By Jack Wade
Repurposed, restored, and reclaimed pieces from days gone by create unique, eco-friendly touches in your home that bring contrast and warmth to modern designs.

By Nancy Ranchel
I don’t want to brag (or do I?), but many years ago I suggested to a friend that they take down their bar cabinets – which weren’t too pretty – and replace them with crates.

By Nancy Ranchel
Have you noticed how hard we all are on ourselves? If you feel guilty about not painting your living room, does it help to identify yourself as a hobbyist who doesn’t give a rat’s ass about painting the living room? If so, own it! 

By Nancy Ranchel
Usually regret lists are in reference to spending more quality time with your kids or your parents, helping others, pursuing what you love. Bah! Let’s get down to the important stuff—your house, and how you relate to it.

By Nancy Ranchel
You’d like to use your kitchen counter for some project, like cooking, but it’s covered with mail. Does this ever happen to you?

By Naomi Shaw
Have you ever noticed how your mood can drastically change based on your surroundings? Before even exploring any proof or data, most of us can agree that your surroundings have an impact on your mood.

By Nancy Ranchel
Hopefully at the first sign of sun your dryer will be abandoned until the end of October.

Now that Spring is finally here and warm weather will be upon us soon, let’s talk outdoor living spaces. Holly Stickley of The White Pear features guest blogger Kathia Emery of Emery & Associates.

By Nancy Ranchel
Why should people with the historic homes have all the bragging rights?