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Karen Cooper

Get Your Dream Kitchen on a Budget

When Mohawk Home asked me to write a post about how to get your dream kitchen on a budget, I was beyond excited! I have now renovated two kitchens – one, a full-scale renovation; one, a minor renovation – on a budget. I can tell you from these experiences that, while challenging, you can get the …

DIY Pallet Projects

DIY pallet projects are all over magazines, blogs, and Pinterest. Why? Because pallets are relatively easy to find, usually free, and made out of sturdy, rustic wood. It’s also a great way to repurpose something that might otherwise end up in a landfill. In this post, I’m going to talk about pallets – how to …

Ten Commandments of Cast Iron Care

I love my cast iron skillet. You can cook nearly anything in it, and cast iron is pretty much indestructible. Cast iron is definitely one of those things where, if you take care of it, it will take care of you and last a lifetime and more. Caring for cast iron can be a bit tricky, …

Decorating with Upcycled or Repurposed Salvaged Items

I love decorating with upcycled or repurposed salvaged items, for a number of reasons. First, I love the patina and history of older materials. They have a character from their age and the little dirt and rust on them. Second, they are usually well made – often more well made than newer items. Third, reusing salvaged …

Adding Drama to Your Space with the Right Chandelier

The right lighting can make all the difference in a room. We’ve all seen those rooms with a light fixture or chandelier that’s too small or just dated. Adding drama to your space with the right chandelier is easy. Here are some examples for any design style. Modern Chandeliers   Without the chandelier in this …

Sunroom Inspiration

A sunroom is a welcome bonus room in a home. They usually have walls of windows and plenty of natural light, providing a comfortable place to relax. But often, homeowners aren’t sure how to decorate them or how to use them, and they turn into storage rooms or are decorated with a hodgepodge of leftover furniture and …

Tried and True Tips to Update Your Style

Every so often, I like refreshing our home’s style and decor. Updating the style of your home’s decor doesn’t have to be a major project and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are my tried and true tips to update your style. 1. Have an inspiration. When updating your home’s decor, start with a …

Organization Solutions Checklist

It’s summer and, at our house, it’s a time when we clean out drawers and closets and get organized! I prefer organizing our home during the summer because it’s a great time to evaluate what we used during the school year, what clothes fit and what we’ve outgrown. So, when you decide it’s time to get …

Brag-Worthy Book Nooks

When I think about how I’d like to spend a lazy afternoon, I think about curling up with a good book under a blanket or quilt.  From sophisticated adult retreats to playful and cozy kid spaces, I’ve gathered some great ideas for creating a book nook in your home. Here are some brag-worthy book nooks that …

Inspiring Vintage Style

Do you want to add vintage touches to your home, but aren’t sure how? Do you love to go to flea markets, but aren’t sure how to incorporate the treasures you find into your home? Whether you want to add some small vintage touches or go all out, I’ve got some inspiring vintage style ideas …

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