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• My First Skillshare Class: Build a Brass Wall Sconce

  

  Good morning! I’m excited to announce that I’ve launched my first DIY class on Skillshare! A major goal of mine this Summer & Fall was to start creating... Read more

  Posted on 29 September 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Du Jour: Media Consoles

  

  My living room is one of those spaces that’s an enigma to space plan. It’s long and narrow, there needs to be a clear traffic flow from the front door to the... Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• Clay Fabric Votives for We Make Collective

  

  Have you guys been keeping up with We Make Collective’s DIY Kits? I wanted to share this little clay fabric votive project I did for their Polymer Clay... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• 6 Modern Wall Sconces Under $75 + A Tiny Announcement

  

  If you guys follow along on Instagram, then you already know that my husband and I are expecting for the first time! We’re crazy excited and (a little nervous! Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2016 LIFESTYLE

• The Easiest DIY Pillows EVER: No-Sew Envelope Pillows Made from Napkins

  

  Today, I’ve got the EASIEST way to create throw pillows for your place. Don’t own a sewing machine? No problem! There’s not a stitch of sewing involved, nor... Read more

  Posted on 25 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• How to Cut Down Woven Window Shades

  

  Natural woven window shades are the freakin’ cat’s meow right now. From the moment we moved in last October, I knew their warm texture was the perfect solution... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Du Jour: 7 Genius Organization Projects for Back to School

  

  Though I haven’t been back to school in years, this time of year always gives me the organizational itch. I think it’s the brilliantly stocked and styled... Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Wall Vase

  

  I have probably the simplest DIY on the planet for you today! In fact, you might even consider it more of a styling trick–it’s that simple. Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• Designer Tips for Mixing Interior Styles

  

  When it comes to interior design, incorporating a mix of styles often leads a more interesting, soulful, and evergreen space that helps to reflect our true... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• How to Make a Felt Message Board

  

  You know those super cool vintage message boards you’re seeing across Instagram right now? I REEEALLY wanted one for my place, but the trouble was I couldn’t... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Modern Key Holder

  

  As owners of a Duplex home, it’s safe to say we have a healthy number of keys to manage. Not only are we looking after our own home and car keys but the duplex’... Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Du Jour: Acrylic Home Accessories

  

  I think acrylic might just be my new favorite material to DIY with. It’s crisp & sleek and always seems to translate into gorgeous finished projects that... Read more

  Posted on 01 August 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• Build a Modern Grid Trellis from Garden Stakes

  

  One of the big things that bothered me about the back facade of our home when we bought it, was a large, bare expanse of stucco just to the right of the back... Read more

  Posted on 27 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Seersucker Tea Towels

  

  Does anyone else inherently think “toddler” when they hear the word seersucker? Either that or a dapper men’s summer suit. Either way, I’m here to change any... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2016 LIFESTYLE

• Backyard ReDesign: Before & After Reveal

  

  On the heels of the backyard inspiration I shared earlier this week, today is the final reveal of our backyard redesign! As you guys know, we partnered up with... Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• Backyard Design Inspiration

  

  At long last! I’m sharing the details of the backyard redesign we did with Apartment Therapy. And today I’m starting with the inspiration that motivated the... Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• DIY Du Jour: 5 Record Player Upgrades and Stand Ideas

  

  Record players are making a comeback in a huge way and for good reason too. Not only do they make fantastic interior accessories, but there’s also something... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• How to Center a Light Fixture Using a Ceiling Medallion

  

  When we purchased our 1930’s home, the light fixture above the table in the dining room, was a bit off center. It was about 10″ off to be exact and just... Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• Keep the Bugs at Bay with DIY Citronella Candles

  

  Summer is in full swing which means the skeeters (that’s Minnesotan talk for mosquitos) are too. Not one to want to load up with bug dope for dinner on the... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

• 5-Minute Watercolor Phone Case

  

  Up until last week, I’d been gallivanting around town for months with an old, chipped gold case on my cell phone that looked like it had endured one too many... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2016 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL