spraktalk When we first moved into our cottage, the living room felt… well, a little too much like a waiting room. You know the type — stiff couches, boring colors, and zero personality. I wanted a space where my family could kick off shoes, curl up with a book, and where even guests felt like they’d … Read more
15 Small Cottage Kitchen Ideas for Cozy, Timeless Spaces When we moved into our tiny cottage kitchen, I quickly learned three things: The space was so small that if you blinked, you might accidentally trip over the dog. Storage? What’s that? But hey, it had character (and a very loud creaky floor). I wanted that … Read more
Cozy & Timeless: 15 English Cottage Bedroom Ideas When we first started redecorating our guest room, I kept saying I wanted “a little English cottage magic”—which, apparently, to my husband meant floral overload and a teacup on every surface. (Bless him for trying.) What I actually wanted was warmth. Texture. The feeling that you could … Read more
Welcome to the world of English cottage kitchens. Here, warmth and charm come together to make the perfect spot in your home. If you’re looking for cozy kitchen ideas, you’re in the right place. These kitchens use rustic materials and welcoming decor, loved by many homeowners. In this article, we’ll dive into 18 English Cottage … Read more
Here’s the truth: last spring, I tried to create one of those Pinterest-perfect mantels with cascading greenery and pastel everything… and somehow ended up with something that looked like a garden gnome threw up in my living room. There was too much faux everything. The tulips were shedding. The “elegant” egg garland I found on … Read more
15 Vintage Modern Bathroom Ideas: What I Wish I Knew Before Tiling Around a 1930s Sink When we bought our house, the bathroom still had a peach-colored toilet and tile that looked like it came straight from grandma’s guest suite. I had this dreamy idea of blending vintage charm with a bit of modern sanity—because … Read more
15 Gorgeous Spanish Kitchen Designs Showcasing Warm Elegance (…And That Time I Tried to DIY a Terracotta Backsplash and Ended Up with Caulk in My Hair) image by pixabay So here’s how it started: I fell down a Pinterest hole looking for “cozy rustic kitchen ideas” and three hours later, I was mentally living in … Read more
Trending Bathroom Color Ideas to Inspire Your Remodel (Or: How I Ended Up Painting My Bathroom Three Times in One Weekend and Still Kind of Love It) image by pixabay Let’s be honest—choosing a bathroom color should be easy. It’s just paint, right? Except somehow it always turns into a multi-hour Pinterest spiral, five unnecessary … Read more
Stylish Spring Fireplace Mantel Decor: 16 Inspiring Ideas (From Someone Who’s Burned a Candle Backwards… Twice) image by pixabay Hey there, friend. So, let’s talk mantels. Specifically, spring mantels. Because while my kitchen still has half a pinecone garland from Christmas (it’s fine, it’s natural), I’ve finally turned my attention to the fireplace, which—let’s be … Read more
Let’s be honest—building in Bloxburg starts off like a wholesome little hobby, and then hours later you’re spiraling because the porch roof won’t line up, your bushes are crooked, and now you’ve somehow accidentally deleted the mailbox. image by : PINTEREST Been there. More times than I’d like to admit. If you’re like me and … Read more