Turn Two Cloth Napkins Into a Decorative Pillow

[ad_1] I returned to my sewing machine after a long break. The project: transforming Sue the Napkin into Sue the Pillow—actually, two pillows. I started with four napkins, enough to…

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Can Minimalist Homes Feel Cozy?

[ad_1] We love simplifying and decluttering, but we aren’t chasing that ultra-sleek, sometimes-sterile minimalism. Instead, we’ve been testing a step-by-step approach to create minimalist rooms that still feel warm, cozy,…

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Traveling to Mexico with Kids and a Dog

[ad_1] Last week we spent a week in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula with our two kids (ages 8 and 12) and our dog Penny. This was our second time traveling internationally…

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Transform Yard Sale Finds into a Stylish Budget Makeover

[ad_1] When we first saw Rhoda’s guest room makeover, the transformation felt nothing short of dramatic. Her thoughtful choices, resourceful shopping, and creative repurposing combined to turn a modest space…

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Our Big Move Is Officially Underway: What to Expect

[ad_1] While we’re settling into our new house in Florida, here’s one last episode we recorded back in Richmond. In this show we, as “Past John & Sherry,” predict what…

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Stylish Thanksgiving Table Settings to Impress Guests

[ad_1] I’m a last-minute gal—what can I say? I’ve been having fun putting together a few quick and random Thanksgiving table settings, and with 48 hours to spare before the…

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Showhouse Decorating: A Designer’s Step-by-Step Process

[ad_1] For the past few weeks we’ve been completely immersed in the showhouse—eating, sleeping, and breathing every last detail. We knew it would be a lot of work, but we…

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Merry Christmas: Heartfelt Wishes and Holiday Greetings

[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 holiday season arrives, we send our…

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Cozy Fall Decorating Ideas for Warm, Inviting Homes

[ad_1] I decided to bring a simple fall and Thanksgiving vibe into the dining area with minimal effort and no expense. Using a few branches from the cherry tree out…

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Our House Is Too Big: Why We’re Downsizing

[ad_1] We recently realized we don’t need as much space as we have. How did we end up buying a house that’s too large? What made this clearer now, and…

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Start a Birthday Party Business: Ideas and Tips

[ad_1] Last Thursday we celebrated John’s 31st birthday, and the West Elm team in Houston made him an incredibly clever DIY-style cake that perfectly suited his tastes. It was adorable…

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How to Create Kids’ Silhouette Art: Step-by-Step Guide

[ad_1] There’s been an impostor on our wall. For months a placeholder silhouette of a little girl has stared back from Clara’s framed pictures—present long before she arrived and quietly…

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DIY Wooden Kitchen Shelves: Step-by-Step Guide

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DIY Christmas Card Photo Ideas for Memorable Holiday Shots

[ad_1] Here it is: our 2012 family Christmas card, shared with all the merrymakers out there. The concept plays on the classic tradition of leaving milk and cookies for Santa—mixed…

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Personalized Wall Art Ideas to Transform Your Space

[ad_1] Photo Collage Close-Ups Several readers asked to see close-ups of the pieces from our photo collage, so I pulled a few favorites together to share. Each item carries its…

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