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Vanessa shares some ideas for gifts for teens. Could be useful for birthdays or holidays, including an Easter basket.
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A cozy, light-filled living room
Two dear friends of mine moved into a new house and are in the process of making it feel more like home. They have two…
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Kitchen Organizing and the Peggy Umbra Organizer
One of the many, many things on my list for 2022 was organizing our kitchen. Every time we open the Tupperware drawer or the water…
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DIY Serena & Lily Poetto Vase
Serena & Lily has the most beautiful home decor, but it’s so pricey! Their catalog arrives at our house every few months, and I love…
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how to paint interior doors
When we moved in, I added some personality to the main level by painting a few of the interior doors. I started by painting a…
● About Me
I’m Vanessa, a wife and mom living in the DC suburbs. In 2017, I bought a rundown house and began renovating it with my husband, John. Together, we’ve made our small house into a cozy, comforting space for us and our four kids.
