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10 Small Patio Ideas That Prove You Don’t Need a Big Backyard
style showcase

Hodge Podge of Great Home Inspiration: Style Showcase
colors | home decor

Decorating With Yellow: Beautiful Ways to Use This Color Without Overdoing It

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coastal | cottage living

The Best California Cottage: Capturing the Spirit of Carmel Charm

There’s something magical about Carmel, California located on the coastline. Maybe it’s the soft seaside light, the relaxed sophistication, or the way these homes feel polished without ever feeling formal. Today’s beautiful California cottage by Noelle Micek Interiors captures everything we love about coastal style, blending airy interiors, natural textures, and thoughtful details that create…

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friday finds

A Beautiful Wooded Cottage and Kitchen Ideas: Friday Finds

Hello friends! These past few weeks I’ve been focusing most of my attention on gardening and getting the pond in tip-top shape for summer. I’ve decided to do a little less gardening this year in order to keep life simpler during my favorite season. I want to slow down and enjoy more nature walks and…

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kitchen ideas

Kitchen Transformation: Amazing Before and After

Today’s beautiful kitchen transformation by McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath strikes the perfect balance between moody sophistication and welcoming warmth. Rich green cabinetry grounds the room while crisp white countertops, classic subway tile, and warm wood and cool tile floors keep everything feeling fresh and airy. Botanical wallpaper adds personality without being overwhelming, and…

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HELLO! I’M JENNIFER!

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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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Hello and Welcome!

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.