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Home wasn’t built in a day. Enjoy the journey.
We’re Robert & Lauren Shaver, a DIY-loving duo just fighting the good fight in making our house a home, one renovation and thrifted decorating adventure at a time. We believe the journey of turning a house into a home is half the fun. We’re so glad you’re here, and we hope you feel inspired to love the home you have. Hang out!
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The Most Realistic Fake Pumpkins in 2026
A round up of the most realistic fake pumpkins for all budgets perfect for low maintenance fall front porch decor. I’ve officially had enough. Enough of tossing rotten pumpkins after only 3 weeks. Enough of cleaning pumpkin goo off of our porch steps. DEFINITELY enough of spending more money to replace said rotten pumpkins because…
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Home is more than a place. It’s a feeling.
Our surroundings matter. In a world of packed calendars, long to-do lists, and noise, we believe now more than ever that home should be your soft place to land. It doesn’t require a large budget to make that happen. Our philosophy is you shouldn’t have to sacrifice style for the sake of a smaller price tag… it just takes an extra dose of out-of-the-box thinking. That’s why we’re here for you. We believe in creating beauty right where you are to love the home you already have so it can love you right back.
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The Biggest Paint Color Mistakes People Make (And How to Avoid Them)
This post is sponsored by Samplize. All opinions are my own. Recently, Robert and I visited Newport, Rhode Island for an anniversary trip and toured The Breakers. Ever since, I’ve been completely hooked on The Gilded Age. Specifically, one room in the Russell family’s mansion. It’s this gorgeous grayish-green room with gilded millwork that has…
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How We Travel for Nearly Free Using Credit Card Points & Miles
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know I love finding ways to make beautiful things happen without spending a fortune. Turns out that philosophy doesn’t just apply to decorating. It applies to travel too. This post contains affiliate links. If you apply for a credit card or make a purchase through…
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How to Mix Patterns Like a Pro (Without Looking Busy)
For years, I thought pattern mixing was one of those decorating skills that certain people were simply born knowing how to do. You know the type. The people who somehow pair floral wallpaper with striped curtains and a plaid pillow, and instead of looking like a decorating identity crisis, it looks effortlessly beautiful. Meanwhile, I…
