Moms. We are pretty amazing, you know that? We can magically heal imaginary illnesses armed with little more than bandaids and wet washcloths. We can whip up a classroom snack (that we were just told … [Read more...]
What I Learned from Better Homes & Gardens Stylemaker Event 2015
I recently had the privilege of attending the BHG Stylemaker Event in New York City. This was my second time attending and it definitely did not disappoint! The BHG Stylemaker Event is a day-long … [Read more...]
Tips: 10 Homemade Solutions to Everyday Problems
Why buy products off the shelves when we can make our own that work just as well? That is what the world is now asking and the internet is delivering! Here are 10 tried and true homemade solutions to … [Read more...]
Easy No-fuss Screen Time Reward System
My boys are currently 10 and 8 and they LOVE screen time--any kind of screen time. It can be a computer, an iPad, an iPhone, a video game, a stupid television commercial, really anything that moves on … [Read more...]
3 Tips on How to Pay for Home Improvements
I was chatting recently with a few of my decorating-enthusiast friends about which projects we would tackle in our current homes if budget constraints were not an issue. One friend said she would … [Read more...]
How to Save Electronics Damaged by Batteries
I wanted to cry. I had only used my expensive Nikon NISB700 SB-700 Speedlight Shoe Mount Flash* a few times since purchasing and now no matter what I tried it just wouldn't turn on. I had purchased … [Read more...]
Family Photo Tips
Fall is the perfect time of year to capture your outdoor family photos and family portraits! It is also the perfect time to begin thinking about those Christmas card photos. While I fully believe in … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Identify When to Replace Windows and Doors
When we purchased our 100+ year old Victorian, one of the things I was drawn to were all of the gorgeous bay and original stained glass windows. They were time-worn, beautiful, and for practical … [Read more...]
How to Prevent, Control, & Attack Bugs {Indoors and Out}
When you think of neighbors lounging on the front porch, chatting over a glass of sweet tea, you usually think of the south. Many don't know that northern city dwellers share in this tradition, as … [Read more...]
How I Beat Insomnia: A Lesson on Mattresses
Oh precious sleep... No one has to tell us sleep-deprived, busy moms that sleep is important. We all KNOW it is important! But for some reason getting enough sleep often feels like a luxury … [Read more...]
Tip: How to Hang Something Heavy with Minimal Wall Damage
Without fail, whenever I want to hang something heavy on my drywall there is not a stud in that spot to support it. I like to change things up on my walls often, and I detest those plastic wall … [Read more...]
How to Open Rose Buds Instantly
Back in the fall when I was competing in the White Room Challenge with LaZBoy, I had trouble styling my flowers. In my mind's eye, I envisioned dressing the grand room with full and fluffy rose … [Read more...]