[ad_1] As we celebrate our two-year blogiversary, we wanted to share some of the statistics that make us smile, occasionally blush, and often simply marvel at how far this site…

[ad_1] We finally upgraded the temporary string handles on our Effektiv file cabinet to proper hardware, and the difference is worth sharing. After a brief flirtation with the jokey string…

[ad_1] When Cindy reached out to partner with us for a giveaway featuring her eco-conscious shop, we had no idea the collaboration would lead to a full House Crashing tour…

[ad_1] Hallelujah — the sun is finally back on the East Coast, and we took advantage of it to photograph our newly completed bonus room. “Finished” is a flexible word…

[ad_1] Demolition can be thrilling, but there’s always that little voice reminding you that whatever you tore out will have to be replaced. We didn’t dwell on it long—we jumped…

[ad_1] We knew it would be a challenge to top last year’s blogiversary prize, but this time we’re thrilled to offer an unforgettable adventure and luxury-filled Virginia vacation valued at…

[ad_1] And now for the paneling update. Hold on to your hats—this post is a wild ride. We’ve painted paneling before, so tearing it out wasn’t high on our list….

[ad_1] From the bottom of our hearts, we wish you a very merry Christmas and all the hot chocolate you can drink. As the year draws to a close and…

[ad_1] Time to give away more free stuff! For this giveaway we’re stepping back in time. We’re spotlighting vintage-inspired light fixtures from Schoolhouse Electric, makers known for their classic designs…

[ad_1] Remember when we split four discontinued Ikea curtain panels down the middle to make eight for our living room? If you missed that project, here’s the original story. To…

[ad_1] We’ve marked April 22nd in many different ways over the years. For example, in 1985 I welcomed my little brother into the world (happy birthday, Dan!), and in 2006…

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[ad_1] We made a major change to our kitchen recently: a new exterior door. It might sound simple, but it transformed how we use the space. In a previous post…

[ad_1] How’s that for a sensational headline? It’s a little Star Magazine, a little dramatic—but really this post grew out of a simple idea: John and I realized there were…