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You are ready for summer.

If there are days where you feel  your body is too tired to fill the room with laughter and good stories in the way  your heart wants to.  it is okay  to not be all you feel you have to be for everyone,  and to focus on breathing,  and being,  knowing that even when you are quieter and your smile comes a little slower you are not empty  you are not any less significant You are a traveler on a journey who is simply in need  of rest in the arms of the kind of peace where she is free  to just be.    -Morgan Harper Nichols        I wonder if most of us feel the pressure to...

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Our top 10!

   We’re all moving toward a similar goal - we want our homes to be comfortable and refreshing. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve realized quickly that your kids, pets, and busy schedule makes it feel impossible to achieve that.   You might be limited financially. You may not have the bandwidth to make huge changes. You might not know where to begin.     Declutter regularly: Keep surfaces clear of unnecessary items to create a sense of space and cleanliness - PRO TIP: get decorative baskets for shoes, toys, etc. Use timeless furniture: Invest in pieces that will last over the years and work with any style changes in your home!   Embrace neutral colors: Opt for neutral...

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The best secrets!

We’re convinced that decor doesn’t need to be complicated.   I think when we see perfect instagram homes, often times we think “ I’ll never be able to do that” and then walk into the design process feeling defeated, intimidated, or both.   Here’s the good news, we don’t have perfect homes - we have functional homes that match our needs and aesthetic preferences.   And we’d love to share some of our tips with you.    Oh the dreaded side table (one of the most common “trouble” areas for our clients and customers).   Here’s the thing - we ALWAYS talk about the rule of 3’s. Whenever you’re decorating a table, a shelf, a mantle, etc, we suggest using...

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I promise.

I promise you   I’ve said those words to myself so many times - especially at the start of new years.   I promise I’ll get back on track (whatever that means). I promise I’ll read my bible more. I promise I’ll stick to a cleaning schedule. I promise I’ll  do more meal planning. I promise I’ll workout. I promise.   I promise.   I promise.   Every single one of those promises was made with the best intentions, but the worst follow through.   You’re probably wondering, “Whitney, where are you going with this?”   I’ll tell you what’s tricky about making promises to ourselves and not following through:   we lose trust in our own ability to achieve...

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All about your walls

I receive a lot of questions about wall decor.  Most people fall into one of these categories (or multiple):You have a very large wall and you’re stumped on how to decorate it. You have small or uniquely shaped walls and don’t know what to do with them. You’re on a budget but are desperate to freshen up your space.  If you identify with any of these, keep reading!  Large walls can be extremely difficult to decorate, so we understand your struggle! The type of wall decor you choose greatly depends on your style. If you’re more of a minimal decorator, you can use larger pieces like mirrors, clocks, signs, or wall tarps to fill the space. For those of you that like a...

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