Now that my kids are 6, 9 and 10 we’ve started taking more family trips. I want to soak up this time with them and remember all of it! (Well, most of it!) I’ve got my packing routine down pretty well. Today I’m sharing printables and a few items that make things so much easier!… Read More Packing hacks + 2 printable checklists
Can you believe these nightstands are painted?! When I painted a couple frames to look like wood, I had a lot of questions on whether they this technique would hold up on doors or tables. The answer was: I don’t know! So I decided to find out. I tried the same faux wood painting on… Read More Painted faux wood nightstands
I learned a new technique for faux wood painting! It’s only two steps and I was truly astonished by the result! It’s such a pretty, raw wood tone. I want to do this to everything in my house now! After the frames turned out so well, I turned to Instagram and TikTok to vote on… Read More Faux wood painting + colorful DIY art
Need a blank wall solution? How about wallpaper? I’m so excited about this dramatic heron mural I just put up in my living room! I’ve painted this wall black, then back to white, but it always felt a bit bland. Well not any more. I’m apparently addicted to wallpaper. This is my sixth or seventh… Read More How to apply peel and stick wallpaper
Overhead lighting can be harsh. Let’s cozy things up with these eight lighting ideas. Southwest Florida gets a thunderstorm about every day at two or three o’clock. It’s dark and gloomy, but with these tricks, it makes the day perfect to curl up with a book or cuddle in for family movie time. 1. Table… Read More 8 ideas for cozy lighting
I’m still trying to figure out what to do with all the ledges in my house! I didn’t know what to do with the one in the reading nook so it’s been blank for three years. But she’s all styled now and ready for her shelfie! Today I’m sharing my favorite things to use on… Read More How to style shelves and ledges
It’s the peak of summer and the bugs have been crazy after all the rain we got. I thought I’d share how I make my own homemade bug spray on the cheap with just a few natural ingredients — and it works! I’ll be sharing a 2 ounce recipe and a 16 ounce recipe. Oils… Read More DIY natural bug spray
I’m still over here painting things sage and this project did not disappoint. Even if it did take me probably 5 months to finish! Come with me, let me show you my hallway’s new look. Here’s a look at the before: And after: This hallway has so many doors and is fairly dark so I… Read More Sage doors and wainscoting hallway
Every year I go through and organize one space of my home at a time. I’m going to take you with me each room of the way. Let’s pare down and declutter! I’m a moderate minimalist. I don’t want our home to be sparse and bare, rather selective and edited. Living simply doesn’t exactly come easy… Read More Decluttering & organizing room by room
I wanted to buy a few new pieces that mix and match for summer. I spent about $162 on this wardrobe capsule and it’s all about classic black and white. I especially like the look of a monochrome black or white outfit, but of course they all mix and match. It’s perfect for packing light!… Read More Black and white Amazon capsule
I’m so excited to share my brand new Ultimate Money Saving Planner with you! After 10 days of homework and worksheets, you will be spending less, have clear financial goals and finally start saving! It’s a comprehensive 36-page workbook chock-full of money-saving hacks on groceries, technology, cars, housing, cleaning, kids, beauty and entertainment. I have… Read More Ultimate Money Saving Planner
I’m painting more things my favorite sage color! It offers subtle color, but still acts as a neutral. It’s quite calming and a nice change from my always black/white/gray decor. I painted the front door and have a trick up my sleeve to share for painting the hinges gold to match the handle. We got… Read More Painting doors my favorite sage