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Cleft Rock Palette and Lessons from a Nature Hike

May 7, 2020 by Meredith 2 Comments

This Cleft Rock Palette makes unlikely friends of orange, blue and green, balanced with a neutral tan. It all started from a small hike, and grew into some big thoughts. Recently we've been doing a lot of walking and hiking in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. If you're not from around here, the Sandia […]

How to Hang Mirrors on Tile: 3 Ways + a Bonus

April 28, 2020 by Meredith 8 Comments

How to hang mirrors on a tile backsplash and drill through tile safely. Here are the best ways to hang heavy objects like mirrors or shelves on a tile wall, including a bonus renter-friendly option.

How to Install Cabinet Hardware without Losing Your Mind

April 16, 2020 by Meredith 4 Comments

How to install cabinet hardware

How to install cabinet hardware the right way so you don't mess up the lovely finish on your new cabinets. You're standing in front of your brand new or freshly painted cabinets. You know you want gorgeous drawer pulls and cabinet knobs to complete the look, but there's only one thing standing in the way... […]

Cozy Craftsman Hiding in a Boarded up Bungalow

April 7, 2020 by Meredith 6 Comments

A tiny craftsman revival bungalow is about to get a full makeover to bring her into the 21st century, while preserving her mid century modern flare. This boxy little nondescript house would never have caught my eye, but once we set foot inside the front door, we immediately saw its potential. It's a 2 bedroom, […]

Complete Master Bathroom Bliss with Patterned Tile

March 31, 2020 by Meredith 10 Comments

Master Bath Makeover Bliss Title

The reveal of my modern master bathroom makeover, in all its patterned tile and brass fixture glory. Remodeling projects never go as planned and this bathroom remodel was no exception. But it's finally finished and I'm sharing the reveal today, along with before and after pics! Recently, I gave my master bedroom an update, which […]

10 Gorgeous Alternatives To Get The Look of Concrete Tile

February 27, 2020 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Gorgeous Concrete Tile Alternatives

Want the look of concrete tiles on your floor or backsplash without the installation and maintenance headaches? These porcelain and ceramic patterned tiles will give you the concrete tile alternatives you're looking for, typically for a fraction of the cost! Ah, the sweet sounds of tiles smashing and shattering in my bathroom. It's music to […]

Seafoam Palette and Thinking Beachy Thoughts

February 5, 2020 by Meredith 3 Comments

Blue and Green Seafoam Palette

This seafoam palette of light blues and deep greens has put me in the mood for a trip to the beach. Those who believe that vacation is a state of mind have clearly never been to an actual beach. Because I'm thinking hard about sunny beaches right now, but I'm still stuck in the state […]

Control your Remodel Budget with this Simple Worksheet

January 25, 2020 by Meredith 9 Comments

How to use a remodel budget worksheet to save money

Control your remodel budget or it will control you! Take back your power over your money with my free downloadable bathroom remodel budgeting worksheet. Why You Need a Remodel Budget Sticker shock. It comes with most large purchases, and takes some of the fun out of your new toy, car, or well, bathroom. If you're […]

A New Year and a New Bathroom Remodel

January 10, 2020 by Meredith 3 Comments

Ugly Before Pics of our New Bathroom Remodel

Happy New Year! January is the perfect time for new beginnings, and this year I'm starting a new bathroom remodel that I've been wanting to tackle for years. When we moved into our house four years ago, we loved the layout and how the space worked for our family. We didn't so much love the […]

Frosted Palette and the Winter Blues

December 19, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Frosted Palette

This frosty blue palette is perfect for bringing a chill to the air, any time of year. Here in Albuquerque it sure is frosty but there are no jolly singing snowmen to be found anywhere. The sun is shining, and the only glimpse of winter that we get is the frost on our rooftops in […]

Ridiculously Chocolaty Easy Brownie Pie

December 13, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

This decadent brownie pie recipe combines Oreo pie crust, Nestle Tollhouse chocolate chip cookie dough, and Ghirardelli triple chocolate brownie mix for an over-the-top chocolate experience. And it only takes minutes to put together! If necessity is the mother of invention, then surely chocolate cravings are the mother of all things good and holy. This […]

Simple Verses to Focus on The Meaning of Advent

November 26, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Printable Bible Verses for Advent Calendars

Celebrate the meaning of Advent with these simple Bible verses you can print and put in your advent calendar. It's the Christmas story in 24 verses!

