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The Magic of Decorating with Patterned Rugs: Elevate Your Space
Patterned rugs have a way of instantly bringing a room to life, adding depth, personality, and a sense of style underfoot. Whether you’re layering subtle stripes in a cozy den or making a statement with bold florals in a living room, the right rug can anchor your furniture, define zones, and introduce color and texture…
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Simple Ways to Refresh Your Home for Spring (Without Spending Much)
Spring has a way of making everything feel new again. The light lingers a little longer, the air feels softer, and suddenly, your home starts asking for a refresh. The good news? You don’t need a shopping spree to make your space feel lighter, brighter, and more alive. With a few simple shifts, you can…
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Amazing Home Tours, Kitchen Details, and More: Friday Finds
Are you feeling a bit of lightness in your step now that spring has arrived and the days are longer? There’s a lot going on in our world right now and it’s easy to become discouraged and/or anxious. Now’s the time to focus on the simple pleasures of life like a pretty sunrise or the…
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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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