Category: DIY

Bedroom Suite Progress — It’s Almost Finished!!...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 19, 2026 0 7

I had a goal to completely finish our bedroom suite (not including the storage room, obviously) by the end of this month. And I ac...

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Matt’s Reaction To Our New Bedroom (And His One Re...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 16, 2026 0 7

Because Matt requires a wheelchair to maneuver around our house, my messes during a big project (and y’all know I’m a very messy D...

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The One Major Project I Forgot About (That I’d Lik...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 16, 2026 0 9

Have you ever placed a stack of boxes in a corner of a room, even a room that’s used all the time (like your bedroom, family room,...

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Homemade Baby Balm Skin Cream Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 16, 2026 0 5

When I was pregnant with my first child, my friends and relatives literally gave me 11 bottles of baby lotion. The smell reminded ...

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Super Bowl Food Ideas

DO NEWSFEED Jan 16, 2026 0 10

Ready to plan your Super Bowl menu? We’ve got all the classics like Buffalo Chicken Dip, Rotel Dip, Pigs in a Blanket and Deviled ...

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This Is Why I DIY (The Cost Of My DIY Upholstered ...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 15, 2026 0 13

I’m still working on the bedroom and foyer, trying my hardest to get all of these small (and mostly boring) projects checked off o...

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Raising Cane’s Sauce – Copycat Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 15, 2026 0 9

While my kids love Chick-fil-A sauce for me it’s Cane’s Sauce forever! I love the bold, garlic, vinegar-y flavor of Raising Cane’s...

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The Current State Of The Breakfast Room (And The P...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 14, 2026 0 7

When I wrote my 2026 Master List of Home Goals post last week, I didn’t include recent pictures of the breakfast room because Matt...

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Considering A Fandelier For The Bedroom (Do These ...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 13, 2026 0 20

I didn’t get much done on the bedroom this weekend because my sweet little cat Felicity had a bit of a medical emergency that resu...

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Easy Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 13, 2026 0 7

There are seasons when life feels (extra) full. Meals still need to happen, kids still get hungry (often earlier than expected), a...

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Fresh Mint Tea

DO NEWSFEED Jan 13, 2026 0 13

I’m always delighted when a restaurant serves fresh mint tea. It feels luxurious! It’s super easy to make your own fresh mint tea ...

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Air Fryer Hamburgers

DO NEWSFEED Jan 11, 2026 0 8

Air Fryer hamburgers are one of the meals I make for dinner over and over again at our house. This recipe only uses 5 ingredients ...

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Artwork Above The Headboard? Yes or No?

DO NEWSFEED Jan 11, 2026 0 7

Matt and I have been in our new bedroom for two days now. It has been amazing to finally be sleeping in a proper bedroom. But also...

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Bedroom Progress — New Bedding And Reading Corner ...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 11, 2026 0 6

I have more bedroom progress to share with you today, and I’m so excited about it because I really am getting down to the last few...

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Rejuvenating Herbal Face Steam For Healthier Skin

DO NEWSFEED Jan 11, 2026 0 7

I’ve been known for my unconventional skincare methods. They often involve herbs or essential oils and sometimes rubbing ice or ev...

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DIY Upholstered Bed Base

DO NEWSFEED Jan 8, 2026 0 9

Our new bed is finished! I finished the upholstered bed base on Monday, and then my mom came over yesterday morning to help me get...

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DIY Upholstered Headboard With Piping (The Bedroom...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 7, 2026 0 5

The upholstered headboard for the bedroom is finished! I’m so excited to finally have this project finished. It was one of the big...

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Chili Lime Seasoning Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 7, 2026 0 9

Chili lime seasoning is one of those things I didn’t think much about until it became something we used all the time. It’s simple,...

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2026 Master List of Home Goals

DO NEWSFEED Jan 6, 2026 0 9

Happy New Year, y’all! If you’ve been around here a while, you know how much I love the beginning of a new year. It’s a clean slat...

