Our home is 1100 square feet and we just added on about 200 square feet. It is still small. Some said they were worried it wasn't going to be cozy anymore. Not the case. It is still very much considered a small home. We wanted to keep that older home feel and have separate spaces rather than a large open concept. But we do like to entertain so one way we created a larger room for entertaining was to make a cozy spot to eat, with a banquette and also make it a place that you could hang out and chat longer or watch something on TV together. So we added a Frame TV to our new brick wall. I would ... Read More
How I Clean my Entire Home using Thieves- No Toxins!
I have always been passionate about looking at labels and safeguarding my family from toxins. I used to clean my house with vinegar! I have also purchased other products that I thought were "clean" because of the way they were marketed. I have been using Thieves Concentrate to clean my entire house for almost a year and a half now! I cannot BELIEVE how simple and affordable it has been to clean every surface of my home with ONE bottle of Thieves. It is infused with essential oils and all plant based. Over 5,000 of my blog readers have joined me in loving Thieves!!! Why make the ... Read More
Easter Activity Gifts and Boredom Busters
I think I would be okay if we never brought another toy into the house. Anyone else? Okay, okay, I will admit that it does bring me joy to watch Finn place his Paw Patrols on the crosses on his rug, so I am okay with some toys as long as they are well-loved and used. In my years of being a mom, though, I've noticed that MOST of the time my kids have more fun with activity or experience gifts! This year with all of us spending more time at our homes, there hasn't been a better time to give the gift of time together and activities! I complied some great gift ideas for Easter (that are ... Read More
How to Pick the Right Size Rug with Guide!
I often get asked how to pick the right size rug for under a dining table, under a bed, for an entry and really any spot! And since we are on the subject, I only believe in one design rule- you must pick the right size rug for your space! I have an older blog post on picking the right size rug (HERE)- hey, even Joanna Gaines has changed her ways, from picking a too small of a rug to the right size rug for the scale of the room and furniture. Let me show you some of my tips from some past makeovers we did. Bedroom Rugs- Tip- Depending in room size, rug should extend about ... Read More
Favorite Online Shopping Deals and Small Businesses
I have spent my life working for and now owning a small business. I love and appreciate people who create business and offer unique and fun products! I have always been passionate in supporting small business in America and now is a perfect time to support those who are still working hard to take and fulfill orders online! How amazing is it that we can create a cozy HYGGE home with just the click of a button! While we all continue to stay home, so many of us have felt inspired to organize, refresh or decorate a space that we havent had time for before!! Great news! Today I am rounding up ... Read More
Our Brick Wall, PS- we painted it white
We did it. We painted the brick in our kitchen. Our plan the entire time was to paint the brick. That is the reason we put the brick in. We wanted some texture and extra charm. Best part we were able to use the brick that was original to the home. I actually told Kevin I wanted to do brick in the kitchen right when we started the plants for the addition, and little did we know brick would fall into our lap! When we took out the chimney in our kitchen, (it was used for the furnace) we discovered it was an all brick chimney that was in good shape! As they started to remove the chimney, I ... Read More
Our new Master Closet- Ikea Pax System
I can't believe that we have a master closet!!!! We had a small closet in our "master bedroom" that only my minimal clothes would fit in. And then Kevin had his clothes in his an a small Ikea wardrobe in Finn's bedroom and his shoes were in Finn's closet. We made it work for about 4 years. Then we decided to add- onto our kitchen and the entire back of our home about 9 feet back. We made space for a master bathroom and this master closet! Which feels extra fancy to have!! Below are photos of our separate closets before- Kevin was actually the one to put together the plan for the Ikea ... Read More
Inside our Fridge and Favorite things to Organize Fridge
We are so thankful our kitchen is almost all done! A working fridge, dishwasher and stove are such a blessing. And to have a fridge stocked with food is something we do not take for granted. Someone asked to see inside our fridge and how we organize it. So I thought now is the perfect time, because our fridge is new and clean!!!! I actually organized our last fridge like this new fridge, it worked well, so why stop a good thing? I'm basically a fridge model:) Just a reminder that our floors are not sanded or stained yet. And we still need the kick plate on the base of the cabinets. Our ... Read More
Having Fun Nestled Down at Home with Kids
Many of us are finding ourselves home-bound in an effort to keep our community safer. It can be unsettling to suddenly try to discover a new routine and navigate uncharted waters. In my experience, I have found that children are careful observers and pick up on emotional and nonverbal cues quickly. Let's help them feel at ease by leading the way with these FREE and inventive ways to keep them engaged and having fun! I am sure that with a little creativity, this time spent with your family can be some of the most memorable moments from their childhood! You can print these out and go through ... Read More
Nestle Down Ideas- When you are Stuck at Home!
neI have 13 things you could do right now while we are all nestled in at home. If you are like me achieving things gives me energy and boosts my mood. Do one small thing a day, especially if you have kids at home and you are trying to be a teacher too (praise to all the teachers!!!). Don't get overwhelmed but I think we could all benefit if we do something. We have rain in our forecast and rather than cry (which I might do too) I am going to have the kids help us get the house ready, so when the sun shines we can head out and enjoy it. Focus on what we CAN do not what we can't do! 13 Nestle ... Read More
