Exterior Revivals: Before and After of Home Facelifts
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Exterior Revivals: Before and After of Home Facelifts

ByMary Crozier

Who doesn’t love a good Before and After photo, especially when it comes to homes. For nearly 10 years, I found my passion in restoring and remodeling homes in our neighborhood. My business, Picket Fences, would breathe new life into older homes. This concept was long before “flippers” came onto the housing scene. With every…

From Trash to Treasure: Rescuing Adirondack Chairs
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From Trash to Treasure: Rescuing Adirondack Chairs

ByMary Crozier

A few weeks ago, in two separate garbage piles, I found Adirondack chairs and a small table. Typically I do not look for junk furniture in someone else’s trash, but I do love a good Adirondack chair. Several new Adirondack chairs are made with a high density polyethylene and can be pricey. So when an…

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

ByMary Crozier

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…

Organizing Tips:The Master Closet
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Organizing Tips:The Master Closet

ByMary Crozier

January is a GREAT month to start afresh and tackle new organization projects. Today, I am joining a group of friends to share some spectacular ways to re-arrange, sort and clean those parts of your home that need attention. My sweet friend, Rachel from The Pond’s Farmhouse is hosting this round-up of ideas to get…