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A lavender wreath DIY is hung outside a white door. Lavender & Eucalyptus Wreath DIY | How to Make a Lavender Wreath
DIY · Home & Garden

Lavender & Eucalyptus Wreath DIY | How to Make a Lavender Wreath

March 19, 2023March 9, 2023 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Discover the beauty of making a DIY lavender wreath this season. With just a few supplies and pointers, you’ll learn how to make a lavender wreath that’ll last for many seasons to come.

A DIY rustic wood candle holder is set up on a table near flowers. Rustic DIY Wood Candle Holder
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Rustic DIY Wood Candle Holder

March 8, 2023March 2, 2023 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Come see how I make these rustic DIY wood candle holders in four easy steps. This centerpiece makes the perfect seasonal decor for your tabletop any time of year.

A cottagecore living room offers many ideas for decorating, showing a blanket ladder next to a couch. DIY Home Renovation Tips You Need
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DIY Home Renovation Tips You Need

February 26, 2023February 23, 2023 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Join me today for the best DIY home renovation tips. I’m sharing all the tips you didn’t know you needed based on my experience renovating our 1950s home. Read these for a smoother, easier renovation process.

A DIY ceiling medallion is shown on a grey wash ceiling above a chandelier. Easy $2 DIY Ceiling Medallion
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Easy $2 DIY Ceiling Medallion

February 12, 2023February 12, 2023 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Discover how to make the easiest DIY ceiling medallion that will fool everyone into thinking you had it custom made by a professional. Complete this project in an afternoon and enjoy it for years to come.

A DIY pine cone bird feeder is laying near a cup of birdseed and pine cones. DIY Pine Cone Bird Feeder
DIY · Recipes

DIY Pine Cone Bird Feeder

February 8, 2023February 2, 2023 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Learn how to make easy DIY pine cone bird feeders perfect for the wildlife in your backyard. Such a fun craft activity for a winter day!

Different paint finishes are shown in a straight view of a sage green living room in a midwest cottage. Different Paint Finishes | How to Choose a Paint Finish
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Different Paint Finishes | How to Choose a Paint Finish

February 5, 2023February 2, 2023 Tara Kelly3 Comments

Learn the secret to selecting the right paint sheen each and every time. This easy guide will show you all the different paint finishes with scenarios in which you’d use each one of them.

A homemade all-purpose cleaner is shown in a glass bottle. Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner
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Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

February 1, 2023January 26, 2023 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Learn how to make a simple homemade all-purpose cleaner for your home. I love to use this natural DIY cleaner for just about everything in my house. It’s a keeper!

Visualizing My Dream Kitchen
DIY · Home & Garden

Visualizing My Dream Kitchen

January 27, 2023January 19, 2023 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Today I thought I would share about what I'm visualizing for our dream kitchen that will hopefully be complete in the spring...

A cottage-style master bedroom is painted pink with blue curtains and white bedding. We finished our bedroom ceiling, finally…
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We finished our bedroom ceiling, finally…

January 20, 2023January 12, 2023 Tara Kelly4 Comments

Today I thought I would update you on what we’ve been working on around the house.

Homemade Valentine's Day cards are lined up in a row with gold leaves, faux flowers, and ribbon. Homemade Valentine’s Day Cards
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Homemade Valentine’s Day Cards

January 15, 2023January 12, 2023 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Gather round to learn the art of making homemade Valentine’s Day cards. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you won’t want to miss out on this darling craft activity.

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    I recently married the love of my life, Adrian, and we’re on a journey to a simpler way of living. I’m turning our 1950s ranch-style house into a cottage fit just for us.

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