October has come and gone and the cold weather and holidays are quickly approaching. We absolutely love this time of year to entertain and spend quality time with friends and family but sometimes it gets difficult to gather outside if it’s too chilly. The cold weather doesn’t stop us from cooking and entertaining guests outdoors […]

Pauli and I love to cook together, but when it comes to grilling, that’s when I usually take charge. After all, it’s one of my favorite ways to cook food, especially in the summer and fall! Well, this weekend was an exciting one…we hosted a grilling competition from the Fox Plaza in New York City! […]

1. ORCHIDS & HIGH QUALITY FLORALS Orchids are an incredibly versatile prop. They are beautiful, elegant, and add class into any interior, regardless of the style of home. They will pair well with just about any room. You can add them into a bathroom for a spa-like feel, group them into containers for a grand […]

Artificial plants may never die, but having live plants in your home will make your home look and feel better. Nothing brings life into a home better than well-maintained greenery. Most indoor trees are easy to take care of and only need adequate water and a spot where they’ll get enough light. You can fill […]

Summer has traditionally been the best time to sell a home. Not only do many families take advantage of moving when the kids are out of school, but in climates where winter weather is unpredictable or severe, the warmer months make it easier to be away for showings. With more homes on the market, how […]

Summer means longer days and later nights, and usually more traffic in your home. With play dates, game nights, and bonfires, there are likely to be more guests in and out of your home than usual. While fun is the priority, safety should be as well. To keep the little ones, children and pets included, […]

Looking for Ideas? Here are some of Chip’s favorite gadgets! The Green Laser GLL 100G by Bosch is a great gift for the dad who is a perfectionist like me.    This new measurement tool is an impressive little machine.  The green laser projects vertically and horizontally with superior visibility on a variety of surfaces with self-leveling accuracy.  It’s […]

Is your house a little dated? Do you want to make some improvements or upgrades but also want to make sure that you get the best bang for your buck if you decide to sell? Not all home improvements bring a good return on investment when selling, so unless the improvement is simply for your […]

Spring is a very popular time for homeowners to want to roll up their sleeves and do a little handywork on their homes. I got to chat with Emily from Redfin about affordable spring diy updates you can make to your home THIS WEEKEND and she shares them all on the Redfin Blog! So, if […]

We are all thankful for the many drawers and cabinets in kitchens today, but they make it easy for us to hide our clutter instead of getting rid of it. If you have reached the point where you can no longer open a door in your kitchen without having something fall out, it is time […]