Jarrod and I started the house hunting process this past summer by biking to open houses on the weekends. The biking was great because I became more comfortable riding in the city and it gave us the opportunity to explore new streets. (The neighborhoods in which we'll be able to afford a house aren't neighborhoods we [...]
Here’s the deal: we’re house hunting! Those of you who follow me on Instagram likely already know this. More apt: Remodel the House You Don't Yet Own to Get the Home You Can't Afford We plan to buy a single family home in Chicago. In fact, we’re actively trying to buy a single family home in [...]
My IKEA VITTSJO nesting table hack gave me the luxury of some scrap metal pieces on which to test a few gold leafing paint options. I did a Google image search when I was considering what sort of paint to use, looking for some clear examples of the different types of finishes. I didn't have [...]
A few weeks ago Groupon offered a deal for the ReBuilding Exchange, which was new to me. I don't know how I had never come across it before now. In addition to an awesome salvaged goods shop, they offer workshops and job training, all with the goal of keeping usable materials out of landfills. Chicago [...]
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