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Saving and Upcycling a Small Shelf

It felt really good saving and upcycling a small shelf we've had for many years. It would have been easy to donate it to Goodwill or Salvation Army, but instead I spruced it up and gave it a new purpose. A Little History This piece of furniture was made for us many...
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upcycling easy

Saving and Upcycling a Small Shelf

It felt really good saving and upcycling a small shelf we've had for many years. It would have been easy to donate it to Goodwill or Salvation Army, but instead I spruced it up and gave it a new purpose. A Little History This piece of furniture was made for us many...
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ABOUT US

Maria & Jeremy

High school sweethearts and parents to five, we have renovated several homes together. Now our children, who are home educated, have joined in the fun of DIY and design.
We live near the shores of Lake Michigan where we share DIY projects, design inspiration, and family moments. We also have lots and lots of budget friendly tips for making life cozy.

Home can be beautiful when you let your creative side shine!

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HOME DESIGN & DECOR

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Make a Small Bedroom Look Larger – 5 Tips

Most bedrooms are smaller in size. Easily learn how to make a small bedroom look larger-5 tips show you how. Bedrooms are typically not the largest rooms in the home, and sometimes they're quite small. In today's high-priced real estate market every square inch...
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FAMILY & LIFESTYLE

Life As Art

How have you been feeling lately? For the last few weeks, I've been making the time to eat in a healthy way, and get exercise every day. It hasn't been easy. Somewhere I read that whenever you decide to do one thing you're choosing not to do something else. The idea...
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DIY, PROJECTS & RENOVATION

Thrifted Buffet Furniture Flip Before and After

I'm excited to show you a solid wood furniture find. Take a look at this thrifted buffet furniture flip before and after.    You know you've been thrifting for a long time when you can't remember where you got a large piece of furniture. I guess when such a large...
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Memories of Gathering Wild Flower Bouquets

Can you think of something you loved to do as a kid that you still enjoy doing today? I absolutely loved picking flowers on the side of the road when I was little. Fast forward all these years later and I still love gathering wild flowers as an adult. Adulting isn't...
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…..small thoughtful changes lead to beautiful and meaningful memories. Sharing them is our way of encouraging you to create your own, and a home you love.
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Home Improvement

The feeling of accomplishment a DIY project brings is pretty hard to beat. Our kids have watched us learn new skills as we transform our home.

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Vintage Finds

Searching thrift stores and estate sales for unique and high quality pieces is a favorite pass time of ours. We’ve saved some of out best finds for you.

Plants & Gardening

Whether a terrace or rolling hills, our homes extend into the spaces around them. Finding ways to make nature part of the places we live brings healing and restoration.

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DIY

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Is there a project you’d love to try? Don’t know where to start? If you want to make your spaces cozy, functional and organized begin with basics. Get your notebook and supplies and let’s get this project done!

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