Vanity Redoux
A solid wood double vanity headed for the dumpster becomes a furniture style piece in Modern Masters Smoke metallic paint, with turned legs and luxurious hardware.
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A Master Bathroom Worth the Wait
An 80s master bath with spindles, carpet, and a cultured marble tub becomes a bright retreat: a new layout, a freestanding soaking tub, a separate shower, and a water closet.
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Looking Up: A Whitewashed Tongue and Groove Ceiling, the Easier Way
Whitewashing tongue and groove boards before they go up, not after. Three rooms, two houses, and the one change that cut the work to a third.
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10 Creative Ways to Practice Gratitude
Ten fun, creative ways to practice gratitude every day, from gratitude jars and thankful walks to scavenger hunts and paying it forward.
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Creating the Heart of the Home: A Kitchen Remodel
A dark, dated kitchen becomes a bright, classic space: custom gray cabinets, White Cloud granite, a whitewashed tongue-and-groove ceiling, and a Bosch gas range.
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From Lackluster to Luxe: A Bathroom Remodel
A dated 90s kids’ bath with pink carpet and bunny wallpaper becomes a luxe marble-look retreat with a rescued vanity, crystal lighting, and beaded mirrors.
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DIY Color Washed Mirror in Antique Window Frame
Anthropologie sells color washed mirrors for up to $2,598. Here is how I made one in an antique window frame with paint stripper, muriatic acid, and spray paint.
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Toybox Redoux
The toybox my dad built when I was five becomes an elevated metallic bench with turned legs, an applique, and fan pulls. Every step and lesson learned.
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Travel Guide to Valensole and the Fête de la Lavande
Endless lavender fields, a hilltop town, the lavender festival, where to eat and stay, and how to get the photos. A guide to Valensole, Provence, in July.
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