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{Taking Some Time Off}

06/19/2013 By Bre

19 Jun

For the last couple weeks I have been toying with the idea of taking a short break from the blog.Denying myself that it is a necessary step during this season in life has only prolonged this post. However, if you have noticed the lack of posts over the past month, you are not alone, the proof is in the pudding! I need a break. I went back and forth for the past couple weeks, because I love sharing all of my latest design obsessions with you, and connecting with all of you! And while projects still take place, and working with clients, I can't help but feel spread a little too thin these days. And unfortunately my family is the one that will suffer, no matter how well I can disguise it, even ... Read More about {Taking Some Time Off}

Yard Sale Furniture Find

06/12/2013 By Bre

12 Jun

Hey guys! Just popping in real quick to share with you my $5 yard sale Furniture Find. Yes you read that right $5 BUCKS! And don't worry I have all the drawers for it :)Who loves a great bargain?! We do!! Ok, you have to know that all the credit goes to the hubby! He is the master bargainer! Seriously, this guy is a pro! And he loves doing it! So I always send him in to do the dirty work when I really love something. If it were me I would either:a.) Offer a lower price, and cower with squinted eyes waiting for them to tell me to go take a hike, or;b.) Squeal with excitement and offer them more than what they are asking for it!Seriously! I am the type of yard sale customer you want, if you ... Read More about Yard Sale Furniture Find

Insta-Life Lately

06/06/2013 By Bre

6 Jun

Hey Everyone! I hope your summer has kicked off to a great start! We have been soaking up the sun as much as possible, including a trip to the beach already! I love the New England coast in the summer. My favorite is driving up Rt. 1 and looking at all the gorgeous houses! I'm here today to share a little collage of what we've been up to lately via Instagram (where you will find me the most, lately), because I can't seem to find the time to get any detailed posts up as of late. I guess that means we are doing a good job enjoying the nice weather, right?!1. So part of the reason I haven't been posting much lately, is we dove head first into landscaping this year. And to avoid getting 5 ... Read More about Insta-Life Lately

This Week’s Top Pins

05/25/2013 By Bre

25 May

I know it's been awhile since I've done a post showing my favorite Pins, so needless to say we are overdo! And since we are on about our 4th day of rain, it only seemed fitting to share some eye candy, for those of us who can't be outside enjoying nice weather right now :)I love everything about this neutral living space.via: Muskoka LivingI love the vintage feel of this home office.via: Tessa & Hans NelemanGreat shelf styling,via: Concept by AnnaS.T.U.N.N.I.N.G.!! Gah... need I say more!via: Bardes InteriorsSuch a serene coastal bedroomvia: House to HomeFantastic take on a classic look in the kitchen, but keeping it fun with texture.via: New England HomeLove the fireplace paneling, and ... Read More about This Week’s Top Pins

DIY Chalkboard Paint

05/22/2013 By Bre

22 May

As some of you might know, we have been plugging away at what seems like the never ending kitchen project. And we haven't even done any major construction projects, like tearing the ceiling down, or swapping out the lights above the sink and island, or changing the countertops. We have, however, been plugging away at phase 1 things, like new paint, plate rack wall, new backsplash, new shelves, and making a focal wall out of DIY chalkboard paint! Which is what I'm going to share with you today. And hopefully as we wrap up the shelves with new corbels this week, I can show you where we are at so far in the rest of the kitchen. ... Read More about DIY Chalkboard Paint

New Paint in the Living Room

05/07/2013 By Bre

7 May

Well, I did it! I know, "Did what", is what you are thinking? And I know some of you are going to be in sheer shock, because what was wrong with the color it was anyways, right?! Well allow me to introduce you to my fleeting thought, that ended up getting stuck in my head, and felt like it was burning a whole through my forehead, so much so that I just had to act upon it, or I was going to drive myself crazy!!!! Still lost? ... Read More about New Paint in the Living Room

A Happy Birthday!

05/02/2013 By Bre

2 May

I promise you I have not disappeared forever! I have a camera with more than 500 photos on it to download and edit, and about 5 posts in the wing not quite finished and ready to go! Needless to say I have had a lot of fun with some projects and clients lately. Including, we put in our plate rack wall, and finally painted the kitchen, and repainted our living room too! I am LOVING the new colors! Can't wait to share with you. But back to today, a little family post, because we have a birthday boy in the house today!Happy 4th Birthday Carter!We can't believe how big you are getting,and everyday act more and more like a big kid,and less and less like the little baby we brought home from ... Read More about A Happy Birthday!

Sneak Peak {Before & After}

04/19/2013 By Bre

19 Apr

Just popping in real quick to share a little Before & After.I know a teaser right,but it has been so much fun to see the transformation take place in this space.I was so excited when my mom starting talking about her desire to want to change herpiano room decor.And even more, shocked, when we started talking paint colors.I will give you all the details with the full reveal,but for now,check out our progress:Before AfterBeforeAfterFirst of all sorry for the blurry cell phone pics,we are still working on a few of the final touches,and then I will be back with a full reveal,but it feels like such a completely different room now.Lots of errands to do today,including ... Read More about Sneak Peak {Before & After}

Blog Work & {your} Sweet Comments

04/15/2013 By Bre

15 Apr

Happy MONDAY Everyone!I'm so excited, because I think we are finally in for "real" spring weather this week! In case you missed it,I had the lovely honor of guest posting atMigonis Homeon Friday, so much fun,and I got to meet some of you for the first time, so glad you stopped by.With that I was made aware, yet again of an issue on the blog :(I will be honest,the technical side of the blog, has me!Seriously, some things I can figure out, easy peasy, right?!And others, not so much.So I'm asking for help! HA Over the next couple days I will be tweaking some things around here to make it easier for you to navigate,and for us to communicate!One of things I already did ... Read More about Blog Work & {your} Sweet Comments

Guest Post over at Migonis Home

04/12/2013 By Bre

12 Apr

Happy Friday!Today you can find me guest posting over atMigonis Home.They just welcomed their new baby girl Elle,into their family.She is precious!So Jen asked me to share a little Home Tour guest post,while most of you have seen some of these photos,I included a few new ones, {like the pic below}So be sure to head over and check it out, and say Hi!Hope you have a great weekend! ... Read More about Guest Post over at Migonis Home

My version of the High / Low Project

04/09/2013 By Bre

9 Apr

While I've been shopping for clients lately,I've managed to find quite a few items,{along with some old favorites}for decorating your house with some {less expensive} look-a-likesfrom some of my favorite places.So today I've compiled quite a few of them on the blogfor you today!Get ready for a little photo overload :)First of all,I just have to say, Target has been knocking it out of the park lately!With so many of these great items to choose from,along with their all time loved favorites,It's easy to add updates to any space.I mean check out this bedding - Hello!One of my go to's from Target has been thislamp base and shade,in their mix & match section.Target : shade-$10.95 ... Read More about My version of the High / Low Project

This Week’s Top Pins

03/23/2013 By Bre

23 Mar

First off, I just have say, Thank You so MUCH for all of your sweet comments,both on here and Facebook from my previous post!It's so comforting to know that I don't always have to act like we have it all together,and that "reality"is familiar state for all of us :)I was so touched by all of your sweet words,and just wanted to express THANKS from the bottom of my heart!Ok,now onto some pretty Pins!I've always loved cedar shake siding, and this one is a show stopper.I dream someday about having a fireplace at the end of our bed,but we would have to do some serious remolding at this house to make that a reality,but it's still nice to dream!via: House BeautifulI really like the serene ... Read More about This Week’s Top Pins