I’ve been dying to put together a huge gallery wall for my office. When we moved, I realised that I had a ton of random wall art that didn’t really work well at the new house. I created this huge gallery wall very inexpensively by simply painting all of the…
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A home should support the way you actually live.
This section focuses on functional, lived-in homes – from bedrooms and storage to indoor plants and outdoor spaces – with an emphasis on decisions that make everyday life easier.
Here you’ll find guidance, experience, and thoughtful choices that help your home feel calm, practical, and genuinely usable, rather than just nice to look at.
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Gallery Wall – Painting Frames and Mats
I’m really excited to share this project! This week the project is inspired by Jacqueline Kennedy. What I think is so unique about Jackie is that she lived a very stylish and fascinating life, but she didn’t say very much about it. As she told her press secretary Pamela Turnure,…
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Audrey Hepburn Inspired Powder Room
Like Audrey Hepburn, our downstairs powder room is skinny…really skinny. I have big plans for this little space, and to turn it into an Audrey Hepburn Inspired Powder Room, and this is a sneak peak of what’s to come. It’s no secret that I have a thing for Tiffany blue….
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Creating the Illusion of High-Ceilinged Homes
Have you ever walked into a palatial old home and cast your gaze upwards? Chances are you would have seen wonderfully rendered, soaring ceilings, painted murals and stunning chandeliers as part of old, high-ceilinged homes. Today’s homes are not so fortunate. They often end up with white, featureless ceilings coming…
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DIY Stencilled Canvas Baskets
If you want to add some personality to your home storage without spending a fortune, stencilling plain canvas baskets is one of the most satisfying craft projects you can do on a quiet afternoon. You end up with something that looks genuinely considered, the kind of thing you’d spot in…
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10 Cozy Ideas for a Snowed In Valentine’s Day
Well, it looks like a lot of us on the east coast have some pretty gross weather coming up this week. Here are some of my favourite ideas to keep your Valentine’s Day cute and cozy with things you already have stocked at the house. These adorable red velvet pots…
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Frosted Dot Glass Jug Project
How to Make a Frosted Dot Glass Jug Looking for a creative way to upcycle a plain glass jug or carafe? A frosted dot glass jug adds a beautiful, modern touch to any kitchen or table setting—and it’s surprisingly simple to make at home. Whether you’re going for a subtle,…
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Ampersand Valentine Art
I was looking for a twist on just the usual hearts this year for Valentine’s Day, so I picked another symbol for love, the ampersand. I especially love this Ampersand Valentine Art project because once Valentine’s Day is over, it can live in our office all year round. I recruited…