Create a spooky yet chic outdoor-safe decor look this Fall with this unique and budget-friendly DIY light up ghosts inspiration from Pottery Barn! Learn how to make it in 5-10 minutes easily.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares why she installed wall to wall carpeting in the upstairs of her home, including facts on the benefits of carpeting.
Life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares her Home Chef Meal Makeover Challenge Results, including a review on the meals and what she's learned from the process.
DIY Shiplap knock off? Are you ready to learn how to plank walls, and do it for cheap? This post is everything you need and more, be sure to save it!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares why she installed wall to wall carpeting in the upstairs of her home, including facts on the benefits of carpeting.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares a home tour of her master bedroom, featurng paint colors and a source list.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares the paint colors in her home and one tip on selecting paint colors.
Tips for installing removable wallpaper from Walls Need Love, and a cute way to add a big impact to your kid's closet!
It’s time for the July edition of our Amazon Finds! This month we found some picks under $100 that are perfect for summer! I have a variety of these items myself, and wear them frequently! Chloe Dupe Handbag // Amazon has had some incredible Chloe dupes lately, this being one of them! I can’t bring myself to spend the $ on an actual Chloe bag, so I’m totally content with this under $100 option! Free People Top // I have this tank, and it’s beautiful for the summer! It does fit oversized, so go with your normal size! Gorjana Necklace // I love my delicate Gorjana necklaces, and this is an adorable option! It’s great for a layered look. Free People Dress // This off shoulder Free People dress is under $100 and perfect for summer! It’s also nursing friendly! Ray-Ban Dupes // I’ve seen these in person and they’re a GREAT dupe for Ray-Bans! Especially if you’re one of those people who loses or breaks their sunglasses all the time because they’re under $15! Soludos Espadrille Flats // I have these in black and white striped, and I love how they tie around the ankle! They’re super comfortable too, and fit TTS. Striped Bathing Suit // I’ve seen this bathing suit on numerous friends and it’s a great nursing friendly option!! Straw Bag // This straw bag is similar to my Hat Attack bag thats over $100, but much more budget friendly! White Beach Coverup // A great simple cover-up option if you’re headed to the beach! V-Neck Button Down Shirt // These button down shirts are super popular and I love that it comes in multiple colors (and is nursing friendly!). Gray Maxi Dress // If you’re looking for a simple maxi dress, this one comes in multiple colors! Fringe Earrings // A budget-friendly statement earring that’s perfect of summer and comes in multiple colors! Denim Shorts // These shorts look like they’re the perfect denim wash AND length! Gorjana Long Necklace // I have this Gorjana necklace and I love it! Layer it with the choker necklace I mentioned above for the perfect look. Sam Edelman Sandals // These sandals come in a ton of different colors and are the perfect slides for the summer! Adidas Sneakers // I love my Superstar sneakers because they’re classic and go with nearly everything! Size down a FULL size though, because they run big!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares her updated home gym including must-haves for creating your own space.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares her coastal bathroom update, featuring accessories from Serena & Lily.
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares an October Old Navy try on featuring classic wardrobe pieces styled multiple ways.
Tips for installing removable wallpaper from Walls Need Love, and a cute way to add a big impact to your kid's closet!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares the process for bleaching and staining light, coastal-inspired wood flooring.
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares answers to her most frequently asked beauty questions and favorite products from Nordstrom.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares How to Detox Your Armpits before switching to an all natural deodorant.
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares her tips on How to Help Your Child Transition to a New Baby, including fun big brother/sister bags!
Bookmark this! A Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie for all the exclusively pumping mama's out there! Easy to make and super delicious!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares why she installed wall to wall carpeting in the upstairs of her home, including facts on the benefits of carpeting.
Our winter home tour and tips for transitioning from the holidays to a cozy, welcoming, wintery look in your home.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares answers to her most frequently asked beauty questions and favorite products from Nordstrom.
Save this! How to paint kitchen cabinets without going crazy: an easy guide that will take 3-4 days tops! Follow along, it's super easy!
Are you ready for these tips and tricks on how to install Pergo Flooring? It doesn't have to be a daunting task, just a bit of research and you'll be fine!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
This post is written in collaboration with Pergo. All thoughts and opinions are my own, unless otherwise stated. We’ve been living with our Pergo flooring for about a month now and I love it even more than I did when it was first installed. So much so that I’ve debated ripping up our hardwood flooring and laying Pergo down everywhere. I know, crazy talk. But I’m really drawn to how low-maintenance and easy to clean it is. And as a busy mom of now two, and a dog owner, that’s just what we need. I don’t have time for anything more high maintenance than myself! We have the Pergo installed in our kitchen and dining room – two of the highest traffic areas of our home. Landon is constantly sitting on the kitchen floor playing with his cars and trains while I cook, and our dog’s kennel is housed in the kitchen as well. It’s the most used room of our home, and the one that gets the biggest “beating.” Pergo’s patented ScratchGuard Advanced fights off permanent pet and kid marks, leaving my floors looking continually gorgeous. There are no scratch marks from my overzealous dog’s nails or Landon banging his toys against the floor. But in my living room with the hard wood? That’s an entirely different story. I’m kicking myself for having the floors refinished because it’s proving to have been a waste of money! (Don’t mind our unfinished kitchen…it’s getting there!) Even though Pergo is highly scratch resistant, we still take precautions to keep our floors looking new. We always apply floor protectors to chair and furniture legs. We also use floor mats near entryways to collect small bits of sand and gravel that may be tracked inside (especially because we have a gravel driveway and the rocks always get stuck in my husband’s sneakers). Cleaning our Pergo flooring is incredibly easy and doesn’t require any harsh chemicals. We use a simple mixture of household vinegar and water (1 cup vinegar to 1 gallon of water) to mop the floors, and simply wipe them dry. We don’t use soap or detergent based cleaners, wax-based products, or any type of polish because they leave a dull, filmy residue (plus, they aren’t always safe for children!). The beauty of Pergo flooring is they never need waxing or refinishing! Pergo is also stain resistant, which means peace of mind and easy clean up (are you seeing how this flooring is totally kid-friendly?). We’ve yet to experience any stain-causing spills, but Pergo recommends using lukewarm water and a non-abrasive cleaner like ammonia to remove chocolate, grease, juice, cordials, and wine. For tougher stains like tar, markers, and nail polish, they recommend using acetone or nail polish remover (with the exception on Pergo wall base and quarter-round). To remove candle wax or even gum, wait for it to harden before carefully scraping it off with a blunt plastic scraper. We really love how easy and low-maintenance our Pergo flooring is to care for. It’s perfect for young families or families with pets, and they’re made for REAL LIFE situations. You can see our previous post on why we chose Pergo flooring here. Be sure to check out Pergo for your laminate flooring needs!
Looking to book a trip to St. John, USVI? Life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares her family's recommendations.
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares a Serena and Lily Riviera Chair Review, including comfort, durability, and more.
A simple tutorial on how to make a vintage dresser vanity using a vintage dresser and strategic cutting with the additional of a farmhouse sink.
Bookmark This! How to choose a farmhouse sink and the pros and cons of having one! Offering up the best advice if you're in the market for a farmhouse sink!
Connecticut life and style blogger Lauren McBride shares why she installed wall to wall carpeting in the upstairs of her home, including facts on the benefits of carpeting.
