Your Guide to Styling Bookshelves

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Ugh … the elusive task of styling bookshelves! Are you with me on this?! It can be SO overwhelming to look at a blank slate of bookshelves in your home! It doesn’t have to be so hard though! I’ll let you know what works for me, as well as provide some styling tips, photo inspiration, […]

Apr

18

Design + Decorate

Mix and Match Throw Pillows

How to Mix and Match Throw Pillows

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Mix and Match Throw Pillows

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I have a confession to make … I used to struggle in the ‘mix and match throw pillows’ department! Coordinating throw pillows just didn’t come naturally to this home décor blogger! I am still a work in progress, but I am getting much more comfortable with mixing and matching! It certainly helps that I now […]

Apr

04

Design + Decorate

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4 Things I would Definitely Change if I Built my Home Again (and 4 Things I would Never Change!)

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change if I built my home again

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I have been asked by several readers on Instagram what I would change if I built my home again. Honestly, there isn’t much I would change, but I will share my shortlist below. Possibly something on this list will help you in making your own home building decisions! I can’t stress enough how happy I […]

Mar

28

Building a Home

how to determine decorating style

How to Determine Your Decorating Style

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how to determine decorating style

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I was recently asked by a reader, “how can I determine my decorating style?” I thought it was a great question, but I wasn’t sure how to answer it because I just always go with my gut when making design decisions. I go with what feels right to ME. Then it dawned on me … this […]

Mar

21

Design + Decorate

cohesive home design flow

How to Create a Cohesive Home Design Flow with Light Fixtures

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cohesive home design flow

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One of the hardest things about creating a cohesive home design is making sure that all elements flow from room to room. There is something calming about walking through a home with the same color scheme and design style throughout the home. One way to keep a similar design aesthetic between rooms is with your […]

Mar

14

Design + Decorate

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Building or Renovating: 12 Unexpected Budget-Friendly Home Upgrades

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mudroom

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Building or renovating a home is A LOT of work, but it is also a FUN experience! One of the best things about building or renovating your home is that you can add custom functional features to improve the way your family lives in the space. Whether you are building from scratch or doing a […]

Mar

07

Building a Home

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I designed my own custom home from the ground up, inside and out. A home that is cozy, comfy, laid out perfectly for the way my family lives, and makes us happy every single day. Oh, and did I mention I did this all without going over budget?! 

Yep, it’s true. I’ve been there, done that, and actually lived through it … and you will too. Pinkie promise!

a.k.a. Caroline on Design

I’m Carrie Barker.

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