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A Beautiful Home Tour, Porches and More: Style Showcase
First up on today’s list for Style Showcase is a home tour and it reminds me that this coming weekend is Cavalcade of Homes in the Chicagoland area. I bought tickets my daughter and me. Several builders open up houses (some private) to the public. I plan to take photos so I can show you…
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Cozy A-Frame Cabin: A Charming Retreat Nestled in Nature’s Embrace
Let’s take a walk into the woods to discover a cozy a-frame cabin that has all the charm and convenience you’d need for a hygge-style getaway. I’d love to find a spot like this nearby where hubby and I could spend a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life (photos courtesy of…
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9 Great Fall Wreath Ideas: A Rich Autumn Welcome
Autumn is the perfect time to give the front door a little extra attention. Some of the prettiest fall wreath ideas are made from little more than berries, dried grasses, branches, or leaves gathered into a loose circle. Whether your style leans traditional, romantic, rustic, or wonderfully simple, today’s fall front doors offer plenty of…
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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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