NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Our holiday kitchen and dining room

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As we settle into the third Christmas in our home, I’m getting a really good feel for what works and what doesn’t. I’m not someone who re-thinks my decor every year. I like what I like and I use what I use. Sometimes, I tweak things and rearrange. But mostly, our home feels the same […]

Where to find the best holiday decor

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Do you want to create a beautiful holiday home? You aren’t alone.

I love putting together a warm holiday home every year – with unexpected touches. And I often get asked where I found (fill in the blank). Because many pieces are unique – but also because I also try to put them together in a fun and creative way.

Fall porch decorations and all the pumpkins

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If you are new around here … sometimes I have a tendency to go a little “overboard.” 

Case in point: Pumpkins.

The truth is – I just want to acquire them all. A few pumpkins is never enough for me. I just feel like more is always more when it comes to pumpkins.

A neutral fall mantel

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I may have dragged my feet on fall in our home. But now it’s officially fall, and I’m gradually beginning to add autumn touches into our home.

It doesn’t happen overnight, but that’s okay.

I gradually add the fall touches to our house, which makes it fun instead of stressful. That means I’m always on the lookout for fun, seasonal decor inspiration. Because I’m not doing it overnight, I can make changes and adjustments throughout fall.

Easy summer curb appeal tips

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Every year, we take some small steps to improve the curb appeal of our home. After building our own home two years ago, our yard was pretty much just dirt. 

So every change – no matter how small – makes a huge difference in making the front of our home look a little more welcoming and beautiful. 

Our simple summer patio tour (with a view)

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Screened porch season has arrived. Turn on the ceiling fan, grab a glass of iced tea, and let your worries melt away. For real. If you need me, I’m on our DIY screened porch. I’m happy to be joining The Happy Housie again for her Summer Simplicity Porch and Patio tours. There are so many […]