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How to Frame and Hang a Pocket Door
How to Frame and Hang a Pocket Door

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We Have Two Houses to Furnish and Here's the Vintage Furniture, Art, and Decor I'm Looking For Right Now
We Have Two Houses to Furnish and Here's the Vintage Furniture, Art, and Decor I'm Looking For Right Now

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Plans for the Poplar Cottage Front Yard: Picket Fence, Landscaping, and a Whole Lot of Charm
Plans for the Poplar Cottage Front Yard: Picket Fence, Landscaping, and a Whole Lot of Charm

Creating a nostalgic and welcoming cottage-style front yard with a dash of twinkle light magic

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How to make your home feel more like a vacation rental
How to make your home feel more like a vacation rental

who says your home can’t feel like a getaway?

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