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9 Beautiful New England Homes That Look Magical in Fall
If there’s one place in America that truly knows how to show off in autumn, it might just be New England. The combination of historic architecture, charming old neighborhoods, and trees bursting with brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold creates a scene that’s almost too pretty to be real. New England homes in fall…
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Beautiful Bathroom Vanity Ideas That Add Style and Personality
A bathroom vanity is more than just a place to brush your teeth and wash your face. It’s also an opportunity to bring color, warmth, texture, and personality into one of the most frequently used rooms in your home. Whether you prefer the natural beauty of wood, a bold painted finish, or something simple and…
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9 Simple Fall Vignettes to Add Autumn Charm to Your Home
Decorating for fall doesn’t have to mean filling every corner with pumpkins, garlands, and seasonal decorations. Sometimes, the prettiest autumn touches are the simplest ones. A few colorful branches in an old pitcher, a small pumpkin tucked among favorite books, or a collection of natural elements arranged on a tray. Today, I’m sharing nine simple…
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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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