New Windows!
When I am in our house, I want it to be light, bright and airy. In fact, even in the daytime I will turn as many lights on in the house just to get this affect. My husband has a... Continue reading →
Kitchen/Living Space Remodel – Phase 2
Well we did it. We took on the biggest project to date; opening up the load bearing wall that divides our kitchen and living room. Nathaniel and I did this all ourselves. We planned it for months, meticulously drew out... Continue reading →
Kitchen/Living Space Remodel – Phase 1
For a while now, Nathaniel and I have been wrestling with our plans for our next renovation project on the house. We really want to start work on the exterior of the home (new windows and siding), but also like... Continue reading →
Green Grass and a Picket Fence
For one reason or another, I have always loved being outside in the sunshine. I especially love wide open fields and green grass that allows for fun games of catch or soccer or frisbee or just a good ol’ fashion... Continue reading →
Refinished Round Kitchen Table
When Nathaniel and I first moved in together many years ago, we bought some new furniture that was more modern than anything. It worked well for us, but after we moved into our current home our furniture didn’t quite fit... Continue reading →
Kitchen Tile Countertop Refresh
One of the last original items in our 1950’s house is the green kitchen tile countertops. Surprisingly, they have held up through the years and are in pretty decent condition. But, that’s not to say I wouldn’t love beautiful granite... Continue reading →
Fireplace Update
One of the things we really loved about our house was the fireplace. Just to have one is really cool. Does it work currently? No. But does it work to hold Christmas stockings during the holiday season? Definitely. And in... Continue reading →