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The Reading Life of an Entrepreneur

I am so excited to introduce you to my friend, Todd Greer. Todd is a ferocious reader and an incredibly gifted entrepreneur.  I recently reached out to see if he could share some of his favorite books with us and he graciously offered to share his perspective on some of the best reads this year. How lucky are […]

August 2016 Must-Reads

My reading time was limited this month with the whole getting everyone back to school, buying all the things, filling out all the things, driving to all the things. I am finding that audiobooks are my jam again as I run my kids back and forth to activities and school. If I have to be […]

Amy’s Notebook 09.07.16

source: design sponge SO MANY gorgeous details in this home- who knew I would swoon over a George Washington collection? I hav Rich & Pretty on my nightstand and love seeing a peek at the author’s home! I love a good sheet pan supper. I’m a sucker for a good caesar salad dressing- yum! Such beautiful […]

One Piece, Many Ways: Making the Most of Your Capsule Wardrobe

  Last week I talked about how to shop for a capsule wardrobe on a small budget and shared some of my favorite finds with you from the big box stores. Boutique options often feel out of our price range and, in my experience, sometimes feel like one trick ponies. I am partnering up with […]

Handmade Autumn Burlap Wreath Tutorial

I am so excited to be sharing another tutorial for how to make a burlap wreath today! I can’t begin to tell you how happy this wreath makes me hanging our front door. The pop of orange is just what our door needs for the holidays and this wreath is perfect for all fall through […]

Fashion Capsule Shopping On a Budget (See My Haul)

I promised to take you on the journey from start to finish on planning a capsule wardrobe. I shared my possible contenders (that link is where you can read more about what a capsule wardrobe is!) and I wanted to share with you the fit on these items as well as my thoughts on some other pieces […]

DIY No-Sew Reversible Chair Cushions

This post was created in partnership with Waverly Inspirations. Thank you for supporting the companies that support our site!  I am so excited to share with you these DIY No-Sew Reversible Chair Cushions I made today for our kitchen. While we have loved the aesthetics of our metal chairs in our kitchen, some of the […]

Amy’s Notebook 08.31.16

source: design mom I love these meal ideas for late summer entertaining. 5 tools that can help you clean like a pro- I’m in! I hate trying on jeans so this was helpful. Had a good laugh over these reviews- I wonder if the company regrets making this product… I want to try out this […]

Pressure Cooker Korean Street Tacos

I have heard the praises sung from so many about their Instant Pots that I finally decided to take the plunge and get one for our family. We have had the best time cranking out meals, breakfasts, and snacks with it and I am so excited to share those recipes with you on the site. […]

It’s the 3 Little Things: Coziest Top Ever, Musical Fun, & Roku On-The-Go (GIVEAWAY!!)

One of our goals this week was to get the painting my husband found at an antique shop in Saugatuck framed for our home. If you haven’t given Hobby Lobby’s framing department a spin, it is where we have taken all of our pieces for framing. This one required custom framing and we splurged for […]