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jeanne mckay watercolors and a giveaway
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jeanne mckay watercolors and a giveaway

Since the beginning of my blogging days, I’ve been fortunate to meet and make friends with some very talented and generous people. I was lucky to start blogging at a time when readers could sign up to follow their preferred blogs and before the days of the big newsletter blasts. There was more of an intimacy to the process, and the blogs were read differently, as our audience popped around to visit each of their favorite blogs each day. This is one of the big things about blogging, the way that it draws people together.

Jeanne McKay

Between women bloggers there has

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Meet HGTV’s Newest Star, Galey Alix of ‘Home in a Heartbeat’
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Meet HGTV’s Newest Star, Galey Alix of ‘Home in a Heartbeat’

HGTV has a new show and design superstar in the making: Galey Alixhost of “Home in a Heartbeat With Galey Alix.”

The schtick? Alix is ​​a Wall Street executive who, due to her day job, completes her renovations in one weekend. She also allows her clients to decide the budget they want to spend.

Given this weekend warrior is calling all the shots with the design without the homeowners’ input, that leaves a lot of room for error. Does she deliver?

In the series premiere, “Dallas Palace,” Alix travels to Boca Raton, FL, to help a married couple Rachel

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Inflation Is Making Home Improvement Projects Less Attainable for American Homeowners
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Inflation Is Making Home Improvement Projects Less Attainable for American Homeowners

Inflation Is Making Home Improvement Projects Less Attainable for American Homeowners

Nearly three-quarters of homeowners are finding projects to be more expensive than originally budgeted, causing some to consider their renovation plans

RIVERWOODS, Ill., April 17, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Discover Home Loans issued a survey to understand how inflation and higher interest rates have impacted American homeowners’ sentiment around investing in their homes versus moving to new homes.

Inflation is significantly impacting homeowners’ desire to undertake home improvement projects, with 59% of survey respondents choosing to postpone their projects and 26% saying they will reduce the scope of their projects in the face of increased costs. That said, there remains strong demand

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8 simple ways to add old world charm to the kitchen
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8 simple ways to add old world charm to the kitchen

We’ve been working on all kinds of updates out in the cottage -from painting the built-in bookcases to changing some of the lighting. And the cottage kitchen got a fresh kitchen look recently too with a new kitchen island and lower cabinets.

8 simple ways to add old world charm to the kitchen

We didn’t remove those original old cupboards – don’t worry. But since this photo was taken- the counters and sink might have changed just a bit. We now have butcher block counters and an antique farm sink in here. it is all about 3 easy ways to add some of that lovely old world charm to a kitchen.

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How to apply for a home improvement loan
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How to apply for a home improvement loan

Getting a home improvement loan isn’t too complex, but the process can be intensive — especially if you aren’t sure what type of product you need. Fortunately, your budget and credit score will be the main factors in determining the steps you need to take to apply for a home improvement loan.

How to take out a home improvement loan

Home improvement loans are just like any personal loan. While each lender will differ in eligibility requirements, there are general requirements to be aware of before starting the application process.

Research home improvement loans

There are four main options for

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Creating a Garden Potting Bench
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Creating a Garden Potting Bench

It is that time of year when all things garden are in full swing. And over here, the greenhouse is bustling with potting and planting. Though we have a dedicated space for planting -you don’t need a greenhouse or potting shed to have a charming place to play and garden. Adding a potting bench or potting table area in your yard is perfect and will bring all kinds of garden fun all summer long.

Creating a Garden Potting Bench

Potting Benches

Such a lovely little place to play and enjoy -gardens bring so much beauty and contentment. There is something about growing your own food

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Home improvement contractors could become extinct in Louisiana | Louisiana
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Home improvement contractors could become extinct in Louisiana | Louisiana

Home improvement contractors could become extinct in Louisiana | Louisiana

Louisiana Illuminator file photo.

Under a proposed law in Louisiana, homeowners would have to hire a licensed general contractor for any home improvement work valued at over $10,000. Some worry the measure will destroy the market for trim carpenters, fence builders and other handymen who can perform jobs up to $75,000 under current law.

Currently, the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSBLC) regulates two different types of residential construction professionals, aside from mold remediation experts: the licensed general residential contractor, which is required for jobs priced above $75,000; and the certified home improvement contractor, who can perform work between

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Summer Style- Floral Table Linens
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Summer Style- Floral Table Linens

Floral table linens on repeat over here and I think they are such a pretty look for spring and summer.

Any vintage patterned floral is a beautiful layer on a table but the faded looks really speak to me. I got a ton of requests for more details on the blue floral cloth and pink lattice floral cloth I used in recent garden table styles. Sharing more about those and a few tips when choosing your table linens.

Floral Table Linens

Summer Style- Floral Table Linens

What I love

What I love about this table cloth? I mean…everything. I love the big floral, the faded

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