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Archives for 2013

Backyard gardening plans…

So, I posted about the front yard awhile ago but forgot about the back yard.  I am mostly aiming for cool colors in the back.  Anyway, most of this is still just brainstorming but here's my list of desirable plants: Paperwhites, crocuses, and grape hyacinth planted around the tree trunks Weeping ... View Post

Floorplan is a go!

Well, things seem to be moving along at a snail's pace but I get the idea that that's the way it's supposed to be at this point.  However, we did get the final floor plan this week!!  I redrew it (because yes, I am that OCD) and now it's not quite as hard to read.  There is still some room for ... View Post

Master bathroom ideas

Well, I'm slowly gathering my thoughts and ideas for the master bathroom into one coherent (I think) plan.  I'm still not quite sure on the final color but it will tend towards bright white and teal (or turquoise…or aquamarine...).  It's a pretty large master bathroom (at least compared to what ... View Post

Sink…and a chandelier?

Well, two more decisions down…maybe... …or maybe not. I think I settled on a little more modern/angular sink: I like the shape of this one better and it will also help cut down on splashes.  I also think it will really pop against the dark wood cabinets and shelving. Today, I spent 2 ... View Post

Glazed Raspberry Heart Scones

Happy early Valentine's Day!  I meant to post this recipe earlier but this is the first chance I've gotten.  I found this recipe on the Epicurious website 8 years ago and made it for one of the very first Valentine's Days that Steve and I spent together.  It's a fairly easy recipe to make and the ... View Post

Master bathroom vanity

Just got the call that my custom bathroom cabinet is a go!  I saw this beautiful photo on Pinterest a few weeks ago and had my heart set on something similar: The custom cabinet will be the section in between the vanities.  They won't be on legs but will be straight to the floor to give us ... View Post

Making decisions…pt. 1 – The Kitchen

So, for the very first time in this process, I think I may have made some major house-related decisions.  Of course, I do have to run them by Steve this evening but I'm feeling much more confident than before.  Anyway, this past week I was doing research on several glass tile companies and this ... View Post