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My living room built ins pack a big punch, and we’re surprisingly easy to build - with the right tools, of course!

Here are the MVPs in my tool kit for making the built ins come to life!

My living room built ins pack a big punch, and we’re surprisingly easy to build - with the right tools, of course! Here are the MVPs in my tool kit for making the built ins come to life!

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DIY Air Dry Clay Thanksgiving Place Card Supply List

Everything you’ll need to create your own place cards that double as personalized Christmas ornaments! #LTKhome

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My downstairs bathroom in my 1865 Victorian was stuck in a full-blown identity crisis—traditional, farmhouse, midcentury, and Spanish revival styles were all crammed into this one tiny space. While I’d love to do a full renovation of this bathroom at some point, for now, any changes I make will have to be quick and easy. But with one quick swap - a new vanity wall sconce- I instantly streamlined the design!

Not only did it help create a more cohesive look, but this sconce made the install so easy: It comes with three lighting temperature options and even includes a carabiner clip that holds the light in place while you wire it!

I finished off the new look with a little bit of countertop styling, and this bathroom no longer feels so chaotic! Perhaps I can put off a renovation in here for even longer… 🤔🤔🤔

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I’m still shocked these gold curtain holdbacks were under $7 each.

They add such a luxe, custom feel without the designer price tag - proof that small details really do make a big difference!

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I didn’t know how much I needed an @amerellewallplates rechargeable table lamp until I had one — and now I’m fully obsessed!

No cords to hide, no outlets to work around, and total freedom to move a cozy glow wherever the vibe calls for. So far, I’ve used them on bookshelves, fireplace mantels, dining tables, kitchen counters, bathrooms and even tucked into awkward corners that would never work with a plug-in lamp.

Best of all is Amerelle’s collection has a rechargeable lamp for just about any style — sleek, sculptural, and all just as functional as they are beautiful. With over a full day of lighting on a single charge and easy touch dimming, there’s no more struggling to light up a tricky space! #ad

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I’ve always envisioned this corner of my 1865 Victorian living room as a cozy reading nook, but without any electrical outlets, I had given up hope of making it happen… until @amerellewallplates launched their new line of rechargeable table lamps!

With it’s timeless design, touch sensor dimming and a battery life of up to 26+ hours, this lamp is the perfect addition to turn this corner into the perfect reading nook without a visit from the electrician!

Best of all, it’s even outdoor rated, so I can enjoy it throughout my home - even outdoors!

Want to shop my favorites from Amerelle’s newest collection?

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My living room sofa hasn’t arrived yet, but here’s a sneak peek! 👀 It’s in this post… but which one is it!?

(Hint: if you guessed the Savelle Sofa in the upper left hand corner, you nailed it!)

Manhattan Home Design is having an AWESOME Memorial Day sale and you can snag some of my faves at 20% this weekend with code MEM20!

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Fireplace Reveal The fireplace in my 1865 Victorian living room was a retrofit from the 1960s that was crumbling under our feet. The subfloor was cracked, the chimney column was damaged, the tiles were disintegrating, and the mantel was missing quite a few parts. Time for a DIY fireplace makeover!

Over the past few weeks, I demoed the old fireplace, fixed the subfloor, retiled the hearth (this was a JOURNEY…iykyk), and customized a new mantel to much better fit my living room vibes!

This DIY project turned out to be a favorite of mine, and I still have a hard time believing that I did it all myself!

Eventually, we’ll have a contractor run wiring for a new electric insert, but for now, I’m tickled with how she turned out!

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My DIY ceiling medallion expansion project packs a big punch with minimal effort - the perfect weekend DIY!

I rounded up everything you’ll need to replicate your own (including a pretty medallion to start you off if you don’t have one already)!

Happy making!

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My guest suite is one space that has barely been touched since we’ve moved in but we have guests arriving soon, so this space is getting an upgrade with my new Henley rug from @joannagaines latest collection with @loloirugs

It’s the plushiest rug I’ve ever stepped on (Tuna agrees with me!) and my guests are sure to love it! I finished off the space with a few Jett accent pillows from the same collab. Now this space is all ready to welcome our friends!

