Our Home's Statement Wall

 

pc: Walmart

Statement walls can be a wall that is painted;  or a wall that draws the eye through choice of decor, pattern, or material:

pc: Kristi Kohut

pc: Domino Magazine

Luv it!

You Need an Accent Wall In Your Home

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Should 40-Year-Olds Sell or Upgrade Their Home?

Sell, or Upgrade --That is the question!!

Know your "Why". 

 Inevitably, more house means more problems.

 (Funny that we've done 4 out of 5 on their renovation list 😉)

Wisdom is too high for a fool: he openeth not his mouth in the gate. (Proverbs 24 )

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Kitchen Renovation: Open Concept Floor Plan

Yes, indeed, that is  why we renovated our kitchen -- a desire for a larger-looking space!! A few Before and After pictures below; particularly of the same wall corner in our living room. Our area is not as large nor professionally-staged as the linked articles, but it turned out well. We are pleased.

AFTER!

Kitchen of the Week: Opening the Layout Calms the Chaos

Opening the Layout Calms the Chaos

42 Open Concept Kitchen, Living Room and Dining Room Floor Plan Ideas

Proverbs 3



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Fifteen 15 Things to Help You Sell Your Home

The magazine article   states that you may be able to sell for 30% over asking price for  particular renovations. They are listed below.

 Most of us are looking for a good investment and do not want to waste money; so do proceed with caution as each of these home improvements cost extra dough $$$.  I should know as I have done 5 that are on the list and am still feeling the financial $$$ pinch, ouch. 

1.  Steam Shower

pc: Maeghan Brown

2.  Professional Appliances

pc: Talitha Bullock

3.  Entertainer/ Prep Sink

pc: Stephani Buchman

4.  Shed or Garage Studio

pc: JESSICA ISAAC

5.  Heated Floors

pc:  CODY GUILFOYLE

6.  Meditation Room

pc: JF  Rothenberg

7.  Wine Fridge

pc:  A Bengochea

8.  Chef's Kitchen

pc:  Talitha Bullock

9.  Herringbone / Parquet Floors

pc: Cody Guilfoyle

10.  Freestanding Tub

pc: Nicole Franzen

11.  Solar Panels

pc: R Rak

12.  Outdoor Fireplace

pc: M Vang

13.  Carrara Marble

pc: Grzywinski + Pons

14.  Home Theatre

pc:  Emily Henderson

15. Farmhouse Sink

pc:  SK Johnson

Read the entire Domino Magazine article H E R E

Make Your House Sell for More

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Spring Home Renovation: Painting the Front Door

 Spring has sprung! 

 Time to think of worthwhile projects for the home. Most anyone can pick up a paint brush and paint away at that front door. Helpful videos, coming up!

Houzz: Painted Front Door Stories


DIY: A Colorful Front Door


When to Paint Your Door BLACK

DoorShoppers (glass insert door)



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Daughter, the Neighborhood Pianist

pc: Town & Country Gardens

A Town & Country Gardens  delivery person knocked at our front door to drop-off a potted plant for our neighbors who were not home.  He made a beeline for our house and crossed  the cul-de-sac because our slightly open window made it possible for him to hear our daughter practicing the Piano.

There are 5 other houses he could have chosen, but he knew we were obviously home as he could hear the  pretty music (F. Chopin).  Mr Delivery Man complimented daughter's playing.  He also said a close relative of his had 3 Music degrees, and even mentioned something about the CSO.  He grew up surrounded by Music, obviously.  Now I know why he came to the house. I was pleased that he enjoyed what I am thankful to God to hear almost daily. This was also one instance I did not mind daughter talking with a stranger.

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands.

 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.

 Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations. (Psalm 100)

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