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Before and After Home Tour

A few weekends ago we sat down to discuss the number of projects coming down the line at our home Journey’s End. At first, it was almost overwhelming trying to figure out how we were going to manage it all. Thankfully, we stopped stressing long enough to realize we’ve come so far already. Here’s a before and after tour of our little Cottage Journey’s End and the projects we’ve completed to date. I’ve also included some shots from the very beginning back to where it all started…questionable camera skills and a decorating “style” that gives me the giggles…

Decorating | Summer

Easy to Create Summer Inspired Tablescape

I don’t know about you guys but it’s definitely starting to feel like the dog days of summer. As we spend these last few days and weeks soaking up all that the season has to offer, I thought I would share an easy summer inspired tablescape with you today….

Decorating | DIY | Organization

5 Steps to a More Organized Laundry Room

As I shared last week, I’m definitely starting to feel the pressure to get the house neat, tidy and in order before the fall season begins. We have a few big projects in the works that are going to make things pretty messy around here for a hot minute. As you might have guessed, it’s one thing to be organized and yet it’s a completely different thing to maintain the organizational system you have set in place. The key to making it all work is…simplicity. Here are a few steps to keep in mind when you’re tackling the laundry room…

Decorating | DIY | Summer

Patriotic Summer Porch Tour

I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate today than to share the patriotic front porch with you. I normally stick to neutral colors throughout the house but on the porches it’s fun to add a little color. The Fourth of July weekend has always been a special holiday at our house. It always makes me think about the different places we’ve traveled and lived as a military family. It didn’t matter if we were on base or off, the entire weekend was filled with festivities.

Decorating | DIY

Loblolly Manor House Tour

When I think about how long we’ve actually worked on one of the tiniest houses we’ve ever lived in, I have such mixed emotions. My childhood home, Loblolly Manor was named for the decades old Live Oak trees as well as the rows of Loblolly Pines that dot the landscape. We moved around so many…

Decorating | Summer

Summer Inspired Tablescape

For the past few weeks, it’s been all about the simple pleasures of summer. We love to picnic as much as possible. When an afternoon storm snuck up on us threatening to cancel our big plans, we had to get creative with an indoor picnic. Here’s a look at how you can put together an easy summer inspired tablescape too…

Decorating

Decorating with Baskets

If you’ve read this blog for any length of time you have probably already figured out, I adore baskets. Seriously, I use them in every room in the house. They help me contain everything from magazines, to blankets, to flowers and pantry items. While I’ve mostly used them as utilitarian pieces, recently I’ve embraced decorating with baskets for their beauty. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you love baskets too…

Decorating | Holidays | Summer

Summer Inspired Mantel

There are a few questions I receive on a pretty regular basis…how do I decorate my mantel…almost always tops the list. Mantels can definitely be tricky. Whatever the situation you’re facing with the mantels in your spaces right now, here are a few tips to help you not only create a mantel for summer but for the upcoming seasons as well.

Decorating | Holidays | Summer

Summer Inspired Dining Room

A couple of weeks ago, my mom came over to help me refresh a few rooms around the house. So far, we’ve worked on one of the bedrooms the entry and the dining room. There haven’t been any major changes rather budget friendly, decorative changes that make a big impact in each space. This summer season, I wanted to highlight the simple sophistication of the magnolia tree and the sweet smelling flowers found on their flowing branches.

Decorating | DIY

Bedroom Decorating: Small Changes that Make a Big Impact

As I’ve shared with you guys this week, once we finished the office makeover I was ready to dive into giving the adjoining spaces a little refresh too. Here are a few budget friendly changes you can make to help achieve a big impact when decorating your bedroom…

Decorating | DIY

No Sew Pom-Pom Curtains

After I saw how much the buffalo check curtains changed the look of the office I set out to find curtains that would also enhance the adjoining bedroom and bathroom. It didn’t take very long to find the pom-pom curtains from Restoration Hardware. I know. Swoon. Here’s a look at how I created a budget friendly, no sew option for those inspiration curtains. Here’s what you’ll need to create pom-pom curtains for your home too…

Decorating | DIY

Entry Makeover Reveal

The entry…you guys…can we just talk about the entry for a second? It’s gone through so many changes. There were parts of each set up I’ve really liked over the years but honestly none of them were ever that functional. Here’s a look at how we married a few thrifted finds, created a seating area, and made the entry not only functional but also consistent with the layered neutrals we have in the rest of the house…