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Our Farmhouse Primary Bathroom Reveal
Our Farmhouse Primary Bathroom Reveal

our crafted, historic bathroom, 13-months in the making

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Happy Friday 7/22/22
Happy Friday 7/22/22

“Can’t talk, I’m busy being hot”, library love, Blake Lively in looks, a fresh California home, my summer tan, a paisley comeback, …

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How I print and frame vintage art downloads (+ 2 FREE digital downloads!)
How I print and frame vintage art downloads (+ 2 FREE digital downloads!)

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A Scalloped Jute Rug for the Closet
A Scalloped Jute Rug for the Closet

plus a roundup of jute rugs with a twist

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Happy Friday 7/15/22
Happy Friday 7/15/22

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We Made a Mistake...
We Made a Mistake...

a plumbing error 9 months in the making and what it means for our original clawfoot tub…

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Happy Friday 7/8/22
Happy Friday 7/8/22

a house I’m OBSESSED with, tricks to improve your memory, work + play boots, DIY kitchen cabinets, the magic of a little danger, a book rec, + more …

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Recreating Historic Trim in our Primary Suite
Recreating Historic Trim in our Primary Suite

all the profiles we used to match our original 1912 headers

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Small Vintage Rug Roundup
Small Vintage Rug Roundup

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Happy Friday 7/1/22
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