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Summer

I live coastally and love effortless ways to bring in the splendor of summer. Here you will find simple ways to bring in the seasonal element with color and texture.

Budget Friendly Neutral Outdoor Rugs of the Season
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Budget Friendly Outdoor Rugs For Summer Living

I know this time of year can be very overwhelming. There is so much to do outside—clean up, painting, weeding, and creating an outdoor oasis everyone can enjoy. The only problem I found is when…

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Intex Inflatable Hot Tub Review
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Inflatable Hot Tub Pros and Cons

Last year my family and I decided to buy an inflatable hot tub. We did it for a few reasons. The first was the cost, the second being that it was a great way to…

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Amazon Outdoor Favorites. Firepit, Outdoor Poufs, Scalloped Umbrella, Pillows, Lounge Chair, Concrete Planter, Dining Table, Egg Chair, Hanging Chair, Outdoor Rug, Cooler, Solar Lanterns, Amazon Home. City Farmhouse by Jennifer OBrien
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Amazon Outdoor Favorites

Well, we made it through another winter! And I, for one, would like just to skip over the early parts of spring and get to the good stuff. By good stuff, I mean flowers, warmer…

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Five Classic White Paints You Need to Save. White Dove
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Five Classic White Paints You Need to Save

Paint is such an easy and cost-effective way to change the feel of a room. Yet, it can be the hardest decision to make, especially when the choices are limitless. Well, I am going to…

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The Only Faux Stems You'll Need For Spring + Every Season After From Amazon
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The Only Faux Stems You’ll Need For Spring + Every Season After

I’m not a big spring decorator. Truth be told, after Christmas, I take my time putting my house back together. I use cozy textures and add greenery, which is pretty much the extent of it….

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Chargeable Bulb For No Electricity Ikea Hack Light
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Chargeable Bulb For No Electricity Ikea Hack Light

Hanging pendant lights without electricity just got a whole lot easier, thanks to these chargeable bulbs from Amazon. Before this purchase, my Ikea hack light was going through batteries like nobody’s business. I had so…

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City Farmhouse by Jennifer OBrien. Free workbench turned into potting bench + outdoor bar. DIY pea gravel patio. Boothbay Gray by Benjamin Moore.
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Outdoor Makeover-Free Workbench Turned Into Potting Bench + Bar

It’s been a long time since I was this excited about repurposing a FREE piece of furniture and turning it into something unexpected. Long story short, I found a workbench for free, and I thought,…

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Brynn Swivel Chair From World Market Review
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Brynn Swivel Chair From World Market Review

Remember the post I did a few weeks ago about finding the right swivel chairs for my family room? Well, I bit the bullet and bought two Brynn Swivel chairs from Cost Plus World Market….

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Large Outdoor Planters For Any Budget
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Large Outdoor Planters For Any Budget

Winter is slowly retreating, uncovering the splendid beats of spring. The sweet sounds tickle my ears and the smells tantalize my nose. With this new season brings an eagerness for summer and sometimes I feel…

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Family Room Reveal-Bridgerton Meets the Long Island Coast
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Family Room Reveal-Bridgerton Meets the Long Island Coast

Sometimes a design dilemma can serve as a catalyst for change. A perfect example of this is my fireplace. While some might find the ornate detailing appealing, I always struggled with its traditional aesthetic. Growing…

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West Elm Hardware Hack-An Insane Savings Per Window
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West Elm Hardware Hack-An Insane Savings Per Window

Many of you may not know this, but I worked for a design company in Denver many moons ago. Much of their business was custom window treatments and furniture. I learned so much about textiles…

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Summer Sanctuary Patio With Target-Get the Look
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Summer Sanctuary Patio With Target-Get the Look

I can feel summer coming, breathing, and speaking a little louder. It could be wishful thinking or because… I just returned from Florida and need it to be so. Every year like clockwork, right about…

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