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Hello, it’s me.

August 18, 2022 By Jenna 58 Comments

Did you start singing Todd Rundgren’s Hello It’s Me when you read that post title? I hope you did. Isn’t it such a great song? Big thanks to the Sex and the City Reboot, And Just Like That for reminding me of how much I loved that song. Have you watched it yet? If not,…

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The Circus’ Bed Refresh

April 12, 2021 By Jenna 1 Comment

The kid has good taste. Last year, when I gave our master bedroom a refresh, the Circus fell in love with our new bedding. She absolutely loved how soft and cozy it was. Anytime she could, she curled up in our bed to watch T.V. Needless to say, when we started chatting about her room…

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DIY Colorful Confetti Wall

March 24, 2021 By Jenna 12 Comments

You could go with the wallpaper version….or you could go full-on DIY and save yourself some money AND time! I may be full of quick and easy projects, but Lord help me, I’m having a hard time getting them posted in a timely manner! The Air BnB project (The Loft at Local Depot) has been…

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Simple Light Fixture Update for Less than $15

February 10, 2021 By Jenna 14 Comments

Trim + Peel N’ Stick Fabric Tape = A light fixture full of pizzaz all in 15 minutes or less.

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8 Unique & Cheap Wall Decor Ideas

January 27, 2021 By Jenna 13 Comments

Want to break away from the usual wall decor and stay on budget? These wall decor ideas are super affordable – you’ve probably already got a few laying around your house! Monday was a sad day in our house. Well, a sad day for Mama but a happy one for the Circus. We said goodbye…

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Coming in 2021…The Loft at Local Depot

January 6, 2021 By Jenna 21 Comments

Look at me with another new post this week! I’m trying hard to get on a regular schedule. Crazy enough, I think the kid being all virtual right now with school is actually helping me get some posts written. While she’s doing her zooms, I’m working on my computer in the other room. Now, getting…

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DIY Cruella Deville Costume

October 6, 2020 By Jenna 2 Comments

It’s always fun to be a villain on Halloween, right? This DIY Cruella Deville costume was made from a few thrift store finds, some simple makeup and a few perfect (but budget friendly!) accessories. It’s one of my favorite times of the year, folks – Halloween! Y’all know, the Circus and I start planning out…

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how to decoupage a table with wallpaper - bird wallpaper applied to base of white table

How to Decoupage a Table with Wallpaper

July 8, 2020 By Jenna 5 Comments

Here’s a great idea for your next furniture makeover – layer on some wallpaper! This tutorial shows you how to decoupage a table with wallpaper – use this method on any piece of furniture to add unexpected interest and pattern!

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Taking it Home: Local Depot

May 26, 2020 By Jenna Leave a Comment

Hey y’all! How are you? Whew. Despite being in a pandemic, it’s been quite the busy last month for me.  You know, just the usual stuff. Parenting, gardening, working, bought a hundred year old building, launching a new business. WHAT?!  Have I lost my mind? It was already gone, folks. This is just an extension…

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Best Cut Flowers to Grow In Your Cutting Garden

Plant these flowers to get bountiful bouquets from your cutting garden this summer.

April 15, 2020 By Jenna 2 Comments

There’s just something about fresh cut flowers, isn’t there? I love having my own cut flower garden to pull flowers from during the summer. Below, you’ll find my list of the best cut flowers to grow in your own cutting garden. You’ll be overflowing with gorgeous bouquets all summer!

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Ten Colorful • Eclectic • Glam Bloggers to Meet

April 3, 2020 By Jenna 4 Comments

Last Thursday my computer screen kicked the bucket. It decided to taste the rainbow and become a series of colored stripes going all down my screen. For someone who works from home, this was of course, a bad thing. For someone who works from home with already high anxiety issues, now has her husband working…

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Shows to Add to Your Watchlist

TV Shows to Start Watching

March 26, 2020 By Jenna 6 Comments

Finding yourself in need of a new TV show or two to watch? I’d say there’s a big part of the human population that’s in that same boat right now.

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My Best Bright & Cheery Spaces | It’s a Colorful Life Spring Home Tour

March 25, 2020 By Jenna 9 Comments

How about a little bright and cheery amid all this madness, huh? I’m usually not much of a Facebook scroller, but over this past week or so, I found myself on there a whole lot more. And let me tell ya, it just wasn’t healthy. Upon coming to that realization, I got off Facebook and…

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Home Projects to Do When You're Stuck at Home

27 Projects You Can Do When You’re Stuck at Home

March 19, 2020 By Jenna 2 Comments

Banish boredem and unproductive days with these 27 projects you can do while you’re stuck at home! Use that downtime and create something amazing!

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Spring Bedroom Makeover

National Sleep Day Bedroom Refresh Blog Hop

March 13, 2020 By Jenna 2 Comments

Did you know today is National Sleep Day? I didn’t know there was such a thing until my friend Camila said, “Hey, wanna do a sleep day blog hop?” Yes, girl! And so here we are. Fourteen of us are sharing our bedrooms all refreshed for spring and ready for national sleep day – in hopes we’ll actually get some extra sleep today.

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diy stuffed animal storage

Five Minute DIY Stuffed Animal Storage

March 5, 2020 By Jenna 3 Comments

Does your kid have their very own, very complete stuffed animal zoo? Same here! They were taking over our lives until we got creative with our own DIY stuffed animal storage. Take advantage of your vertical space and learn how to store stuffed animals better below!

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cheap runner rugs

18 Cheap Runner Rugs for Your Home That Don’t Cut Corners on Style

March 3, 2020 By Jenna 2 Comments

You won’t have to compromise on style to stay on budget with these runners. Here are 18 (gorgeous!) cheap runner rugs to choose from that are all less than $30!

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How to Restore Wood Furniture

Restore Wood Furniture with Just Two Things from Your Kitchen

February 27, 2020 By Jenna 6 Comments

If you’ve got old furniture that is looking worn, dull and dated, then give it new life with these simple steps for how to restore wood furniture. You’ll just need a couple of things that I bet you already have on hand – no chemical stripper or sanding required!

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