simple.just.practical.

After only 8 months we finally hung curtains for the basement doors. It was always on my list but we could never figure out what type of covering we wanted. We purchased the curtains and rods at Ikea. The total cost was about $40 before taxes. Not too shabby. I'm very happy with the look of it but not so much with the color of the basement walls. I'm also at a loss on how I want to use the space. We use it as a home for my rabbits and a general dumping ground for toys I guess I always envisioned it as the adult lounge space. I thought modern, swanky, wine bar. Back to reality...we don't spend too much time there as it's cold in the winter. I spied this at the local store and thought it would be a great solution. The price is reasonable, just $150 and the reviews are decent. It can be hung on the wall or placed on the stand. It adds ambiance and warmth.  I can image sipping wine here in the winter after the kids have gone to bed. I asked for one for Christmas but d...

It's been a long time since I updated. In the past 8 months or so we've settled into our new home, welcomed a new baby, and survived the first few months with two young kiddos. We've made some small progress at changing the home, nothing major though. I think the biggest and still on going project has been painting. I knocked out the most needed painting before the baby arrived. Now I cannot seem to find the time or energy to finish up the smaller areas (master bath, kids bath, and guest room). I have paint purchased for at least two of the spaces.