Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on o Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on our kitchen, bathroom, and complete upstairs remodel. Here’s what we’ve done so far: 1. Met with the contractor @sawtooth_remodeling! (They’re amazing! We highly recommend!) 2. Met with the custom cabinet builder and made all of our adjustments. 3. Picked out countertops. 4. Ordered kitchen sink, backsplash tile, and new fridge. 5. Now we wait and keep ordering things. Cabinets won’t be done until end of June so we can’t start demo until at least beginning of June. 

So you know what that means? A LOT of purging and organizing and packing until demo day, working on potty training our littlest and getting her out of her crib, and transitioning the current nursery into a fun bedroom for our oldest daughter. So much to do but we’re very excited!

Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now a It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now available! If you’re looking for advice on how to create a personality-packed space, this is for you! I share my top tips on how to add the “you” to unique including advice on thrifting, trends, and my favorite budget-friendly decor tool. 

To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

Also, swipe to see the beautiful artwork by @nabeelarumi. I finally found the perfect spot for her piece. The colors are absolutely stunning and the message is even more beautiful.
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one room challenge bathroom makeover reveal

DIY, Home Decor · July 5, 2020

Bathroom Makeover Reveal – One Room Challenge Spring 2020

Phew! I’m exhausted! This bathroom makeover has really pushed me to my limits this time, guys. But I am so happy I did it! This is my second One Room Challenge (an 8 week challenge, sponsored by Better Homes and…

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DIY, Home Decor · June 14, 2020

Bathroom Makeover – One Room Challenge Week 5 & 6

It’s week 6 of our bathroom makeover for the One Room Challenge and I’m really starting to feel the pressure. These last two weeks, we’ve been productive and I’m excited to give you a little sneak peek into the progress….

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DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · May 31, 2020

Guest Bathroom Makeover – One Room Challenge Spring 2020 – Week 4

Hey guys! I’m back! It’s week 4 of the One Room Challenge and in case you’re new here, I am doing a complete guest bathroom makeover in just 7 weeks! You can learn more about the One Room Challenge and…

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DIY, Home Decor · May 17, 2020

One Room Challenge Spring 2020 – Week 2 – Guest Bathroom Makeover

Phew! It’s been a week, folks. If you’re catching up, I’m participating in the One Room Challenge as a guest participant. The One Room Challenge is a 7 week long challenge where participants completely transform a space of their choice….

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DIY, Home Decor · May 10, 2020

One Room Challenge Spring 2020 – Week 1 – Bathroom Design Plan

Well, this was a little last minute but I decided to go ahead and do the One Room Challenge. If you’re unfamiliar, the One Room Challenge is a 7 week-long challenge to transform a space. (You can see what I…

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Home Decor, Uncategorized · May 4, 2020

Moody Monday

Dining room with matte textures, geometric shapes, and earthy tones with a twist Happy Moody Monday! This is a fun series where you choose the room and the inspiration photo on Instagram stories and I create a mood board based…

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stenciled fireplace diy, diy fireplace, cement tile, concrete tile, how to stencil

Uncategorized · August 2, 2019

Stenciled Fireplace DIY – Upgrade Your Builder-Grade

One of the things I love doing on this blog is showing that you don’t have to stick with builder-grade finishes and you don’t have to do expensive changes to update them. Take our fireplace tile surround, for example. We…

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burgundy and white abstract DIY painting with vintage frame

DIY, Home Decor, Thrifting, Uncategorized · May 16, 2019

Really Easy DIY Art

Well, I think we’re all recovered from the One Room Challenge, but not quite ready to dive into another big project yet. But I have some smaller DIY’s and projects up my sleeve so stay tuned for those. Now, although…

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eclectic master bathroom, vintage rug, stenciled floors, diy bathroom

DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · May 8, 2019

Eclectic Master Bathroom – the reveal! ORC Week 6

Whew! Guys! We made it! Our first One Room Challenge is complete and we made it in time! This is cause for a celebration and lots of exclamation points!!!!! Oh man … I feel like I can breathe again. Our…

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adding personality to a space

DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · April 26, 2019

How to Add Personality to a Space – ORC Week 4

Well hey there! I wish I could say the master bathroom is done and we just have to work on some details but we are FAR FAR FAR from the finish line! With that said, this week was a pivotal…

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DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · April 18, 2019

The Power of Paint – ORC Week 3

Well, we’re halfway there in the One Room Challenge, people, and I have to be honest, I don’t have a ton to show for it. Now don’t get me wrong! We have done a lot of work and the progress…

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eclectic master bathroom design plan for the one room challenge

DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · April 3, 2019

One Room Challenge – Week 1 – Master Bathroom Before and Design Plan

I have an extremely exciting announcement for you all! I have decided to participate in the One Room Challenge this spring. If you’re unfamiliar with the One Room Challenge, here’s a quick overview. 20 amazing designers are featured through this…

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Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on o Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on our kitchen, bathroom, and complete upstairs remodel. Here’s what we’ve done so far: 1. Met with the contractor @sawtooth_remodeling! (They’re amazing! We highly recommend!) 2. Met with the custom cabinet builder and made all of our adjustments. 3. Picked out countertops. 4. Ordered kitchen sink, backsplash tile, and new fridge. 5. Now we wait and keep ordering things. Cabinets won’t be done until end of June so we can’t start demo until at least beginning of June. 

So you know what that means? A LOT of purging and organizing and packing until demo day, working on potty training our littlest and getting her out of her crib, and transitioning the current nursery into a fun bedroom for our oldest daughter. So much to do but we’re very excited!

Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now a It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now available! If you’re looking for advice on how to create a personality-packed space, this is for you! I share my top tips on how to add the “you” to unique including advice on thrifting, trends, and my favorite budget-friendly decor tool. 

To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

Also, swipe to see the beautiful artwork by @nabeelarumi. I finally found the perfect spot for her piece. The colors are absolutely stunning and the message is even more beautiful.
I’m still so proud of this mural. It really took I’m still so proud of this mural. It really took me out of my comfort zone. I get to see it every time I walk up to our front door, peeking through like a happy sunburst. This is about as far as we’ve gotten on this entryway but we have big plans. The majority of our entryway is paneled in real cedar planks which I love. The split level stairs are delicately wrapped in puke-inducing carpet which I don’t love. We have huge huge fun plans for these stairs; something I’ve never seen before. None of this will get done until after our kitchen remodel though so.... how’s that for a cliff hanger? I feel like a lot of our plans are on standstill right now because of refinancing so for now, I just have to tell you that I have plans but not actually share them with you.... good tactic? 😂🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

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