a home decor blog, making it pretty one space at a time
Ever dream of adding a charming banquette to your dining nook—without hiring a carpenter or spending a fortune? Let me show you an easy and affordable way to do just that with this Ikea hack banquette seating skirted project! Using a $50 IKEA Kallax bookcase, I created a built-in-style bench that features hidden storage, a soft upholstered cushion, and a… Read More
If you’re feeling uninspired by your all-white kitchen, you’re not alone. While white kitchens are timeless and clean, they can sometimes feel a little… safe. Today, I’m walking you through exactly how to add color to a white kitchen using simple, budget-friendly DIY projects that make a major impact — all without a full renovation. From pink-painted cabinets to charming… Read More
The Lenox Spice Village collection is a charming set of 24 ceramic spice jars shaped like miniature houses. Many collectors are getting their new Lenox Spice Village houses and looking for a stylish way to display them. While the original Lenox Spice Village shelf from 1989 is perfect, its $300+ price tag is not. Luckily, you can make a beautiful… Read More
Seven weeks & two days ago, we started demo on our kitchen. The kitchen was cute, but the cabinets had major termite damage. And functionally, there was much lacking- no dishwasher or disposal. And since we needed a drying rack, there was barely any countertop space. So we decided for a fresh start! And my goodness, I love it! Here’s… Read More
In June of 2021 I completed my kitchen renovation and selected the BESPOKE refrigerator as one of the first elements that I designed the whole room around. Since I’ve had it for a few months, I thought I’d write a Samsung BESPOKE fridge review in case anyone else is considering this appliance. I’ll go over features, pros and cons, and… Read More
When we recently redid our kitchen, I left one wall blank because I knew I wanted a diy plate rack wall. These are great because they’re easy and affordable to build. A plate rack is also a nice way to display dishes when you don’t have much space. While a china cabinet is beautiful, it takes a lot of room…. Read More