Simple Table Setting & How to Make Hosting Holidays Easier

November 16, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Holiday Hosting Hacks and Tablesetting Ideas

I'm all about simplifying the holidays this year, and today I've got a double dose of hosting holiday hacks to make your Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other holiday dinner warm, welcoming, and less hassle for the host! My mom loves to entertain guests and over the years she has taught me everything I know about […]

Muted Pumpkin Palette and Thoughts on Changing Seasons

October 31, 2019 by Meredith 6 Comments

This muted pumpkin palette combines a softened orange hue with neutral blush pink, cool gray, and slate blue for a modern take on fall color.

I must confess I'm not a huge fan of orange. I mean, I love color. I love all the shades, hues, and tones. I love how it changes in the light and how it can change our outlook. I love each and every color. Except orange. Like having a favorite student in a class, or […]

Affordable Farmhouse Kitchen Lighting Options

October 24, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

Modern Industrial Farmhouse Lighting Ideas. Chandeliers, pendants for islands or breakfast tables. #kitchendesign #farmhouselighting #pendantlights

Recently one of my favorite readers (and best friends) asked if I could share some ideas for affordable kitchen lighting. Happy to oblige, I've put together a little roundup of my favorite modern industrial farmhouse lighting options. Picking the right lighting for a room can be one of those design challenges that you don't think […]

How to Paint Laminate Cabinets without Sanding

October 14, 2019 by Meredith 110 Comments

How to Paint Laminate Cabinets

What do you do if you want to paint your kitchen cabinets, but they're not real wood? Using the right method, you can paint right over those laminate cabinets, or any other kind of laminate furniture that needs a color update! This is a post that has been almost three years in the making, and […]

DIY Gold Hexagon Backsplash

October 3, 2019 by Meredith 5 Comments

This DIY Gold Hex Backsplash makes a huge statement without a huge hassle.

This DIY gold hex stencil project is an easy, cheap and on-trend way to give your backsplash, or really any space, a quick makeover. I had so much fun making over my camper for last month's $100 Room Challenge, but the time flew by so fast I'm just now getting around to writing a proper […]

Camper Makeover Reveal for the $100 Room Challenge

September 25, 2019 by Meredith 30 Comments

It's camper makeover reveal day here at the $100 Room Challenge!

I love the satisfaction of a completed project! This little camper gave me a run for my money, but she's finally ready for her big reveal. The Big Reveal of our Little Camper Makeover Y'all know I'm a big fan of the $100 Room Challenge because it gives me a deadline. Without that deadline, I'm […]

$100 Room Challenge Week 3 - Painted Countertops

September 18, 2019 by Meredith 12 Comments

Painted countertops were the perfect solution to this camper's dated laminate! #paintedcountertops #diydecor #100roomchallenge

My $100 camper makeover is moving along at the speed of paint drying. So while I'm in between washing paintbrushes, I'll fill you in on the latest project: How to Paint Laminate Countertops. This camper needed an update on just about every square inch, not the least of which were the countertops. I wanted something […]

$100 Room Challenge Week 2 - Camper Update

September 11, 2019 by Meredith 10 Comments

For this year's $100 Room Challenge, I'm giving my camper a much-needed update. I believe home should feel like home, wherever you park it! It's week 2 of the challenge, and I'm knee deep in about three different kinds of paint. I've started painting the cabinets with chalk paint, the door and trim with latex […]

The $100 Room Challenge Takes on a Camper Makeover

September 4, 2019 by Meredith 19 Comments

The $100 Room Challenge is coming to my camper! One room, one month, one hundred dollars! #100roomchallenge #DIYdecor #campermakeover

I'm so excited that it's $100 Room Challenge time again! This time I'm taking the challenge to the streets, so to speak, with a makeover for my camper. I've participated in several other $100 Room Challenges, and it's one of my favorite subjects on the blog. I love the challenge of making over a whole […]

Double Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free and Vegan)

August 29, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

This Double Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe is really more of a public service announcement than a recipe post. I'm not a food blogger by any stretch, but when I find a recipe this good, I feel it would be selfish not to share it with the world. The fact that they're gluten free and […]

Back to School Pencil Palette and an Ode to Pencils

August 20, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

This back to school pencil palette combines deep graphite gray with warmer brown tones.

