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Teen Room Roundup

With a plethora of interests, hobbies, and sometimes messy habits, a teens bedroom can often be a challenge to design. Some parents (and their kids) would rather just close the door to the often unsightly views, but many want to leave the door open to show a well-designed room that reflects their childs unique interests and personality. After … [Read More...]

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Creative Vision Wednesday: Red Hot Eclectic

As you hopefully know, my blog is all about inspiring you through design and decorating ideas, tips, and do-it-yourself projects.  To further inspire you, I thought it would be fun to start a new series called Creative Vision Wednesday, where each hump day I will create and share a new Creative Vision Board for a new room in the home.  In … [Read More...]

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Happy Mother’s Day: Treasure the Moments

I wanted to take a few minutes this morning and wish all of the mom's out there, a very Happy Mother's Day!  Being a mother is the most exhausting, yet rewarding and gratifying part of being a woman. While it's only 10 a.m. on Sunday morning, we've already had 2 meltdowns, a  temper tantrum, a locked bathroom door (thankfully my daughter … [Read More...]

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UPrinting Giveaway

Since returning from our family getaway just over a week ago, I've been going through all our photos and trying to decide what pictures to print for the album and what to blow up to display around the house.  So many decisions!  I definitely need to update some of the family photos on the wall since there are quite a few that are pre- my second … [Read More...]

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10 Reasons to Hire an Interior Designer

It's been a little crazy around here lately and one of the reasons is because I just wrapped up three design jobs this week.  It's always so gratifying when a project is complete and the vision that I originally had for a space comes to fruition.  As I finished up the final details of these latest projects, each client said (in a different way, … [Read More...]

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Spring Front Porch {Reveal}

Confession... I didn't even have 5 minutes to start my staircase carpet removal this past weekend - Huge Bummer, I know!  I'm sure some of you are disappointed {I am} after my exciting Another DIY Project is Born post from Friday, buuuuut I have to say the weekend was not filled with R & R.  Instead of embarking on my latest DIY idea … [Read More...]

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The Beginning of a New DIY Project: Staircase

Ever wonder how I come up with the DIY projects around my home? I'll be honest, I don't often sit n' stew over things I want to do, but instead when a thought comes into my head, I ACT... quickly.  Time doesn't pass long without me getting my feet wet (meant figuratively, not literally - most of the time). Just moments ago (literally this … [Read More...]

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Happenings on the Homestead: Where is She?

Maybe some of you have asked yourself that very question over the past few weeks - Where is She?  With fewer posts, less DIY projects, limited social media interaction, and lots of guest posts, it may have crossed your mind that something happened to me.  Thankfully I can say nothing happened and all is well on the homefront, but the last month … [Read More...]

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Placemat Pillow

Happy Monday!  For the past week I've been a little MIA around the blogosphere because I was enjoying a much-needed vacation with my family and was without any form of technological communication - yes, crazy, I know and it was fabulous! I am officially "back", but have lots to catch up on, so I've got another blogging bud sharing a fun and … [Read More...]

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Anthropologie Knock-Off: Embellished Lamp Shade

I hope you're having a wonderful week!  Today my fabulous & talented blogging bud, Erin of How to Nest for Less is here sharing a fun and creative project that can change a room from blah to beautiful.  From crafts to home decor to sewing, Erin has some mad DIY skills, plus she's a super awesome photographer and photoshop guru (check out … [Read More...]

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How-To Make a Terrarium

I hope you had a nice weekend my friends!  I'm thrilled that my friend Brittany, the sensational and empowering DIYer behind Pretty Handy Girl, is here today sharing a fun DIY creation that brings the outdoors in. Brittany, show us what you got... I'm so excited to be guest posting on SAS Interiors today. Today I'm going to show you … [Read More...]

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5 Simple Must-Know Thrifting Tips

Even though it took us a while to find out her "real" name (sometimes I still want to call her Madigan), Shannon is the super creative and talented DIYer behind Madigan Made, where she shares simple DIY ideas for you and your home.  From crafting ideas to holiday creations to blogging tips, Shannon shares simple crafts & decor for everyday … [Read More...]

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Boy Bedroom Makeover {Reveal}

I've talked about it enough and now I am finally delivering... my son's bedroom is complete and I'm making the reveal {squeal}.  It's been enjoyable and fun to work on some new do-it-yourself projects and make some design updates in his room, but I'm also happy to say, it's DONE.  And what a coincidence that the reveal is today because it's also … [Read More...]

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5 Simple Steps to Complete Darkness + Giveaway

No I haven't turned to the Dark Side, but I now am in complete darkness thanks to my new blackout cellular shades.  Thanks to the fine folks of Payless Decor, I got the opportunity to hang & test their shades and I have to say they are different & better than what I expected!  Read on... I am a huge fan of layering window treatments, … [Read More...]

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15 Inspirational Outdoor Spaces: Part 2

With Spring in full swing, my mind has left the indoors and is focused on outdoor living.  Yesterday I shared 15 of my favorite outdoor spaces and today I'm sharing 15 more.  Let's bring the indoors out and be inspired by this outdoor living spaces. Beautiful summer table in shades of blue by Centsational Girl Relaxing outdoor oasis featured on … [Read More...]

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15 Inspirational Outdoor Spaces

Since the first 50 degree+ day a few weeks ago, I have been non-stop trying to tackle outdoor projects.  The Mister and I have been hard at work the last 3 weekends, transforming our side yard which has been in need of TLC since we moved in.  Two weeks ago we had about 15 trees removed (something that we couldn't DIY since they were 40-60' feet … [Read More...]

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An Office to Dream About

I often sit at my computer, in my home office, thinking and dreaming about my ideal office space. What colors would it be?  How would I introduce texture? How would the WOW-factor be met?  I'm very happy with my current desk and the changes that I recently made, but a girl can still dream, right?? This bright and cheery office space … [Read More...]

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My Favorite Colors for Spring 2012

Whether painting or adding a few new accessories or furniture, color is important to bring life into any space. Now that the long, drear days of winter are over, Spring is the perfect time of year to paint those beige walls and/or take a risk by buying that bright orange or yellow platter or vase that you've had your eye on for months!  You can … [Read More...]


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