For some, the kitchen is the main hub of the house, where all gather and good memories are made. Some tend to gravitate to the cozy living room. In our house, it’s the dining room that is the main attraction. My favorite room of the house by far, this room has it all: hardwood floors, a fireplace, and huge lovely… Read More
Mason Jar Chandelier
The first time I walked into what would eventually become our new house’s kitchen, I immediately fell in love with the corner window. I could just see myself enjoying the view of the small cattle farm across the road while I did dishes and cooked. Our apartment that we were living in had a brownish-yellow wallpaper wall behind the sink… Read More
I Didn’t Fall In Love With My Baby (Right Away)
“The first time I held my baby in my arms, it was like I had never known what love really was before” I heard someone say while I was pregnant with our first. “I can’t wait to experience that” I said, but felt a twinge of doubt rise up. They said I’d feel that love during my pregnancy, yet I… Read More
15 Super Cheap, Big Statement Decor Items
Our budget for home decor is so minuscule it’s basically non-existent. While I definitely believe in the value of making a house a home through color, texture, and decor, I also believe this can be achieved without spending much money. In order to do this, I have to put some sweat equity into it and I’m also not going to… Read More
Baby Gizmo Guest Post
Hi everyone! Ever remember the glory days when it comes to your vacuum cleaner? Have you noticed it steadily decline in suction power like I did mine? There is a simple solution to this that most people neglect to do. I am honored to be a guest over at Baby Gizmo today to write all about that solution. Click this… Read More
Lovely Ladder Shelf
I know what you’re thinking: another ladder project? How many old ladders did this lady find in her backyard shed? Well, this one is one I’d written about before and am now recycling to suit a different purpose. Remember the ladder shelf solution I came up with? Well, I decided that wasn’t working for me anymore. It made that corner… Read More