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Happy Friday 5/28/21
Happy Friday 5/28/21

links and musings form the week…

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How We're Dealing with Mosquitoes This Summer
How We're Dealing with Mosquitoes This Summer

we’re going high-tech!

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Happy Friday 5/21/21
Happy Friday 5/21/21

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BIG Things are Happening at Poplar!
BIG Things are Happening at Poplar!

a big juicy update on the foundation + adding square footage to this tiny house

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The Poplar Cottage, RemodelsCathyMay 19, 2021 Comments
Here’s What an Antique Analysis Dug Up on Our Dresser
Here’s What an Antique Analysis Dug Up on Our Dresser

uncovering the history of a favorite Craigslist find

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The Farmhouse, Design & DecoratingCathyMay 17, 2021 Comments
Happy Friday 5/14/21
Happy Friday 5/14/21

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5 Tips for Creating an Inviting Garden Space
5 Tips for Creating an Inviting Garden Space

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Happy Friday 5/7/21
Happy Friday 5/7/21

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The 'Old-Fashioned' Sink & Faucet We Picked for Poplar
The 'Old-Fashioned' Sink & Faucet We Picked for Poplar

old-fashioned cast iron and unlacquered brass for the win!

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Happy Friday 4/30/21
Happy Friday 4/30/21

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