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Top 12 Posts and Projects of 2012
Well hello, 2013! How’s a bout a recap of the last year here at white house black shutters? I think we grew a lot and had some awesome stuff happening around here last year. Here are the best of the...
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Simple Egg Carton Snowflakes
Ahhhh, winter time. It’s the time of year when we are torn between hibernating and tackling stuff like crazy. I’m also always torn between decorating for Valentine’s Day or decorating with snowflakes....
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We Painted Our Trim White
There’s a project I’ve been wanting to tackle for the three years that we’ve lived here, and it’s finally done. Well, almost. Two weeks ago we dove into the project and didn’t look back. We primed all...
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How to Tackle a Project When You Have Kids
Recently we tackled a huge painting project around here that took two weeks and involved almost half of our house. We have three kids (3.5, 2.5, and 1) but try not to let that stop us from tackling...
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Mom Cave Makeover Reveal
Are you ready for my mom cave reveal? You are not going to believe this after. Does that even look like it could be a room in my house?! When I first talked about creating my mom cave, I thought it...
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Why I’m Boycotting Spray Paint
I didn’t know how quite how to say this, but I’ve been thinking about it about lately and I need to get it off my chest. I’ve decided I’m going to boycott spray paint. Yep, you heard that right. I’ve...
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Painted Burlap Bulletin Board and Dining Room Reveal
Recently, we painted our the beat-up, thick wood trim in our 77 year old home in hopes that it would brighten and update the space. And boy did it ever! I’ve already shared the huge difference painting...
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Color Blocked Easter Brunch Tablescape
I don’t do a lot of seasonal decorating, but there is just something about spring. Spring brings bright colors, whimiscal patterns, and a little bit of life into your home while the weather outside is...
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Floor Board Breakfast Bar
Right now I’m competing in a competition called Creating with the Stars and this breakfast bar was our entry for Round 1. It is one of my favorite projects to date and has transformed this space – it’s...
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Color Outside the Lines Printable Coloring Page
Round 2 of Creating with the Stars just let out and wah, wah wah. I didn’t make it through. I know, right?! I’m BUMMED. But holy cow, I am thrilled to have been chosen to compete in the first place!...
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Garden Inspired Artwork
Spring is here and all over Pinterest, blogs, and Facebook you’re probably seeing lots of gorgeous spring and garden inspiration: bright colors, luscious florals, greenery, burlap, and lots of life!...
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Picnic Date in the Park with My Mom
Many of my childhood memories are of going to the park with my mom. We would travel to parks in other towns and have a picnic lunch, bring our bikes and make a parade there, get ice cream, or go to a...
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Sunny Bedroom Update (and a Rug Giveaway!)
This post brought to you by Mohawk Flooring. All opinions and ideas are 100% my own. Our bedroom has always gotten the back burner decorating wise. Does that happen to you? The rest of the house has...
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31 Ways to Have a Better Day Printable
I’ve been asked by family, friends, and readers to make my ”31 Things to Do to Have a Better Day” post into a printable version. Ask and you shall receive! This list has helped me out even when I just...
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How to Tackle a Project When You Have Kids
Recently we tackled a huge painting project around here that took two weeks and involved almost half of our house. We have three kids (3.5, 2.5, and 1) but try not to let that stop us from tackling...
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DIY Sharpie Letter Garland with Free Printable
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Sharpie, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #StaplesSharpie http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO. Lately I have...
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Free Printable Popcorn Valentines
We are new to the whole Valentine thing. My oldest, Lily, isn’t in preschool but does go to what she calls “church preschool” every Sunday. I wanted to make a special treat for her to bring, but was...
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Letter Tracing Sheet Printable
My 5 year old and almost-4 year old have been really into practicing letters lately. Up to this point, I’ve just written them out for the kids to practice and we’ve filled up notebooks fast. I was...
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Donation Values Guide and Printable
I know this isn’t a super fun post, in fact, it’s talking about taxes. But I for one am super excited about this post. If you live in the US, our current tax code allows you to deduct charitable...
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40 Bags in 40 Days Coloring Book Pages
Have you been bitten by the coloring book bug? I have! I asked an artist friend to create a coloring book printable for our 40 BAGS IN 40 DAYS challenge. How fun is this? These were made by Lindsay,...
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