Check out all of my favorites from this collab in this latest post!

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My 1865 Victorian dining room makeover wouldn’t be complete without a few finishing touches: the accessories!

I chose to keep the decor quite minimal in for this space, because the wallpaper, chandelier and chairs are so bold. But I was still able to have some fun with a dramatic uplight, some candlesticks I painted a fun blue color, and an unexpected food-as-decor moment with a few artichokes!

Here are all the goodies I found to finish out this space and get it ready for the final reveal (that’ll be coming tomorrow)!

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My 1865 Victorian Dining Room Makeover is almost complete, and all that’s left is accessories! I’ve been eyeing some burl wood boxes to hold coasters and napkins but couldn’t justify the price tag, so today I DIYed them instead! 💪

I picked up some contact paper and craft boxes and got to work wrapping the boxes, and in just a few hours, I had a VERY convincing dupe! I finished things off with a DIY tassel I made from embroidery thread, and that really elevated the entire look! 😍

🛍️ Want to make your own burl wood boxes? I linked all the supplies in this LTK! Happy crafting!

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I made these super cute antique book boxes to store my family’s game collection, turning them into a fun set of functional decor!

I think this idea could be used for all kinds of storage solutions, and can be customized with any names/designs!

Check out the crafting supply list here for all the products I used! (And I also linked my inspiration too, just in case you’re not feeling crafty! 😉)

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It’s time to reveal the design for my 2024 air dry clay Thanksgiving place cards!

Last year’s place cards were such a huge hit that I couldn’t wait to share this year’s design! The best part is that everyone can take them home to hang them on their Christmas trees as ornaments, and use as stocking tags too! 🎄

If you’re looking to create your own place card for your holiday festivities this year, both my 2023 and 2024 designs are now offered as DIY Kits that include all the supplies you need and a video tutorial to complete this easy DIY holiday gift! Just follow the link in my bio, or shop the link below!

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PAINTING SUPPLY LIST

✨ This list goes hand in hand with my Painter’s Guide, which will be released the second week of November. Stay tuned for updates! ✨

A professional looking paint finish is easy to achieve at home, as long as you have the proper tools! But with tons of supplies on the market, how do you know what is going to work best for you?

Never fear: I’ve rounded up everything you’ll need to tackle your paint job from start to finish! I’ve tried oodles of painting products, and these ones have stood the test of time!

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While the viral walnut floor hack worked on my scratched hardwood floors, I wanted to protect them from further damage with a new runner from the new #cljxloloi collection from Loloi!

I linked all my favorites from this new drop, including the Louisa Lagoon/Ivory LOI-02 rug that I chose for the entryway.

I love that the collection is OEKO-TEX certified, so it’s a safe, family-friendly choice for this high-traffic area! I have so many Loloi rugs and pillows in my home and I’m so excited to add this one to the mix!

Which rug is your favorite??

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It’s an admin day at the NEST by Jess headquarters, and I’m sharing everything that helps me make the magic happen!

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Be the first to see a 👀 SNEAK PEEK 👀 of my new dining room chairs!

This very special dining room makeover needed some very special dining room chairs to go along with it, and nothing could be more perfect than these ones generously gifted from @theinside!

I wanted a chair that would be perfect for hosting holidays and dinner parties, and I wanted a comfortable chair with a thick cushion, arms to lounge on, and remain stylish and timeless for years to come!

But timeless doesn’t mean boring - I chose this fun, canary yellow performance velvet from The Inside’s extensive collection of showstopping fabrics and prints as a fun twist on a classic shape! 💛

Check out these chairs in all the fun patterns The Inside offers -They’re 20% off right now!

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Adding a faux leaded glass window film to my dining room window was such an easy DIY, added so much character and improved the view, all in under an hour!

I’d totally recommend adding some privacy and flair to your windows - I saved everything you’ll need, and my other favorite window film styles here!

For a step-by-step tutorial for applying the films, check out my IG Reel entitled “DIY Leaded Glass Windows” for all the info!

