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A Modern Farmhouse Kitchen with a Checkered Backsplash You’ll Love
Finding the perfect balance between cozy charm and contemporary design can be a challenge. But this modern farmhouse kitchen proves you truly can have the best of both worlds. By mixing graphic focal points, architectural details, and clean-lined millwork, it creates a cozy, hard-working family hub. (All photos by Clay Banks.) Keep reading for the…
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Cozy Neutral Bedrooms That Make You Feel Happy for Fall
A bedroom doesn’t need pumpkins, autumn leaves, or orange accessories to feel right for fall. Sometimes the rooms that capture the season best are ones that simply feel warmer and more inviting. Today’s cozy neutral bedrooms rely on earthy colors, natural wood, soft bedding, woven textures, vintage-inspired furnishings, and plenty of layers. The result is…
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Timeless Homes, Moody Kitchens, and a Taste of Fall: Friday Finds
Can you believe August is almost over? I know many of you are celebrating the return of fall and cooler days. I’m trying to get some day trips planned to take advantage of the beauty of autumn. Visiting Hyde Park in Chicago is definitely on the list. It’s been years since I’ve wandered those streets…
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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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