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Thoughts and advice about living and loving life authentically from Cynthia Harper

DIY Halloween Boxtumes

There’s no denying that everywhere you look, things from the 90’s are making a comeback. So I worked with Amazon Prime to reminisce about some iconic things from the 90’s and whip up some costumes that lent a playful nod to that era. As a child of the 90’s, I vividly remember using floppy disks […]

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How to Transform Vintage Furniture with Chalked Paint

This project began with a simple statement: “Mom, I want to be an artist, and I want a rainbow on my wall.” So we emptied out a corner of my daughter’s room and decided to create an art space for her. The first step was to find a desk and chair for this space, so […]

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Amazon’s Prime Day Sales

One of my favorite days of the year:  Amazon Prime Day!  A day that I get to stay at home in my yoga pants and messy mom bun, and shop amazing deals with free shipping right from my sofa.  With a cherry coke in my hand.  Boom.  It’s pretty much a dream come true!  So […]

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Exploring The Design Blogger Event at Delta Faucet

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Delta Faucet brand. All opinions are 100% mine. I took a giant leap out of my comfort zone earlier this month when I said YES upon being invited to the Design Blogger Event with Delta Faucet in Indianapolis.  It meant convincing myself to leave […]

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How to install hardwood floor

How to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors

Installing floors can feel like a big task but with a few tools and simple tips, you CAN install engineered hardwood floors yourself in a weekend.  Let’s take a closer look at the process so that you are equipped with what you need to tackle this project! The first thing to do is to get […]

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A Busy Mom’s Kitchen Hacks & Must Haves

Right now I am solidly in the “busy mom” phase of life, where I spend my days trying to balance all the things while making the best decisions I can for my family.  For many of us moms, the kitchen is the heart of the home.  So today I’m sharing with you a few simple […]

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Built In Bookshelf Tutorial

Design isn’t just about things looking pretty.  It’s also about helping your home function better for you and your family. This built-in bookshelf was born out of my observation that there were always books and magazines strewn haphazardly though out our living room.  And anytime I put them in a basket, it was out-of-sight out-of-mind, […]

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The Real Reel: A Look Back at the Highs & Lows of 2018

2018 was quite a year.  And to be honest, I can hardly believe it’s almost over.   Many people like to share their highlight reel of 2018, focusing only on the highlights, the top 9’s, and the most-liked pics.  However, my life is so much more than a highlight reel.  There were some very low lows […]

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5 tips on how to clean engineered hardwood floors

5 Tips on How to Clean Engineered Hardwoods Floors

Since flooring is not something that you change often in a home, it’s important to take good care of your floors so they can last a long time looking their best!   After considering the wide variety of flooring options that Avalon Flooring offers, I decided on engineered hardwood (7” Charlemagne Oak from the Verissimo series).  […]

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