I am a self-proclaimed neat freak and I can't stand having a messy house. I love cleaning routines, clear counters, and capsule wardrobes. My family likes to joke that I put the dishes away on Thanksgiving and Christmas before people are done eating. Growing up, I would always get yelled at for throwing away some "important" paper or item that my parents needed because it ... Read More »
5 Simple Ideas to Love Your Home (Again)
Maybe you used to love your home but now you’ve lost that spark. Or maybe you’ve never loved your home (or apartment) but would like to, or at least learn to be content in it. If so, here are 5 tangible ways (using our 5 senses!) to love our homes again. 10 Simple Ideas to Love Your Home (Again) (This post probably contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure ... Read More »
How I Keep a White Kitchen Clean (PLUS My Farmhouse Kitchen Renovation!)
For as long as I can remember I've wanted a white kitchen. Yes, even before Joanna Gaines made them popular on Fixer Upper. So when my husband and I had the chance to renovate our 1940s colonial I KNEW I wanted to create a beautiful modern and French farmhouse kitchen. However, when I told people my plans I heard of a lot of "No, you don't. It'll be hard to keep clean." Against ... Read More »
Easy DIY Soap Recipe (With Succulents!)
I have the perfect spring craft for you this week: DIY Succulent soap. Like most of my DIYs, they will look super cute around your house or also make a great gift. You can add whatever essential oils you prefer but I chose eucalyptus because something about it seems perfect for spring. Right? So is this DIY Rose & Almond Foam Face Cleanser, but I might be biased. Not ... Read More »