If you follow me on instagram then you saw we made a little change to our front porch! We added tile on each of the front of the steps! I actually was thinking of painting some sort of pattern with the black stripes we had, maybe a buffalo check pattern- kind of like a rug up the steps. But on second thought, I felt it would look too "crafty" ha! So I typed "painted steps" into Pinterest hoping for some inspiration. And in the painted steps search, I saw some stenciled, tile looking front steps- just on the front of each riser. Loved the look. But hate to stencil. So we came up with another ... Read More
Girls Toddler Bedroom Makeover- Drew Barrymore Collection
We asked for submissions from our local readers for a kids bedroom to makeover. We were looking for just one room to makeover but it ended up snowballing into 4 makeovers, that Kevin and I ended up giving away!! This is the last bedroom makeover. And it is a girls toddler bedroom makeover. She is a cutie little girl who is 3 years old (Finn's age) and still in a crib. Which a 3 year old in a crib isn't a problem, but it was the perfect excuse to give them a makeover!!! And we had the cutest bed ever that I really wanted to feature in a makeover! I partnered with Walmart and purchased some ... Read More
8 Simple Tips to TRANSFORM a Bedroom! Patricks and Lukes Parents Reveal
Alright are you ready to see the other bedroom makeover we did this week?? I have to say this it is a HUGE transformation. This is Rachel and Jeff's master bedroom that Kevin and I gifted to them. We recently made over their oldest sons (Lukes) bedroom after Rachel had emailed me when I asked for submissions for a room makeover. And we just couldn't help but do ALL their bedrooms. They are a very loving, kind deserving family. Their youngest son, Patrick has special needs and is the cutest boy. We really felt they all deserved a cozy spot to lay their heads at night after working so hard. This ... Read More
Dresser Round-Up! Favorite Dressers- All Prices
We got the girls a new dresser. Really because I wanted to give Rachel a dresser for her master bedroom and I thought the girls dresser would look great in her master. Then I could buy the girls a white washed wood one I have had my eye on for awhile. I had ordered the same dresser for the teen boys bedroom (Luke) and fell in love with it. For two reasons #1- we did not have to assemble the dresser (anyone want to give-up right when they see they have to assemble a dresser???) #2- the wood finish was gorgeous! I decided to round-up some of my favorite dressers and where I go to find ... Read More
Patricks Dormer Bedroom Reveal!
Did you catch my last blog post? We have been working on Patricks (a cutie 9 year old boy) bedroom! If you have been following along you know that we recently made-over Lukes bedroom (Patricks brother). Lukes mom had submitted Lukes room for a local makeover Kevin and I were giving-away, we ended up selecting Lukes bedroom, and we couldn't leave Patricks bedroom alone! We wanted to makeover his bedroom too. Below is where we last left you on the bedroom status- Kevin and I went away for the weekend to New York (blog post coming on that). But before we left we spent about 4ish hours ... Read More
3 Bedroom Design Plans- Master, Little Girls Room and Boys Room
I am doing three bedroom makeovers this month! And one next month. I am very excited. Making a fluffy cozy bed is one of my favorite things to do. I thought I would share the before of each room and my design plan. I ALWAYS do a design plan before I start any project. It helps me to visualize the end result. And not waste anytime on returning things because they didn't look good together. If you remember Lukes Bedroom that we recently made over. And then we did Lukes mom, Rachels kitchen shelves. Well, we couldn't stop just there. We are now giving Patrick the younger brother a ... Read More
Diffuser Round-Up and Why I ditched Candles
Hi, my name is Brooke, and I am a recovering candle addict. I loved the feeling of HYGGE they'd lend to my home. I always sort of knew that they were toxic, but I would allow myself the indulgence. Imagine my excitement when I discovered that I can get the EXACT same cozy, warm atmosphere with a diffuser! There are three major ways to use our essential oils. Some choose to use only one way while others choose to use all three. We often choose the method of diffusing (or inhaling) over topical or ingesting because it is extremely effective! If you want the short, quick ... Read More
How Design Style and Fashion Style Meet- 10 Bloggers Weigh In
When the weather changes, I always reassess my wardrobe for the new season. I have limited space, so I I have to be thoughtful about what I carry in my closet. I have written about the way I manage my clothes and how I systematically clear out what I am no longer wearing in this post. As I was sifting through what I want to keep and what I want to donate to make room for cozier sweaters and wintry colors, I began to notice a theme-- I tend to like solid basics and fun pops of pattern. I am not a fashion blogger, but I DO buy clothes and dress myself. I know what I like to ... Read More
Houseplant Swag
I don't think I have ever mentioned it here before, but I do a thing. It is called Water Wednesday! Or sometimes it gets moved to Thirsty Thursday. Basically it is a really good way to remember to check on your plants and water them. Some plants do not need to be watered every Wednesday. Like a snake plant only needs to be watered a couple times a month or same with succulents! But it reminds us to go and talk to your plants, give them some love. Do they like the spot you put them? Do you see some new growth?? And obviously ever water Wednesday I want to wear a plant shirt! Ha. Not even ... Read More
Using Essential Oils on Houseplants- Keep the Bugs Away and GROW!!!
I love my houseplant so much. Most of my decor is in the form of a plant. I love how they purify the air! NASA researchers have done studies and research on the best and most efficient ways to clean the air in space stations, and they recommend 15-18 plants for an 1800 square foot home or apartment. Plants can absorb toxins through their leaves and serve as a natural way to filter the air in your home. (source) We are always looking for ways to make our home more toxin-free for us and mainly our kids. So if I am told to get more plants, sign me up! We also never burn candles either, to ... Read More
