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Throw a Terrazzo Galentine’s Day Party with DIY Terrazzo Wallets

DIY Terrazzo Wallets Galetines Day

Cristina & I are back with another collab post, and this time, we’re taking on Galentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is easily one of my favorite holidays- it’s a fun excuse to love on everyone a little extra 😉. Pair these DIY Terrazzo wallets with some wine & chocolates and hop on over to Cristina’s post to […] Read More

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An Easy Brushstroke Makeover for All Your Basics

Just when Florida was teasing the return of sane, warmer weather, we’re back to sub 60s. I’m going a little wardrobe stir crazy since 1) I hate layering. Anything more than 1 sweater and 1 jacket is a no from me. 2) I’ve been refusing to buy more clothes to shove into our shared closet. So […] Read More

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My 2019 Mantra, Our First Reader Survey, and a Big Ole Thank You

Have you guys read “How Millenials Became the Burnout Generation“? Across other blogs, friends, and co-works, it felt like 2018 was the year of burnout. I’ve outlined this article a million ways to Sunday in my head and just getting started on a different style article seemed like another thing to do on the neverending to-do […] Read More

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DIY Stamped Brass Keychains

DIY Stamped Brass Keychains

Brass is back! I feel like brass took a back seat this winter to other textures, but is being welcomed back this spring. I’ve been wanting to try my hand at stamping forever- there’s so many great letter stamping DIYs out there!- and it’s such an easy skill to pick up. And honestly, who doesn’t […] Read More

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Plans for the Hailey Home Powder Room

Neutral Modern Powder Room Makeover

The first room on the Hailey Home makeover tour is the downstairs powder room! It’s an interesting layout, with a sloped ceiling from being under the stairwell. This one room was the deciding factor to replace all the countertops in all the bathrooms instead of the entire vanities, but I’ll get into that more in […] Read More

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Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my favorite parts from the  #haileyhome condo. There Michael had his desk shoved in the corner of our small bedroom. As much as I wanted a light and airy feel, the desk always felt unintentionally “floaty”. With just paint and shelves, his desk went from an afterthought to a defined workspace with it’s own voice that felt distinct yet still a part of the room.

In our current house, I’m looking back at this project since next on my list will be Michael’s office! Michael inspired me with his 5 year anniversary gift to me (a nice furniture piece- he definitely knows me ☺️) so my gift to him will be wood shelves for his new office, plus a little space makeover. 

Excited to take on a small project while the kitchen reno is underway. It’ll feel nice to feel project progress somewhere and get hands on for the first time since Cade arrived ☺️
I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” shots and there’s no way I’m taking it down for the rest of the year 😅 

It’s worth the space it takes up though. Capturing his growth and personality feels like the greatest privilege. I can’t believe there were only 3 weeks between his newborn and 1 month photos 🥲
Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make hi Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make his appearance. 

I’ll take any and all inducing tips 😅
#ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 I’ve been auditi #ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 
I’ve been auditioning different rooms around the new house for my studio space. Some have great storage, some have better natural light, but NONE have over headlight lighting. I didn’t think much of it until I tried crafting after work and realized, dang, I really can’t see anything 😅. I tried to make it work with different table lamps, photography lighting, even grow lights (spoiler: do not attempt unless you like being blinded). It wasn’t great. I figured I’d eventually get a proper crafting light, but wasn’t thrilled with the limited, and frankly ugly, options. 

I bet you picked up on this from the photo, but I finally found THE solution. @cricut just released their Cricut Bright 360 task lamps and it’s everything I could have ever dreamed of! I’ve been putting this lamp through its paces for a few weeks with nesting DIYs and will have a full review on the blog soon!

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