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Our Last Holidays at the Farmhouse
Dec 17, 2022
Our Last Holidays at the Farmhouse
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Roly-Poly Santa Cookies & Other Favorites from our Cookie Box
Dec 15, 2022
Roly-Poly Santa Cookies & Other Favorites from our Cookie Box
Dec 15, 2022
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Holiday Crafting :: Wallpaper Baubles!
Nov 30, 2022
Holiday Crafting :: Wallpaper Baubles!
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Holiday Cafe Curtains (+ a pattern download)
Nov 28, 2022
Holiday Cafe Curtains (+ a pattern download)
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Let's Make Paper Stars!
Dec 14, 2020
Let's Make Paper Stars!
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Our Farmhouse Kitchen Reveal!
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Farmhouse Butler’s Pantry Reveal!
Farmhouse Butler’s Pantry Reveal!

every last detail and source for our Farmhouse pantry!

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The Farmhouse, Remodels, Room RevealsCathyMarch 12, 2020farmhouse pantry Comments
DIY // The Easiest Way to Install Crown Molding, Ever!
DIY // The Easiest Way to Install Crown Molding, Ever!

the easiest possible method to install crown that doesn’t sacrifice on looks!

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DIYs, The Farmhouse, RemodelsCathyMarch 9, 2020farmhouse pantry Comments
Happy Friday 3/6/20
Happy Friday 3/6/20

Links from the week…

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Links & MusingsCathyMarch 6, 2020 Comments
Planning A Vintage Art Gallery Wall in the Pantry
Planning A Vintage Art Gallery Wall in the Pantry

our vintage art gallery wall plans for the pantry

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The Farmhouse, Remodels, Design & DecoratingCathyMarch 5, 2020farmhouse pantry Comments
The Dexter House // Why We Switched to A Smart Water Heater
The Dexter House // Why We Switched to A Smart Water Heater

all about our new smart water heater

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The Dexter HouseCathyMarch 2, 2020 Comments
Happy Friday 2/28/20
Happy Friday 2/28/20

links from the week…

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Links & MusingsCathyFebruary 28, 2020 Comments
Six Fun Board Games to Play with Kids
Six Fun Board Games to Play with Kids

these fun board games will have you asking your kids for a rematch!

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Slow(ish) LivingCathyFebruary 27, 2020 Comments
DIY // How to Paint Cabinets by Hand (+ An Update On Our Farmhouse Pantry)
DIY // How to Paint Cabinets by Hand (+ An Update On Our Farmhouse Pantry)

our favorite way to hand-paint cabinets + a pantry update

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The Farmhouse, DIYs, RemodelsCathyFebruary 24, 2020farmhouse pantry Comments
Happy Friday 2/21/20
Happy Friday 2/21/20

links from the week…

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Links & MusingsCathyFebruary 21, 2020 Comments
Home Tour // This Spanish Art Deco Remodel Strikes the Perfect Balance of Modern and Traditional
Home Tour // This Spanish Art Deco Remodel Strikes the Perfect Balance of Modern and Traditional

tour a recently-remodeled Spanish Art Deco home designed by Katie Hodges

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Home ToursCathyFebruary 20, 2020 Comments
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