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The 2023 Minwax Color of the Year: Aged Barrel!
Minwax’s 2023 Color of the Year is a gorgeous rustic brown color, Aged Barrel. It has a gray undertone and brings warmth and depth to pieces. I decided to use this stain color on a modern bookshelf for my daughter’s room. My daughter’s room is very white and bright. It has bold floral wallpaper in it. I was excited to bring some depth and contrast to her room with this darker stain color. This bookshelf is quite easy to make – it’s really just creating two ladders and placing boards across them. Thanks to Minwax for sponsoring this post. I received compensation from Minwax but all opinions stated here are my own. I’ve…
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How to Get a Smooth Finish when Painting Furniture
One of the most common questions I get about refinishing furniture is: How do you get a smooth finish when painting furniture? The good news is that it’s not difficult! You just need the right products and the right process to get a perfectly smooth finish on furniture. This post is going to walk you through exactly how to do it! So keep reading for all the details. Thanks to Purdy for sponsoring this post. I received compensation but all opinions stated here are my own. I’ve loved and owned Purdy products for a very long time! Tools & Materials Purdy 2″ Angled Nylox Glide Paint Brush Purdy Revolution Jumbo Mini Roller Frame Purdy White…
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DIY Modern Color Block Wall
I love white. Nearly every wall in my home is white. I love the clean, calming look of it. However… Sometimes you just need to add a little color and fun to a wall! Especially a wall in your young daughter’s room. Let me share with you the super simple steps to creating a gorgeous, modern accent wall. And bonus: The wall will remind you of neapolitan ice cream and your fun, carefree childhood days. Thanks to Purdy for sponsoring this post. I received compensation and free product but all opinions stated here are my own.This post contains affiliate links which means that I may receive compensation when you click…
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7 Tips for Decorating a Guest Bedroom
How to create a beautiful, modern guest bedroom even if you only have a small bedroom to work with. Let’s face it. Not many guests are coming to people’s houses right now. You know what that means? It’s time to completely redo your guest bedroom! It means you have ample time to make a gigantic mess in there while you create gorgeous modern accent walls, put new sheets on the bed and add beautiful budget-friendly decor. Here are 7 tips that will help you create a guest bedroom that is welcoming and functional for guests. This post contains affiliate links which means I may get a small commission off any…
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How to Choose the Right Mattress and Bed for your Bedroom
Let’s face it. Mattress shopping can be confusing. How soft or firm do I want it to be? Should I consider a memory foam mattress? Do I need to take into account my spouse’s sleep preferences? What type of mattress will help me stay cool? To add to this, what type of bed should I get to support my mattress? Should I get a platform bed or a more traditional bed with a box spring? Help! Don’t worry. I’ll simplify it for you. I’ll give you 5 simple tips to help you choose a mattress and bed, alleviating the stress of trying to choose the right one. Of course you…
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The Easy Way to Create a Gallery Wall: Layout Tips, Hanging Tools and More!
I’m pretty sure gallery walls are a love it or hate it design choice in a home. I can see why. They can be annoying to hang up perfectly. They can look unbalanced. I’d love to provide you with 3 simple tips for making your gallery wall look great and also making it really easy to install. Thanks to National Hardware for sponsoring this post. I received compensation and free product from Spectrum Brands but all opinions stated here are my own. This post contains affiliate links which means I may get a small commission off any purchases made from my links. It’s no extra cost to you. Tip 1:…
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5 Gorgeous Upholstered Tufted Headboards
We’re currently remodeling and decorating our guest bedroom. I painted the walls a light blue and want to make the room feel cozy and bright, with a lot of white in it. Therefore, I went searching for a beautiful white upholstered tufted headboard that wasn’t crazy expensive. It turned out a bit challenging, especially since many of the headboards I found were a cream or beige rather than a true white. To help you in your searching, I’ve compiled a list of 5 of the most gorgeous ones I found. Bennett Upholstered Panel Headboard (Wayfair): This is the one I ultimately purchased and I love it! See the gorgeous picture…
