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A Remarkable Catskills Home Filled with Rustic Character
Set among the wooded hills near Narrowsburg, New York, this older Catskills home has character that comes from embracing age. Rustic stone, wood floors, and vintage furnishings give the interiors plenty of personality. Large windows keep the rooms connected to the beautiful countryside. (All photos by Clay Banks.) What I especially like about this Catskills…
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Homes to Love from Tennessee to California: Friday Finds
Happy Friday! This weekend I plan to do some cleaning and decluttering. Lately I’ve been feeling the need to simplify life. One of the best ways I can think to do that is by getting rid of stuff I haven’t used in the last year. It’s amazing how quickly things can start to pile up…
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Why the Hutch Is Making a Welcome Comeback Now
For generations, the humble hutch has been a hardworking piece of furniture. Its use ranged from storing Sunday China to linens and pantry staples. And while they never really disappeared, these charming cabinets are enjoying renewed attention. Homeowners look for ways to bring more warmth, character, and individuality into their rooms. Whether it’s a primitive…
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I live where the suburbs meet the country, which affords me the best of both worlds. Come along on my journey where I share decorating, cooking, gardening and more as it relates to both city and rural life. Visit my new sister site, POND AND GARDEN, for outdoor ideas and inspiration.
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My name is Jennifer and I started my blog in 2011 as a way to motivate myself by chronicling improvements to my circa 1875 house. I figured if I was writing about what I was doing, I’d be more likely to tackle and actually finish home improvement projects.
I remarried on June 30, 2011 and my husband and I talked about buying a new home together. But we both love it here in our little town and decided to stay put. The town has more than tripled in size since living here, but I still consider it to be small compared to the other Chicago ‘burbs.
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