Spring Bag
It seems that every year, about this time, I start itching to get a new bag for Spring. I got a new bag last November that I still like, but…
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Mama’s Got a Brand New Bag
The tote bag I’ve been carrying for months is so cute, but too impractical for my current lifestyle- that being a mommy lifestyle. Since I don’t use a diaper bag…
Our Breakfast Room
When designing our home, I dreamed of a little breakfast room with a window where we could enjoy our weekend mornings, lingering over the table with a cup of coffee…
The Shutters are Coming, The Shutters are Coming!
Ordering blinds and shutters for our home was one of the last things we did before moving in. I had only a short time to decide what we were going…
Banquette
Something about banquette seating just says relaxed and comfortable to me. I love it paired with unique chairs and patterned cushions. I originally wanted this in our home, but didn’t…
Sneak Peek Inside (Second Floor)
Come on upstairs: As you make your way upstairs, you first find the Laundry Room (installing jewlery harware!): To the left is the Nursery: And Nursery Bathroom: Across from the…
Almost Home
The house has been under construction for about 6 months and here is what it looked like in early June 2010. And look! We have a tree! Actually, two trees! The…
Taking Shape
Oooh, I think I can see a house forming now! In February 2010: Better hurry, baby’s almost here! The stairs are gonna be so cool. Behind us is the powder…
Style Saturday
After James was born and I began to venture out of the house again (albeit in short trips) with him in tow, I quickly realized how much stuff you need…
Strong foundation
It was so exciting to see the foundation poured. It’s suddenly like, wow, there is really going to be a house here. OUR house! This was such an exciting time…
Our own dirt
Our decision to build a house was due in large part to our relationship with our friend and builder, Chris Bolio. Chris had a lot (about 7100 square feet) with an…