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Celebrating Graduation in a Big Way – Mega Yard Display

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Thanks to Card My Yard Millstone for partnering with Mom Home Guide for this post. Yesterday my twins graduated from high school! I can't believe how quickly time has flown! Surprisingly, I didn't cry at their graduation ceremony yesterday. But I admit that I did cry the night before! I happened to drive by my kids' high school Tuesday evening and got weepy. I realized that I will no longer be driving my twins to school! Even though I thought I didn't like driving them to school at about 7 am whenever they missed the school bus, I did enjoy those times together in the car. I've Continue reading...

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Easy Ways to Update a Bathroom on a Budget

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If you have been following my blog, you might have noticed that I have been updating my home's master bathroom little by little with budget DIY bathroom projects. I think I can finally say that it's complete! I totally have changed the look of my home's builder-grade bathroom. I like the way it looks now! You can give your bathroom a budget makeover, too! Take a look at these easy DIY bathroom projects that you can do. Paint Your Oak Vanity If your home is like mine, the bathroom came complete with oak vanities. Not too exciting. Or perhaps you just want to change the color Continue reading...

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Easy Budget Sink Update

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This post contains affiliate links. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission that helps fund this blog. Thank you! If you have been following my blog, you may have noticed that I've been updating my previously boring and blah builder-grade bathroom bit by bit. I painted a stenciled feature wall using a Cutting Edge stencil, painted the oak vanity with DecoArt Satin Enamels Paint, installed an easy to hang MirrorChic bathroom mirror frame and added a beautiful glossy painted Giani marble counter! (I painted and updated the counter myself!) I Continue reading...

Countertop that looks like new after being painted with a Giani marble countertop kit

The Secret to Getting Marble Counters on a Budget

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Thanks to the makers of the Giani Marble Countertop Kit for partnering with me on this post. All opinions expressed in this post are my own. This post contains affiliate links. These links won't cost you anything, but may earn me a small commission. My husband and I have owned our home for about 19 years now. Some things in our house are starting to show their age. With two daughters entering college in the fall, I have been looking for ways to update my home on a budget. Luckily, I have found a fantastic way to update kitchen and bathroom counters. I recently used a Giani Carrara White Continue reading...

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Decorating with Velvet

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Today’s guest post is provided by Yorkshire Fabric Shop, a provider in Yorkshire, United Kingdom, of quality upholstery fabrics from around the world. Thanks to Yorkshire Fabric Shop for sponsoring this post. The elegant look of velvet has made many homeowners look forward to buying it. Many would prefer buying velvet fabric among all other fabrics, as it drapes beautifully when used as curtains and is a luxurious fabric for upholstery. Velvet fabric is a must-have for many homeowners and is preferred by many for decorating their houses. Velvet is a fabric that tops other fabrics out Continue reading...

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Original Paintings Mother’s Day Art Giveaway

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With Mother's Day only a few days away, I thought it would be fun to host a Mother's Day giveaway here on Mom Home Guide! I love displaying artwork throughout my home - especially ones filled with vibrant and happy colors. Local New Jersey artist Sir13 will be giving away a pair of 8x8" limited edition original abstract artwork (valued at $450) from his Urban Collection to one lucky Mom Home Guide reader. (Read down to the bottom of this post for information on how to enter!) I think just about any mom would love to receive these paintings as a gift from this Mother's Day art Continue reading...

suncatcher craft with mason jar ring, iridescent beads and duck tape

Duck Tape & Mason Jar Ring Suncatcher Craft

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This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Today I am joining my blogging friends to share upcycled crafts! I enjoy suncatcher crafts, so I made a quick and easy suncatcher using a mason jar ring, small iridescent plastic beads, clear Duck tape and some string. I found all these items in my home. This is a fun craft to complete with kids. Be sure to check all my blogging friends' projects, too! (You can see thumbnail photos of their projects at the end of this post, or click on the links below.) Farm Girl Reformed | Sew Crafty Crochet | Mom Home GuideTreasures Made from Yarn | Continue reading...

