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10 Colorful Kitchen Ideas: Neutrals Aren’t Always the Best Choice
White and neutral kitchens will always have their place in homes. But there’s something especially inviting about a kitchen with color. Whether it’s a soft, barely-there shade or a rich hue, colorful cabinetry can give your home so much more personality. And adding color doesn’t necessarily mean creating a kitchen that feels bold or trendy….
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Simple Fall Decorating Ideas Inspired by Nature
Fall decorating doesn’t have to mean filling every room with pumpkins, signs, and seasonal accessories. Some of the prettiest fall decorating ideas are also the simplest. Branches gathered from the yard, colorful leaves tucked into a vase, miniature pumpkins, or a few warm autumn accents. Natural materials are especially beautiful this time of year because…
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A Remarkable Maine Cottage, Small Spaces, and More: Friday Finds
Not only is it Friday, but it’s Labor Day weekend which means a little extra me-time to enjoy doing whatever. My weekend will be uneventful, which makes me happy. I love having a weekend with no plans so I’m free to just putz around the house and garden, get a little cleaning or organizing done,…
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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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