Our kitchen was built in 1999. It was very 1990s. While this isn’t the exact kitchen, in fact, I can’t even FIND a picture of it from when we first moved in, 23 years ago, this is pretty much the style. Perfectly lovely, and what a lot of kitchens looked like back then. We loved […]
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Magnolia Network Hot Takes
The Magnolia Network is set to take over the DIY network on July 15th. The Magnolia Network is run by Chip and Joanna Gaines. The former HGTV house flippers turned superstars, turned Walt Disney of domesticity. They’ve parlayed their incredible popularity and Pinterest perfection aesthetic into curating an entire network of shows. It’s a big […]
Update a 90s Bathroom
Our upstairs bathroom was designed in 1999 for two little boys. The “Boys’ Bathroom” is big, served them well, and also served as the extra bathroom when we hosted a party or holiday event. But by 2021 the boys were grown it was WELL overdue for a spruce up. I decided to leave the tub […]
Limewash a Fireplace
Our fireplace mantel was classic, builder-grade, installed in 1999 when we built the house. After looking at it a LONG time and deciding I hated it, I set about researching how to paint it. I decided on a limewash technique. It is SO EASY and I am so happy. It set the tone for a […]
Paint a Light Fixture Black
The quarantine has me evaluating my space. I mean, we can’t GO anywhere so I’m looking at the same four walls. I decided NOW was the time to slowly go through each room and update what I can, on my own, on the cheap! I’m a late-blooming DIY gal so I’m learning as I go. […]