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Maine Coastal Cottage : A Sensational Retreat by the Water
There’s something about today’s Maine coastal cottage that feels instantly calming, from the soft light and natural textures to the effortless blend of comfort and craftsmanship. This thoughtfully designed home by the Knickerbocker Group captures everything to love about coastal living, without feeling overly themed or fussy. Instead, it leans into simplicity with quality materials….
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An Amazing Modern Tudor Home and More: Friday Finds
Today I’m still battling jetlag and the time difference from my trip to Japan. I was truly impressed by the culture and beauty of this country on the other side of the globe. While I loved visiting temples and historic streets, part of my heart still longed for the comforts of home. I’m editing my…
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How to Create a Charming Home When It’s Not Perfect
It’s not just the furniture or the paint color, or even how well everything is styled that creates a charming home. Sometimes it’s the way a room flows, or the way your eye moves through a space. Or perhaps it’s the way certain corners feel almost accidental but in the best possible way. You might…
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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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