Front Yard and Garage Update: Motion Sensor Lanterns and Progress Report Sorry for the quiet week here — we took some much-needed family time together since Robert has been away for the past month. For privacy and safety reasons we don’t share our travel plans publicly, but I will say he was away in Georgia … Read more

I’m calling it: front porch weather has arrived. It’s been warm here in South Carolina for a while, but now that we’re wrapping up the new house renovations, I finally have time to relax and enjoy it. While Robert, Olivia, and I are still staying at my parents’ house to finish a few last projects, … Read more

How to create the feeling of a spa bathroom in your own home using these 10 luxury-for-less bathroom decorating ideas. Vanity | Mirror | Floor Tile | Sconces | Candle | Knobs | Faucets | Lavender Some product mentions may include affiliate links; see full disclosure on the original site. Between school parties, family commitments, … Read more

How to set up a home command center using smart solutions to keep mail, schedules, keys, and documents organized for your family every day. For busy households, a kitchen command center can be the single most helpful habit you add to your routine. Whether your days are full of after-school activities or you simply need … Read more

Three everyday household items you can repurpose to make inexpensive throw pillows, plus a quick no-sew method you can do in minutes. I’m not a seamstress—just putting that out there up front. My mom tried to teach me to sew when I was young, but I never quite became friends with the sewing machine. What … Read more

If I had a nickel for every time spray paint saved the day, I would have a lot of nickels. I’ve lost count. On my weekly thrift-store rounds—because frequent visits are how you find the good stuff—I often think, “Spray paint would make that look amazing.” This little vintage Christmas village set I scored for … Read more

Think of this as the alternate ending to our DIY Faux Fireplace story — the version where a small change makes everything feel finished. (I’m still secretly hoping for an alternate ending for Jon Snow on Game of Thrones, too.) Here’s where we picked things up in season two of the Bless’er House Can’t-Leave-Well-Enough-Alone chronicles. … Read more

A curated selection of trim paint colors recommended by interior designers to help you try the contrast trim trend in your own home. Instead of fully “color drenching” a room, many designers are turning to contrasting trim to add drama and personality with less effort and cost. Picture a hallway with chunky wainscoting and trim … Read more

DIY Book Page Botanical Art: Thrifty Large Wall Art for Your Foyer The moment we finished our foyer shiplap wall, I knew I wanted something big to anchor the space — oversized art that would make the entry feel finished. Instead of paying retail for giant framed prints, I hunted for a budget-friendly solution and … Read more

Budget Bathroom Drawer Organization: A Simple, Quick Dollar Store Fix I don’t usually post five times in a week, so this is a bit of a surprise even to me. Today I’m guest-posting over at The Summery Umbrella where I share a very simple, inexpensive organization project that breathed new life into one of our … Read more