Here’s the washer and dryer update you’ve all been asking for. Yesterday our fabulous front-load washer and dryer arrived — they ended up being floor models because Lowe’s mistakenly sold the ones we had previously purchased. Fortunately, they arrived in excellent condition. The dryer is flawless, and the washer has only a tiny scratch on … Read more
Who has two thumbs and scored a gorgeous crisscross pillow for $2.63? This girl. On a recent trip to Bed Bath & Beyond I struck gold in the clearance bin. I found a beautiful lattice pillow that had been marked down 50% and then reduced again to 75% off the sale price. For just $2.50 … Read more
We’ve used Edgecomb Gray in nearly every room of our home because it’s a warm, inviting, and versatile neutral — a true greige that works in many settings. Designers and DIYers love it for living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens (including cabinets), and even exterior siding. Below we’ll explain why it’s such a dependable choice and where … Read more
Shannon’s recent guest room refresh feels familiar—especially if you’re anything like Sherry—because she completed the makeover while eight and a half months pregnant and spent only $300. Here’s a closer look at the simple, effective update she sent our way. She transformed a large, awkward space above the garage with slanted walls into a warm, … Read more
The other day I turned on the kitchen lights and noticed one of the two pendants above the table wasn’t working. No big deal, right? The previous owners had left a spare bulb since these fixtures take small, uncommon bulbs. I popped it in—and nothing. My quick fix didn’t work. I’m no electrician, but I … Read more
Psst—sorry about yesterday’s truncated post, Reader users. A bad embed caused the cut-off (we prefer to share full posts, so if something appears shortened, you’ve spotted a glitch). We’re painting again today! Not surprised? Neither are we. We’ll have another painting post tomorrow, but for now we wanted to share a house tour that felt … Read more
We all know that deflated feeling when the momentum for a big project or renovation fizzles out. How do you rekindle the excitement or energy you started with? We’ve been facing this at the beach house recently, so we’re sharing five practical tips to fight project fatigue. With spring in full swing and lots of … Read more
We’re still at the beach, but we’ve got an exciting giveaway that DIY fans won’t want to miss. TEKTON Tools is offering one lucky reader a complete toolbox makeover — a bundled collection of their most popular tools valued at more than $1,000. The prize package includes 46 individual tools and sets, ranging from a … Read more
We’ve raved before about how much we love the Kurv—no sponsorships, just genuine enthusiasm—and now we’re thrilled to have found a full-size vacuum that matches it in performance. This new upright truly sucks— in the best way—and when paired with our lightweight, wood-floor-friendly Kurv, pet hair and dust don’t stand a chance. The result: our … Read more
Every so often someone asks where we found the little table in the sunroom, so here are the details on how we made it. We DIYed this table a few years ago using a $7.99 Lack side table from Ikea and the old tabletop from an inexpensive thrift store pedestal we previously salvaged for another … Read more
