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How to Paint Oak Spindles and Newel Posts with Beyond Paint {Plus Giveaway!}

This post was created in partnership with Beyond Paint. All opinions are my own. Living in a house built in the 1970’s, we are always looking for easy ways to update and modernize some of the older features of our home. Painting our original oak spindles and newel post is something I’ve wanted to tackle …

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trending crafts and DIYs for the week!

Welcome, new readers! Be sure to sign up on the right sidebar to have our posts delivered directly to your inbox! There is so, so much creative inspiration out there, and I love taking note of what’s currently trending and popular. Today, I’m sharing some of the crafts and DIYs currently trending in blogland; click …

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galantines day gifts for her {5 favorites}

Galantines Day, a holiday coined by Amy Poehler’s Parks and Rec character Leslie Knope, is a day to celebrate your favorite female BFFs. Moms, neighbors, girlfriends, sisters-gather them all the day before Valentine’s Day to show them how much you love and appreciate them. Today, I’m sharing five favorite Galantine’s Day gift ideas. To show your …

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Oreo Pops {Easy Marbled Valentines Day Oreo Pops Recipe}

Have you ever wanted to make Oreo Pops? This is your chance! These easy Oreo Pops are marbled and super easy-perfect for Valentines Day!  These marbled Valentine’s Day Oreo pops are almost too pretty to eat. Using a super-simple marbling technique, they are easy to make, and perfect to give out as gifts to neighbors, …

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25 chocolate recipes to make this week {brownies, cookies, cake, and more!}

Today’s topic is sure to be a reader favorite (it’s certainly one of mine)-chocolate recipes! I don’t bake as much as I’d like, because if it’s in the house, it’s hard to resist. I do bake for friends and as gifts, though, and I’m always on the lookout for new recipes to try! Today, I’m …

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spring entertaining with easy crostini recipes and gloria ferrer

Spring is finally within reach, and, for me, that means it’s time to turn my attention to easy spring entertaining. Last year, I shared my love for Gloria Ferrer wines with a no-sew wine bag tutorial, but today, I’m sharing my favorite Gloria Ferrer wines paired with one of my favorite appetizers for entertaining–crostini! These …

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mod podged glass container {a tutorial}

  There’s just something special about gifting (and receiving) baked goods for the holidays. It’s a thoughtful gift that is practically guaranteed to put a smile on the face (and belly!) of the recipient. And when you add a touch of creativity to an otherwise plain-jane container, it takes a great gift to the next level… Step 1: …

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Metal Roof Maintenance Tips

Metal roofs are engineered to be robust and long-lasting. If installed and maintained properly, a metal roof can potentially last an excess of 50 years.  This durability, combined with lower insurance premiums and energy bills are perhaps the top reason behind most commercial property owners choosing metal roofs for their properties. Despite their durability, metals …

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