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How to Create a Warm and Cozy Dining Room

Fall is the perfect time to give your dining room a little extra warmth. Rich colors, natural textures, candlelight, and seasonal touches can make the space feel inviting without going overboard on fall décor. These cozy dining room ideas show just how easy it can be. 1. Let the View Provide the Fall Color With…

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Transform Your Entryway into a Cozy Fall Oasis

Are you in the mood to get some fall decorating accomplished? Let’s usher in the colorful season with easy ideas to transform your entryway into a cozy fall oasis. Most of these are easy to do and won’t break the bank. Before you even open the door to your entryway, greet visitors with a beautiful,…

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How to Make Your Bedroom Feel Cozy, Collected, and Full of Character

The most memorable bedrooms aren’t necessarily the most perfectly coordinated. Instead, they feel personal. They combine comfort with character and include little details that make you want to linger just a bit longer. If you’re looking for cozy bedroom ideas, these beautiful spaces offer plenty of inspiration. From floral fabrics and vintage furniture to moody…

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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.