I am officially 24 weeks pregnant and definitely starting to feel like it. Up until 20 weeks, I barely noticed a difference in my body, my sleep or my energy levels, but I’m starting to slow down a little bit now.
6 Packing & Moving Tips to Maintain your Sanity
If you or a friend are planning a move soon, I would like to share our moving tips and tricks. Packing up your entire life can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to overwhelm your life. Here are a few tips we have learned along the way.
Baby Schroeder’s Nursery Reveal
Baby Schroeder’s nursery is complete, and it was an absolute labor of love! The very first time we walked through this house, I knew I wanted this tiny, little room to be our nursery.
10 Meaningful House Warming Gifts for 2021
Your friend just bought their first home. They’re thrilled but exhausted, living out of boxes and eating take-out off the floor. Buying your first (or second or third!) home is incredibly exciting and deserves a celebratory gift. Of course, the classic bottle of wine or champagne is always appreciated. But why not try a gift that offers a more personalized touch?
Doc’s House: A Before Home Tour
We are so excited to introduce you to our new home: Dr. Terrell’s House (now Dr. Schroeder’s House) haha! I love to give our homes nicknames, and this house already has a special place in our hearts since it was originally occupied by a family doctor. Now it’s owned by one again!
Plan a Unique & Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home
This year, you may be wondering, “How can I make Valentine’s Day special?” Especially if it’s your first. It may feel a little impossible. But our current world climate does not mean you and your partner can’t celebrate. Skip going out and plan a perfectly romantic evening at home.
6 Dreamy Studio Spaces
I’ve always dreamed of having a creative studio. In my head, my workspace features a big collaboration table smack dab in the middle of the room surrounded by storage and organization for all my vintage decor. In the past, we’ve never had the right space to create a work studio. However now that we’ve found our new home, my workspace dreams are going to become a reality!
When Vintage Rugs Made the Room
It’s no secret that I love vintage Persian-style rugs. In my opinion, rugs can make or break a room. They’re perfect for adding texture and depth to a space. See how I styled them in our home.
Baby Girl’s Moody & Whimsical Nursery Design
As soon as we found out we were pregnant, I had the nursery design on my mind, but I waited until we found out if we were having a boy or girl before putting “pen to paper.”
The Perfect Red & Pink Valentine’s Day Dresses
I am a sucker for Valentine’s Day. Last year, I splurged on a little red dress for our dinner date, and I think it might be a new tradition. It’s the perfect excuse to find something fun and new for your closet.
How to Remove Wallpaper from Plaster Walls
We bought our dream home and it’s COVERED in wallpaper. Bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms, hallways. You name it. It’s wallpapered. I had removed wallpaper in the past and remembered it being horrible, but not this horrible.
Affordable Wedding Dresses Under $250.00
Affordable wedding dresses DO exist, and I am going to share with you my secret, Lulus Bridal. I ordered a dress for our courthouse wedding from Lulus for $80.00 and was so impressed. It was super comfortable and fit like a glove! After wearing this dress, I was kicking myself for spending thousands on the gown for our destination wedding.
My Unconventional Goals for 2021
This year is different. Not because of the pandemic. Not because I’m becoming a mom. But because I have a new perspective and view on life, love and work. It seems that 2020 taught me to let go a bit. Live more in the moment. Less stress. Less pressure. More living.