Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

Happy Saturday friends! As slow as last week went for me, this week is just the opposite. The antithesis of my hope for a new year, but it is unavoidable when many things unexpectedly collide at once. But it is now the weekend, and time to take a breath. Welcome to another Saturday Meanderings where…

Reviving a Bistro Table and Chair Set
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Reviving a Bistro Table and Chair Set

ByMary Crozier

Several years ago I picked up this French marble top bistro table and 2 metal chairs at a yard sale. The romantic in me envisioned sitting there with a cup of tea or a good glass of wine, just relaxing. However, this set has been on the back porch of our pool house for several…

Holiday Home Tour 2022
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Holiday Home Tour 2022

ByMary Crozier

Although tweaks occur on a daily basis, most of the holiday decorating is complete. Last week, I shared our driveway entry gates and front porch and today, I welcome you inside our home for a holiday home tour. The Front Hall The front hall is full of fresh cedar garland and red plaid ribbons. In…

October is Repair and Refresh the House Month
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October is Repair and Refresh the House Month

ByMary Crozier

October is the month I designate to assess the condition of the house and make a long list of things to do. I cannot take credit for this idea. Years ago, a neighbor with a busy family lived in one of the most beautiful homes on the street. Yet when you went inside, you didn’t…

Easy DIY Project with a Huge Visual Impact
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Easy DIY Project with a Huge Visual Impact

ByMary Crozier

During my very quick trip up to the cabin for the Labor Day weekend, I finally tackled a project that has been bugging me for years. Our cabin’s exterior is cedar plank with 4 over 4 windows and multiple sliding doors. All the windows have anodized bronze frames, a deep brown to blend in with…