Hey everybody! I willingly skipped Modernism Week (!) for a relaxing weekend in Santa Cruz with my guy and a good concert instead. I have conflicting loyalties and the songs won out this time. Thanks Grandparents for the break!! We were wondering what other people do on their weekends away because we usually take in a band or two (hello … More Goodbye Guest Room, Hello Separate Sibling Rooms
Things are nearing completion and it feels darn good. The 70’s green floral wallpaper has been removed on one wall and replaced with grasscloth on the other, the putty walls and ceiling have been painted white, and I settled on the wood clock, nailing a second hole into the wall. Although it looks quite similar to the old room … More Dining Room Freshness
For years I thought I was this one thing (a frugal relaxed camper), but turns out I’m this other thing (a snobby hotel vacationer). I was confused because I hoard cute things. Long ago, before I should be thinking about such adult matters, I decided I wanted an old travel trailer BAD. Specifically a late 50’s/early 60’s Shasta. They … More The Pros and Cons of Owning a Vintage Trailer
Our kiddos have shared a room since forever. Well, as soon as they each moved out of our bed; we are total baby/toddler co-sleepers. We’ve always had the space to put them in separate rooms but I love the benefits of shared rooms, especially in the younger years. They have a built in buddy (so helpful … More The Kids’ Shared Room
This bookshelf. Two things about it: 1. Books sorted by color are for sellouts – And I am a sellout. My sister teases me for color coordinating my books, and I fully deserve it. I like to think I have a decent dose of integrity. But in this case, I am 100% sure I will look back on … More Deep Bookshelf Thoughts
I’m bringing back the den. Homes these days with their studies, studios, media rooms, “man caves” (let me swallow the throw up in my mouth), offices, bonus rooms, finished basements, play rooms, blah blah blah. But does anyone have a den anymore??? That oddball room tucked into every house in 70’s and 80’s suburbia? Did you … More Not a Living Room or a Family Room
Do you see this sample board? The most beautiful sample board ever created? It’s an old color chart for Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell chairs, circa 1964. source: here I stumbled across it one day and I couldn’t stop obsessing over its color perfection. Like, do you want to know the two coolest shades of yellow? … More House Inspiration – On Color
Before you start digging into your house, I think it’s extremely helpful to narrow your focus and spell out how you want your house to feel. With words. You know, like where you are actually going with it all. Luckily, I had the luxury of an extra long winter in Cleveland to think long and hard about these … More House Inspiration – The Mega List
