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Garage door makeover for less than $100 using magic erasers and magnets

Garage Door Makeover for Less than $100

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April 16, 2019

Our garage was one of the things that drew us to our acreage property when we first viewed it. It’s an oversize triple with lots of space for Mark to store all his tools and project car etc…but it wasn’t exactly pretty! We refinished the exterior of the house this year and while we were […]

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An Effortless Easter Tablescape with Crate & Barrel

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April 8, 2019

I like to keep my Easter décor simple. My girls (5 and 7 years old) won’t let me get away without festooning the house with an assortment of bunnies and eggs. However, by keeping the palette neutral and classic I can enjoy the season as well. This year I teamed up with Crate&Barrel to create […]

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10 Reasons Why I use a Paper Planner

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April 8, 2019

In this digital age we live in it is so easy to become overwhelmed. Screen time and technology addiction is on the rise. People aren’t connecting the way they used to. Using a paper planner is one step that I’ve taken to minimize digital overload. I had been thinking of switching to a paper planner […]

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10 tips to reach 10K – how to authentically gain followers on Instagram!

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March 22, 2019

I’ve been asked a lot about how I grew my Instagram account and continue to gain followers on Instagram. I grew my account to 10K followers on Instagram in about 6 months, which seems like fast growth to some and slow to others. It’s all relative and I am no expert, but I’m happy to […]

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3 Eco-Friendly Home Product Swaps!

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March 5, 2019

This year we’ve been focusing on how to make our home more eco-friendly …how to consume less and waste less. Sometimes the state of the world feels overwhelming and you wonder what you can do, if anything, to make a difference. I’ve rounded up 3 eco-friendly products for the home that can make taking the […]

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How to style a bookcase - keep it simple and follow the guiding principles of space, unity, and balance.

How to Style a Bookcase in 3 Easy Steps

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February 27, 2019

It can be tricky to get bookcase styling just right! I like to make sure my bookcases look pretty and aren’t cluttered, but I also don’t want them to feel impersonal. I think sometimes when shelves are styled too perfectly with purchased objects it can look beautiful, but also sterile. Here is how to style […]

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Simple Ideas for Mudroom Organization

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January 4, 2019

Our mudroom is the most heavily used room in the house. Although it’s not a huge space (approx 200sq ft), we packed thoughtful storage into every square inch! Below are some simple ideas for mudroom organization that we incorporated in our space! Flexible Storage Some flexible space was left in the room to allow for […]

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Simple Outdoor Christmas Decor Ideas

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November 25, 2018

Christmas is hands down my favourite time of year. And there’s something magical about Christmas in the country! This is the first year that I’ve been able to decorate for the holidays without a major renovation dampening the fun. Here are some simple outdoor Christmas decor ideas to make the season extra special! The Back […]

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7 Easy & Unique Gift Wrapping Ideas

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November 25, 2018

I love giving gifts. In fact, gift-giving is my main love language. There’s nothing I love more than picking out the perfect, thoughtful gift for a friend or family member. The gifts I choose are special to me and (I hope) to the person receiving them, so I want them to look special too! Below […]

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Neutral Christmas Decor with a Pink Peppermint Twist

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November 24, 2018

This year I chose neutral Christmas decor with a pink peppermint twist! I love the fun bursts of red and pink tempered by more classic, neutral pieces! I started from scratch with my holiday decor this year. When I looked through my old boxes of Christmas things there wasn’t much to see. Our faux tree […]

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