I love you guys for following along on this mudroom saga, and it's finally time to share the reveal! But before I do that, let's take a little walk down memory lane. When we added on the addition, this mudroom was added to attach the kitchen to the garage. Living in a state that has severe winters, this has been such a blessing to not have to go outside to get to the car. But also, mudrooms ... [ Read More ]
Tween Room – PAINT!
If you've been following along on Paisley's tween room makeover, you know she recently picked out and installed the most gorgeous wallpaper (catch up HERE)! She has known all along that she wanted to paint the trim and moulding a bold color, but she was having trouble visualizing and choosing a color. So, even though it's easier to paint first THEN wallpaper, we're doing things a little backwards. ... [ Read More ]
Trampoline Rules – 10 Commandments
Our neighbors had a trampoline, and the kids all LOVED it and played so well together for hourrrs... but last summer, they moved away and we noticed a sudden drop in the amount of time the kids would want to be outside (let alone playing together). So we decided to get our own trampoline (this is the one we went with and love! [amazon affiliate link]). We know there are risks associated with ... [ Read More ]
How to Paint your Door to look like Wood
If you've been following along on our Mudroom Makeover adventure, you know that we built these beautiful arched mudroom lockers, and are getting ready to wallpaper and add brick flooring! But as I stand back looking at the situation, I can't help but hate the black metal doors. I desperately wish they were wood! This room needs more warm wood elements, but we can't afford to replace these two ... [ Read More ]
Tween Room – Wallpaper Installation!
Paisley has been having so much fun dreaming up her new bedroom space. And since she finished with the picture frame molding, she's ready to move on to the next thing! She found a wallpaper that she LOVES, but hasn't decided what color paint she wants to compliment it. It would be easier to paint first, and THEN wallpaper. But alas! We're going to wallpaper first, and then get some paint samples ... [ Read More ]
How to Install and Caulk Picture Frame Molding
I know a lot of you were really invested in Paisley's powder room makeover last winter, understandably so! And ever since then, she's definitely caught the design bug. She has been begging to tackle another room in our house. But, since we don't have any more rooms that we're willing to set her loose in, we decided to let her redo her side of her bedroom. First things first, our girl immediately ... [ Read More ]
How to Age Unlacquered Brass
When we think of brass, we think of shiny gold, right? But do you know what unlacquered brass is? Unlacquered brass is simply brass that doesn't have a protective coating. This means that, over time, unlacquered brass will naturally patina and tarnish to be beautifully aged. We love that! Today I'm going to show you an easy technique that speeds up that aging process of your unlacquered brass ... [ Read More ]
Arched Mudroom Lockers
It felt daunting to figure out how to make this mudroom reno look original to our historic home. But after lots of thought and planning, we have some really exciting design plans! And once we had these arched mudroom lockers sketched out, we couldn't WAIT to get started building! It's hard to tell in the sketch, but the arched mudroom lockers are actually going to wrap around the corner of ... [ Read More ]
Mudroom Reno – Planning and Inspo
Sometimes I assume everyone is following along on our home renovations over on Instagram (@RealityDaydream), but I need to do better about sharing our progress here on the blog too! Ever since we connected our house to our garage via a 'mudroom', it has sat unfinished. Concrete floors, unpainted drywall. But that's all changing!! This is about to be a functional mudroom! As you can see, at ... [ Read More ]
Fleece-lined Car Seat Poncho Tutorial
Even if you don't consider yourself a pro at sewing (hand raised), this hooded poncho for babies and toddlers is so easy and doable for anyone! You could even make it reversible if you wanted! Not only are these ponchos so cute and cozy, they also make your child much safer in their carseat than a bulky coat! Your kiddo basically snuggled in a wearable blanket that goes on top of their 5-point ... [ Read More ]