How our kitchen remodel made us a stronger couple
Our “Crayola Blue Ranch” was built in 1974, and if you’ve ever seen “That 70s Show”, our house could’ve been on it. From the funky colors to the big brick fireplace to the carpet choices,…
11 affordable kid-friendly rugs for the whole house
Of all the home goods to shop for, I think shopping for rugs is the most difficult. Let’s face it: they’re expensive! Some home items are worth an investment, but personally I just can’t justify…
8 tricks for when you’re decorating on a budget
I love getting new pieces for our home and making home updates—I mean really, who doesn’t like picking out something that comes in perfect condition neatly shipped to your front door? But let’s face it:…
The best affordable fake plants for those of us who just can’t with the real ones
Here on Everyday Mamas we’ve been running a series about the benefits of real houseplants, how to grow them, how much healthy air (and joy) they can bring to your home and even how it’s…
A case for the title “homemaker”
I really like filling out forms. I know that’s weird. Most people hate paperwork. But to me there’s something so satisfying about clearly printing important information in the little provided boxes. It’s like taking a…
What makes a house a home?
“Hitherto the Herb of Grace had been to them a summer home; they had known it only permeated with sun and light, flower-scented, windows and doors open wide. But now doors were shut, curtains drawn…
A floor-to-ceiling gallery wall you can DIY without breaking the budget
Like many families living in suburban, new-ish, generic-ish builds in Texas, we have a giant wall in our living room. It’s not that wide, but it is very tall because our living room is open…
Vintage decorating in a new-build home
There’s something about decorating with vintage pieces in a home. Part of what makes them so intriguing is that they’re not things you can find just anywhere. They have a story to tell. They often…
How (and why) to grow houseplants when you’re also busy growing kids
This article is part of a mini-series we’re doing about how to grow houseplants in your home. We’ve asked a few mamas to share their best tips and tricks, so whether your thumb is black…
Families shouldn’t be afraid to host dinner parties — here’s why
Parenting can be tough, and it can also be lonely. It can be hard to find time to go on a much-needed date night, let alone get together with other couples, and sometimes the idea…
Flooring Renovation: Asbestos Removal and Choosing the Perfect Floor Stain
We finally completed the renovation of our first-floor flooring, and like most renovations, it was a bit more involved than we initially hoped for. When we bought the house three years ago, we knew the…
Roses are red: 8 beautiful shades of a paint color you might not realize you love
Lots of us love blues, greens, whites, and greys. And if neutrals are more your thing, you might think you need to stay far away from a color like red. But we think it’s worth…
