Monthly Archives: December 2017

AROUND HERE: DECEMBER 2017

Around here we have been…. DRESSING WARM and bundling up for the season. The temperatures have dropped significantly over the past month. The ground is now covered in snow, and the thermometer  rarely reads in double digits. In fact, today it is foretasted that the high temperature will be -15! That’s not including wind-chill! Despite…

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TRENDING IN HOME DESIGN & DECOR: BOLD PATTERNED TILES

Are you looking to add a statement feature to your home – maybe something a bit more than a fresh coat of paint can provide? The bold pattern tile look is very popular right now, and homeowners have really shown their creativity on where to utilize this medium. Tiles aren’t just for floors anymore! From…

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CHRISTMAS DECORATING INSPIRATION FROM INSTAGRAM

I joined Instagram right around the same time that I started this blog, only a few short months ago. I mainly follow home decor sites there, and have been absolutely wowed by the amount of creativity that is shared! This has been my first Christmas season as part of the IG community and it is…

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SATURDAY SKETCHBOOK: KITCHEN BASIC DESIGN

I spent some time this week diving into the interior of Arrow Hill Cottage. With just over 18 months remaining before we break ground, I want to get as many details ironed out as possible. I figure that the more decisions that are made on paper, the less surprises that might arise during construction. This…

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  • Val

    How exciting, looking forward to you breaking ground and the construction starting. Reading your post helps me envision the layout better. For the seating in the kitchen I would suggest backs on the stools. Young & old alike would benefit from the support:) To not have the ‘clunky’ look you are concerned about , how about an semi-opened metal back to the seating, visually not as heavy looking  & still adds support /comfort.ReplyCancel

    • Yes, doesn’t 3d imaging really help with visualization? I’m excited to dive into each room! I agree that it is probably safer for the extra support of backs on the stools, just don’t want them to detract from the rest of the room. Semi-opened backs are a good option. 🙂ReplyCancel

HOLIDAY HOME TOUR BLOG HOP

Can you believe we have less than two weeks until Christmas? This time of year is always full of beautiful things; And in honor of that, I’ve teamed up with some amazing fellow bloggers. We’re inviting you into our homes to share our Christmas decor and hopefully give some inspiration!  At the end of this…

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  • Joy

    love it!   well done!ReplyCancel

    • Thank you! The kids absolutely adore the decorations – and I love that I don’t need to stress about something getting broken or ‘messed up’. Perfect balance.ReplyCancel

THE MAIN ELEMENTS OF THE MID CENTURY MODERN HOME STYLE

Welcome to another installment in the ELEMENTS OF HOME series. Each month I showcase a different residential style here on the blog. It is my hope that this information will not only teach you a little something about the various styles; but also equip you if are designing or searching for a new house –…

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CREATE A PAINTED WOOD SIGN IN 6 EASY STEPS

Painted wood signs are very popular right now. They are classic, and their neutral colors look great with a variety of home decor styles. They can be purchased at craft fairs or on Etsy. Many retail stores now sell mass produced varieties; but if you create a DIY version – a whole new world of possibilities…

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  • Val

    Beautiful Christmas ‘message’ sign . Thank you for the DIY tutorial ReplyCancel

THE KITCHEN WORK TRIANGLE EXPLAINED

Have you ever spent time in a kitchen, maybe at a friend or relative’s house, that just seemed really awkward / difficult to work in? Something didn’t seem ‘quite right’ but you couldn’t put your finger on what it was? I have a guess about what caused the problem…. THE LACK OF A WORK TRIANGLE…

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