August 31, 2014

Fancy That!

Original image by Tori Watson, Marvelous Things Photography

Today we're back again, sharing all the smaller things we're into (or fancying, hence the series name) that might not fit into a single post for one reason or another. Sometimes there might be a long list of randomness, other times it might be a single gem — whatever the case, here's what we're into right now.

August 29, 2014

Over on eHow: DIY Magnetic Knife Rack


Yesterday we shared our latest major kitchen update, the reclaimed wood exposed shelf I installed on the wall above our kitchen console. After getting our new shelf up on the wall, we've been working on adding in a few space savers and organizational helpers, like this magnetic knife rack I made for our latest project post over on eHow.

August 28, 2014

Things Are Looking Up: Installing Our Exposed Wood Kitchen Shelf


Guess what — we've got a new shelf making its big debut in our kitchen! We've been working slowly but surely to fill in this area of wall in the kitchen and we're really happy with how this latest update turned out.

August 26, 2014

Kids' Birthday Cake Idea: Decorating With M&M's!


Several weeks ago my nephew, Benjamin, told me he wanted an M&M's cake for his upcoming 4th birthday. I wasn't sure what he may have been envisioning at the time, or if he'd even remember that he'd made such a request, but I was up for this challenge...and wanted to blow his 4-year-old mind.

August 25, 2014

Weekend Basics


We've made a routine of driving to Lockhart Family Farm on Saturday mornings to continue working on updating the 1976 Airstream camper our friends recently purchased and this weekend was no different.

August 24, 2014

Fancy That!

Original image by Tori Watson, Marvelous Things Photography

Today we're back again, sharing all the smaller things we're into (or fancying, hence the series name) that might not fit into a single post for one reason or another. Sometimes there might be a long list of randomness, other times it might be a single gem — whatever the case, here's what we're into right now.

August 21, 2014

Over on eHow: DIY Industrial Pendant Light From an Antique Egg Basket


As you can see, we've got a new pendant light hanging in our upstairs hallway! I made this rustic beauty out of an antique egg basket we came across at a local farm estate and we're sharing the full tutorial for how it all went down in our latest project post for eHow.

Project Airstream: Painting & Planning

This past Saturday we got a chance to make it back to Lockhart Family Farm to continue working on updating the 1976 airstream that our friends, Josiah and Jocelyn, recently purchased to house on the farm. Upon arrival we were excited to meet all the new faces around the farm — beginning with these little rare breed chicks:


Josiah and his son, Alexander, were excited to show us their new baby pigs. It was a bit of a walk down to the wooded area where they stay, so we got a chance to take in all beautiful farm sights and sounds along the way.

August 18, 2014

Weekend Basics


After a low key week at home, we were ready to get out and tackle the weekend — which turned out to be jam-packed with projects, cycling and good food!

August 16, 2014

Fancy That!

Original image by Tori Watson, Marvelous Things Photography

Today we're back again, sharing all the smaller things we're into (or fancying, hence the series name) that might not fit into a single post for one reason or another. Sometimes there might be a long list of randomness, other times it might be a single gem — whatever the case, here's what we're into right now.

August 14, 2014

Over on eHow: How To Make a Magnetic Bottle Opener


I came across this really unique wall-mounting skull bottle opener while up in NYC last week and just knew I had to bring it home. We have this great spot along the wooden trellis where our grapevines grow that I thought he could peer ominously out of.

August 13, 2014

Dog Birthday Cake Recipe: Basil's 4th!


Yesterday we shared our dog, Basil's, 4th birthday photo roundup post with a sneak peek of this doggie birthday cake we made for him. Yes, we made him a cake and yes, my dad texted me today after scrolling through yesterday's post to heckle me about how much we spoil the boy — and yes, Mary says bake Basil a cake and that is just what happens — no questions:

August 12, 2014

Basil's 4th Birthday


Yesterday was Basil's 4th birthday! He wanted us to say thanks for all your birthday wishes over on Facebook and Instagram! It's incredible how quickly time goes by — it feels like we just got him and like we've had him forever. I remember the day we brought him home clearly, thinking to myself the minute he set foot indoors, "well I guess we will have this dog from now on," which seemed like a foreign concept at the time (especially coming from me, never growing up with or living with a dog before).

August 11, 2014

Weekend Basics: NYC & MA Roadtripping


Our weekend consisted of road-tripping it through 7 states in one shoot (Massachusetts to Virginia) and generally winding down from our week away from home, so for today's weekend basics post, we wanted to share some of the highlights from our week in NYC and MA.

August 7, 2014

Over on eHow: DIY Chalk Paint Dresser Makeover


Remember that dated wooden dresser I helped Stephanie pick up from Craigslist a couple weekends back? Well, as you can see above, it's made quite the transformation, and we're sharing all the details in our latest project post over on eHow

August 5, 2014

Dog Treat Recipe: Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie Bon Bon Bites


In the summer months (who are we kidding, anytime really), our dog, Basil, loves a food frozen treat. We're big fans of making natural treats from home and today we're sharing our latest creation in hopes your pups might enjoy them as much as Basil does. These yogurt, banana and peanut butter smoothie bites make for a natural protein-packed treat your pup will appreciate during the summer heat. They are made with 3 simple and natural ingredients that are perfectly safe for humans to eat.

August 4, 2014

Weekend Basics


Checking in from Brooklyn, NY today! We're up, working from the city this week and will be headed up further north, to Arlington, MA, just outside of Boston for a wedding this coming weekend. Neither of us are that familiar with the area, so would LOVE to get your recommendations for favorite places to eat and see in and around the Boston area.

August 1, 2014

Fancy That!

Original image by Tori Watson, Marvelous Things Photography

Can you believe it's already August? Where is this summer going? Today we're back again, sharing all the smaller things we're into (or fancying, hence the series name) that might not fit into a single post for one reason or another. Sometimes there might be a long list of randomness, other times it might be a single gem — whatever the case, here's what we're into right now.
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