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faded glory

Create Downright Cozy Interiors with Vintage Farmhouse Decor Like a pair of faded blue jeans, there’s something so comforting about a little wear and tear, especially in a home environment […]

everything’s better with bacon

BACON-WRAPPED PEACHES Serves 4 to 6 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 8 ounces thin sliced bacon, each slice halved 2 or 3 summer peaches, halved, pitted and each peach sliced […]

everything and the kitchen sink

When you think of farmhouse elements, what comes to mind? Perhaps you picture chicken-wire decor, a front-porch swing, or barnwood doors. But the most iconic staple of these homes can […]

biscuits and scones

LAVENDER SCONES WITH A FRUIT AND CREAM-CHEESE FILLING Makes 8 scones 4 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder ¾ teaspoon salt ½ cup lavender sugar + more for finishing […]

le petit patio

A French-Inspired Backyard Setup Susan Handler has always had a creative mind and heart. “I love painting and refinishing vintage furniture and have always been ‘addicted’ to shopping in thrift […]

pull up a chair

Seating for Your Outdoor Space Sunny or shady spot? Covered porch or uncovered patio? Splurge or budget-friendly option? There’s much to consider when selecting outdoor seating, but it doesn’t have […]

detached guest suite

As our busy schedules get busier, the cost of living gets higher, and our careers become less traditional, we are adapting. And the current trend is figuring out how to […]

money matters

A Simple Guide to Home Mortgages First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes . . . buying a home? While that’s not always the natural progression for couples, the […]

From the sea

AHI TUNA POKE Serves 6 1 pound fresh, raw ahi tuna steaks, cut into ½-inch or bite-sized cubes ½ cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon grated fresh […]

Think small

Home Designs by Modern Tiny Living College friends Daniel Hamilton, his wife Cindy Lee Hamilton, Robbie Hendricks, Trent Haery, and Rachel Pitman wanted lives with more freedom and more flexibility. […]