This back to school pencil palette combines deep graphite gray with warmer wood tones. Ahhh the smell of freshly sharpened pencils. And the feel of that perfectly honed point against your finger. There are few things about back to school season that I love more than buying new school supplies. I didn't realize this about […]

Back to School Grownup Bedroom Refresh

August 12, 2019 by Meredith 7 Comments

A master bedroom mini-makeover that feels calm, comfortable, and perfect for relaxing. #masterbedroom #roommakeover #bedroomdesign

Now that my kids are back in school, I get to take time to work on my own projects again! I thought I'd start by giving my master bedroom a little makeover This grownup bedroom refresh is all about the details, clean lines, and soft colors. We recently sold our latest flip house, that did […]

Mom's Busy Bag and How to Dip Dye Canvas

August 5, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Move over kids, now mom gets her own busy bag! #busybag #dipdye #colorfun

When my kids were toddlers I made them "busy bags" to keep in the car in case we ended up in waiting rooms or places where I needed to keep them quietly occupied. Now that the kids are older, I find it's usually me who needs to be kept occupied during their activities so I […]

Pug Palette and the Dog Days of Summer

July 29, 2019 by Meredith 6 Comments

A sweet pug face lends its fawn and brown colors to this neutral palette. #colorpalette #colorinspo #thepalettemuse

I have a thing for dogs. There's just something about their happy spirit that makes me smile. And their soft furriness doesn't hurt either. I love all breeds and all mutts, but when it comes to goofy cuteness, there's no comparison to pugs. Pug Palette When I saw this photo, it just made me smile. […]

How to Repair Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

July 19, 2019 by Meredith 14 Comments

How to repair luxury vinyl plank flooring yourself, with only a few tools and products. It's easier than you might think! Vinyl Plank flooring is one of the best things since sliced bread. It comes in amazing colors, styles and finishes. You can get commercial grade versions for high-traffic areas. It's waterproof and virtually indestructible. […]

ModPodge and Cocktail Napkin Easy Candle Makeover

July 12, 2019 by Meredith 6 Comments

How to make your own decorative candles, the easy way! #modpodge #candles #easycrafts

I love this easy and fun candle makeover that takes cheap glass candles, and turns them into colorful centerpieces, for about $1 a piece! OK, show of hands, who else is obsessed with Dollar Store crafts? Whenever my daughters ask to go to the Dollar Store, I secretly jump for joy with anticipation of slowly […]

13 Easy Camping Hacks for the Perfect Outdoor Adventure

June 19, 2019 by Meredith 5 Comments

Camping hacks you need to try on your next trip!

Camping is a great way to spend time with the family, and you can make it even easier and more fun by using some of these camping hacks we've picked up over the years! Every year I think I'm going to get organized and write this camping tips post before the camping season begins. And […]

Summer Cherries Palette

June 7, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Bright red summer cherries lend their hues to this bold palette of reds. #summer #colorpalette #thepalettemuse

Few things embody summer like the taste and color of fresh cherries. This summer cherry palette reminds me of simple pleasures and living in the moment. This past weekend we got an unexpected visit from out-of-town friends. Their family was passing through town and stopped at our house for a couple of days. To entertain […]

Summer Patio Makeover Reveal

June 3, 2019 by Meredith 12 Comments

Colorful Summer Patio Makeover Reveal. With just a few tweaks and not much budget, you can create an inviting, comfortable space to enjoy all summer long. Our Summer Patio Makeover is finally finished! We started a month ago, and I'm so glad we finished all our projects before the weather got too hot. Now we […]

