How to Hide Drywall Cracks with a Ceiling Medallion

[ad_1] Whitney Houston once famously said “crack is whack.” While she likely wasn’t referring to a cracked ceiling, her words feel fitting for the situation we discovered above Clara’s aqua-colored…

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How to Recover After Another Whirlwind Weekend

[ad_1] It’s only been a week since we shared our last whirlwind weekend, and somehow we’ve already topped it with an even more unbelievable trip. This time the adventure stretched…

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Second-Guessing a DIY Project? What to Do Next

[ad_1] Question: Are there any projects you regret DIY-ing? I’m in the middle of one that isn’t going smoothly and I’m second-guessing my decision not to hire it out. –…

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Edible Garden Update: What We’re Harvesting Now

[ad_1] We’re back with an update on our edible garden just a few months after planting it in mid-May. The great news is that our small experiment with herbs, fruits,…

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Affordable Chair Makeover: Transform a Thrifted Seat

[ad_1] We’re excited to share what may be one of the thriftiest makeovers of the decade, submitted by one of our readers. This delightful DIY chair transformation highlights how a…

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Kids’ Room Ideas Inspired by a Charming Children’s Bookstore

[ad_1] When we visited the Bowers this weekend, we shared a few quick Instagram story photos of an utterly charming children’s bookstore. The response was immediate: people begged for a…

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House-Hunting Checklist: Key Features to Look For

[ad_1] Since we first shared our house wish list back in the fall of 2010, we wanted to document what’s still on that list today. I recently found the original…

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Townhouse Tour: Smart Storage Solutions Throughout

[ad_1] We love touring a wide range of homes, from large elegant houses to charming, cozy townhomes. This time we visited a New Jersey townhouse that feels exceptionally welcoming —…

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Timeless Home Decor Elements Every Room Needs

[ad_1] We recently spent some time scrolling through photos on our House Tour page and noticed recurring decorating choices we hadn’t fully realized before. While some themes are obvious—light, airy…

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Transform Your Attic into a Stylish Living Space

[ad_1] When I was a child and my parents took us to open houses for fun, my sister and I always claimed the most intriguing room as “ours”: the one…

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Closet Painting Guide: Transform Your Space in One Day

[ad_1] We spent a chaotic weekend tackling a little home project that turned into something much bigger: painting Clara’s closet and transforming it into a cozy reading nook. While standing…

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Blog Anniversary: Milestones, Top Posts & What’s Next

[ad_1] It’s hard to believe it’s already been four years since we started this little blog. What began as a simple way to share our kitchen makeover with friends and…

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Kitchen with Dark Gray Lower Cabinets and White Upper Cabinets

[ad_1] As much as many of us love a bright white kitchen, there are plenty of other stylish options worth considering — from my sister’s wood cabinets with white appliances…

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Dark Blue Bathroom with Stylish Corner Shower

[ad_1] Before and after: a DIY bathroom transformation in the Pink House When we first saw Liv’s remarkable bathroom makeover, we were excited to share her husband’s craftsmanship. Below is…

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Remove a Medicine Cabinet and Hang a Bathroom Mirror

[ad_1] Our recent run of mirror projects has left me scraping the bottom of my pun supply, but the guest bathroom still needed attention. After replacing the medicine cabinet in…

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