The Deck Where Summer Happens
We were a little surprised to find a beautiful open slope stretching down the back of the property.
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The Pipe That Cost Us a Porch (and Got Us a New Barn)
It was hard to say goodbye to something that felt so woven into the history of this property. But the new barn has been such a blessing.
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Proof That Tomato Cages Don’t Have to Be Terrible
No matter the location, the soil, or the weather, one thing was always consistent:
Tomato cages were my nemesis.
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The Day Our Hobby Farm Began
I imagined having my own little hobby farm someday — a few acres in the country, some goats, maybe a cow, a pig, and probably chickens (because that’s what people on hobby farms are supposed to have, right?).
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The Summer Our Kitchen Was the Basement
Our kitchen remodel was always supposed to be the first big project in this house.
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Stories Behind the Lens: My First State Fair Photography Submission
After the whirlwind of holidays, school schedules, and everyday life, I’m finally finding my way back to blogging. While working on my annual photo album recently, I found myself lingering over images from the past year, reliving moments I’d almost forgotten. That reflection reminded me of something I’ve been meaning to share: the photos I…
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Fabric, Fossils, and Fashion: My Guide to Overdyeing with Rit Dye
In this post, I’ll share how I dyed my ginkgo print dress from white to blue—plus, I’ll walk you through the exact steps so you can overdye your own clothes at home.
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EASY DIY: How to Refresh an Antique Mirror with Rub ‘n Buff
Antique mirrors have a charm you just can’t replicate with store-bought decor. But if your flea market treasure is looking more “dusty attic” than “timeless elegance,” don’t worry—you can refresh it in no time with Rub ‘n Buff
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Underfoot Upgrade: How We Installed LVP Flooring in Our Old Farmhouse
Tired of old, stained carpet? Learn how we transformed our farmhouse floors by removing carpet and installing luxury vinyl plank flooring—DIY style! Step-by-step instructions + tips for beginners.
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Beginner Astrophotography: What I’ve Learned with Budget Gear
When I got my first camera, it was only natural to try and capture some of that magic. But astrophotography can feel incredibly intimidating
