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How to add bead board for instant character

My goal has always been to add character to my bland builders grade home.  This corner in my kitchen was next on the list! I decided I wanted to add bead board to this nook to create texture and personality. I also was really drawn to the idea of a shelf with pegs underneath. Here […]

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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 Decorate a Kids Room. Girls room by Cynthia Harper.

How to Refresh Your Kids Room to Create a Space You’ll Both Love

Use a New Rug to Infuse Color Into the Space. Most kids love bright colors, and while the thought of painting their walls some offensively bright color might make you cringe, there’s a much easier alternative to infuse their favorite colors into their room: with a new rug!  Anytime I am designing a space, a […]

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Budget friendly before and after photos.

DIY Home Transformations: 2 Days – $200 Transformations

Where it all began… We are all familiar with budget-friendly projects, but time is a valuable resource too, and I was craving a way to spruce up my basic builder grade bathroom quickly and affordably before an upcoming photo shoot.  I knew I didn’t want to put much money into the bathroom because we hope […]

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Fall Home Decor Ideas and Inspiration

Fall Decor: A Simplified Approach

Today I’m excited to be sharing my simplified approach to fall decor with you!  Since my family spends the most time in our living room and kitchen, I decided to focus my decorating efforts there first.    I love the coziness of fall and its warm hues, and I’m excited to show how I  incorporate […]

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5 Simple & Affordable tips for fall home decor by Cynthia Harper.

5 Simple & Affordable Ways to Decorate for Fall

Are you looking for Simple & Afforadable Ways to Decorate for the Fall Season?  Ideas that (gasp!) don’t necessarily involve pumpkins 😉   Here I’m sharing 5 Tips for Creating Simple and Budget Friendly Fall Decor: Tip 1: Use spray paint to make what you already own “feel” like fall. Take those galvanized lanterns you’ve got […]

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Add texture to your home with baskets.

Simple Tips for Adding Texture to A Room

I’ve had many conversations where people tell me that they feel like rooms in their home are just falling flat.  Often times, they’ve even purchased items for the room recently, but still are not in love with the space.  They feel like something is missing and they aren’t sure what?!  While there can be a variety of […]

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Best faux greenery for your home. Where to buy fake plants.

Best Options for Faux Plants that Look Real

I get asked quite often for tips on how I keep my plants alive and thriving.  But the truth is…they’re not thriving…they’re fake!   Give me a real plant, and you are pretty much giving it a death sentence. Lol.  Just ask my husband.  I often forget to water real plants, because life gets busy and […]

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5 Simple Tips for Adding Spring to Your Home

When seasons change, I often find myself feeling compelled to switch things up in my home decor.  However, I like to decorate for the seasons in simple and subtle ways.  So here are my top 5 effortless budget-friendly tips for creating a subtle spring vibes in your home! TIP #1: Add a grouping of greenery […]

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