DIY flower terra cotta pot wind chimes with beads and bells

DIY Flower Pot Beaded Wind Chimes

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This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I am happy that spring has finally arrived here in New Jersey! I am loving all the daffodils that are blooming in my front yard. I adore the warmer temperatures. I was feeling crafty recently, so I did a quick and easy craft for my backyard - wind chimes! I used an old terra cotta pot that I spray painted, cut out some vinyl designs with my Silhouette machine, and strung some beads and mini bells together. I got the beads and cute mini bells from Amazon. Terra Cotta pot wind chimes are a fun and easy craft. Terra Cotta Pot Wind Continue reading...

Recliner Chair Sofa Review (Friday Finds)

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Thanks to Yaheetech for providing me with the recliner chair sofa reviewed in this post. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Happy Friday, everyone! Thanks for stopping by! Today I am sharing something that my family and I have added to our family room - a beautiful new recliner chair sofa from Yaheetech! The recliner has a small footprint, and is excellent for relaxing at home. It's perfect for my home's narrow living room. I am sharing my review of the Yaheetech Recliner Chair Sofa as part of my regular Friday Finds column. In the column I share reviews of products that I Continue reading...

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How to Paint a Bathroom Cabinet in a Weekend

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Thanks to DecoArt for providing products used in my bathroom makeover. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I have been slowly working to update my home's master bathroom. Just before our daughters were born, my husband and I purchased our home in 2002. The master bathroom came with standard features - white tile floor, a large unframed bathroom mirror and an oak bathroom vanity. Today I am sharing how I easily painted the bathroom cabinet / vanity. Painting a bathroom cabinet is something you can do this coming weekend! I used Americana Decor Satin Enamels Paint by DecoArt (in Continue reading...

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Zen Fairy Garden

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This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Welcome to the Pinterest Challenge blog hop! Once a month I get together with my blogging friends to tackle projects along a related theme. This month's theme is fairy gardens! The purpose of this Pinterest Challenge is to motivate us to not just pin, but to make it happen! I decided to create a Zen fairy garden for my home's living room. My Zen fairy garden was inspired by mini fairy garden by Natalie Linda. I recently purchased a beautiful succulent planter/live arrangement from Etsy Shop, Arosezen. Arosezen sells beautiful succulent and Continue reading...

MirrorChic bathroom mirror frame

How to Install a MirrorChic Bathroom Mirror Frame

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Thanks to MirrorChic for providing me with the mirror frame shown in this post. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Welcome to Friday Finds! On Fridays I share products that I've tried and love. Today I am reviewing a bathroom mirror frame from MirrorChic.com. MirrorChic crafts custom mirror frames for bathroom mirrors. These beautiful and affordable mirror frames make it easy to frame any frameless builder grade bathroom mirror. Check out my how to video on how to assemble and install a MirrorChic mirror (at the end of this post). Beautiful Budget Bathroom Upgrades Over Continue reading...

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Thursday Thoughts (New Read, Product Finds and DIY projects)

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Thanks to LifeWit, MirrorChic and SheSpeaks for the products described in this post. This post contains Amazon affiliate links at no cost to you. Happy Thursday! Today I thought I'd share a few things I've been up to this week. I hope everyone's week has been going well! Fluffy, Hypoallergenic Pillows This week I've been enjoying more time sleeping than I usually do. I am an incorrigible night owl, so I often burn the midnight oil. But, I've recently gotten two new hypoallergenic down alternative pillows from LifeWit ($39.99 per King pair on Amazon), so I've been managing to go to Continue reading...

Lisa Audit canvas print by PhotoWall

PhotoWall Canvas Print Review (Friday Finds) Plus 25% Off Code

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Thanks to Photowall for providing the print reviewed in this post. Happy Friday! It's been a cold and snowy week here in New Jersey, leaving me to spend most of my time indoors. That's one reason I was especially happy to receive my new beautiful canvas print from Swedish wallpaper and print company, PhotoWall. I chose to review a 31.5 x 19.69 inch "Light Forest" canvas print by Canadian artist, Lisa Audit. My print is a beautiful depiction of a birch forest. In the print, stark but beautiful white birch trees stand tall against a winter sky. I am reviewing the print as part of my Continue reading...

