A DIY (Dress-It-Yourself) Hot Dog Bar for July 4th
Not sure what to have at your 4th of July cookout? Tired of the same old burgers? Try a DIY (Dress-It-Yourself) Hot Dog Bar! For our hot dog bar, I grilled organic, uncured, all-beef hot dogs and sweet Italian sausages. You could include kielbasa, veggie dogs, chicken sausages – anything! I also served both whole …
10 Ikea Hacks to Try this Summer
Put a new twist on your favorite IKEA finds this summer! Busy moms, savvy shoppers and DIYers alike will love these creative and budget-friendly hacks. Keep your countertops clear by mounting this fintorp rail near an outlet. Use coordinating hooks to hang a small basket. Add a cute saying using a white paint pin or vinyl letters …
Summer Home Style Tips with Bright Yellow Door
Kirsten Yanasak is the creative force behind Bright Yellow Door, a lifestyle blog showcasing her family of five’s eclectic, colorful home in Seattle, Washington. She seamlessly blends rustic farmhouse and cozy cottage style for a look that is warm, welcoming and effortlessly charming. “I like a ‘found’ look, not one that can be manufactured or purchased from a …
3 Ways to Love Your Yard this Summer
Warm summer days and breezy, starry nights are just a few of the things that might be luring you and your family outdoors over the next few months. A little bit of work and a lot of imagination could help transform your yard into your very own oasis. Whether it’s creating your own fire pit for s’more roasting …
Favorite Outdoor Furniture Trends
Warm spring temperatures mean that summer is right around the corner. Are you ready to update your outdoor space for summer? Here are my favorite outdoor furniture trends this year: Taking the indoors out. Mohawk Home Tofino Chevron Indoor/Outdoor Rug from the Oasis Collection Outdoor furniture used to consist of metal and plastic chairs. …
Mood Board: Pastel Decorating Tips
You may have noticed that pastels are popping up all over the place this year! No longer simply limited to nurseries, pastels are a great way to add a dose of color to your space without drawing too much attention. The end result is a space that feels feminine, relaxing and welcoming, too. Ready to …
Your Mudroom Redone
In my dream home, we have a hallway dedicated as a mudroom. And not because we live in a rainy section of the hemisphere, but because we have four kids and need a space to effectively organize our daily activities. Read: Keep mom sane as we run out the door each morning. But you don’t …
Lolly Jane Reveals Farmhouse Dining Room
We’re Kelli + Kristi, twin sisters from sunny Arizona and the faces behind the Lolly Jane blog where we share home decor, DIY, crafts, furniture revamps, awesome project roundups, tasty recipes and more. During a recent renovation of part of my home I was able to replace the old tile flooring throughout the bedrooms, my …
Cottage Style Decor
When I say “cottage style decor,” the picture of what that looks like instantly comes to mind. It’s a distinctive, relaxed style that can be customized to any home. Here are ways to add this style to your home’s decor. (1) White and Bright A trademark of cottage style is the use of white and light …
Tips to Create an Outdoor Oasis
Are you thinking of ways to spruce up your favorite outdoor space? With a few inspiring ideas from Mohawk Home, your backyard, porch or patio can be transformed into a beautiful place to kick up your feet, entertain guests or have a romantic evening under the stars. Choose the right seating. Although outdoor furniture can be a bit pricey in …