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5 Tips To Keep Natural Garlands and Holiday Greenery Fresh Longer
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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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Roly-Poly Santa Cookies & Other Favorites from our Cookie Box
Dec 15, 2020
Roly-Poly Santa Cookies & Other Favorites from our Cookie Box
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Let's Make Paper Stars!
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Our Farmhouse Kitchen Reveal!
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Our Farmhouse Kitchen Reveal!
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Porch House // A Green-Filled Holiday Home Tour
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Another thrifted chair ;)
Another thrifted chair ;)

a small (and inexpensive) update in Daphne’s bedroom

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Happy Friday 5/6/22
Happy Friday 5/6/22

links + musings from the week…

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Paint, Floors, and a Mirror in the Primary Closet
Paint, Floors, and a Mirror in the Primary Closet

I found the perfect spot for the vintage mirror I salvaged years ago ✨

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Nana's New Greenhouse Kit
Nana's New Greenhouse Kit

a peek into Nana’s backyard garden setup

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Sun Hat (and visor) Roundup
Sun Hat (and visor) Roundup

gardening season is upon us!

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Happy Friday 4/29/22
Happy Friday 4/29/22

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My dream wallpaper in the primary nook
My dream wallpaper in the primary nook

sharing finished photos & asking for your help on the trim…

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Happy Friday 4/22/22
Happy Friday 4/22/22

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Books I've loved lately
Books I've loved lately

read any good books lately?

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Happy Friday 4/15/22
Happy Friday 4/15/22

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