Category Archives: Home Improvement

So…Can You Put a Bed In Front of A Window?

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

A few weeks ago I was with some great clients (they’re all great…wink,wink). They’re newlyweds, expecting their first child soon, and are on the hunt for their first home. After looking high and low…THERE. IT. WAS. Right size, right location, … Continue reading →

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Spring is on the way, Des Moines!

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

Looks like the Groundhog didn’t see his shadow this morning! So…spring is on it’s way {though you wouldn’t know it with the Blizzard we had yesterday} So…let’s get inspired to decorate for Spring with a little YELLOW, shall we? Inspired … Continue reading →

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Spice up those walls!

Posted on January 28, 2011 by

Just a quick post to let you know how much I love this wall.  If you are looking for something to fill a wall, but don’t want your sellers to cry over removing wallpaper, check this out! Love it! Emily … Continue reading →

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Home Remodeling: Water Damage 101

Posted on July 11, 2010 by

EVER HAD WATER DAMAGE? It all started with a dripping sound at 2:30 in the morning. My husband woke up to water coming from the ceiling. We had NO idea where it was coming from. We turned off the water … Continue reading →

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I Feel A Project Coming On….

Posted on January 27, 2010 by

If you know me well…then you KNOW I like home improvement projects!  A LOT! So…what are we doing? This winter our house has a new and improved laundry room, a shiny new lower level bathroom, and NEXT in line is … Continue reading →

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