A Potter’s Perfect 1800s Georgian Cottage
Name: Rebecca Wood, a potter and owner of R.Wood Studio Ceramics Location: Lexington, Georgia Size: 1,888 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, owned Tired of city life and a small yard, I moved 20 minutes out of town to the historic town of Lexington, and bought an 1865 house on three and a half acres. I made a list of all the things I desired for maximum happiness, then searched the realty sites every day for seven months.
Nov 18, 2018
11 Instagram Accounts to Follow If You Love Color
When you’re curled up inside on a gross, snowy day, the last thing you want to see more of is gray. Escape into a wonderful world of color — without leaving your couch. These bold, beautiful Instagram feeds showcase ultra-radiant homes stuffed full of funky, colorful accessories. Neon accent walls? Hot pink furniture? These designers and home lovers do it right. Liven up your life by following these 11 striking feeds.
Nov 18, 2018
The Unexpected Thing My Husband and I Did to Save Money for a Home
You need a little creativity to make ends meet these days. With wages stagnating and housing prices skyrocketing, people are looking for ways to cut expenses and boost their income. And that’s especially true for anyone trying to save for a down payment on a house. This was all top of mind several years ago when Sam (my now-husband, then-boyfriend) and I decided to move in together.
Nov 18, 2018
These 10 Home Trends Will Dominate 2019, According to Designers
New year, new you. Once January 1 rolls around, we all make these grand resolutions to make ourselves healthier, more positive, more productive, and all-around better people. We buy a fancy gym membership. We forgo our favorite takeout spot in favor of a healthy, home-cooked meal. We even promise ourselves to not hit the snooze button more than once (okay, twice). We commit to bettering ourselves—and rightfully so—but what about our homes?
Nov 18, 2018
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How Establishing My 5–9 (Yes, 5–9!) Routine Transformed My Day
Whether you spend the day chasing emails or toddlers (or both), we’re guessing that your 9–5 can get hectic. A calm morning can make all the difference for the rest of your day, and even though we can hear you laughing right now, “calm morning” doesn’t have to be an oxymoron. The trick? A 5–9 routine.
Nov 18, 2018