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This post is sponsored by AllModern, but all views and opinions shared in this post are my own. Who doesn’t love a style that has stood the test of time?! I feel like mid-century modern style has always been a part of interior design. They are pieces that blend well with many other design styles! […]

This post is sponsored by Spectrum Brands. I received product from Spectrum Brands, but all views and opinions shared in this post are my own. When I make a change to a room, I have a really hard time changing just one thing.. That’s exactly how changing out my kitchen faucet turned into an entire […]

Don’t you just love the look of picture frame TVs?! I certainly do…but I don’t love the price tag.. Plus, I can’t justify replacing a TV that is in perfect working condition for one that looks better. Cue the custom built frame for my existing TV!! I have seen these before, but they all looked […]

Who doesn’t have one of these storage units hiding in their home?! We have at least five of them…and they are all safely stored in closets. Let’s be honest, they aren’t the most attractive thing.. Here’s how I took this boring white storage unit and turned it into a decent piece of furniture! Add a […]

Who doesn’t love affordable furniture that looks expensive?! Furniture can really be expensive…so why not purchase something affordable and make it amazing! The best part is that you can make it fit your style. I think that’s the biggest allure of IKEA “hacks” for me…being able to make any piece of simple furniture fit my […]

There’s something about a fireplace that just makes a home feel more cozy! I love that we have a large fireplace in the center of our home. I wrapped it in shiplap to make it feel clean and modern…but it felt like it was missing something. Cue the mantel! While decorating for Christmas this year, […]

Need the perfect gift for the DIY lover in your life?? Here are a few of my favorite gadgets that won’t break the bank! **This post contains affiliate links to products that I recommend. If you purchase something through an affiliate link, I may receive a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost […]

Have you ever seen a trend that you like, but it doesn’t quite fit your style? That’s how I felt about blanket ladders! I love the idea and would like an attractive way to store our blankets…instead of just leaving them bundled up on the sofa. The only problem is that I never really loved […]

Ever had an ackward corner that was wasted space?  The corner behind the soaking tub in our master bathroom was just that…wasted space!  I recently shiplapped the bathroom and wanted to add a bit of character to that corner. I considered making two floating shelves, but wanted to do something just a little different.  That’s […]

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