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We’re Painting Our Brick House!

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DIY Cottage Peg Rail Shelf

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Our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

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Bright and Functional Laundry Room Makeover

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How to Start a Herringbone Tile Pattern

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The Best DIY Tools for Demolition

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Hi, we're Emma & Alex!

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We started DIYing when we bought our first house in 2019 and now we've renovated three houses because we had the audacity to start then had to figure out how to get it done.

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Traveling with kids is fun but also phew it can be Traveling with kids is fun but also phew it can be a lot. 

This little system first started when our oldest was a toddler because I just wanted a way to corral all the toys and junk I’d hastily assembled in a quiet desperate plea to get 15 minutes occupied but then when I realised that it brought a little bit of mystery and fun to the process it became a thing that they ask for and get excited about in the week before a long flight or drive so I’ll call that a win.
I just adjust what’s in there based on their current age and interests but if you want a link to everything I’ve got in there now comment PLANE and I’ll send it your way 🫡 

#travelwithkids #parenthacks #kidswhotravel
Don’t worry I also have all the before photos do Don’t worry I also have all the before photos downloaded from my iCloud and ready to go 🫶
If you’ve ever been through a kitchen renovation If you’ve ever been through a kitchen renovation you’ll know this feeling 🥲 
After two months without a kitchen sink or dishwasher I’ve instinctively gone to fill my water bottle in the tiny bathroom sink probably five times today but NO MORE.
We’re down to the last few things for the kitche We’re down to the last few things for the kitchen renovation, so hopefully this list doesn’t expand too much more. Please tell me your renovation fails to make me feel better 🥲

#kitchenreno #renovationproject #diyer
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