In this week’s ATWT Obsessions, we’re talking about astrology, furniture refinishing, and face transplants.
Keep ReadingThree things to do before you move into a new house
After Jennifer bought me a house to play with, I immediately started coming up with plans for the renovation. Tearing things down, refinishing floors, new lights, etc. and I had to remind myself that while it’s easy to get swept up in a big list, there are only three things to do before you move into a new house that are actually critical. Another great reminder to myself is that this isn’t actually my house.
Keep ReadingObsessions: 08.10.18
We’re a little late getting this posted, but be sure to check out everything we were loving last week in our And Then We Tried obsessions.
Keep ReadingHow to Pick a New City; or at least what worked for us
I’m finally letting the cat out of the bag; my husband and I are moving to Austin, Texas! While this is a simple enough sentence to write now, it has taken months and months to get to this point. We had so many questions. How do you decide on brand new city to move to? What are we supposed to be looking for? Below you’ll find one woman’s guide for how to pick a new city.
Keep ReadingObsessions: 08.03.18
Did anyone else feel like this was the longest week ever while simultaneously feeling like summer is slipping away from us? No? Well then ignore that. Here’s what we’ve been obsessed with this week (when we weren’t panicking about the concept of time) in this week’s And Then We Tried Obsessions.
Keep ReadingDIY Fireplace Mantle Inspiration
As an incredibly thoughtful gift to me, my sister bought me a new house to play with. She literally got the keys last night and I’m already going full-steam ahead on planning the DIY updates. Since the rest of the house just needs some new paint and light fixtures, I’m focusing all of my attention on gathering inspiration for a DIY fireplace mantle.
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