BUILDING OUR REZ

Have you guys ever seen the Friends episode where Rachel makes the trifle on Thanksgiving? She’s famously a terrible cook and Monica finally lets her help with Thanksgiving dinner by making the dessert.

Do you love gnocchi as much as I do? The first time I had it, I was in love. I mean, let’s be honest, I’ve never met a potato I didn’t like. And y’all KNOW I love me some pasta. Gnocchi is amazing because it’s …

When we first bought this house, the laundry room was easily one of our least favorite spaces. It had lovely white but also kind-of-yellow walls that we’ve heard referred to as “builder beige”. It had rickety, wire shelves. (You know, the kind that all your …

Your friend or family member is wanting to get deep into the DIY game? Or at least try their hand at creating something beautiful. There’s a good chance it’ll include:

How is it possible that Halloween is only a couple weeks away? If you’re like me, you usually wait until the night or at most the week before to complete your child’s costume. Here’s the roundup of our 10 favorite, super easy and super cheap …

You’re into that rustic chic, antique-y design aesthetic? So are we, friend. Reclaimed, shabby chic, distressed, whimsically beat up, tastefully destroyed, weathered, aged, repurposed, reused. Not just words to describe the decor you’re passionate about. They’re a way of life. Making old things new. Breathing …

We all have at least one wall in our houses that we walk by everyday that we know needs something a little more exciting. Is it just kind of bleh? Old & busted art? No art? Negative space trying to pose as invisible art. Too …

Raise your hand if you love General Tso’s chicken. ME ME ME! I do! The crispy chicken coated in the sticky, sweet, salty sauce. *stomach growls* Yes please!

***Disclaimer: changing a light fixture by exposing live wires can put you at high risk for electrical shock, bodily harm & a very bad day. Consult a licensed electrician to reduce your risk. Don’t you dare try this at home if you’re going to electrocute …

Fall is coming, fall is coming! Real talk: it’s here, even if the weather doesn’t agree with you. 

You LOVE fall. It’s the glorious middle ground between the harsh extremes of summer and winter. Warm weather without pit stains. Cool nights without frostbite. All the natural reds, oranges and yellows permeating the wild & whimsical outdoors.

You LOVE your table. It may not be perfect, but it symbolizes most of the things you deeply care about. Family. Friends. Feasting. Real talk. Making meaningful new connections. Winning at games. Hospitality at its most authentic. Not just a house, a home.