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Random thoughts on a sunny Saturday: 1. My favorite flowers just showed up at the garden center. I wait all year for the Dipladenias to arrive. We buy them every April and they bloom(with proper watering) through September. Dipladenia and Mandevilla are cousins (except I think Dipladenia is cuter). 2. It has been storming here in Texas. Thunderstorms and lightning and hail. Someone posted grapefruit size hail on social. Yikes. 3. We are all about the NFL draft here. Zack and my husband haven’t missed a round yet. Are y’all watching? 4. It was an amazing week on the blog....

Do you have a favorite room on the internet? If so, have you ever wanted to replicate it, even slightly, so your home can feel the way you feel when you look at that photo? I think we design enthusiasts all suffer from a little design envy. We are bombarded with perfectly styled rooms daily which can be inspiring but perhaps at times, a little disheartening. I have definitely asked myself, “Why can’t my home look like that?” too many times to count which is of course AMAZING for my mental health :). If you have ever felt that way,...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Photography by Emily Dorio; Design by Kate Hayes As much as summer is about pool parties, backyard barbecues, and long hikes, it’s also a time when pesky insects come out in full force. Whether it’s the buzzing mosquitoes, swarms of gnats, or an army of ants, these little critters can quickly kill the vibe outside—at least, in certain areas of the country. According to a recent study by the lawn care company TruGreen, some cities may have it worse than others this year. The...

Leather is a popular material for various products and accessories. So it can be a beneficial type of craft for handmade artisans to master. If you’re looking for leather projects to add to your online store or handmade business collection, here are some to consider. What Can I Make From Leather? There are various fashion and decor items that you can make with leather. Some popular products include leather cuffs, purses, wallets, and keychains. DIY Leather Projects: How To Begin Your Crafts If you’re thinking of creating new, fashionable products using leather, here are some steps to take. Inspiration Start...

Hi friend!  Welcome to a brand new week!  We had a heck of a weekend, kicking it off with a date night Thursday, celebrating Ali-Shaun’s birthday on Friday, two of my good friends were in town staying with me, we had my daughter’s baseball game and my son’s championship track meet, plus my nephew’s birthday party! We are so proud of our school’s track team. Both the boys’ and girls’ took home the championship trophy!  The kids worked their tails off this season and are thrilled with the victory! The end of April and May seem like the busiest months...