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The 5 Non-Negotiable Rules for a Professional Paint Finish (At Home)
You’ve found the perfect piece. You spent the weekend painting it just the right shade of creamy white. But within months, the edges are chipping, the surface feels tacky, and that “professional” look you dreamed of has faded along with your enthusiasm. I know that feeling. Through painting countless dressers, tables, and cabinets, I’ve discovered…
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Come In, and Be Merry: A Holiday Home Designed With the Thrifter In Mind
This holiday season, I’m embracing the art of the thrifted holiday—an approach to decorating that is as much about the joyful hunt as it is about the beautiful result. I want to show you how to use your collections and secondhand finds to create a home that doesn’t just look festive, but feels festive, engaging all five…
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Covering Christmas Cookbooks With Vintage Wallpaper
I love collecting ’90s cookbooks and crafting books, and I actually use them. I don’t like how they look out on my countertop sometimes. So I found a solution to keep my Christmas books out for the season and not be an eyesore. Wrapping books with brown paper has been a thing for a very…
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Step-by-Step Tutorial: Creating a Unique Necklace from an Old Sweater
Lately, I’ve been so inspired to elevate my everyday style with pieces that feel truly unique and personal. I wanted something custom, something that no one else would have, that would add a textural, interesting touch to my favorite basics. And then it hit me—what if I could wear this sweater as jewelry? The Transformation:…
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How to Turn a Plastic Flower Pot into a Trash Can
Okay, can I just rant for a second about how expensive nice-looking trash cans are? Like, why does something that holds garbage need to cost a small fortune? I had this basic black plastic one in my kitchen for ages, and it was fine… but it definitely wasn’t cute. You know how it is—it gets…
