I have wanted to add something to our entry ceilings for about a year, finally did something about it! We have 8' ceilings throughout our home and with shorter ceilings like that, they are very noticeable. They feel like another wall. We have added shiplap to several ceilings in our house, painted the ceiling a contrasting color, added wood beams and recently wallpapered our entry ceiling. Entry Ceiling Before- Enter After Sparrow Wallpaper- Girls Room Ceiling ... Read More
Our Go-to Lunch Laila’s Crunchy Chicken Salad
I stopped by my best friend, Laila's house the other day when I was in her area. She had just made lunch and, she offered me some, it was delicious! She made a Chicken Salad, but it had such a refreshing crunch to it, different than any Chicken Salad I had ever had. I was craving it the next day and grabbed the ingredients to make it for my family for lunch, everyone at my house loved it too! Ella even said "I want to have this everyday for school lunch!" In about a two week period we have made it about 5 times. I made it to take with us on a hike in the mountains when we had friends visiting ... Read More
Back to School- Sleep, Butterflies, Focus, Lunches and More
After summer’s free-for-all, returning to a back-to-school routine of bedtimes, alarm clocks, hurried mornings, and getting out the door on time can be a challenge. Especially if we aren't ready for summer to end!! To make this seasonal switch easier, I put together a few simple tips to help you get ready for that first day of school hopefully without any tears or meltdowns. From get organized, setting up a routine, back to school schedule, sleep tips, calming back to school butterflies, lunch ideas, quick breakfast and more! Start a Routine and Set Yourself up for Success- ... Read More
Favorite Diffusers- Styling and Lantern Hack- Hygge Fall Bundles
Nothing quite says fall like the scent of spice in the air and glowing lights! I rounded up my favorite diffusers, lanterns and oils to get you ready for all that the cooler season brings. You'll be all set to curl up in a cozy blanket with your favorite pumpkin drink as soon as the first leaf drops! 5 Steps to a Hygge Fall- Hygge Fall Home Favorites- ... Read More
Parents Kitchen Remodel
We gifted my parents a kitchen makeover, it's something I have wanted to do since I was a teen. I'd watched Trading Spaces and thought how fun it would be to have them makeover my parents kitchen! Fast forward 23 years and I'm so happy I get to be the one the doing the makeover! It took us a total of 5 weeks to finish. That doesn't include all the pre work. Like ordering and waiting for appliances, cabinets and figuring out the design plan. Kitchen Before- Kitchen After- Kitchen Sources- Cabinets– (info below) Cabinet Knob and Cabinet Pull- nesting for ... Read More
Favorite Outdoor String Lights
I am picky about string lights, you know I have a favorite string lights we use everywhere outside. We have tried several different outdoor string lights, and I always go back to them same lights. They are the brightest, warmest glow. We have them strung around our front porch, back porch, pergola and sports court. We attach them to fences with zip ties, hook over a screw or use a staple gun for electrical wire. New Outdoor Favorites- ... Read More
Shower Curtain Upgrade- Use a Curtain Panel Instead
Shower curtain upgrade! The shower curtain in Finn's bathroom always felt too small, not tall enough. I did use two shower curtains together, so it was wider, but still was lacking in height. His bathroom is a room we all walk by several times a day. Needless to say, it bugged me. I finally did something about it and ordered a curtain panel to use instead of his shower curtain. Ready to see this upgrade?? Shower Curtain Before- Shower Curtain After- ... Read More
5 Year Old Boys Room with Plaid Wallpaper & Puppy Posters
This week we gifted a bedroom makeover to our 5 year old nephew, Porter. We recently gave his younger sister, Evie a bedroom makeover after graduating from her crib. Oh, and let's not forget their parents bedroom! So we couldn't leave Porter without a bedroom refresh. And his bedroom turned out so good!!! Porter loves dogs and camping. We had found dog wallpaper that was really cute, but I was worried it would be too much of a theme, so we went with plaid wallpaper and accented with all the things he loves. We started with installing board and batten, then the room took off from ... Read More
Drew Barrymore Swivel Chair in Game Room and Storage Ottoman
I've been getting asked where our Drew Barrymore swivel chair under up. Originally, I had placed it in our upstairs living room. I liked that we could turn and swivel to watch tv, turn to face the kitchen and also swivel back toward the coffee table. But I needed more seating, I liked having two chairs in that space, so had to move it. I think we found the perfect spot for it! Thank you Walmart for sponsoring this post Get all the details on our Game Room HERE ... Read More
Parents Kitchen Remodel Reveal of Open Shelves
For my parents kitchen, we had originally planned closed cabinets all around the kitchen. But, the cabinet piece next to the sink was too big. So open shelving it is! My mom later told me that she secretly wanted open shelving somewhere but didn't want to ruin my "creative design". Happy accident! I am all about decorating with things that are functional. So I like to buy the cutest item of what I need. I'll show you what I mean, and how I styled her open kitchen shelving. Thank you Walmart for sponsoring this post Top Walmart Home Decor Pieces- Electric Tea Kettle and ... Read More
