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Help Me Choose a Painted Staircase Design

by LIP | Jul 6, 2021 | DIY Projects, Laundry/Mudrooms, Remodeling

Input wanted! Please help me choose a painted staircase design for our basement stairs. I know I said I’d write about planning a home renovation this week, but I’m taking a detour. A few weeks ago, I saw an amazing staircase (below) and it’s been...

Easy Meal Ideas During a Kitchen Remodel

by LIP | Jun 29, 2021 | Kitchens, Remodeling

If you’re in need of easy meal ideas during a kitchen remodel, I’ve got some resources for you today. Ordering out and eating salad every day can get old, so here’s inspiration to cook at home in a makeshift kitchen. I’ve got tons of tips...

3 Ways to Build a Bathroom Mirror Frame

by LIP | Jun 1, 2021 | Bathrooms, DIY Projects

Here’s one surefire way to class up your bathroom: install a mirror frame around a builder-basic mirror. If you search for tutorials to build a bathroom mirror frame, you’ll see the internet is littered with advice. Mostly, build a frame and glue it to the...

How We Saved $20K on Our DIY Kitchen Remodel Cost

by LIP | May 11, 2021 | Kitchens, Remodeling

Here’s how we’ve saved nearly $20,000 on our kitchen remodel cost, which I can confidently now share, even though we’re not 100% finished. Kitchen remodels can be insanely – even prohibitively – expensive, but they really don’t have...

Ideas to Add A Touch of Whimsy to Your Spring Decor

by LIP | May 1, 2021 | Bedrooms, Decor, Dining Rooms, Living/Family Rooms

Are you into spring decor? Mine typically consists of fresh flowers, and that’s about it. However, this spring, I’m also trying to freshen up our house with a few bonus items. I love a bit of whimsy to make us smile – which feels especially needed in...

Help Me Choose: 3 Laundry Room Remodel Plans

by LIP | Apr 27, 2021 | Laundry/Mudrooms, Remodeling

If you’ve been with me awhile, you know we’re planning a laundry room remodel in the near-ish future. (Did I say that last year? Oops.) I’ve already purchased most of the items, but the longer we wait, the more I continue to revamp the plan. Today...