When we were remodeling this 1970's home I told our electricians that I wanted every switch to be on a dimmer. They looked like, are you sure? Yes, worth it!!! There were a few lights they missed that we just recently switched to a dimmer ourselves, easy to do! Obviously a bedroom on a dimmer makes sense, you want restful lighting, but I love having our kitchen lights dimmed at night when we aren't cooking, but grabbing a snack or drink. I will share how to install a dimmer switch on your own and my favorite dimmer switch! JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it ... Read More
Favorite Things- Lamp Love
I read a quote a long time ago, and at this point I have taken it on as my own, I say it enough, "An overhead light should only be turned on when you are searching for a lost earring." Overhead lights can sometimes feel too harsh, a big reason we have a dimmer switch on all our overhead lights! Lamps are one of my favorite pieces of decor. If I had to choose only one item to go on a side table, console, entry table, piano, nightstand, I will always pick a statement lamp! They not only look great, but add such a cozy feeling that can't be created any other way. I rounded up some of my personal ... Read More
What’s cooking? 3 steps to a Dinner Meal Plan with Printable
Planning out the weekly meals and snacks makes our week so much easier and healthier, no matter how busy the week gets. Kevin and I both enjoy cooking, but we do like to be on the same page about what we are eating for dinner and who will making it. So first things first... 1. Set time aside to plan Set aside time each week to make a meal plan. We usually do Sundays, when we are making our calendar of what activities we have going on each day. Then you can decide how many meals you need to prepare and what meals will work best time-wise for that day. I like to have a say in what we ... Read More
Homemade Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe- Nacho Bar for a Party
Homemade Nacho cheese is so easy to make, and tastes so much better than store bought. We made this recipe a couple years ago for a birthday party dinner for Lola and her friends. We did a nacho bar and everyone loved it! We've had a Nacho bar a few different times for different occasions but mainly when we need to feed a crowd. It such an easy dinner and everyone loves it because they get to choose what toppings they want on their nacho's. There is always an occasion for cheese sauce. This recipe is awesome for a crowd and totally customizable! ... Read More
Our Propagation Wall- How it is doing 6 months later and what I learned
I hung a propagation wall 6 months ago in our basement. I thought it deserved a blog post, all about the results and what I learned about propagation! Here is a clue, it is EASY!!!! What does it mean to propagate plants? Basically propagating a plant means your plants can have plant babies. To propagate, simply cut a piece of a plant or take a broken stem of a plant, put it in water, and let it grow roots. After your plant takes root, you can plant that rooted plant into dirt. Basically propagating takes one plant and gives you another!!! Boom! Start now and you will have plants to give as ... Read More
Valentines Gift Guide for Her
Little gifts are so nice to spread a little love to those you care for. Wether you need to drop some hints to a partner or you are wanting to give the girls in your life a little special something, I put together a list of things I have been looking at or I know my girls would love! Hopes this guide helps! Self Tanner Drops- I've been using these on my face and like the glow it gives. I do notice my dark spots more so I scrub with my Mint exfoliating scrub good before I use.Queen of hearts shirt- short or long sleeve. Just bought this, nice how you can wear any season.Two Piece Darkstone ... Read More
Valentines Gift Guide for Him
Do you give valentine gifts?? I really do love this simple holiday, reminding us to give a little note or gift to those we love. I try to personalize my gifts or even think about something they need but make it fun. There is a little something on this guide for any guy, Kevin helped me out and he always comes up with fun things! Meat Thermometer- anyone that grills, smokes or cooks meat needs a meat thermometer!Organic Grill Spices-for the guy who likes to grill with flavor!Checked Blanket- Extra big, cozy and lots of colors. I've bought this blanket so many times for gifts and ... Read More
Primary Bedroom with Wood Accent Wall and Canopy Bed (In-laws home)
We have been helping Kevins mom and step dad with their new home, for the past couple months. This is the fourth bedroom we did and it is finally their bedroom! Both of them were very excited to sleep in their new bed, like Christmas morning excited! We got them the softest bedding ever, she text the next morning, raving about the sheets and bedding. Excited to share their bedroom with you! First we always start with a plan, let's look at their primary bedroom plans and the finished look! Thank you The Company Store for sponsoring this post Primary Bedroom Plans- Primary Bedroom ... Read More
4 Tips to a Maximalist Design Style, Without Looking Cluttered
I get asked what my decor style is, and I find it hard to label completely, but there is one design style that comes to mind when I think of my decor, MAXIMALIST! Chances are if you read my blog, you might be drawn to something about a maximalist design style. I found a good definition of a maximalist design style, "abundance, boldness, mixing of colors, patterns, textures, busy wallpaper prints, full gallery walls, and displayed collections." A maximalism draws on many different design styles. A maximalist doesn't have to mean "cluttered". Sharing my cozy decor styling tips, that will help ... Read More
Favorite Soup Our Kids LOVE- White Bean Chicken Chili in Slow Cooker
Ella asks for the same meal every week, white bean chicken chili. She LOVES it. All our kids do! I have seen lots of variations of this classic white bean chicken chili recipe. You could add more broth to make it more like a soup, but we like a chili consistency to dip a chip in. We also add carrots to our version. We make most our soups and chilis in a slow cooker, for a quick easy dinner. I actually prefer to only make meals that require one pan or one pot, does that mean I am lazy or efficient?? Maybe don't answer that. ha! I am sharing that white bean chicken chili recipe and some of our ... Read More
