One old house. Two young people. Plenty to do.
(2 votes)
Recent posts
I think this goes down in the record books as our first ever video reader redesign submission (though the transformation is just as fantastic in photo form). So if you haven’t already seen this time lapse of Susan’s couch upholstery makeover then you’ve just gotta check it out: I’m a long admirer of your blog and work! Recently my husband and I reupholstered our 8 1/2 foot long couch....read more
Posted 2 days 6 hours ago.
We’re back with our query o’ the week and this time we’re taking your pulse on sofa or sectional upholstery. Namely, do you prefer leather for its easy wipe and pet friendly benefits, slipcovers for their toss-in-the-wash simplicity, or some other textile like hardworking microfiber or a super soft velvet or chenille? We’re excited to hear where you stand on the issue....read more
Posted 2 days 8 hours ago.
Q: My dilemma is closets! I have two very small closets in my bedroom and I can’t seem to get a handle on keeping them organized and easy to use since they feel like they’re stuffed within an inch of their life!...read more
Posted 3 days 6 hours ago.
Like many of you (who mentioned it during this week’s giveaway from Smock Paper) Sherry and I are both notebook jotters as well. I’ve got a plain medium sized spiral notebook next to my computer at all times and Sherry keeps lists and reminders on everything from her desk calendar and random sheets of paper to magazine pages and a small notebook that fits in her purse....read more
Posted 3 days 8 hours ago.
We’re trying a new house plant on for size here at Casa Petersik, which might sound about as newsworthy as “John got a haircut,” but it’s actually quite a big deal for us. See, we usually stick with what we know in the plant department (read all about the plants that we know and love right here)....read more
Posted 4 days 4 hours ago.
We had a grand old time whipping up this nature-inspired mood board for anyone who’s looking to add some kick to their living or family room....read more
Posted 4 days 8 hours ago.
Hold on to your jaws people because otherwise they’ll be on the floor in a few moments. Jordan and her husband have totally flipped their kitchen for just over a thousand dollars. And the result is nothing short of spectacular. Here’s Jordan’s letter: I’ve been obsessed with y’alls blog for a while now. I check it every day!...read more
Posted 5 days 4 hours ago.
We’re back to share phase two of our big sunroom makeover with you guys. After painting the dark daybed white and bringing in our old guest room dresser and mirror for the first phase (which we affectionately refer to as our work-with-what-you-have phase) it was time to add two things to accentuate what we already had going on in the room. Paint and curtain rods....read more
Posted 5 days 9 hours ago.
***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries*** Who knew bamboo could be so beautiful? Well actually, the people behind Smock Paper did. They also know that bamboo is one of the most earth-friendly sources of paper out there....read more
Posted 6 days 5 hours ago.
Among other things, one quirk I inherited from my mom was my aversion to return lines. Sure, there’s really nothing to fear about going to customer service and returning a purchase that just didn’t work out, but somehow it made me uncomfortable. In most cases I’d rather just suck it up, consider it my bad for buying it, and call it a loss....read more
Posted 6 days 8 hours ago.