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Dirty Martini

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 11

There are few drinks more classic than a dirty martini. The simple combination of gin (or vodka!), dry vermouth, and olive brine p...

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Cosmopolitan Drink Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 10

We love the classic 1990s Cosmopolitan Cocktail. The Cosmo is made with vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice and fresh lime juic...

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The Daily Habits I Can’t Live Without

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 17

For a long time, I believed feeling my best required complex routines and constant optimization. Instead of spreadsheets to track ...

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Green Juice Benefits (Plus a Refreshing Recipe)

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 16

Green juice has become more popular in recent years, especially during fasting or detox. It’s one of those wellness trends people ...

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Southwest Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 18

Growing up in Texas, I have a special place in my heart for Tex-Mex recipes. Simple dishes like these Tex-Mex lettuce wraps and so...

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How Triggers Can Become Teachers (and Bring More P...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 4, 2026 0 12

I used to think being triggered meant someone else was doing something wrong. Someone interrupted me, showed up late again, or spo...

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Espresso Martini

DO NEWSFEED Dec 28, 2025 0 13

This recipe makes a classic Espresso Martini. It’s the perfect after-dinner drink or dessert cocktail. It’s tastes strong, balance...

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Grasshopper Cocktail

DO NEWSFEED Dec 28, 2025 0 27

The grasshopper cocktail is a classic drink that tastes like an after-dinner mint with its delicious creamy combination of mint an...

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Delicious Herbal Tea Recipes and Their Benefits

DO NEWSFEED Dec 24, 2025 0 12

Herbal teas are a delicious and easy way to boost fluid intake and sneak in some extra nutrients. Unlike coffee and other teas tha...

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Grinch Punch

DO NEWSFEED Dec 24, 2025 0 16

The holidays are all about special memories, food, and drinks, and this Grinch Punch is a fast and easy way to make a delicious pu...

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Soft Gingerbread Cookies

DO NEWSFEED Dec 24, 2025 0 15

This classic gingerbread cookie recipe is soft and delicious. While I love crisp gingerbread for a gingerbread house, my preferenc...

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7 Layer Dip (Protein Packed)

DO NEWSFEED Dec 22, 2025 0 22

While I have my favorite stand-by appetizers, I’m always looking for something new to try. Especially when it involves making a tr...

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Salted Caramel Syrup

DO NEWSFEED Dec 22, 2025 0 15

This is a Starbucks copycat recipe for their salted caramel syrup. This is a thinner simple syrup, perfect for mixing into coffee ...

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2025 Recap — How Did I Do On My 2025 Master List O...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 22, 2025 0 14

Well, we’ve reached the end of another year. It’s hard to believe that we’re already at the end of another year, but here we are. ...

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Toffee Nut Syrup

DO NEWSFEED Dec 22, 2025 0 16

Yes, this is a Starbucks copycat Toffee Nut Syrup recipe. Once upon a time getting toffee nut latte was one of my weekly indulgenc...

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How I Created And Printed A Custom Fabric For The ...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 14

I’ve been searching high and low for a striped fabric to use on the bed that brings all of the colors of the room together in one ...

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Bedroom Curtains Progress — Did I Make The Wrong D...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 12

I’ve been working on the bedroom curtains for a few days now. I haven’t been fully focused on this project. I’ve been getting side...

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A Bedroom Suite Foyer Update (Plus, A Comparison O...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 12

I finally got our newly matted and framed chapel picture back this past weekend, so I took some time yesterday to sew the two pill...

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I’m Feeling Exhausted And Burned Out (And So Close...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 13

I don’t know why, but I feel like this year has really taken it out of me more than any year prior. Every year around this time, I...

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Updated Bedroom Curtains — This Was The Right Deci...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 17

I’m still working on the bedroom curtains, so unfortunately, I won’t be ending this year on the blog with this big project marked ...

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High Protein Greek Yogurt Bagels (Perfect For Brea...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 19

My kids are old enough that they can make their own breakfast now, but we still enjoy eating together as a family. Learning how to...

