24 Beautiful Floral Needlepoint Pillows
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24 Beautiful Floral Needlepoint Pillows

Flowers belong everywhere in my opinion- painted on furniture, woven into bedding, covering wallpaper and artwork and even on pillows and rugs. One of the things I have been asked about over the years is where to find those beautiful floral vintage Aubusson style pillows- and today this post is all about a few floral needlepoint pillows that I bumped into while shopping recently.

24 Beautiful Floral Needlepoint Pillows

So if you have been looking for a little vintage floral chic to add to your home- this post is for you.

Vintage Style Floral Needlepoint Pillows

I found several of these beautiful pillows years ago-

Self Love- 5 Ways to Nurture You
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Self Love- 5 Ways to Nurture You

February is known as the month of love by many. It is a time when many of us pull loved ones a little closer, indulge in sweets, and focus more on the romantic side of life with those we care for. And February is also a great time to show yourself a little extra love and today is a different kind of Valentine’s Day post- all about Self Love.

Self Love

Showing yourself love is more than just luxurious baths and buying yourself flowers; it’s about changing your mindset to look at yourself in a kind, healthy, and loving way.

Spring & Summer Style- Country Cottage Table
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Spring & Summer Style- Country Cottage Table

Spring & Summer Style- Country Cottage Table

There is something about warm summer nights dining out under the stars. Whether it is a little table for two in the garden, a quiet spot by the lion fountain for a bistro set or a long table to entertain friends and family. Setting a beautiful table is a favorite thing over here. And the method to my madness? Pretty on repeat, ambiance & simple elegance. Today it is all about a country cottage table style.

Spring and summer style- Country Cottage Table

I shared this table setting on Instagram earlier this week and got so many questions and requests

DIY Dutch Door – French Country Cottage
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DIY Dutch Door – French Country Cottage

There is just something about a dutch door that has a whole lot of charm.

Dutch Doors

Dutch doors have long been something I have loved-

I think the love affair with them probably started with an illustrated storybook that was a favorite to look through when I was little.

And that love has continued along with my obsession with all things home.

DIY Dutch Door – French Country Cottage

and I can’t tell you what a difference it has made in how our home feels.

Though we aren’t opening the top currently since it is a bit chilly to have the doors or windows open in

Multigenerational home renovation tax credit to cost M, PBO says.  Here’s how it works – National
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Multigenerational home renovation tax credit to cost $44M, PBO says. Here’s how it works – National

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated the number of multigenerational households in Canada as of 2021. The correct number is nearly 442,000 and has been updated. Global News regrets this error.

Multigenerational home renovation tax credit to cost $44M, PBO says.  Here’s how it works – National

A renovation tax credit aimed at boosting the number of multigenerational homes in Canada is estimated to cost the federal government roughly $44 million over the next five years, according to the parliamentary budget officer (PBO).

The independent watchdog released its estimate on Wednesday for the Liberal government’s refundable tax credit for multiple generations of a family living together, which came into effect on Jan.

How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects
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How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects

I started 2021 by buying an 1885 hulk of a home, sight unseen, with visions of restoring its earlier grandeur. In almost two years, I’ve restored three of many rooms and tackled multiple smaller projects, by myself.

Do-it-yourself home improvements can save a lot of money, but that’s hardly the only reason to dive in. One in 4 homeowners took on DIY home improvement projects over the past two years because they like doing that kind of work themselves, according to the recent NerdWallet Home Improvement Report. (That nationally representative survey asked 1,404 homeowners about their home improvement activities and

Tax tips for homeowners 2022: Tax credits and breaks
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Tax tips for homeowners 2022: Tax credits and breaks

Homeownership comes with a lot of financial responsibility and a never-ending list of home improvement projects.

But for anyone who pays a mortgage, the good news is that you can deduct several home expenses come tax time — especially if you itemize your taxes — or enjoy other tax breaks as a home owner.

Here are the top tax tips for homeowners.

1. Mortgage interest deduction

While you can no longer deduct the cost of homeowners insurance premiums, you can write off what you paid toward mortgage interest — if you’re eligible and you itemize your deductions.

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and that is a wrap…
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and that is a wrap…

So the Holidays at the moment are formally behind us, and it was enjoyable and joyful and busy, and though I can not say that I’ve emerged nicely rested, I’ve come out the opposite facet with a broad smile. (And I need to inform you about my chocolate log.)

Simply that buzz within the kitchen and everywhere in the home. Brothers and sisters who dwell far aside yr spherical, discovering time to sit down down and chat. Atone for their information, private {and professional}.

Canine are joyful to be stroked by so many individuals. Presents had been exchanged, champagne was