Welcome I'm Lauren

Hello! I am an empty-nester mom to twins and love gardening, crafts, recipes, travel and making my home the best it can be. I love sharing what I’m learning and discovering!

Crafts

Simple Chair Cushion Covers with Chair Ties (Pinterest Challenge)

How to Save & Hang a Jigsaw Puzzle (With No Frame!)

How to Frame & Hang a Paint By Numbers Canvas (Friday Finds)

DIY Beaded Wind Chimes

Decor

Seasonal Deep Cleaning Checklists for Homes With Kids and Pets

DIY Staircase Gallery Wall—Part 2

DIY Dreamcatcher Wall Decor

DIY Easy Panel Curtains

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Garden

Getting Ready to Winter Sow in New Jersey

Seeds to Buy Now for Spring Planting

Summer Raised Herb Garden — Pinterest Challenge Blog Hop

Creating a Raised Patio Garden — Pinterest Challenge Blog Hop

Home Improvement

Inexpensive Patio Pet Enclosure

How to Install a MirrorChic Bathroom Mirror Frame

Easy Patio Planter Posts for String Lights

Coat Closet to Kitchen Pantry Reveal

EXPLORE BY ROOM

Living room

Kitchen

Family Room

Bedroom

Bathroom

Lifestyle

AMZCHEF Coffee Grinder: Perfect Espresso at Home—A Review

Diamond Necklaces Are A Girl’s Best Friend—But I Chose This Trendy Style Instead (Plus Valentine’s Day Self-Gifting Ideas)

IGL Travel Hoop—Family Fun on the Go (One of My Favorite Christmas Gifts!)

Flexispot Kana Pro Bamboo Standing Desk Review (Mom Gifts – Amazon – Idea)

Recipes

Blended Strawberry Lemonade Recipe—Plus Amazing Amazon Prime Day Deals!

How Should Cream Be Prepared Before Churning? Practical Steps for Perfect Butter and Buttermilk

7 Cozy Dinner Ideas Perfect for Busy Family Nights

Cranberry-Lemon Shortbread Cookies Recipe (Perfect for Christmas & Holiday Parties!)

Travel

Sayen Gardens—A Peaceful Escape in Central NJ

7 Helpers To Prepare Your Body for a National Park Trip

How Settlement Amounts Are Determined in Car Accident Cases

How to Spot Slip Risks in Vacation Rentals

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