Hi friends! I’m out of town this week enjoying a little time away with my husband, so I’ve been mostly off the internet (aside from a few updates on my Insta stories) but I wanted to pop in briefly to answer a reader question from my last post.
I thought others might find this helpful, so here is the question and my response:
“Hi Melissa! 🙂 I love this post. Have you ever written about how you take inspiration from photos and then apply those ideas in your own home, especially on a budget? It would be fun to see how your brain works! :)”
Yes—I have a whole series called “Takeaway Tips.” Below are some favorite posts from that series and the practical ideas I pulled from them.
While I’m away, I’m curious: what types of blog posts do you enjoy most? What would you like to see more of this fall when I’m back to my regular blogging routine? Tell me in the comments!
A Memorable Kitchen: 4 Takeaway Tips
Charming Cottage Tour: 5 Takeaway Tips
Four Outdoor Rooms: Takeaway Tips
5 Takeaway Tips from a Lovely Home
6 Takeaway Tips: A Beautiful New England Home
5 Takeaway Tips: A Modest, Cozy & Colorful House
5 Takeaway Tips: Southern Living Idea House
17 Takeaway Tips from an HGTV Dream Home
Farmhouse Country Kitchen: 5 Takeaway Tips
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