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    Back to School with Dollar General

    .. Thank you Dollar General for sponsoring this post!  The opinions expressed in this post are my own. I cannot believe I’m planning for our oldest to start “big school”, kindergarten. I knew this time would quickly come, so I thought I would share how I am planning for the upcoming school year from school shopping on a budget to bedtime routines!  Leave it to me to lose my daughters school supply list!  Lucky for me, Dollar General has a tool called teacher’s list that makes it easy for Moms and Dads to find your schools supply list on DG website. Just enter your zip code and select your  school.…

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    Guest bathroom before and AFTER

    . Thank you Build.com for sponsoring this post! I have been so excited to share this project with you all!  We did this guest bathroom renovation on a budget and couldn’t be happier with the results.  As in “we” I mean our amazing contractor + his team!  One thing that was super important to us was our shower system.  It is one of the items we didn’t want to skimp on in here.  We found the perfect shower system from Build.com.  We chose to shop with Build.com because of the versatility of product selections, finishes, and anything “on trend”.  They also showcase top brands newest selections.  We chose the Signature Hardware…

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    “Boob light” replacement options

    Did you know that simply changing out a light fixture in your space can change the whole look and feel of the room?  Replacing those dated boob lights has been so popular lately with my design clients!  I thought I would share some GORGEOUS budget friendly options with you all!  Most styles you’ll see are well under $100 each + some being under $50 😱! (The links below are affiliate links.  I make a small commission off each sale.  No extra cost to you 😉) [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3578025″] Now, let’s get rid of those boob lights!!  What area in your home needs a new light?  

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    Outdoor DIY curtains

    I had so many questions about our outdoor curtains, so I thought I would share a quick post.  I decided to simply use drop cloths because, well they are not expensive.  I wasn’t sure I wanted curtains but after trying the drop cloths I love the look!  Here’s what I did: I bought two 6×9 drop cloths, I washed and dried them (I would wash and dry, otherwise they STINK and shed).  I layed them down flat and simply cut them down the middle, long ways. So each panel is 3’ wide.  Then I folded over the top about 21”. I used the curtain ring clips to hold each panel.…

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    Outdoor porch refresh

    You guys!  I’ve been so excited about revamping our front porch area!  I cannot  wait to share this process and products with you guys.  This space is still a work in progress but it’s coming together so good!  Here’s a before! I found this rattan sofa and chair off of Facebook marketplace for a steal!  Our porch is so long and it’s hard to “fill” the space.  I wanted to use this set for a cozy seating area on one end, then maybe a swing on the opposite end. I’m a sucker for a swing and I think I found the perfect one for this space! Let’s get to the…

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    Traditional meets Modern living room

    I thought it would be fun to share a few client design boards with product sources.  So, if you are searching for traditional-modern living room decor, this is the blog post for you!  I am huge on mixing styles + I’m loving navy and gold.  My client has a beautiful navy accent wall (the back wall with french doors is navy) so keep that in mind as you view the space plan and design board: Shop this look using the affiliate links here: [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3473706″]  

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    Hottest lighting styles for 2019 (budget + non budget)

    I thought it would be helpful if I shared some of the hottest lighting trends for 2019!  You will see budget lighting and a few non budget!  I covered every area in your home so if you’re looking for any type of lighting I should have something here for you!  Below you will see categories of lighting, but don’t be afraid to mix and match!  I see a lot of “foyer fixtures” in dining areas.  *The links below are affiliate links* Floor lamps and table lamps [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440641″] Common areas [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440663″] Living room/bedroom [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440670″] Dining room [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440683″] Kitchen [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440693″] Bathroom [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440699″] Foyer [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3440703″] I…

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    Budget Shopping Tips

    Hey!  It’s me!  Sporadic blogging again!  Several of you have requested for me to share a few budget shopping tips!  I rarely buy resale anymore because you can buy NEW when you shop clearance!     Here’s a few of my tips: Shop off season-I buy for my girls off season!  So, I buy summer clothes in the dead center of winter!  Actually, for Christmas the girls got several items in their Santa sack for summer! Check clearance section every time you are in store rather you’re looking for something or not.  My most amazing deals are usually when I’m not in a rush to find something! Do this same…

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    Dining room chairs makeover with Spray paint

    We have had our dining room chairs for like 6m now!  I’m so sorry I’m just getting around to sharing how I shopped for our chairs + how I made them new again!  A tip I share with my clients is to shop resale sites, thrift stores, Facebook marketplace FIRST!  We didn’t want to spend $100s of dollars on our dining chairs so I started searching Facebook marketplace!  I found a solid wood table with FIVE chairs for $40!  STEAL!  Now, they were not even close to what I had in mind but with that price, I thought, I’ll make this work ;).  Let me show you the chairs BEFORE…

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    Wood wall hook set

    I bet when I told you I was a sporadic blogger you didn’t believe me?!? Hello again!  It’s been a few months since I’ve shared a budget friendly diy with you all. I have been searching for an option to hang our daughters bath towels on the wall in their bathroom, one they can reach..  (we want them to hang them and not throw them in the floor for mommy to get later)..  I found these affordable accordion wood hook rack!  Two for $5!  They are linked here: They came unfinished so I added a thin coat of stain.  I used the minwax dark walnut color.  So so easy +…