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Practical, Modern Office & Desk Chairs to Upgrade WFH

Practical, Modern Office & Desk Chairs to Upgrade WFH

These modern office & desk chairs all have a good, ergonomic base: appropriate cushioning, height adjustability, quality casters on a sturdy stem, and if they have armrests, they’re thick and padded enough to actually operate as armrests (I will never understand thin, metal armrests- what do they even do??). Most of these have the added […] Read More

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DIY Necklace Display For Less Than $5

DIY Necklace Display For Less Than $5

I started quarantine projects strong, got into a general burnout rut, then finally hit a manic episode that pushed me over the edge to actually do something with our problem room, aka, our bedroom. Our bedroom has always been a mis-mosh of furniture, no real plan, and was easy to deprioritize since no one else […] Read More

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Valentine’s Day Fondue Date Night at Home

Valentine's Day Fondue Date Night at Home

I know we all are sick and tired of the phrase “the holidays look a little different this year”, but my god it’s still true. Overall, Michael & I find ourselves extremely lucky during quarantine; our families are healthy, we haven’t been majorly financially impacted, and we get to see more of each other between […] Read More

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Gifts for Mom Other Than a Robe (Gen X Ideas)

Gifts Gen X Mom

Welcome, last minute shoppers! Quickly come this way. Maybe you’re frantically searching “presents for mom other than a robe” after seeing the SNL Christmas Morning skit or maybe you’ve been waiting for inspiration to get mom something she really wants.

Gen X moms can be a little tricky to shop for. They tend to already have what they want, so a good place to start is either with upgraded staples or indulgences. So, for the good of Gen X moms everywhere, my mom helped me put together this gift guide. Read More

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DIY Gift Bag Tree Skirt (Hide Those Battery Packs!)

DIY Gift Bag Tree Skirt (Hide Those Battery Packs!)

The holidays mean pretty trees and pretty garlands which also means… twinkle lights! I’m glad stores have gotten the memo since there are more varieties of twinkle lights than ever before. The one issue with them though is their ginormous battery boxes. Let’s knock out 2 partridges with one pear with a decorative DIY Gift […] 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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