Make a Stylish Planter in Just 10 Minutes – Simple DIY Tutorial
This project is perfect for renters, beginners, or anyone looking to add greenery without spending a lot of time or money.Looking for an easy 10-minute DIY planter project? Here’s an easy way to add a little bit of whimsy to your house plants in a planter.Right about the time March turned into April a mama bird built a nest in...
10 Budget-Friendly Ways to Give Your Kitchen a Fresh New Look
Tired of your outdated kitchen but don’t want to spend a fortune? These affordable ideas will refresh your space in no time.Did you know that not all kitchen decorating needs to be expensive? Here are some simple tips and ideas on how to update a kitchen on a budget.Kitchens can be a little overwhelming. You want to have a kitchen...
Budget-Friendly Guide: How to Paint Plywood Floors Like a Pro
Looking for a cost-effective way to upgrade your flooring? Painting your plywood floors can give them a clean, modern look—without the expense of hardwood or tile.If you’ve ever wondered how to paint plywood floors? This is the post for you. Here’s how we painted the floors and how they held up a gear later.|| rug || bench || tassel throw...
Creative Ways to Cover a Doorless Closet (No Renovation Needed!)
Closets without doors can look messy—but with a few smart solutions, you can easily turn them into a stylish part of your room.Wondering how to cover a closet without doors? I have the perfect affordable solution for an oversized or undersized closet opening without doors.This is a vintage picture of Whitney’s room circa 2018.It’s actually a picture of her doorless...
Top 5 Easy Ways to Make Any Room Feel Extra Cozy and Inviting
Feeling like your space lacks warmth? Whether it's your bedroom or living room, these five tips will help you transform it into a cozy haven.”Looking for ideas to warm up a space and make it even more welcoming? Here are five things you can do to make any space cozier.You know I am all about my house.I would marry it...
PROJECTS How to Build a Giant Abacus
Want a fun DIY project to try out? This step-by-step guide on how to make a giant abacus is easy to follow and comes together fast. Okay—I know what you are thinking. You just saw this room last week. If you missed it, you can see it here. But in all my rush to share the new quilt I found...
DIYs The Vintage Find I Never Even Knew I Needed
There I was minding my own business on a beach vacation. Trying to decide if I should go down to the beach or read a book and just look at the ocean. And then? In the middle of all that sunshine? The birds started chirping and the clouds shimmered and sand fleas danced and the oceans sang the halleluiah chorus....
TIPS Look Who Is Shopping For a New House
If you have been following this blog for more than a hot minute, you’ve seen this living room before. I grew up in this living room. Oh, the stories these walls could tell. Years and years and years of holidays and laughter and conversations and generations of family celebrations. About seven years ago, we bought back the house...
TIPS 9 Mistakes To Avoid When Styling a Bookcase
Does decorating a bookshelf seem overwhelming? No worries. Here are 9 mistakes to avoid when styling a bookcase. In case you were wondering? I am the BIGGEST MISTAKE MAKER EVER. You might read this blog and think —that KariAnne—she has it going on. Ummm. {gulp} Truth? I MAKE MISTAKES ALL THE TIME. Yep. All. The. Time. Now don’t get me...
CHRISTMAS Blue and White Fall Decor With Vintage Finds
Have you discovered in this life that there are friends and then? There are FRIENDS. You know. FRIENDS that make you banana bread and bring it by your house with coffee because you had a bad day. FRIENDS that know you love to play mahjong and they learn the game just for you. FRIENDS that know you don’t really cook...