We installed Flooret’s luxury vinyl plank flooring! I’ve been sharing progress on our partial basement finishing project via my Instagram stories for a few months now. After getting a quote for $57k to hire everything out, we decided to project manage it ourselves instead to save some money. And to do a lot of the …
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Let’s talk FlexiSpot E7 vs. Ikea Bekant standing desks. They are both great products, but which the better investment? Here’s what I think based on actually owning an Ikea Bekant and two FlexiSpot standing desks, including the original essential standing desk and the E7 premium standing desk. Flexispot sent me the E7 desk for this …
Hey all! Today’s article is all about a quick thrifty win we had recently. And it’s also the story of a couch. A once beloved couch turned old, stained, and ratty—but that I was able to transform into a brand new piece quickly and easily. When a couch get old, I think the first thing …
Hey all! Today I have another product review for you. If you’ve been on Instagram or YouTube and gone down the gardening rabbit hole, you’ve probably encountered the GreenStalk vertical garden. It’s a quality product that solves a few problems many have. A lack of space for a large garden, desire to maintain large garden beds, …
Coming to Frederick, Maryland for some antiquing? I’m sharing the details about some of my favorite vintage, secondhand, and antique shops in Frederick! From big warehouses to smaller, more curated shops, there’s something for everyone. I feel like I am lucky to live in an area that people travel to for good antiquing and thrifting—Frederick, …
Looking for an unbiased Joybird sofa review? I bought the Denna single arm chaise in velvet Royale Gunmetal, and I’m providing my review of the ordering process, shipping, and the couch itself. Are Joybird sofas worth it? Here’s my unbiased review. I recently got our living room sofa from Article, an online furniture company. And …
Looking for a reliable Katchy indoor insect trap review? I have now been using my Katchy insect trap for several years, and I am sharing my full review, including all of my pros and cons! Affiliate links below; read more about those here. My Katchy indoor insect trap review Hi all! I have been meaning to write …
Don’t overlook a peel and stick subway tile backsplash for a quick improvement to your home! I’m reviewing Smart Tiles and sharing installation tips. This post contains affiliate links. Peel and stick subway tile backsplash: Smart Tiles review It’s been a while since a good DIY…trust me, I’ve been doing them. But we have been …
Learn how to shop online estate auctions and sales—it’s the perfect way to snag some beautiful pieces for your home, and it’s fun! Wondering how to shop online estate auctions and sales? By popular demand from folks in my Instagram Stories…I am writing a post all about how to shop online estate auctions and sales! …
Are you wondering if a Click & Grow garden is worth it? Learn all about the product with my review. I’ll share everything you need to know about Click & Grow indoor gardening, including a giveaway. Click & Grow provided me with an indoor garden to review, and they also provided me with one to …
Looking for a totally unbiased Article sofa review? I’ve got you! I bought one and am sharing what I thought about the process and couch. My totally unsponsored, unbiased Article sofa review! Hi all! It’s been a bit since I’ve done a product review, but every now and then I find a product that I …
Wondering if air assist on an xTool M1 is worth it? So was I! So I made identical projects using the same project, material, and settings with and without air assist. Here are the results. Air assist on an xTool M1…worth it? See my comparison! If you have an xTool M1 machine and haven’t yet …
I’ve completed a few projects on the xTool M1 and am sharing my thoughts on the setup, capabilities, ease of use, and more. This review contains affiliate links. My xTool M1 review—what can this machine do? Hey all! Today I am super excited to share a review of my very first laser cutting machine. I …
Are you looking for a good standing desk while you’re working from home? Check out our FlexiSpot electric standing desk review, as well as our comparison to the Ikea Bekant standing desk we used to own! FlexiSpot sent us this desk for free to review, and this post contains affiliate links. FlexiSpot electric standing desk …
I’m sharing a roundup of my favorite hanging planters from Amazon. These are 7 of the best modern-style planters on Amazon, and I can say that with confidence because I actually own them! 7 Stunning Amazon Hanging Planters (That Are Actually Affordable) Hey all, today I’m going to be sharing 6 of my favorite hanging …
I recently got a chance to visit Take Root Houseplants in Frederick. It’s downtown’s newest plant shop located in Everedy Square. Check out my pictures of the beautiful selection and learn more about the owner, Kaitlyn Makers! Take Root Houseplants in Frederick: Downtown’s New Plant Shop! Hey guys! A bit of a different post for …
Wondering if buying plants online is worth it? It is, I promise! It’s an excellent way to find affordable cuttings of plants, as well as find rare or out-of-season plants. Here are my tips for buying plants on Etsy. Affiliate links below; read more about those here. Buying plants on Etsy? Read my 6 tested tips first! …
Today I’m sharing 10 practical gift ideas for houseplant lovers that you can buy online today. As a bonus, many are under $10! This post contains affiliate links, which you can read more about here. 🙂 10 Fantastic Gift Ideas for Houseplant Lovers I don’t usually do gift guides. I did one last year on …
Today I’m sharing all about how to hang shelves in an apartment, including the best way to hang floating shelves without damaging the wall too much. How to hang shelves in an apartment Today I am sharing a review of a really fun product that would have come in handy a few years ago when …
This post contains affiliate links; read more here. Alright, I know there are about a million litter box review posts out there. So hear me out about why you should listen to me. You should listen to me because I am obsessed with my cats and have used the Tidy Cats Breeze Litter System for about …
This post shares 10 tips for LifeProof vinyl flooring installation over a concrete slab. We chose Sterling Oak and love the perfect gray/brown color. LifeProof Vinyl Flooring Installation Hey guys, I’m back with a flooring update! My last update shared a comprehensive review of 10 different vinyl plank flooring options. I left you hanging with …
This article shares affordable vinyl plank flooring reviews from a homeowner’s perspective. I have researched affordable vinyl plank flooring for months and want to share my findings with you! 9 of the best vinyl plank flooring reviews from a homeowner I have spent considerable time researching affordable vinyl plank flooring over the years. I’ve read …
Converting carpeted stairs to wood…DIY or hire out? Phew, I have been writing this article in my head for a while now. I’m happy to finally be putting pen to paper about something I’ve been mulling over a lot lately: DIY vs. hiring a professional and the value of money and time. And the subject …
This post shares my review of Aspect Glass Peel and Stick tiles in Frost, including tips on installation. Peel and stick tile is a great way to easily give a facelift to a space in your home. Aspect sent me the tiles to use in my home and this post contains affiliate links, but I …
Looking for a Ready Seal review? I’ll tell you what you need to know! This article contains affiliate links. My unbiased review of Ready Seal Stain and Sealer I’m going to kick things off here with a product review of Ready Seal Wood Stain and Sealer. I want to try to do more of these …