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Mackinaw Road: The Quarterly 01
Because life ebbs and flows, the monthly updates were a bit much. (Remember when I used to do them weekly- What was I thinking?) As such, every quarter or so, I am hoping to give a little update on travel, projects, plants, good reads & watches, things that caught my eye, etc. etc. **This post contains affiliate links, meaning that if you click and purchase, I may receive some compensation at no extra cost to you. Thank you! Travel I had a fun day getting away to Chicago last month. It was the most beautiful day and it felt good to be back! Lincoln Park was particularly gorgeous. Armitage is…
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Comfortable and Stylish Home: The Basement Makeover
The Basement Makeover This is the last post about the lovely Comfortable and Stylish Home. We covered the Living Room, Home Office, and Kids Spaces previously and will end where I actually began the projects in this home- the basement. The Basement: Purpose The basement serves as a hang out space and also as an extra place for guests to stay. Movies and sports are watched down here, card games are played, and general chatting occurs. We wanted the space to be like the rest of the house- comfortable and stylish. The Basement: Paint With some restraint (you know I love a good paint sample session), we threw several options…
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Comfortable and Stylish Home: The Kid Spaces
Comfortable & Stylish Home: The Kid Spaces The kid spaces were incredibly fun to complete! Although I probably should not be calling them kids anymore, I am now of the age where anyone under 25 years old is a “kid.” To be more specific, these kids are all in their tween and teen years. Older kid spaces are interesting (in the best way) because the kids have generally refined their style and interests. Furniture selections can be made with longevity in mind at this point. But, the details are still (always) personal and fun! For these spaces, the kids provided great insight and have such definitive styles that at once…
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Back in the Bahamas
Just when I thought I could not possibly write another article about The Bahamas, here I am 😉 Our family of 4 has the amazing opportunity to go to Paradise Island with my parents every other year. Our children have been going since before they could walk. My brother and I first visited the island in 1991. And, R has to be nearing double digits on his Bahamas passport stamp status. It was C’s first visit, and it was so much fun to have her there with us!
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Comfortable and Stylish Home: Office & Living Room
Introductions When I think about this project, I cannot help but marvel at how seamlessly it all came together. But I shouldn’t be surprised. This friend/client has a beautifully understated sophistication about her and this easily carried into her selections and our collaboration together. It is no wonder that the project possesses a quiet luxury factor with clean lines, timeless choices, and a neutral color palette (yes, I am counting the color drenching blue-gray as a neutral ;). The result is a stylish, inviting, and comfortable space. Comfortable and Stylish Home: The Office/Sitting Room The office/sitting room ended up being a favorite. We kept what the family had, borrowed from…
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A Red and Green Christmas… Again
Welp- it is official. I have been saying it for years and I guess I’m going to continue saying it for years to come. I cannot get away from a red and green (and plaid) Christmas. And, I’m not mad about it.
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November Updates: Thanksgiving, Gift Wrap & Spare Time
It has been awhile since I have given a monthly update. Below is a recap of Thanksgiving and look ahead to Christmas preparations.
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Gifts for the 4 & Under Crowd
The last gift guide for the season is one of my absolute favorites: Gifts for the 4 & Under Crowd. As the saying goes, this group would be happy with a cardboard box and wrapping paper. However, the options out there are just too cute to go that route.
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Gift Guide: Gifts for 10 Year Old Boys
Okay, I lied. The Gifts for Him gift guide was, in fact, not the most difficult guide to create. Even with the help of our 10 year old, this Gift Guide was more challenging for me. Naturally, there were several gaming and gaming gift card requests. But you don’t really need me, or a guide, for a lot of that stuff. So, here is a list, including some gaming things.
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Gift Guide: Gifts for Her
I’m back with another Gift Guide as I attempt to get as many out to you before Thanksgiving weekend shopping begins! This time, I have rounded up 9 gift ideas for her. **This post contains affiliate links, meaning that if you click and purchase, I may receive some compensation. Thank you! I recommended these boots for a friend, have seen them in person, and love them. Imitation is the ultimate form of flattery, right? Sorel boots are my all time favorite winter boots, and this pair might just be too good to pass up. This bubble vase is beautiful and would add a touch of interest to any room. Vases…
Travel-Inspired Design, One Trip at a Time
