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Romantic Living Rooms, an Amazing Home Tour, and More: Style Showcase
Are April showers bringing May flowers to your garden? Isn’t it fun to watch spring bulbs popping up through the ground, along with the first of spring perennials like bleeding heart and Virginia bluebells? Today on Style Showcase we’ve got some flower arrangements among other things like a home tour and ideas for creating a…
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Spotlight on a Stunning Naples Home Decorated in Coastal Calm
Nestled among lush tropical landscaping, this stunning Naples home by Bria Hammel Interiors embodies the essence of relaxed coastal living with a refined, timeless touch. Crisp white interiors, soft blue accents, and layered natural textures create a light-filled retreat that seamlessly blends indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. From breezy porches to thoughtfully curated living spaces,…
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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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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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