Dining Room Renovation “ORC Final Reveal” Featuring a Mother’s Day Tablescape

It has been 6 weeks since the beginning of the One Room Challenge and I am pleased to  reveal my dining room renovation.  Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation “ORC Final Reveal” Featuring a Mother’s Day Tablescape” →

Selecting the Right Natural Stone for a Patio or Pool Project

Outdoor flooring options on the market today are endless, and the number of choices overwhelming. After narrowing down the choice to Travertine for our patio project, we decided to use pavers instead of tiles. Why? Let’s discuss. Continue reading “Selecting the Right Natural Stone for a Patio or Pool Project” →

“Best Home Improvement Blog of 2019” Awarded to Happy Haute Home

Who doesn’t love to be recognized for hard work? A pat on the back goes a long way in keeping us motivated to continue on our path to success.  Continue reading ““Best Home Improvement Blog of 2019” Awarded to Happy Haute Home” →

Tips for Painting Walls Black

Have you ever thought about painting a room in your house black? Maybe a bedroom, bathroom, living, or dining room? We have painted 2 rooms in our home black and I LOVE the moody look it creates. Continue reading “Tips for Painting Walls Black” →

Easter Table Ideas for Casual Dining

I have really been into creating Tablescapes lately, maybe it’s because the weather is getting warmer and the days longer so I am feeling inspired. Does the change in seasons inspire you too? Continue reading “Easter Table Ideas for Casual Dining” →

How to Assemble an English Garden Basket

If you want to make a Spring floral arrangement, you may want to consider an English Garden Basket, it looks as if the flowers were lifted right out of a garden. Continue reading “How to Assemble an English Garden Basket” →

“Pruning” and “Limbing Up” Crape Myrtle Trees

The best time of year to prune crape myrtle trees is late Winter. The branches can be easily seen and there are no leaves on the tree.
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Attending the 2019 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles & Preparing for the Event

WOW! I still can’t believe we had the opportunity to attend the Grammy Awards LIVE in LA. We will remember this once in a lifetime experience forever. Continue reading “Attending the 2019 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles & Preparing for the Event” →

Is the Dyson Hair Dryer Worth the Cost?

Over the holidays, I was thrilled when my husband gifted me a Dyson hair dryer. But I almost fell over when I found out the cost, after using it for a month I’m here to tell you if I think it’s worth the cost. Continue reading “Is the Dyson Hair Dryer Worth the Cost?” →

Designing a Professional Home Gym

I often get questions about the home gyms we have designed. Let me shed some light and offer a bit of insight into our thought process, it may help you in designing your next home gym. Continue reading “Designing a Professional Home Gym” →

How to Get Rid of Groundhogs Living in Your Yard

These pesky critters have lived in our yard for over 2 years and are driving me “nuts”! They planted their furry asses under our outdoor kitchen and refuse to vacate! Continue reading “How to Get Rid of Groundhogs Living in Your Yard” →