Townhouse Makeover: Introducing Our New Coffee Cart

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It’s Kylee here with another update from our Seattle townhouse. When I last showed the coffee station, it was perched on a wine rack — a handy temporary solution during those first hectic days of unpacking. It served us well, but the wall behind it is large and called for something sturdier that could also … Read more

Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub Review: Why I Switched to This Cleaning Scrub

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Thieves Kitchen and Bath Scrub I love a clean, shiny sink. Today I’m excited to share a new favorite toxin-free product that does an amazing job: Thieves Kitchen and Bath Scrub. It pairs beautifully with Thieves Household Cleaner and is excellent for tackling sinks, countertops, and bathroom surfaces. The scrub lifts stains and scuff marks … Read more

She Sent Me a Surprising Message — What Happened Next?

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Recently a few blogging friends took part in a playful, slightly risky challenge: each of us visited a local Goodwill or thrift shop, picked a random item, and mailed it to the next blogger on the list. In return we waited to see what would arrive at our own mailbox. It sounded like fun — … Read more

Thanksgiving Celebration Ideas: Recipes, Decorations & Traditions

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This post is in partnership with World Market Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Our home is full of family, friends and a few furry visitors. The kitchen smells amazing and we’re looking forward to gathering around the table with grateful hearts. I couldn’t let this day pass without thanking you for being part of our little community. … Read more

How I Picked My New Couch: Top Considerations and Priorities

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After doing a lot of research, I finally bought a new couch — actually a loveseat — and we’re really excited about it. I know many of you have been searching for one too, and since deciding can be tricky, I wanted to share my thought process and the sofa we chose in case it … Read more

400-Sq-Ft Summer Cottage: Smart Tips for Maximizing Small Spaces

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It’s been a while since we’ve shared an update on the Tiny Cottage, so I thought I’d show how charming it still is. My mom kindly allowed me to take photos while I was there shooting the Tiny Kitchen, so I’m excited to give you a peek around. Throughout the post you’ll see many of … Read more

Smart Small-Space Home Office Ideas for Compact Living

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BHG Today, while I was sorting papers for taxes (my least favorite task), I noticed my home office felt especially small. Then I came across a photo of a charming tiny home office tucked into a small niche. It was so well arranged that suddenly my own space felt roomy by comparison. I love how … Read more

Before and After: Showcase Your Paint Color Transformations

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In the past year or two we’ve refreshed many rooms in our home. We’ve painted the living room, dining room, a bathroom, the hallway, and this spring I painted my home office. It really has been the year of painting and home projects, and finally the house is starting to come together. The right paint … Read more

Cozy Seaside Cottage Bedroom Design — How to Get the Look

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This is an image from the If I Lived in a Cottage by the Sea – Spring Dreambook by The Inspired Room. PSA: If you want to save any image from a blog or social media and share them to Pinterest (or any other public forum), you need to give credit to the original owner … Read more

Cute Free Printable Gift Tags for Any Occasion

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Download the PDF to save the gift tags to your computer and print them at home. Print on cardstock for sturdier tags or on regular paper and glue to kraft paper for a rustic look. These charming gift tags were created by graphic designer Anthony Armendariz in Seattle, Washington. They are provided free for personal … Read more