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What My Health Risk Score Showed Me (and How It Ca...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 16

I used to think that serious disease was either genetic, unavoidable, or something that appeared suddenly later in life. You went ...

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DIY Herbal Throat Spray Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 14

Once upon a very terrible time, all my kids got a stomach bug at the same time… while I was gone. We don’t get sick often, but it ...

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Peppermint Syrup

DO NEWSFEED Dec 19, 2025 0 14

Tis the season to learn to make your own peppermint syrup! This flavored simple syrup recipe could not be easier to make at home. ...

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I Found The Perfect Lamps, Artwork, And Side Table...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 15

I still didn’t finish the curtains for our bedroom, but I did have some small successes over the weekend. First up, if you’ve been...

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The Bedroom Progress So Far (A Look At The Whole R...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 16

I’m still working on the draperies for the bedroom. I was hoping to get them done by the end of the week so that I could show you ...

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Random Bedroom Details — Front Door Privacy, Bathr...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 15

I started working on the makeover on my “new” bedroom lamps yesterday, but the project turned out being a bit more complicated tha...

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The Sunroom Will Have To Stay (For Now)

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 16

I only have a week-and-a-half left in this year to get work done on the house, so I took a look at my 2025 Master List of Home Goa...

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Bedroom Table Lamp Makeover — Before And After

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 14

I’ve been working on my new lamps over the last couple of days, and while I didn’t quite get both of them finished, I did at least...

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The Best Casserole Recipes

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 19

When it comes to comfort food that brings everyone to the table, nothing beats a warm and hearty casserole. Whether… The post The ...

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How to Make a Peppermint Mocha

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 23

Every time Christmas rolls around, I start to have visions of a peppermint mocha. I unapologetically enjoy all things coffee, but ...

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140+ Natural & DIY Christmas Gift Ideas

DO NEWSFEED Dec 15, 2025 0 17

I love Christmas morning… homemade cinnamon rolls, family, and giving thoughtful gifts. It’s so easy to let the commercialism of t...

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My Recliner Is Here! (Plus, A Floor Lamp Review)

DO NEWSFEED Dec 5, 2025 0 20

The recliner that I ordered for the bedroom arrived yesterday. It’s about three weeks later than the estimated delivery date, but ...

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The One Wall That’s Giving Me A Big Challenge In O...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 5, 2025 0 14

Today is an exciting day because it’s delivery day for the recliner that I ordered for our bedroom! I ordered the recliner back in...

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Creative & Unique Gift Ideas (They Don’t Already H...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 5, 2025 0 20

I’ve shared my holiday gift guide, but many of you have asked for a gift guide of unusual ideas that aren’t the normal kitchen gea...

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Has The World Of “Influencing” Completely Jumped T...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 3, 2025 0 20

We’ve all seen it. The internet has been overtaken by “influencers” who are trying to sell us stuff in order to make a commission....

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Finding The Right Table Lamps Shouldn’t Be This Di...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 3, 2025 0 25

I’m still on the hunt for the perfect table lamps to go on our bedside tables in the bedroom, and I’m really getting frustrated wi...

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Christmas Drinks

DO NEWSFEED Dec 3, 2025 0 85

If there’s one thing that instantly brings cheer to a holiday gathering, it’s a lineup of festive Christmas drinks that… The post ...

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The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes

DO NEWSFEED Dec 3, 2025 0 21

If you’re searching for Christmas Cookie Recipes that are festive, foolproof, and guaranteed to disappear fast, you’re in the righ...

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Peppermint Date Bark Recipe

DO NEWSFEED Dec 3, 2025 0 17

With Christmas just around the corner our family is in full holiday mode. That means hosting, baking, and making tasty treats like...

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The Finished Ceramic Bird Wall In The Bedroom

DO NEWSFEED Dec 1, 2025 0 21

Today begins my final three-week push to get as much done in our bedroom suite as possible before I take my end-of-the-year break....

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Best 2025 Cyber Monday Discounts on Natural Produc...

