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saved from sad beige! mcm mccoy restoration

Another piece of furniture saved from the dull embrace of beige paint! 🌈🙌🏻 Now, let me tell you, there's absolutely nothing wrong with paint! But when it comes to certain pieces, like this McCoy dresser, preserving the natural beauty of the wood is essential. I snagged this gem for $120, and boy, am I glad I did!

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from chaos to chic: the epic transformation of this mid century modern drexel “profile” sideboard!

Now this Drexel Profile Credenza/Sideboard was in ROUGH shape. I found it on Facebook marketplace for $50, but it could retail for upwards of $2,000, so I knew I needed to at least attempt a restoration…. what’s the worst that could happen? Haha! There was a massive chunk missing from one side and the top was all scratched up. It almost seemed like it was outside in a shed somewhere used as a workbench… but I saw the potential!

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my sustainable style: renting designer clothes for cheap!

Hey there, my sustainable trendsetters! I've got a fashion secret that's too good not to share. Imagine strutting into every event wearing designer threads without a hefty price tag. Well, spoiler alert: it's not a dream; it's Rent The Runway! Join me as I spill the deets on how I've been turning heads at different events without burning a hole in my wallet.

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furniture flip: how to white wash with wax!

Here’s how I brought this outdated, orange chest into this beautiful pottery barn look-a-like coastal white-washed chest! an easy, budget friendly DIY tutorial using just a little bit of wax :)

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furniture flip: restoring a MCM mainline hooker dresser!

What’s up friends! It’s been a minute since I hopped on here to fully break down a furniture flip for you, so let’s get into it! I picked up this Mainline Hooker Walnut Veneer dresser with one matching nightstand a few weeks ago from an estate sale… the same estate sale I found the Mainline Hooker floating desk at… you know, the one with the prison letters in it.

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diy: budget friendly slat walls

A budget-friendly DIY slat accent wall can be created using materials that are affordable and easily available. Here are some steps to consider:

Use wood scraps or plywood to create the slats.

Cut the slats to size using a circular saw & rip cut

Sand the edges and surfaces of the slats to remove any rough spots.

Leave the wood in its natural state, or apply a clear coat or light stain to enhance its natural beauty.

Hang the slats one by one, using a level to ensure they are straight.

Secure each slat to the wall using brad nailer.

Repeat the process until all the slats are attached to the wall.

This project is easy to complete and does not require advanced carpentry skills. The materials required for a budget-friendly DIY slat accent wall include wood, a saw, insulation foam sandpaper, a level, brad nails.

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decor: h&m home finds

H&M not only has the best basics when it comes to clothing- but home decor as well. Known for their modern and neutral style, they also have started adding some funky trends into their line. If you have been sleeping on their home decor, consider this your sign to remember them next time you’re refreshing a space! Not only are they super affordable with their pricing, the quality of H&M's products is top notch. I have curated a list of my favorite finds from their launch this week for you.

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new year, new target home decor!

Happy New Year friends! I don't think I’m alone when it comes to having the strong urge to purge my home after the holidays have come and gone and the new year has arrived. I spent the week between Christmas and the New Year decluttering and one of my resolutions for the year is to be more intentional about what I bring into and keep in our home. Nothing inspires me to clean and organize quite like new home decor and furniture. Join me in refreshing your space! Sell or donate what you have, and check out these amazing new pieces exclusively online from Target.

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let’s talk christmas trees!!!

20 days till Christmas!!! Every year I am always so last minute when it comes to decorating for Christmas and it's always half-assed. Last year we decided to get a Christmas Lego set instead of a tree because we were going to travel so much over the Holidays we wouldn't be able to enjoy it! But this year, we finally invested in a tree - a 9 foot King Flock with 1100 warm LED lights from King of Christmas. I had no idea what to expect, it was literally our first ever adult tree!

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antropologie holiday must haves

I can’t believe Thanksgiving is already over! That means if you haven't already started decorating for Christmas, you're about to! Every year before I begin decking the halls, I get out all my decor and purge anything that is no longer serving me. This could be out of date decor, things I just don’t love anymore, and anything broken or worn. Sell what you can and donate the rest! This helps so much with the overwhelm of pulling out and going through tons and tons of boxes of Christmas decorations. And what better excuse to shop for more decorations, than getting rid of some?

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black friday: for the kitchen

There are some crazy good deals going on right now for Black Friday! Christmas is the perfect time of year to upgrade your small kitchen appliances & cookware. Walmart is showing off this year with their selection and sales and I have gathered some of my favorites for you. These would make perfect gifts for newlyweds, house-warming parties, siblings, in-laws, or yourself. Don’t wait… a lot of things have already gone out of stock once and likely will again!

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gift guide: the dog lover

If you have a dog, chances are they are your best friend and you already love to spoil them on Christmas! These gift ideas are practical, cute, functional & affordable. Purchase them for your furry bestie, yourself, or a fellow dog lover.

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thanksgiving: must have decor!

For those of you who don't skip straight to Christmas immediately after Halloween… (no judgment if you do- do you, boo.) This post is for you! Maybe eight weeks of Christmas decor is too much for you. Maybe you're hosting Thanksgiving this year and want to keep it neutral. Either way, there is some beautiful Thanksgiving decor out there and I have curated a list of some of my favorites to style in your entryway, on your mantle, or anywhere else in the home that could use a festive touch.

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gift guide: the diy-er

So I was going to wait a bit closer until the holidays to post my gift guides, but then I saw my #1 gift recommendation drop from $280 to $198. It’s a kit that includes 6 awesome power tools with an interchangeable battery. These are the same HART battery operated power tools I use everyday during my furniture flips and DIY projects!

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everything you need to host this years friendsgiving!

Friendsgiving is such a sweet tradition to start if you haven't already. What better way to show your friends you love and appreciate them than preparing food and creating a cozy evening to enjoy each other's company? If hosting such a gathering sounds intimidating to you, I have created a list of items for the perfect Friendsgiving! Just add food, friends & wine! ;)

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part two: fretwork! master bedroom makeover

I began searching “wall panels” on Lowes, and found Ekena Millwork! They’re a relatively small company based out of Texas. They do everything from ceiling medallions (which I didn’t even know were a thing), molding, trim, etc. They also make this super fancy fretwork, in a whole bunch of cool designs that you can order in different colors and sizes. The one that caught my eye was the Manchester design - it’s a bunch of tiny squares that give a grid like appearance.

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part one: master bedroom makeover

So, as you may or may not know, I recently gave my master bedroom an extreme makeover! I’m so happy with how it came out, and it really feels like we are living in an AirBNB. Here is part one, light fixtures!

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