Laundry Room Makeover: Before and After Transformations
With a new light fixture and added shoe storage this week — and the decision to skip a window treatment for now…
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Limb Pruning Trees to Restore Your Home’s View
Alternate post title: Trees: 0. Sherry: 2. You might not remember what our first house looked like when we bought it, so…
Transform a Side Table into a Stylish Bathroom Vanity in 6 Steps
I’m back with the final chapter before next week’s big reveal. I know the suspense has been long, but this project has…
Sunlit Bouquet Ideas for Bright, Cheerful Floral Arrangements
As many of you know, each month we pick up an inexpensive—or sometimes free—bouquet to keep things feeling fresh around here. The…
Install Hardwood Flooring: Step-by-Step Guide for Lasting Results
At this point you’ve probably seen our finished and furnished bonus room above the garage, but here’s a clear, practical account of…
Guide to Painting Decorative Patterns on Area Rugs
They say inspiration can come from anywhere, and Sheena’s story certainly brought a smile. Here’s her note: Hey John and Sherry (and…
Blogiversary IV: Fun and Surprising Blog Stats and Milestones
As if this morning’s pie charts weren’t enough, we’re back with another numerical roundup. Every year we like to share what Young…
Neutral Bathroom Design with Classic Basketweave Tile Accents
This bathroom transformation submitted by Kathleen proves how one bold change—the floor tile—combined with several simpler updates can create a completely new…
20 Practical Ways to Make Your Home Greener and Save Money
We’re sharing more practical green tips inspired by True Green by Kim McKay and Jenny Bonnin. I first noticed the book while…
Keep Your Home Clean and Dust-Free: Practical Cleaning Tips
Q: I love the look of your house! And I love how you arrange and decorate your shelves, tables, etc. I would…
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