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  • A smiling grandmother holding her smiling grown daughter very tightly

    Surprise: The One Thing Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day

    Do you want to get Mom what she really wants for Mothers Day? Read this first: it may surprise you and save you some money, too.

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  • Three decorated taper candles in glass candle holders as part of a centerpiece.

    How To Decorate Candles The Simple Way: With Amazing Results!

    The easiest way to decorate plain candles without glue or Mod Podge. Heat fusion means simple supplies, stunning results, and zero mess!

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  • Close-up of a cluster of white blossoms with numerous petals and dark stamens, set against a clear blue sky. Green leaves peek through the flowers, adding a touch of color to the scene.

    Weekender Newsletter 4/12/25

    Sharing some great blog posts, thoughts of the week and more!

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  • Close-up of a hand holding a handmade flower made of light purple ribbon, resembling a rose. A blurred background shows green and white colors, possibly of another ribbon flower.

    Easy to Make Ric Rac Flowers For Fun Retro Whimsy

    Turn classic ric rac trim into charming dimensional flowers with this quick, beginner-friendly tutorial. Add retro whimsy to pillows and more!

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  • A woven basket holds a gray rabbit statue surrounded by lush green foliage and small white flowers. Three colored eggs—yellow, pink, and blue—sit nestled among the greenery.

    Weekender Newsletter + Shopping With Friends 4/5/24

    Sharing some great blog posts, including lessons learned from an epic fail and more!

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  • A lamp with a textured white base is next to a framed landscape painting. The artwork depicts trees and fields with a textured, colorful style. The scene includes a few people walking in the distance. A small plant is partially visible on the right.

    The Best DIY Float Mount Art: Professional Framing at Home

    Create the illusion of floating artwork with this simple DIY technique. Use shadow effects to showcase special pieces and freshen your art.

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  • Heart-shaped wooden pieces with varied pastel colors and patterns are arranged on a decorative metal tray with a brown wooden background. The tray features intricate cut-out details around its edges.

    Weekender Newsletter 3/29/25

    Sharing some great blog posts, thoughts of the week and more!

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  • A wooden tray on a marble surface showcases a stunning floral arrangement featuring pink and white flowers with lush green leaves. Nearby, white and blue china, a sugar pot, and utensils complete the scene. The setup glows in natural light streaming through the window, with subtle fake flower tips enhancing its beauty.

    Mix Real and Artificial Flowers in One Great Floral Arrangement

    Elevate your decor with the ultimate flower arranging trick: mix fresh and faux blooms for stunning, budget-friendly arrangements.

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  • A kitchen shelf displays stacked white plates and bowls, a decorative plate with a bird illustration, and a small potted plant. The marble backsplash adds a textured background.

    Weekender Newsletter 3/22/25

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  • A bouquet of pale pink and white ranunculus flowers with green leaves graces the left, while a single stem of lifelike white hydrangea stands on the right. The background features a soft, light hue, offering subtle inspiration for fake flower tips.

    All the Best Artificial Flower Secrets You Need to Know

    Discover insider tips for artificial flowers that actually look real! From styling tips to cleaning hacks, you’ll elevate your faux florals.

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  • Crushed Granite vs. Pea Gravel Patio: Which to Love?

    Crushed Granite vs. Pea Gravel Patio: Which to Love?

    Crushed granite patios are THE thing! Yes, you can DIY one! With proper prep and planning, pros & cons. All found here!

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  • Brick Posts under construction with a lot of work debris around

    How To Add New Brick Fence and Makeover a Railing

    See how we made over our patio, adding brick fence pillars to match the house columns and updating the black iron railing.

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  • Two adirondack chairs with pillows and pumpkins and a large flower pot arrangement sitting on the finished DG patio

    How To Install a Beautiful Decomposed Granite Patio

    Expand your outdoor living space with a beautiful decomposed granite patio. Yes you can DIY it. All the info is right here! If you’re new here, a hearty “welcome”! We are in the midst of a Blog Post Super Series — Our Backyard Makeover. I am sharing all that we have done since we first…

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  • Closeup of completed Stone steps and wall surrounded with soil and construction materials

    How To Build Natural Stone Retaining Wall And Steps

    Here’s the best way to build a strong retaining wall with steps. All of natural stone for timeless style and that won’t degrade!

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