While I design cabinetry you can't always afford the time and wait for custom built-ins! There are LOTS of Ikea Billy Bookcase Hacks online. They are a great staple and if you create a bottom or surround for them...
As long time Chip + Joanna fans, a shiplap somewhere in our home has always been a goal. At the same time, it has to work with the decor of that room. When we first started this home renovation, we...
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In one of my first newsletters I shared about my breakdown on the blue carpet during my first month in Virginia. It was such a glamorous moment. So I’m proud to announce I’ve had another one. : )-This round, it...
So often we find ourselves living in a space (or a whole home!) that is frustrating. But whether we’re saving money for it, waiting for a strike of decorating inspiration or potentially moving anyway, it can feel confusing whether or...
THE BOTTOM OF THE UA couple of years ago I heard the phrase ‘Being at the Bottom of the U’. It was during an interview where Marie Forleo and Todd Henry were discussing creative projects. (https://www.marieforleo.com/2015/08/find-your-voice/) The journey was explained...
Last Fall I decided to change a few things. I resigned from the executive job that I’d had for 20 years, left the downtown city life of Chicago that I loved, moved across the country leaving friends, a network, my...
Sweet Sanity was never my #dayjob. I am shocked to think that we have designed, printed and shipped 10,000 packages to 10,000 adorable clients who actually had 10,000 events we have been part of. Through and through the universe has...
Over the years I have always seemed to love the nooks and crannies in my apartments and homes. When first starting out, especially with roommates, taking advantage of whatever little spots where mine was so important. Making a corner feel...
For everyone labeling jars of jam this post's for you! In order to test out what size stickies fit best on which size jam jars I ordered an assorted box from Hope's Pantry on Etsy. These two ladies are passing on their...
