Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Cabinet Organizers with Drawers

If you are anything like me your cabinets are always a mess. Need something quickly? Good luck! Buy a replacement bottle of dish detergent? Just stack it on top of that pile of Magic Erasers and hope for the best!

Luckily, I have found a solution - these cabinet organizers with drawers! They provide an additional tier for storage as well as a drawer for the base level in order to increase accessibility. Some also come with hooks to hang things off the sides as well as what can only be described as a cup holder to hold sponges, small bottles, etc. No more digging through piles of mess to find what you need. Now everything is organized and accessible!

Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Leaf Chute

It’s officially leaf season and while that means the scenery is beautiful, it also means that the yardwork is fairly relentless. Trying to put yard waste in paper bags can be so frustrating. It seems that they are constantly collapsing, falling over, or not staying open. And where I live, the city empties the bags rather than composting them. While I am all about reusing things, a paper bag that has been used multiple times DEFINITELY doesn’t keep its shape.

GadgetsCaroline SellarsOctober 3, 2022yard, cleaning, leaf, leaves, pinestraw, yardwaste, yard waste, waste, paper bag, paper, clean, clean-up, clean up, cleanupComment

Autumn Stovetop Potpourri

There is a chill in the air and Autumn is officially here! Whether you like Pumpkin Spice everything or not, there is something about the smell of cinnamon, cloves, apples, and pumpkin spice that just screams Fall. Want a cheap and easy way to usher in Autumn or set the mood for your next seasonal get together? Follow this easy recipe for stovetop potpourri and instantly bring out those Hygge vibes!

How-to, StagingCaroline SellarsSeptember 29, 2022potpourri, autumn, fall, stovetop, scent, hygge Comment

Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Cord Clips

If your office is anything like mine, you are constantly on the hunt for the right cord. Everything these days seems to have a cord and they are never where you need them to be when you need them. It seems they are ALWAYS falling behind the desk. (Side note - is it just me or are cords always just a little bit shorter than you need them to be?)

West Elm Feminine Woodland Bedroom - Shop the Look

To me, each season is not just a time of year but a feeling. Spring feels lighthearted and cheerful with its lighter colors and textures yet still calls for layers. One of my favorite parts of Autumn is the sense of coziness that comes with the changing colors and the shorter days. The season calls for more layers and more comfort - the foundations of the principle of Hygge.

Shop The LookCaroline SellarsSeptember 14, 2022west elm, feminine, woodland, cozy, hygge, bedroom, master bedroom, primary bedroom, benjamin moore, SPring, Spring, spring, Autumn, FallComment

Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Drill Brush Attachment

As a whole, this set is perfect for scrubbing hard to reach places (e.g. the nooks and crannies of a hub cap) and for giving a little extra oomph to cleaning things that require heavy duty scrubbing (e.g. grout). I frequently use it to clean a piece of furniture before refinishing it because it is so helpful for getting off grime that I can’t get no matter how hard I try.

Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Light Splitter

One of the things that drives me nuts about the house is the lack of lighting options. Each room has 1 light, no matter how large or how small. That usually translates to 1 LIGHTBULB per room. We kind of operate under the BYOFL rule - bring your own flash light.

But I no longer need to feel like a mole! I recently discovered this light splitter and it has been a game changer!

Gadgets, How-toCaroline SellarsSeptember 7, 2022light splitter, lighting, light, gadget, gadgets, splitter, socketComment

Gadget I Didn't Know I Needed - Rust-Oleum Comfort Grip

I’ve had Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for years and even using a can of spray paint for a short period of time will leave my hand numb (or at least tingly) for a couple of days. So imagine how excited I was when I found the Rust-Oleum Comfort Grip!

Stone-Look Vase Hack

A trend we are seeing a lot right now is the use of pieces of pottery/stoneware with an old-world feel. These pieces aren’t perfectly polished and the imperfections are part of the appeal. However if you aren’t bringing back authentic ancient relics from your frequent travels around the globe (me neither) then you either have to buy an expensive imitation or create your own.

How-toCaroline SellarsSeptember 1, 2022dish, pot, pottery, antique, hack, how, how to, how-to, tutorial, concrete, cement, spray paintComment

No-Sew Pinch Pleat Curtains Hack

Finding curtains that are just the right length can seem almost impossible. And having drapes custom-made can be cost prohibitive. Try sewing them yourself? Well, let’s just say my grandmother would roll over in her grave if she saw my attempts at using a sewing machine.