Spring Bird Grapevine Wreath with Lace and Ivy

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This post contains Amazon affiliate links at no cost to you. I can't believe that spring is only a little more than a month away! I love springtime. I enjoy hearing the birds return and seeing trees start to green and early perennials pop up in gardens and on lawns. (I planted some crocus in my front lawn last fall, so I excited to see those bloom.) I decided to make a quick and easy spring bird grapevine wreath to celebrate spring's upcoming arrival! I am sharing this post as part of the Pinterest Challenge Blog Hop. Today my blogging friends and I all will be sharing our own homemade Continue reading...

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Custom Bamboo Cutting Board and Chopping Knife Set Review

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Thanks to Lazer Designs for sponsoring this post. I received the described custom cutting board and chopping knife set in exchange for my review. I love personalized items and think they make great gifts. I recently received a personalized bamboo carving board and chopping knife set from Lazer Designs. I love it! The bamboo cutting board and knife are engraved with my blog's name and logo, and I think they both are super cute! I love sharing quality home products here on the blog, and I also like cooking and baking new recipes for my family. So when Lazer Designs asked if I'd like to Continue reading...

Sweet glass vase filled with faux roses and hydrangea with a farmhouse home sign

Sweet Valentine’s Day Rose and Hydrangea Bouquet (Friday Finds)

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Thanks to Nearly Natural for providing me with the bouquet described in this review. Welcome to Friday Finds! I love fresh flowers. If I could, I would have a vase full of them daily in my home. Always having fresh flowers would make me happy, but not perhaps my wallet. Luckily for me, I recently received a lovely bouquet of faux rose and hydrangea from Nearly Natural, just in time for Valentine's Day. They look so good that I had to inform my daughters that they aren't real! I am sharing my new artificial flower arrangement as part of my regular Friday Finds column. In this column I Continue reading...

A pretty straw tote decorated for Valentine's Day with a pom pom garland, heart scarf, faux flowers and felt and paper hearts.

Pretty Valentine’s Day Tote

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This post contains Amazon affiliate links, at no additional cost to you. Now that February is here, Valentine's Day is around the corner! Today I am taking a cue from one of my fellow bloggers -- Julie of My Wee Abode. Julie and I met one year at the Haven blogging conference. She blogs about small home solutions. She creates the most darling spaces with a few well placed and chosen details. She is an expert at making a big statement with small spaces! She recently created some sweet Valentine's decor from a woven tote. I already had an adorable straw tote hanging in my bedroom, so I Continue reading...

wedding portrait of Lauren Kim and her husband

Hang a Canvas Easily Without Nails (Friday Finds)

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This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. This Christmas, one of my teen daughters surprised my husband and me with a portrait of us that she painted. I was amazed by her painting. Her painted canvas is a beautiful depiction of my husband and me on our wedding day. I love it! I immediately wanted to put the canvas up on a wall. I wanted to hang the canvas without nails. (In my experience, there never is a stud in the spot you want to put a picture. Plus, I'd rather not have to get out a hammer.) My husband and I don't have any large framed photos from our wedding day. We couldn't Continue reading...

beautiful reddish pink perennials against a white picket fencer

Friluftsliv – Why This Could be the Biggest Home Decor Trend in 2021

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Happy New Year, everyone! 2021 is finally here. Although 2020 is over, life still isn't back to normal, as many of us socially distance/isolate ourselves to help stop the spread of Covid. But there is a lot you can do to make 2021 a better year - that's where the growing trend of Friluftsliv comes in. Friluftsli - And How It Can Improve Your Life in 2021 What is Friluftsliv? Pronounced "ree-loofts-liv," Friluftsliv is a Scandinavian word that means open air living. The Scandinavians inspired the cozy hygge lifestyle, and now people are embracing the Scandinavian concept of Friluftsliv, a Continue reading...

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