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Beautiful French Country Kitchen: Timeless Design with Soft Gray Cabinetry
Today’s French country kitchen has a way of feeling both elegant and welcoming. The space features a blend of rustic materials with refined details, creating an inviting kitchen for everyday living while still feeling thoughtfully designed. In this kitchen, painted gray cabinetry, warm wood furniture, distressed finishes, and vintage-inspired lighting create a relaxed atmosphere that…
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A Beautiful Home Tour, Summer Porches, and More: Style Showcase
Summer is winding its way down, but the days will be warm for a little while yet. Enjoy today’s inspiration from me and my blog friends as we start to bid farewell to this gorgeous season. Finding Silver Pennies | Black and White Pool Ideas Danielle installed her backyard pool a few years ago and…
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Painted Staircases: 10 Beautiful Ideas to Transform Your Home
Painted staircases have become one of the easiest ways to give a home personality without a full renovation. Whether you prefer classic white risers with stained treads, a bold navy staircase, or soft cottage-inspired colors, paint can completely transform an entryway or living space. A staircase is often one of the first architectural details guests…
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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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