DO NEWSFEED Dec 1, 2025 0 21

On Cyber Monday many online companies offer their best sales of the year. I’ve found some great deals this year on natural product...

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The Best 2025 Black Friday Sales & Deals on Natura...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 28, 2025 0 17

I’ve never understood it… the idea of running out early on holiday celebrations with family to go shopping for Black Friday sale g...

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45+ Christmas Activities for Kids to Do This Holid...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 27, 2025 0 21

For many of us, Christmas time means a little more time with family and a break from school. We do an adventure points system over...

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Input Overload And Apprehension To Make Decisions

DO NEWSFEED Nov 26, 2025 0 18

It seems that I was much more bummed and deflated over my grasscloth wallpaper than I originally thought. I’m pretty resilient whe...

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Ceramic Bird Arrangement On Bedroom Wall — Playing...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 26, 2025 0 22

It’s been a slow week around here. I went from feeling completely deflated about the wallpaper situation to being in holiday mode ...

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Homemade Peppermint Mocha Creamer (Dairy-Free)

DO NEWSFEED Nov 25, 2025 0 18

It’s no secret that I’m an avid coffee drinker, even if I don’t drink it everyday. I’ve written many posts on the health benefits ...

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Peppermint Mocha

DO NEWSFEED Nov 24, 2025 0 20

A peppermint mocha is probably the holiday drink I have the most nostalgia for. To me, this is the beverage I sip as I drive aroun...

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A Grasscloth Wallpaper Tragedy

DO NEWSFEED Nov 24, 2025 0 19

Well, this weekend didn’t go as planned. I know that every project has its ups and downs, victories and setbacks. But this particu...

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2025 Christmas Gifts For Men That He’ll Love (With...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 24, 2025 0 15

Between friends, family, and employees, I’ve come up with a lot of gift ideas over the years. Christmas gifts for men are some of ...

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Bedroom Draperies Sneak Peek And My Search For A U...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 21, 2025 0 24

Yesterday was an interesting day. I started out the day still feeling tired and drained from Matt’s hospital stay, and I had decid...

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Vanilla Syrup

DO NEWSFEED Nov 21, 2025 0 24

This vanilla syrup is easy to make and SO useful. I love this in homemade lattes and other coffee drinks as well as added to cold ...

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Back Home And Trying To Regroup

DO NEWSFEED Nov 20, 2025 0 18

UPDATE 11/20/25: I was still too exhausted to get anything done yesterday, so I ended up resting the whole day. I’ll see how today...

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2025 Christmas Gifts for Her (89+ Ideas She’ll Lov...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 20, 2025 0 19

As a mom, I’ve gotten plenty of gifts over the years. But it can be tricky to find the perfect gifts for the women in your life. T...

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Foyer Plans Thwarted By A Hospital Stay (Plus A Sn...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 19, 2025 0 16

I had such high hopes that I’d be able to finish our bedroom suite foyer this past weekend, but Matt had other plans for us. Frida...

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Homemade Protein Cinnamon Rolls Recipe (With Greek...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 19, 2025 0 27

There’s something so magical about pulling some warm cinnamon rolls from the oven on a chilly morning. These high protein cinnamon...

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White Hot Chocolate

DO NEWSFEED Nov 19, 2025 0 21

If you love a classic hot chocolate then might I recommend you try this recipe for homemade white hot chocolate. One of my sons do...

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Foyer Mirror, Bedroom Bench, and Question About Th...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 20

Yesterday, I finally got the mirror hung in the foyer of our bedroom suite. A while back, I floated the idea of putting sconces on...

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Two Polls: Headboard Fabric and Foyer Mirror Place...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 20

Based on some comments I’ve gotten in recent posts, I want to do two informal polls on two different decisions I’ve made recently....

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I Missed The Obvious (Bedroom Foyer Completely Rea...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 21

I’m still working my way through the comments from yesterday’s post about the headboard and bedding for our bedroom, but as I’ve o...

