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Here we go again. Articles are popping up everywhere claiming that the open concept kitchen floorplan is on its way out. Is it true? I realize times have changed and the need to have more workspaces in the home has definitely increased. But does that mean we need more walls in a home to get…
It is supposed to be 96 degrees here today, so I am calling this post my Summer Beach House update. I hope you like it. Whether we are ready or not, summer has arrived in Southern California. And just so you know, I am just thrilled! Has warmer summer weather arrived where you are?
I love to style and decorate homes. Today I am sharing five spring home decor styling tips that I think all of you might want to know. You don’t need an interior design degree to make your home look great. Just follow these five simple spring home decor tips and you’ll be on your way…
I have been sharing updates on the remodel of our small beach house but I realized I haven’t really shared why we are remodeling. Some of you even asked why we were remodeling since I redid a lot of the interior of our small beach house nine years ago when we bought it. So here…
I wanted to add some new color to our attic bedroom. I added multiple pinks and it is now so light and bright! Attic bedrooms can be dark and dreary, but they don’t have to be. By adding some color, you can make any space (especially a bedroom) into a happy space.
Over the past few years, I have remodeled seven bedrooms. As I make plans for the beach house remodel, I am sharing some fun bedroom remodel ideas. We have four bedrooms to remodel in our beach house. To get started it really helps to look back at some of my previous bedrooms remodel ideas.
Orange pancakes are so delicious and I have enjoyed them for many years. Making orange juice dairy-free pancakes is so fulfilling! Today I have joined some blogging friends in a response to a challenge Joanna Gaines mentioned in the introduction to her cookbook, Magnolia Table. I have made a version of Joanna Gaines’s pancake recipe…
I love my space for flower designs! I have a huge flower arranging area in the Carriage House and it feels like my own flower shop. One of my favorite things to do is spend time out here every week. I love making flower designs such as dried flower arrangements, winter flower arrangements, and mason…
The Beach house remodel has finally begun. And last week was all about the demo! Let’s take a beach house tour to see the progress. I am going to share a lot of before and after photos as I think that might be the easiest way to tell what we are doing to our house….
It was time to add more color to my spring decor. I added accessories and lots of faux flowers and love my new colorful spring decor. By adding some new brightly melon-colored faux flowers the room has an entirely different spring decor feel. What a great and inexpensive way to brighten up a room.
Recently, I read that Farmhouse White Kitchen Cabinets have gone out of style. In fact, white traditional kitchens are out. As an owner of three white kitchens, one as old as twenty-three years, I am not panicking. Why? Keep reading.
I love to make pillows and square pillow covers are my favorite. I found a very economical way to make square pillows … using dish towels. Wait. Dish Towels? That’s right! There’s nothing like a soft, cozy pillow to rest your head on after a long day. And now you can make your own square…
Spring is almost here and I decided it is time to decorate our back porch. Today I am sharing my back porch ideas for spring. The weather is starting to warm up, the sun is shining a little brighter, and the birds are chirping louder – it’s getting so close to springtime. One great way…
I love serving bread and I believe it always looks better when it is served in a nice-looking bread basket. Here is a DIY to make your own! Bread baskets make great craft projects for anyone looking for a simple way to add a touch of personality to their home. In this post, I’ll show…
We are finally starting the remodel of our beach house. And I think I am the most excited about the remodel of our beach house kitchen. I have always said that the kitchen is the heart of our home. But our existing kitchen is so small and I cannot believe our entire family will finally…
I love thinking about spring decor ideas. Although with the weather in Southern California it is hard to know if it is spring or winter. Given the cold temperatures today, I might share winter decor ideas tomorrow. Who knows! The temperature can be in the eighties one day or the forties the next day. Just…
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