Making small homes work for busy families.
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How to build a little library for your house. Learn from my experience, including mistakes I made.
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phone a friend: ideas for designing a cohesive living room
When my friends are considering new furniture or contemplating a new design for a room in their homes, they often reach out and ask me…
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life lately
Update on my life lately, including job loss and travel. We’re finding the positives in this tough time and celebrating new beginnings.
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design your summer (with a free printable)
Let’s design our perfect summer! What adventures do you want to have? What food do you want to eat? Who do you want to connect…
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small changes: new toilet seat
One of our toilets at our Airbnb was showing a lot of wear and tear on the seat — the paint was chipping in places.…
● 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.