So what’s the solution? No-sew pinch pleat curtains! All you need is the fabric of your choice, iron-on hem tape, an iron, a standard stapler, and curtain rings with clips.

Renter Friendly Design That is Actually Landlord Approved

In the past few years, more attention than ever has been given to renter-friendly design. As house prices have drastically increased, many people have found themselves priced out of the housing market and settling in to the renter life. And while a new home can be an exciting blank canvas for self expression, rentals often come with a laundry list of stipulations that regulate what a tenant can and cannot do to personalize their space. Luckily, there are several things that can be done to make your new house feel like home, no matter how long you plan on living there.

Serena and Lily Cane Headboard Dupe

I have been eyeing the Harbour Cane bed from Serena and Lily for a while. I love the natural feel found in the caning detail accented with the white frame. However, at almost $4000, I decided to go for something less expensive. There are several options with similar looks from various retailers. (Click on the photos to be taken to the retailers’ sites for further details.)

If you know me, you know that I love a good DIY. So, after a few weeks of thrifting, I found the perfect king sized headboard to modify for only $30 at our local Habitat Restore.

Airy Modern Boho Living Room - Shop the Look

For this e-design client project, I wanted the room to feel like Spring - light and airy, contemporary yet comfortable. My client recently moved from NC to a condo in a larger city in South Florida for a promotion with work and wants her space to reflect her more mature status yet maintain her youthful spirit. She loves a modern boho style and wants to incorporate some of the 80’s aesthetic.

*See something you like? Click on the “shop it” links below to purchase!

Shop The LookCaroline SellarsJuly 25, 2022airy, modern, boho, living, room, living room, anthropologie, west elm, rugs.com, jute rug, shop the look, mintedComment

Wallpaper Wednesday - Tips and Tricks

Have you tried hanging peel-and-stick wallpaper yet? I have hung peel-and-stick wallpaper several times but still have so much to learn. However, after completing several projects, I can confidently say that there are a few things that have helped me tremendously. Let’s look at a few things you may need to get started.

Wallpaper Wednesday - Home Office

These days, more people are working from home than ever before. Whether your clients come into your home office virtually or in-person, having a home office that expresses a feeling of confidence and professionalism can help establish you as someone who is truly an expert in their field. Look out Zoom backgrounds - you have met your match!

Wallpaper Wednesday - Dining Room

These days, the need for a formal dining room seems to be decreasing. Many newly constructed homes opt for a home office and a large dining area incorporated into the kitchen rather than a small breakfast nook and a dining room. Whether you have a formal dining room or an informal space in your open floor plan devoted to eating, these wallpapers will help your dining space be a showstopper at your next dinner party!

Wallpaper Wednesday - Primary Bedroom

The Primary Bedroom is meant to be a place of refuge. That can mean wildly different things to different people, resulting a wide variety of wants and needs. For some that means a bright and airy space to feel calm and rejuvenated. For others who may work nights, a dark space that blocks out all daylight might be necessary, resulting in a moody den-like feel. Whatever your needs, there is a wallpaper that will set the desired mood!

Wallpaper Wednesday - Inspiration

Since starting this Wallpaper Wednesday series, I have gotten several questions and comments in my inbox regarding wallpaper feeling too “busy” for a space. And you know what? I 100% agree…sometimes. For some of the patterns I have shared, I think I would go crazy if all 4 walls were covered in it. Therefore, let’s go over a few ways wallpaper can be used without being overwhelming.

Wallpaper Wednesday - Nursery

There is something about babies that makes you want to buy all of the cute things. Think about the last time you went into a children’s store and saw something incredibly soft and cute. Didn’t you immediately try to think of someone you know who is having a baby just so you could buy it? No? Just me? Hmmm… To me, these wallpaper prints are the same way. They are so sweet and cute that I instantly start thinking of how I would decorate a nursery. And no, no more babies for me!

Wallpaper Wednesday, Shop The LookCaroline SellarsJune 8, 2022nursery, wallpaper, feature wall, decor, linksComment

Wallpaper Wednesday - Bathroom

Looking for an opportunity to really have some fun in your home? This is it! Powder bathrooms are typically small and tucked away so if you go dark and moody or bold and bright you don’t have to worry about it overwhelming a main living space. Have a favorite hobby, animal, or vacation spot? The powder bath is the perfect opportunity to give visitors a little bit of insight into what really makes you tick!

Shop The Look, Wallpaper WednesdayCaroline SellarsJune 1, 2022wallpaper, peel-and-stick, accent wall, bathroom, decorComment

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