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An Amazing Collected California Home Dressed in Blue: Book Giveaway
There’s something about layered blues, weathered wood, and collected vintage pieces that instantly makes a home feel relaxed and welcoming. Featured in the beautiful book At Home with Blue by Fifi O’Neill, this collected California home blends coastal charm, European cottage style, and soft rustic textures in a way that feels both elevated and wonderfully…
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Victorian Farmhouse Offers a Simple Glimpse into Beautiful Comfort
Today’s home tour by Sweenor Builders is all about simple beauty and comfort. A Victorian farmhouse is one of my favorite types of homes and this one is especially captivating. From the charming, well-kept exterior to the vintage styling inside, you’re sure to fall in love with this Rhode Island abode. Photo by Sweenor Builders…
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10 Small Patio Ideas That Prove You Don’t Need a Big Backyard
A small patio can become one of the most inviting spots in your home when it’s thoughtfully designed. Whether you love relaxed cottage charm, sleek contemporary style, or colorful outdoor entertaining spaces, these patios show how even the smallest footprint can feel beautiful, functional, and welcoming. This compact patio makes smart use of vertical space…
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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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