Bring the Indoors Out with an Outdoor Rug

May 24, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

Designing a comfortable patio starts with function, but it doesn't have to end there. To truly create an outdoor living space, you need to add a few touches of comfort, like an outdoor rug. And I've got just the place to find one! This month marks the beginning of outdoor living in our part of […]

How to Unwire an Old Chandelier for Outdoor Lighting

May 18, 2019 by Meredith 4 Comments

This month we're giving our patio a makeover, and today's mini-makeover is how to unwire a chandelier to make it suitable for outdoor use with no electricity. We'll be taking an old, dated chandelier and reworking it to turn it into a cool candelabra to hang over our outdoor dining table. I don't know about […]

From Boring Concrete Wall to Pretty Painted Patio

May 10, 2019 by Meredith 29 Comments

This patio makeover gets a kick start from a fresh paint job on an ugly concrete block wall. Further proof that paint really does fix everything! This month I'm tackling a patio makeover that all started last year with our new gazebo. We installed the gazebo, loved how it looked and functioned, and immediately wanted […]

Moored Palette

May 5, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

Dockside palette that pulls greens, blues, and even sunny yellow from an ordinary sight. #colorpalette #coolcolors #thepalettemuse

This moody moored palette captures the deep blues and greens of the water, even though you don't see much water, or really anything but what your mind thinks is black and white in the picture. My family has been talking a lot about change lately. As the school year winds down, I've got one kid […]

How to Hang Curtains the Easy Way with a Laser Level

April 30, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

Hanging curtains doesn't have to be hard when you have the right tools. Learn how a laser level can make your job easier.

When it's time to hang curtains, make your life tons easier with this simple inexpensive hack. You'll never hang curtains without a laser level again! This is the third in my Back to Basics series, where I'm covering all the basics on things like making art from color palettes, tools that make it easier to […]

How to Make Painting Simple With the Right Tools

April 22, 2019 by Meredith 9 Comments

Having the right tools makes painting easier. Here's what I recommend. #painting #paintingtips #howtopaint

Painting a room doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating. Make painting simple with the right tools, and a few insider tricks. I've been meaning to write this post for years, but I always assumed I'd be telling you something you already knew. That changed this week when I stopped by a friend's house as […]

How to Use Color Palettes to Make Custom Art

April 12, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

What does it take to make a good design and a great piece of art? A color palette! Here are some fun and easy acrylic paint art ideas and how to use a color palette to make your own custom art. Have you ever wondered what people do with all those pretty color palettes you […]

Neopolitan Palette and 9 ways to Use Color Palettes

April 5, 2019 by Meredith 2 Comments

Chocolate, Raspberry, and vanilla macarons provide the tasty inspiration for this neopolitan flavored color palette. #colorpalette #colorinspo #thepalettemuse #neopolitan

As a color enthusiast, I believe that color is an end to itself. Color is its own reason for existing. Or another way to say it: because things can be colorful, they should be. I mean, just look at the delicious macarons in this neopolitan palette. In theory, they would be just as tasty without […]

Replacing Carpet with Waterproof Laminate Flooring

March 30, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

We replaced our nasty old carpet with new waterproof laminate flooring, and I couldn't be happier, both with the product, and with the process! Here's how to put new flooring in your own house. It had to go. It was dingy, dirty, and just downright gross. The carpet that lived in this house before we […]

How to Make Your Own Adorable Mini Rope Baskets

March 22, 2019 by Meredith 10 Comments

I love baskets. They're great for storage and organizing and with endless design styles, each one is kind of like its own little piece of art. I especially love these little DIY mini baskets for their cute size and shape. They look a little modern, a little arts & crafts, and a little bohemian, all […]

Spring Bloom Palette

March 15, 2019 by Meredith Leave a Comment

Delicate cherry blossoms make a spring palette of pinks and gray. #thepalettemuse #cherryblossom #colorpalette

So I realize I might be jumping the gun a little bit with this Spring Bloom Palette, but I just couldn't resist. My theme on the blog this month is "Spring Refresh" and when I saw this picture, it seemed to fit perfectly. I've also realized that I really like cherry blossoms, because as I […]

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