Pretty much anything my friend Beth (my blogging bestie from Unskinny Boppy) asks of me I’ll do, so when she invited me to be a part of a “best of DIY blogs” tour around the interwebs, I said, “Sure thing, girl!” There were rules and timelines associated with this – all of which I had the
10 Tips to Improve the Air Quality of Your Home
How many houseplants do you have in your home? (We’re talking real ones here – not those that faux grow.) Until recently we only had two plants living in our entire house. Just two! Then, while researching ways to improve the air quality of our home, I discovered that NASA recommends you have one indoor houseplant for every
Painted Pinecone Place Card Holders
These painted pinecone place card holders totally make me wish I was getting married all over again! Our wedding was in the fall and these would have been such a beautiful addition. Instead, I think I’ll save ourselves a few thousand dollars and add them to our autumn table. They’re the perfect finishing touch for an
DIY Leaf Stamped Napkins
After borrowing from the tree in our front yard for my Painted Twig Vase, I couldn’t resist doing something with our tree’s leaves as well. These leaf stamped napkins were the perfect solution, and are one more way to bring a little nature inside your home this fall! I know I pretty much always say “this project
DIY Painted Twig Vase
It’s September! For a girl who’s allergic to chlorine, gets sick from open sun, and is enemy #1 to mosquitoes, you better believe I’m tickled all shades of autumn to welcome September’s transition into fall! The tree in our front yard is already turning and dropping leaves, and I couldn’t resist snipping some branches to make
Homes.com: Moving with Pets
This handsome boy, Charlie B. Barkin is a moving pro. He recently made a cross-country move from Minnesota to Idaho with his family Allison, Vinny, and Baby Gus! Is there a move in the future for you and a furry friend? Check out my latest article on Homes.com – Moving with Pets – for tips on
Kate’s First Day of 4K
Kate is officially a student! Our sweet baby girl had her first day of 4K today, but no need to pass the Xanax (yet). We are very lucky that Kate’s daycare center is a certified 4K site so she is staying there for her first year of formal education. Same building, same teacher, same classroom, same
Signature Style Series | Giveaway
I hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s Signature Style Blog Tour! I loved sharing some of my “Polished Casual & Eclectic” signature style favorites with you earlier this week, and now I’m back to share a few more! I’m new to the world of Stella & Dot, and wow do they have some gorgeous stuff! I accessorize myself
Homes.com: The Perfect Home for Your Family
When it comes to house hunting with a family in mind, square footage and school districts are likely at the top of your priority list. My latest Homes.com article shares a few additional things you should consider in your search!
My Signature Style
This week I’m joining 22 fabulous bloggers from across the country in a Signature Style Blog Tour! (If you’ve clicked here from Diane’s blog In My Own Style, welcome to All Things G&D – I’m so happy you’re here!) When the lovely Carrie from Making Lemonade invited me to be a part of her #SignatureStyle series this









