Category Archive: DIY

How To: Puppy Proof Your Home

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This weekend Dan and I got a puppy! I was over-the-moon excited.  We picked him out from the shelter and wound up being able to adopt him 2 weeks before originally anticipated.  Suddenly,… Read More

I Told You String Eggs Could Be Cool.

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Why is it that long weekends sometimes seem to be the shortest?  After the meal we had on Sunday, I could have used a day off for recovery. Anyway, I wanted to circle… Read More

Get Your Decor On: Easter Tables

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Since realizing that I was almost thirty and my holiday dinner responsibilities still amounted to little more than bringing rolls, I’ve slowly been asserting my adultness by assuring my family that I can provide… Read More

Ignoring Directions DIY: Fern Votive

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You won’t normally see me posting recipes I’ve tried because a.) I don’t really cook, and b.) if I do cook, I have a really hard time following directions carefully. Rather than compartmentalize… Read More

Saying Goodbye to My Property Virginity

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 It is with great trepidation and overwhelming excitement that I announce to you that today I will officially become a home owner. I have been bursting at the seams to share this news… Read More

Decking Your Drink

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I know, I know, I just ended my last post saying I promised not to go all Martha Stewart on you.  Buuuuuut, while we’re on the topic of extravagant drinks, why not take… Read More

Project Inspiration: Anthropologie Chandelier

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I’ve had these pictures rolling around in my phone for a while and I keep meaning to share them. On a recent trip to check out Anthropologie’s new Boston location on Newbury Street,… Read More

How To: Make Potpourri Sachets

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I love the scent of pine.  Maybe because it reminds me of Maine, maybe because it just plain smells good. Either way, one of my favorite parts of the holidays is the way… Read More

Anatomy of a Christmas Party: The Tree

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I feel like the holiday vibe is in the air early this year.  That said, this is the first in a little series of posts leading up to our annual holiday party where… Read More