Charming Picnic Ideas: Centerpieces, Cheese Labels and More

[ad_1] We’re excited to share our latest “Try This” column that ran in Richmond’s R. Home magazine. This month we focused on backyard entertaining, offering a variety of practical ideas…

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How We Sold Our House Faster as a For Sale By Owner

[ad_1] Our house looks like chaos right now, so we made a spontaneous decision: this will be Moving Week. While we unpack and locate our underwear, I’ll share everything about…

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How a Microwave Sparked Our Biggest Fight

[ad_1] Remember when we argued about a refrigerator back in Episode #74? This week we revisited that same kind of debate—only this time it was over two different kitchen layouts…

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Step-by-Step Guide to Painting Furniture Like a Pro

[ad_1] Whether you plan to paint a chair, a table, or any wooden piece of furniture, the basic process is the same. With a little preparation and patience you can…

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Why Ikea Wasn’t Right for Our Kitchen Remodel

[ad_1] We installed IKEA cabinets in all three of our beach house kitchens, which naturally led us to ask: why didn’t we use them in our Richmond kitchen? In this…

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Stop Annoying Pop-Ups: Quick Fixes for Chrome, Safari & Windows

[ad_1] We all enjoy a tidy yard and pleasant surprises—but a sudden cluster of mushrooms is rarely the kind of surprise anyone wants. What first looked like a pile of…

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Our New Hardwood Floors: Before and After Reveal

[ad_1] Put a fork in them — they’re done. Well, actually, on second thought, please don’t bring anything sharp or scratchy near the new hardwood floors. After two full days…

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DIY with Kids: Practical Tips for Crafting Safely at Home

[ad_1] Our podcast has officially reached the legal drinking age—happy 21st, Young House Love Has A Podcast! Thanks for finding the show notes for Episode #21. This week we tackle…

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Free Pet First Aid Guide: Essential Care for Pets

[ad_1] I bet it hasn’t taken long for you to figure out that we’re a tad infatuated with our dog, Hamburger. We love sharing the small, silly moments and also…

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Home Renovation Before and After Transformations

[ad_1] We fell in love the moment we saw Brooke’s second-floor conversion. This thoughtful renovation turned a former rental unit into a cohesive, stylish living space. Below is Brooke’s note…

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5 Kitchen Remodel Mistakes We Made and How to Avoid Them

[ad_1] There are countless decisions, measurements, plans (and plan changes) involved in a kitchen remodel. It’s unrealistic to expect the whole process to go perfectly without a few speed bumps…

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He’s Here: Meet Our New Arrival

[ad_1] We’re thrilled to introduce the newest member of our family: baby Teddy. On Wednesday, April 16th at 8:51 am, Theodore Freeman Petersik arrived weighing 8 pounds exactly and measuring…

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How We Paid Off Our Mortgage: Our Personal Payoff Story

[ad_1] We have some big news this week that might surprise you (and yes, we might be a little crazy). In this episode we share how we managed to pay…

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How to Install White Faux Wood Blinds in the Bedroom

[ad_1] We first brought home a pair of white faux wood blinds when we were decorating the nursery, because creating a darker room seemed like the best way to encourage…

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Inside Katie Bower’s Home: Tour and Design Ideas

[ad_1] She wasn’t a local anymore, but she was here with us for the weekend. Alongside her partner Jeremy and their delightful little boy Will, they spent a few days…

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