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How to Decorate with Playful Stripes in the Home
Stripes are one of the most versatile patterns you can bring into your home. They can feel crisp and tailored, soft and coastal, bold and playful, or quietly sophisticated depending on how they’re used. From subtle ticking stripes to wide statement bands, playful stripes have a way of adding movement, structure, and visual interest without…
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Transform Your Sleep Space: Popular Trends in Bedroom Wallpaper
In the world of interior decorating, wallpaper has made a remarkable comeback, especially in bedrooms where it can create a transformative ambiance. Today’s wallpapers offer a stunning array of colors, textures, and designs that can turn any bedroom into a personalized sanctuary. Whether you favor bold geometrics, serene nature-inspired prints, or luxurious textures, bedroom wallpaper…
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You’ll Be Delighted When You See This Charming Craftsman Kitchen
A thoughtfully planned Craftsman kitchen design blends timeless craftsmanship with fresh personality, and this charming kitchen does exactly that. Warm wood cabinetry, lively botanical wallpaper, and a classic farmhouse sink create a space that feels both historic and welcoming. The first thing that caught my eye in today’s 142-square-foot kitchen by Airy Kitchens was a…
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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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