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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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100 Free Gift Ideas That Are Thoughtful and Meaningful
I don’t know about you, but some of the most meaningful gifts I’ve ever received didn’t come in a box or cost a thing. Gift-giving, especially around the holidays, can get overwhelming fast when budgets are tight and expectations feel high. So if you’re looking for free gift ideas that are still thoughtful and meaningful,…
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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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Gift Ideas for Babies and Toddlers
Baby and toddler gift ideas for ages 0 up to 3 with Montessori toys, popular games, and top rated essentials. Babies and toddlers are so fun to buy for at Christmas when you’re introducing the magic to them in those first early years. There are so many absolutely adorable gift ideas out there, but the…
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Gift Ideas for Kids
Gift ideas for kids ages 3-9 in STEM toys, pretend play, and creative fun. One day, I know I’m going to miss Christmas shopping for all of the fun kid things. I’m already seeing this phase slowly slipping past me now that Olivia has become “Santa’s Helper” to keep the magic alive for Regan. (She…
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Gift Ideas for Teens and Pre-Teens
Gift ideas for teens and pre-teens for crafters, athletes, gamers, fashionistas, makeup artists, room decor enthusiasts, creators, and musicians. My oldest is juuuuust getting into the teen years, and it is, to sum it up in one word, emotional. If you have a pre-teen or teen yourself, you probably know this to be true, plus…
