Take a Peek into Our Guest Cottage
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Take a Peek into Our Guest Cottage

I’ve had a few requests to share pictures of the guest cottage interior. This sweet small building sits in the quiet northwest corner of our property and is very secluded from the main house. We estimate the age of the guest cottage to be from the 1930 to 1940. So let’s take a peek. I…

Who Loves a Good Before and After Photo?
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Who Loves a Good Before and After Photo?

I just love looking at pictures of Before and After shots, mostly for home design and decor, but also weight loss, or hair styles. Why are we so drawn to seeing the Before and After or drastic changes? I believe it’s because we always hope to do better and seeing improvement means making progress. It’s…

Painting and Reupholstering Wicker Chairs
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Painting and Reupholstering Wicker Chairs

As you recall, we recently remodeled our pool house with new flooring, paint, lights, furniture, rugs and a new kitchenette. The last two items that need attention are the wicker/wood framed chairs that sit in the front entryway. Since it has been many years since I covered these cushions, I don’t even recall the look…

Pool House Renovation Reveal
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Pool House Renovation Reveal

Thanks for joining me today to see the pool house renovation! If you missed yesterday’s post with Before and During photos, you can see it here. We are so fortunate that this re-do went rather smoothly, in light of today’s supply chain issues and exorbitant costs. Having a reliable contractor/handyman is a rare gift and…

Pool House Renovation for a Clean, Updated Look-Before and During
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Pool House Renovation for a Clean, Updated Look-Before and During

In early February, I got a bee in my bonnet to refresh and update our pool house. With lots of company coming in the next two months, this accessory building needed some love. With a limited budget, it is time to put in new flooring, a better working kitchenette, new lighting, fresh paint and new…