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Kitchen Transformation: Amazing Before and After
Today’s beautiful kitchen transformation by McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath strikes the perfect balance between moody sophistication and welcoming warmth. Rich green cabinetry grounds the room while crisp white countertops, classic subway tile, and warm wood and cool tile floors keep everything feeling fresh and airy. Botanical wallpaper adds personality without being overwhelming, and…
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Beautiful Indoor and Outdoor Decorating Ideas: Style Showcase
Today’s Style Showcase is filled with lots of pretty things and inspiration. You’ll find ideas for both indoor and outdoor living. Keep scrolling and take a look! Duke Manor Farm | Bathroom Makeovers I’m loving Laura’s green vanity and patterned floor in the bathroom at right. See the changes she made to create an updated…
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Small Bedroom Ideas That Prove Cozy Spaces Can Be Beautiful
A small bedroom often comes with unique decorating challenges, but can also become the most charming spaces in a home. With the right furniture placement, light color palettes, layered textures, and creative storage solutions, even the tiniest bedroom can feel restful, stylish, and surprisingly spacious. Today’s inspiring bedrooms show that thoughtful design matters far more…
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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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