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While my new fireplace mantel is a salvage from another local Victorian home, I rounded up a list of my favorite similar options so you can add in some Victorian charm to your space!

Ranging in size, materials and shapes, there’s a perfect fireplace option for you on this list!

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As I’m starting to tile my dining room fireplace, I compiled a list of everything you’ll need to install tile in your own home!

Tiling is a safe, beginner-friendly DIY project (as long as you have the right tools!) and is an awesome way to change up the look of your home design!

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As I start to finalize my choices for my dining room DIY fireplace, I did a round up of my short-list of tile options! I definitely know that I want a marble mosaic, and I found SO MANY pretty ones while I was at Lowe’s!

I’ve been going back & forth trying to pick my favorite, and I just can’t decide - there are too many goodies to choose from!

Which one would you pick?? Let me know!

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As I’m in the process of wallpapering my dining room with the most gorgeous mural, I wanted to share the tools you’ll need to tackle this DIY yourself!

Wallpapering might seem intimidating, but it’s easier than you’d think, especially with the right tools!

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Outdoor Rugs ☀️

Not only do outdoor rugs keep your feet cool from the scorching sun, they go a long way in transforming your backyard spaces!

While I was in the hunt for the perfect outdoor rugs for my pool deck, I rounded up some of my favorites for you! My deck and porch are concrete, so I leaned into the natural jute rug look to soften all the grey - do you think I picked the right ones?

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Outdoor Pillows ☀️

Get cozy with outdoor pillows! A new pillow can change up the look of your outdoor sofas or sun loungers, and can add some major style too!

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Outdoor Accessories

A few well-placed accessories can amp up your backyard into a true resort!

Complete your pool deck with some planters or new pillows, and zhuzh your back porch with some cute decor: I rounded up some of my favorites for you here!

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Pool Towels 🧖🏻‍♀️

No beach day would be complete without a beach towel!

Here are the best (and cutest) pool towels and beach blankets to keep you dry all summer long!

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Pool floats 🛟

Does anything scream summer more than an extra cute pool float??

Lounge in style with the coolest pool rings, chaise floats, drink caddies and even an inflatable animal?!

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Outdoor Solar Lighting 💡

While solar lights are a great, eco friendly way to light up your yard, they can sometimes be a bit… ugly 🙈 It was a challenge, but I rounded up the cutest ones in today’s post!

Harness the power of the sun to illuminate your evening outdoor soirées with solar landscape lighting.

From lanterns to spotlights, there’s a garden light for every corner of your backyard.

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Outdoor side tables ☀️

Is there anything more luxurious than having a place to sit down your drink and magazine, while you take a dip in the pool?

These outdoor accent tables go along way and add design and function to your outdoor spaces. I picked my favorite ones for my pool deck, but which one calls to you most ?

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Outdoor Umbrellas and Shades ⛱️

I’m on the hunt for the best outdoor umbrellas and sun shades to add to my backyard pool design, and I had to share the cutest ones!

I narrowed down my favorites for my pool deck, but which one is your favorite?

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Outdoor Sun Lounger Daybeds ☀️

I’m on the hunt for the *perfect* pool deck chaise lounge, and I rounded up all of my favorites I came across during my search!

I think I found my favorite, but I need to know: which one do you like best?

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Valentine’s Day Tablescape 💕

Everything you’ll need to create these DIY crafts, and everything else too (the dress is sold out in pink, but there are a bunch of other colors in stock)!

Perfect for Valentines, Galentine’s and more!

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I gave my dining room a little refresh with the latest Chris Loves Julia x Loloi collection, and I had to share all of my favorites from this drop!

I’ve used Loloi rugs time & time again in my home (and my clients’ spaces) because I love their quality- it’s unbeatable for their price point. Plus, they hold up to my two dogs, and that’s saying something!

Check out this entire collection - it’s one to not miss!

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Christmas Fabric Crackers Supply List

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Christmas Swag Supply List

All the supplies needed to make your own festive swags. The perfect accent for chair backs, doors, hutches, light fixtures and more!

Fully completed holiday swags are available for purchase via the link in my Instagram bio! 🛍️

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