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Magic Light Trick: How-To, FAQ, + Best Lights to Use Roundup
As soon as I first came across Nesting With Grace’s magic light trick, I knew I was going to use it non-stop all over my house! Basically this is a quick and inexpensive little hack to use sconces and lights without having to do any electrical wiring at all. You simply attach a battery powered puck light inside of the fixture and then mount it to the wall like normal. It is such a great way to add character and coziness to a space without having to pay an electrician or do something super permanent either! I’ve now done this trick several times throughout my home and for clients, so here’s what I’ve learned so far:
Little Boy's Classic Americana Nautical Bedroom
If you’ve been following along with my design projects over the past year, you may remember this sweet little girl’s room update with gingham bedding and floral wallpaper. Next up, it was her brother’s turn for a little room revamp! We updated this little boy’s bedroom with some wallpaper, sconces, and a few pieces of wall decor to pull everything together and give it a little more of a grown-up feel that he will be able to continue to grow into! I love how the "faux shiplap” wallpaper turned out and you really would never know it’s not real until you get super close! Instead of lamps, we added these brass sconces which go perfectly with the nautical theme of the bedroom.
How to Assemble An Easy No-Bake Dessert Board
One of my entertaining go-tos are my quick and easy dessert boards! I love dessert but hate baking so this is the perfect solution for me. Everything used is pre-made and was available in the bakery section at my local grocery. I just simply took items out of the package, cut up, and arranged all together on a pretty tray! You really can easily customize this with a variety of different baked goods, desserts, and sweet treats or by doing a certain color-scheme or theme if you need to!
Our Next Fixer Upper: Boutique Hotel + Distillery
SURPRISE- we've got a new fixer upper project: A BOUTIQUE HOTEL + DISTILLERY! Alex and I along with our friend + business partner, Jarrod Williams , are excited to be working to bring another fun project to downtown Versailles! We are finishing fundraising now and still have a lot to do to make this a reality, but we have great support and are excited to make this dream a reality for our investors, partners, and the town! The project will include a boutique hotel, distillery, and restaurant that will focus on providing the essential Kentucky experience to our guests and our local community. Just like with The Amsden and our home, I'll be taking you along every step of the way through the renovation and design process so you can see the transformation (and then come celebrate with us and see it in person when it opens)!
Galentine's Day 2020 at The Amsden
Another year celebrating with so many lovely ladies at our Galentine’s Day event and another big THANK YOU to everyone who came out and made this a success! This celebration is one of my favorite events to host and the support of the community overwhelms me with gratitude every year!
Classic Charcuterie Board Step by Step
I often get asked about a basic and classic charcuterie board option so I decided to put my favorite version together and share the step by step with you! This board includes a little meat, cheese, condiments, fruits, veggies, and crackers/bread- all the classic charcuterie staples you need! I’m also sharing how to assemble your board in the video below step by step and make it beautiful and impressive for any occasion! You can also find a list of all the ingredients I used below so you can easily shop and make your own.
Look for Less: Cane Decor + Furniture
Cane decor is so cute and increasing in popularity! As we are approaching warmer months, I feel like cane decor can be the perfect “pop” on a patio, living room, or table decor that gives a nod to warmer weather. Also - don’t be intimidated to incorporate cane decor year round! It can be a great way to incorporate a bohemian or modern farmhouse style into functional pieces and carry the theme throughout different rooms of your home.
Shop Valentine's Day Floral Deliveries
Grab a custom floral arrangement for that special someone or treat yourself to a fresh bouquet! Each floral arrangement and bouquet is unique and includes complimentary Valentine’s Day delivery (or any day you need). Place orders before 2/13 at noon to guarantee your spot for Valentine’s Day delivery. You will be prompted upon ordering to include any special preferences on your delivery like time, date, a custom note, or design/style preferences. Happy Valentine’s Day!