NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Primed and painting

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When it comes to painting an entire house, the idea can be overwhelming. That is a LOT of walls. And don’t even start thinking about the ceilings or you’ll need a drink. But just like eating an elephant, you can do it one bite at a time. And when the plaster was all ready, we still had to […]

Inspired: Upstairs bathroom

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Another week, another bathroom! This time, I’m sharing the ideas and inspiration I’m pulling together for our upstairs bathroom, which is really the main bathroom. For this one, I’m aiming for a classic, timeless look. I really want it to be really warm and neutral. It’s nothing fancy (and everything is 100 percent on a low budget […]

Inspired: Moody downstairs bathroom

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I believe it should be in the Constitution that a bathroom on every floor in a two-story house is a matter of liberty. This is really about freedom. I’m serious. It’s my platform when I run for President. I will win by a landslide. In our last house, we only had one bathroom and it was upstairs. And […]

Love grows best in little houses (and free Silhouette cut file)

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I’m going to come clean … I’m tired of living in a tiny space. Sigh. I can talk about all the virtues of living small. I can talk about the great things that have come from getting rid of the stuff. And it’s all true and right and good. But the truth is, I’m ready […]

The lazy gal’s guide: using vinyl to make perfect “chalkboard art”

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I love myself a good chalkboard. They are perfect for home decor, parties and everyday fun! I have chalkboards everywhere. If you stand still long enough, I may cover you in chalkboard paint. But not everyone is a wonderful chalkboard artist. Raising my hand. Here’s the thing. I have finished some “traditional” chalkboards that I […]

Inspired: dining room

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I like to spend too much time day-dreaming about how our new house will look when it’s all done. Like 10 years from now, when the stress and pressure of building is far behind us and there are no more projects and we are just bored and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Hey. A girl can […]