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Seasonal foods for fall this year include stunning pears pictured here on a linen cloth with a basket of flowers behind it. Seasonal foods I’ve been enjoying this fall
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Seasonal foods I’ve been enjoying this fall

October 28, 2022October 21, 2022 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Today I thought I’d talk about one of my favorite subjects: food. It gives us life, nourishes our body and mind, and ties us to some of our fondest memories–creating little moments of nostalgia and an overall feeling of comfort.

Gift giving tips include thought and car win wrapping the gift as this one is wrapped in plain gift wrapping, tied with twine, and has dried eucalyptus leaves tucked into it. holiday gift giving tips | give great gifts every time
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holiday gift giving tips | give great gifts every time

October 26, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Discover the art of giving great gifts every time. These holiday gift giving tips are a life-saver when you just can’t figure out what to give someone. Whether for a distant relative or a spouse, these tips will help you every single time!

An inexpensive raised garden bed is filled with dirt and sitting near two other raised beds. How to Build an INEXPENSIVE Raised Garden Bed
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How to Build an INEXPENSIVE Raised Garden Bed

October 23, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly5 Comments

Learn how to build an inexpensive raised garden bed using fence pickets. At only about $20 per garden bed, this method will give you the cedar beds you’ve been dreaming of for a fraction of the cost.

Baking soda, paint brushes, and paints lay on a table. the world is better when you take care of yourself
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the world is better when you take care of yourself

October 21, 2022October 14, 2022 Tara Kelly4 Comments

This week, after a yoga session, a quote was shared with the class. “When you’re taking care of yourself, you’re making the world a better place" ...

A DIY eucalyptus Christmas wreath is decorated with greenery and bright red holly berries. DIY Eucalyptus Christmas Wreath
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DIY Eucalyptus Christmas Wreath

October 19, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly4 Comments

Discover the art of crafting an easy, unique DIY Christmas wreath for your home this season. This festive and practical winter wreath idea can even be used all season long, well past the holidays. Perfect for displaying on an interior wall or an exterior door in a cabin, cozy cottage, or farmhouse.

A wooden bowl has candles and napkins lying in it after a woman learns how to bleach wood decor with Clorox. How to Bleach Wood Decor with Clorox
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How to Bleach Wood Decor with Clorox

October 16, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly3 Comments

Learning how to bleach wood decor with Clorox is easier than you think. See how I transform a cheap second-hand platter to make a neutral piece that looks perfect in any space. This tutorial will walk you through the entire process.

Several paint swatches are arranged on an office desk. Color palettes I’m loving this fall
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Color palettes I’m loving this fall

October 14, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly3 Comments

Learn how to make your very own color palettes with this easy guide with exercises to ignite the creative inside you.

Apple cinnamon crumb cake is sliced and served on a blue china saucer. Apples, amber bottles of flowers, and the casserole dish with more cake is directly behind it. Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake
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Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake

October 12, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly4 Comments

You can’t go wrong with this Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake. Baked to perfection with a crumb topping and cinnamon notes throughout, it’s somewhere between an apple and coffee cake. This delectable dessert may just have to be served as breakfast on some days with all of its cozy flavors.

A DIY outdoor fairy garden has lights surrounding it on a patio. DIY Outdoor Fairy Garden
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DIY Outdoor Fairy Garden

October 9, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly4 Comments

Discover the art of making a DIY outdoor fairy garden curated just for your space. Using just a handful of items, you’ll create an enchanting fairy garden for all to enjoy.

A paint is mixed up in a glass jar. Yoga for Creativity
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Yoga for Creativity

October 7, 2022September 30, 2022 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Today, I am sharing a hobby of mine that turned into something more than expected. After years of practicing yoga, on and off, I’ve discovered one more benefit to keeping a regular yoga routine.

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I’m Tara Kelly, recently married to the love of my life—Adrian—and on a quest to longevity, vitality, and overall a simpler way of living. I’m also a first-time homeowner turning our 1950s ranch-style house into a cottage fit just for us. Read more...

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