Our very first project in our new home is a quick refresh of our bedroom! Read all about the goals, see my inspiration and design plans here!
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How to Install a Gas Fireplace with Tile Surround and Wood Mantel
This post contains material sponsored by Build.com. All design plans, thoughts, and opinions are my own. Our 1952 home did not have a fireplace when we bought it. We’ve gone without one for the time that we’ve lived here, but every fall and winter we find ourselves saying “I wish we had a fireplace!” We
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Modern Traditional Basement Bathroom Reveal
Revealing more details about our basement bathroom!
Styling sponsored by Serena & Lily
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Our 1950’s Basement Remodel Reveal: From Wood-Paneled to White and Bright!
Our basement renovation is finally complete and you will not believe how it looks now compared to what it used to look like! Sharing before & afters as well as sources here.
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ORC Week 8: The Reveal… of a 75% Finished Basement!
Whether you’re new around here or a long-time reader, welcome! My husband Josh and I have been renovating our 1952 home for the past 4 years, almost entirely on our own. We’re tackling the entire basement for this spring’s One Room Challenge (ORC), and it’s the final project we need to complete to call our home
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Spring 2020 ORC Week 7: Sprinting to the Finish Line
Sharing everything we accomplished in week 7, and what we have planned for week 8 (REVEAL WEEK!)… will we finish on time?! Read on to find out!
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Spring 2020 ORC Week 6: Tile and Lights and Drywall, Oh My!
Whether you’re new around here or a long-time reader, welcome! My husband Josh and I have been renovating our 1952 home for the past 4 years, almost entirely on our own. We’re tackling the entire basement for this spring’s One Room Challenge (ORC), and it’s the final project we need to complete to call our home
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ORC Week 4: How We Created an Electrical Plan for Our Basement Remodel
This week, I’m discussing how we created an electrical plan for the entire basement, including specifics on outlets, switches, and lighting.
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ORC Week 3: DRYWALL, and Tips for Hiring Trades
Whether you’re new around here or a long-time reader, welcome! My husband Josh and I have been renovating our 1952 home for the past 4 years, almost entirely on our own. We’re tackling the entire basement for this spring’s One Room Challenge (ORC), and it’s the final project we need to complete to call our home
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ORC Week 2: Living Room Design Plans
Whether you’re new around here or a long-time reader, welcome! My husband Josh and I have been renovating our 1952 home for the past 4 years, almost entirely on our own. We’re tackling the entire basement for this spring’s One Room Challenge (ORC), and it’s the final project we need to complete to call our home