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A Beautiful Home Tour, Summer Porches, and More: Style Showcase
Summer is winding its way down, but the days will be warm for a little while yet. Enjoy today’s inspiration from me and my blog friends as we start to bid farewell to this gorgeous season. Finding Silver Pennies | Black and White Pool Ideas Danielle installed her backyard pool a few years ago and…
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A Classic Heritage Farmhouse That Perfectly Blends Old and New
Some homes immediately make you feel welcome. Rather than relying on fleeting design trends, this classic heritage farmhouse embraces timeless materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and comfortable living. Throughout the home, historic charm meets modern function. Rich wood furniture pairs beautifully with crisp white walls, soft neutral textiles, vintage-inspired lighting, and carefully selected wallpaper that adds personality…
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14 of the Best Victorian Porch Examples
Is there anything that creates better curb appeal than the timeless charm of a Victorian porch? Today I’m sharing 14 examples from small to grand that feature the best of Victorian architecture. A pretty pink Victorian sports a large porch with unique details on the porch and the roof above. A simpler, lavender…
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I live where the suburbs meet the country, which affords me the best of both worlds. Come along on my journey where I share decorating, cooking, gardening and more as it relates to both city and rural life. Visit my new sister site, POND AND GARDEN, for outdoor ideas and inspiration.
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My name is Jennifer and I started my blog in 2011 as a way to motivate myself by chronicling improvements to my circa 1875 house. I figured if I was writing about what I was doing, I’d be more likely to tackle and actually finish home improvement projects.
I remarried on June 30, 2011 and my husband and I talked about buying a new home together. But we both love it here in our little town and decided to stay put. The town has more than tripled in size since living here, but I still consider it to be small compared to the other Chicago ‘burbs.
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