• How to Make Wood Paneling Work

    Happy New Year, everyone! We’ve had a busy few weeks at the new house between the holidays and projects. I’ll get into the details later, but now that the major issues are addressed, we get to start on a fun project!! Updating the basement is our first project because we currently don’t use the space. Keep reading to see design…

  • Master Bathroom Mood Board

    When I bought this house I knew the bathrooms were going to be one of the first renovation/remodel projects that we tackled.  They are original to the house (circa 1958) and while they have been well maintained, all three are very outdated.  Today I have a master bathroom mood board that I hope will give you ideas for your bathroom…

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    Basement Remodel Design Plan

    The basement is not high on our renovation priority list, but I already have a vision for the design.  For some reason it is easier for me to come up with a design plan for less “important” rooms in the house.  I have no idea what I want the kitchen or living room to look like, but the basement has…

  • Nancy Meyers Inspired Mood Board

    Nancy Meyers’ sets are legendary. So much so that many articles have been written in dedication to her taste in design. My personal favorite is The Father of the Bride house. It is also the reason I want to get married in the backyard one day, complete with swans…just kidding. Every one of her sets is stunning, so I decided…

  • Camp Style Mood Board

    I’ve been stuck in decorating limbo these past couple months. I moved out of my apartment in New Jersey and into my parent’s house while I house hunt. With no space of my own to decorate, I’ve been daydreaming about how I’ll style my future home. And today’s inspiration is a camp style. “Camp style” is probably not a real…

  • Backsplash Ideas that Aren't Subway Tile

    Backsplash Ideas that Aren’t Subway Tile

    Let’s get this out of the way- I don’t dislike subway tile!! It’s classic and clean and timeless, which is why so many people choose it for their homes. But a scroll through Pinterest or Instagram would lead one to believe that white subway tile is the ONLY option you have for backsplash. I’m here to offer other backsplash ideas…

  • Future Home Vision Board

    Future Home Vision Board

    If all goes to plan, I will be buying a house before the end of this year. Because of this plan, I haven’t been doing many projects around my current apartment and don’t have much new content to post on this blog. What I do have is TONS of ideas for a new house! So I present to you my…

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    Window Box Inspiration

    If you haven’t planted your window boxes yet, this weekend is the perfect time! I don’t know about the weather where you live, but the mid-Atlantic region is forecasted to get a whole bunch of sun after mannnnny days of rain. I can’t wait to get outside! Keep scrolling for some gorgeous window box inspiration and tips for planting! I’m…

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    Bedding Style Evolution

    For as long as I can remember, I have been obsessed with making my bed ultra comfortable. When I was younger I would hoard pillows, blankets, and stuffed animals to make my bed plush and cozy. As I got older, I added lots of throw pillows and comfy comforters to achieve the same level of coziness. My bed has had…