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Air Dry Clay Delft Festive Stars

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 17

It’s that time of year to start your Christmas crafting again! I love a rainy afternoon craft and these air dry clay Delft festive...

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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Recipe (Family Favorit...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 21

One of our favorite cold-weather meals is classic shepherd’s pie. In this not-so-classic version, you get a big veggie boost from ...

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The Best 2025 Gifts for Kids of All Ages (That Are...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 28

At Christmas time, our family focuses on the real joy of the season, like spending time together, giving to those in need, and fin...

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Chai Spice Protein Balls With Adaptogens

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 14

Chai tea is one of my favorites this time of year and I love incorporating chai spices into baked goods. The aroma of cinnamon, cl...

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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 19

The truth? I love hot dogs. I really do. I’d love to pretend that I make air fryer hot dogs mostly for my kids but if I’m actually...

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Homemade Eggnog

DO NEWSFEED Nov 17, 2025 0 24

While there is nothing wrong with store-bought eggnog, it might surprise you to know that homemade eggnog is VERY easy to make and...

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The Future of Content Belongs to Everyone — And It...

doacWeb Nov 16, 2025 0 48

One of the things I will let you know, Executive, is this: we are building the next content economy. Clarity, not nemesis, we brin...

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Foyer Progress — Reupholstered Bench And Artwork

DO NEWSFEED Nov 11, 2025 0 29

I realized a couple of days ago that I could get the bedroom suite foyer finished pretty quickly since there are no really big pro...

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How To Hang Grasscloth Wallpaper

DO NEWSFEED Nov 11, 2025 0 24

I finished installing my grasscloth wallpaper in our bedroom suite last Thursday, so I’ve had a weekend to live with it. I’ve had ...

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Bedroom Drapery Options (One Fabric, Two Options, ...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 28

Yesterday, I got all of the grasscloth wallpaper up in the bedroom, but I didn’t quite finish the wallpaper in the foyer. I’ll nee...

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A Couple Of Issues With Installing Grasscloth

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 21

Well, I still didn’t finish the grasscloth wallpaper in the bedroom suite foyer even though I worked on it for six hours yesterday...

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The Fabrics Arrived! (Foyer Bench Fabric, Bedroom ...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 25

I have high hopes that today will be my last day working on the grasscloth wallpaper. I think I have four more pieces to hang in t...

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Bedroom Suite Progress — The Grasscloth Wallpaper ...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 19

The grasscloth wallpaper in the bedroom suite is finished!!! I still need to finish up some details, like covering light switch pl...

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Pumpkin Pie for Dogs

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 22

Treat your furry friend to a cozy fall dessert made just for them! These Pumpkin Pies for Dogs are easy… The post Pumpkin Pie for ...

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DIY Moisturizing Matte Lipstick

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 26

There’s something timeless about a good lipstick. A single swipe can make you feel put together in seconds, even on the most casua...

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Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 20

Cream of mushroom soup is an ingredient staple this time of year. From my favorite green bean casserole with cream of mushroom sou...

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2025 Ultimate Holiday Gift-Giving Guide for the Wh...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 19

As a type A personality, I love planning ahead. I create checklists for holiday planning and I usually try to buy gifts early. Thi...

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Hot Buttered Rum

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 23

When it comes to wintertime drinks, cozying up by the fire with a hot buttered rum is the top way to pass the time on a cold winte...

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Gingerbread Shot

DO NEWSFEED Nov 10, 2025 0 24

This shot recipe tastes just like a gingerbread cookie. It’s the perfect blend of butterscotch schnapps, fireball and heavy cream....

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Bedroom Grasscloth Wallpaper Installation — It’s N...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 3, 2025 0 22

I made some progress on the grasscloth wallpaper installation in the bedroom yesterday, and if it’s at all possible, I’m both plea...

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Bedroom And Foyer Grasscloth Wallpaper Progress (I...

DO NEWSFEED Nov 3, 2025 0 24

I continued working on the installation of the grasscloth wallpaper in the bedroom and foyer over the weekend, and while I didn’t ...

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