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10 Easy Dining Room Refresh Ideas Before Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, now is a wonderful time to give your dining room a little attention. Whether you’re hosting a large family gathering or enjoying a quiet holiday meal, a few thoughtful changes can make the space feel fresh and inviting. These dining room refresh ideas prove that you don’t need a…
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Rustic Fall Porches: The Simple Beauty of Slowing Down
Autumn has a way of inviting us to slow down, settle into a comfortable chair, and forget about our to-do lists for a little while. Maybe it’s the sound of leaves rustling in the breeze, the warmth of the afternoon sunshine, or the simple pleasure of watching the seasons change. Rustic fall porches remind us…
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A Charming Circa-1800 Home Renovation: The Parlor and Dining Room
Last Sunday, we began our special home tour series of a beautifully renovated circa-1800 home, generously shared with us by Sarah, one of my readers. We explored the keeping room, with its enormous cooking hearth, exposed beams, and wonderful antique stove with a Hollywood connection. Today, we’re continuing the tour with two more rooms that…
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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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