If you recall, a little over two years ago I shared our little boy's completed nursery on the blog, only we didn't know he was a little boy and we didn't know if we would be able to keep him alive long enough to really enjoy the fruits of our labor. I am happy to report that he is alive and thriving (thanks, Mom!) and his room has been a space that functions really well for us that he loves … [Read more...] about Room for Two: A Calm and Neutral Twin Nursery
Not Just Another Painted Floor Tutorial
Let me preface this by letting you know that if you're looking for an in-depth tutorial on how to paint your linoleum floors, this isn't the blog post for you. There are a zillion bloggers before me who have tutorials online already, so instead what you'll find here is a very top line run-down of my process, some tips and tricks I found helpful, and an honest/frank opinion on whether or not I … [Read more...] about Not Just Another Painted Floor Tutorial
Easy Modern Blanket Ladder
I'm going to skip the cutesy preamble today because it's been over a year since I finished this project and have yet to blog it! Yikes. So let's cut right to the chase: this blanket ladder is simple, modern and you need it in your life. Looking back through my "nursery" file from last year left a lot to be desired. I didn't really take any a lot of good process pics for this project so I … [Read more...] about Easy Modern Blanket Ladder
Mini-Kitchen Makeover (for under $1000!)
I'm finally getting around to sharing our super budget-friendly kitchen makeover, which I am very excited about. I know what you're thinking: $1000 is still a lot of money! (Or maybe you're not...in which case EXCUUUUSE ME KIM KARDASHIAN). Seriously though, in terms of kitchens, $1k is a drop in the bucket, especially when you get into new cupboards, counter tops, back splashes, … [Read more...] about Mini-Kitchen Makeover (for under $1000!)
Spray Painted Kitchen Cupboards (Yep, I did that)
Yes indeedy --- I spray-painted the ever loving crap out of my kitchen cupboards in just one weekend, and you can too. I promise! I know I'm not alone when I say I hate painting. I do. I hate it. I hate the prep, the painting itself, the waiting between coats, and the cleanup. But the impact of paint at an economical price point? That I love. When I decided to change up the builder … [Read more...] about Spray Painted Kitchen Cupboards (Yep, I did that)
A Dummy’s Guide to Taking Decent Holiday Photos With a Smartphone and Snapseed (Free App!)
I would like to preface this by saying, in big bold letters, I AM NOT A PHOTOGRAPHER. Not by a long shot. I don't even own a DSLR (maybe someday!) The most basic of photography jargon is usually way above my head and requires a lot of Googlin'. I respect the hell out of professional photographers and am not in any way suggesting that taking your own photos is superior to hiring a professional: but … [Read more...] about A Dummy’s Guide to Taking Decent Holiday Photos With a Smartphone and Snapseed (Free App!)