How to Create Your Own Color Combinations
If you’re looking for a whole new color palette for your room it’s easy to search Pinterest and come up with all kinds of ideas. But what if you’re not starting from scratch and you just want to know ‘what colors go with what?’ Maybe you...
How to Decorate Like a Pro with Little to No Money – 12 Ideas
Sometimes your budget dictates that you need to spend little to no money on your house projects/decorating. And sometimes you just don’t want to spend a lot of money. This post is for you. (Note that any links provided in this post are non-affiliate) CONTENTS...
How to Take Better Pictures of Your Home: 6 Expert Tips
Part 3 of a 3 Part Series Do you take pictures around your home with your iPhone? Maybe you’re an Instagrammer (that’s me!), or home decor blogger (me again), or perhaps you just like to chronicle your home projects. Everyone loves a good...
Why is my Camera Taking Crummy Pictures – Part 2
Part 2 of a 3 Part Series How Your Camera White Balances If you’re into renovating or working on your home the chances are good that you’ve taken pictures of your projects at some point. You may have found that sometimes your pictures have a funny color...
Installing Ceramic Tile
Tile is a great option, and it can even be cheaper to purchase and install then linoleum – if you install the tile yourself. Do it right and it will last a really long time and it’s a beautiful option. It’s also not that difficult to install, with a...
Welcome! I’m Gail. I believe every home should tell the story of who you are, and that you don’t need mad skills to make that happen. You CAN turn your house into your favorite place on earth with a little elbow grease and know-how.
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