With just a little bit of time and paint we turned our messy linen closet into a pretty and organized space! Here’s how we created a quick & budget-friendly linen closet makeover. I’m ashamed, friends. I’m ashamed that I let our upstairs linen closet get this way and ashamed that it took me this long to … Read More about Our Quick Linen Closet Makeover
Room Makeovers
Our Budget-Friendly Pantry Makeover
You don’t have to break the bank to give your pantry a fresh look and some organization. Here’s our budget-friendly pantry makeover! I can’t believe that I finally get to share a finished pantry with you all today. I’ll admit I was beginning to think I’d never get around to redoing it. It’s been a … Read More about Our Budget-Friendly Pantry Makeover
Our Mantel Makeover With A Warm Classic Color
Sometimes all a fireplace mantel needs is a fresh coat of paint. Our dark gray mantel went from tired and cold to warm and elegant with this creamy historic color. Here’s our warm & classic mantel makeover! I was really beginning to wonder if this old mantel would ever see the day when it was … Read More about Our Mantel Makeover With A Warm Classic Color
Decorating
6 Basic Tips for Shopping Antique Stores
Old, interesting things are my love language. It’s those very items that I believe give our home a cozy and classic feel. I’ve finally found my sweet spot when it comes to hunting antiques and I want to share some tips for shopping antique stores with you! One of my favorite ways to spend a Saturday … Read More about 6 Basic Tips for Shopping Antique Stores
Welcome Home Sunday – Week 4
Happy Sunday, friends! I hope your weekend is going well. Yesterday was a busy day for us. We started gutting our master bathroom! I can’t wait to share everything with you. It’s going to be a long process, but one that I’ve been waiting for what feels like forever. Today we’re going to take a … Read More about Welcome Home Sunday – Week 4
Welcome Home Sunday – Week 3
Its Sunday! We’re half way through the weekend and I just want today to slow down. I spent Saturday with my mom visiting some of my favorite antique shops. You can take a look at my IG stories to see a couple things I posted about that. I spent the second part of the afternoon … Read More about Welcome Home Sunday – Week 3
DIY Home Projects
Master Bathroom Shopping Trip at Floor & Decor’s Kirkwood Grand Opening
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Floor & Decor. The opinions and text are all mine. What a busy weekend it was, friends! I’m okay with it though because I got to look at plan for our master bathroom renovation. One of our house goals this year is to renovate … Read More about Master Bathroom Shopping Trip at Floor & Decor’s Kirkwood Grand Opening
Our Quick Linen Closet Makeover
With just a little bit of time and paint we turned our messy linen closet into a pretty and organized space! Here’s how we created a quick & budget-friendly linen closet makeover. I’m ashamed, friends. I’m ashamed that I let our upstairs linen closet get this way and ashamed that it took me this long to … Read More about Our Quick Linen Closet Makeover
Our Project Plans for 2019
The struggle to get back into writing and blogging this new year has been real. I can’t say I’m not rested though. I’ve already plowed three novels this month already and have my fourth book lined up. I’ve been getting organized and spending most of my time with family and friends. It’s been quite wonderful … Read More about Our Project Plans for 2019
DIY Furniture
Our Vintage Nightstands & My Favorite Furniture Refinishing Trick
Over the last couple of years I’ve discovered the best furniture refinishing trick! It makes the job much easier and less messy. It hasn’t let me down yet! Are you all sugared out yet? We trick or treated till we dropped last night and I had plans to get this post out much sooner but … Read More about Our Vintage Nightstands & My Favorite Furniture Refinishing Trick
My Favorite Baskets – Alternative End Table
A little fact about myself, I love change. When it comes to the house that is. I’m one of those who likes to move things around, maybe a little too much. I find myself getting a little uninspired and stir crazy when things are the same for too long. I find it refreshing to switch … Read More about My Favorite Baskets – Alternative End Table
DIY Farmhouse Planked Headboard
One question I get about our home all the time is where we bought our headboard and or if we built it. Two years ago we completed our master bedroom makeover for the One Room Challenge. At the time I shared that we built our headboard but I didn’t do an official DIY how-to. Today … Read More about DIY Farmhouse Planked Headboard
Spring
A Look Around Our Little Town
Spring has arrived and finally decided to stick around. That means Charlie and I are venturing out more and enjoying the sunshine. Recently we spent the afternoon having a little fun in downtown Canton, our little town. It’s the sweetest little town and what attracted us to this area initially. We’re about 45 minutes north … Read More about A Look Around Our Little Town
A Timeless Mother’s Day Gift Guide
This post contains affiliate links. You can read my full disclosure here Alright friends, Mother’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re like me and love your mom you may already be thinking about what you want to give her. Mother’s Day in our home is low key. For the last five years it’s … Read More about A Timeless Mother’s Day Gift Guide
A Simple Spring Vignette with Tulips
I can’t believe it’s been a week since I hopped on the computer to chat with you guys! We’ve been so busy working in Charlie’s room to give him a big boy space that I haven’t had much time for anything else. I have to say, I really enjoyed my time away from the keyboard, … Read More about A Simple Spring Vignette with Tulips
Summer
How To Make A Hanging Flower Vase
This DIY hanging flower vase is the perfect touch to any summer home. It’s super cheap to make and whips up in minutes! I’m a sucker for simple and timeless decor. I’m not a big fan of clutter so I’ve found I much prefer the simple touches. Years ago I came across a photo in a … Read More about How To Make A Hanging Flower Vase
Maple Pecan Baked Brie & Our Favorite Easy Summer Dinner
Dinner doesn’t have to be fancy. Cheese and meat platters are one of our favorite summertime meals and I’m sharing our favorite recipe for maple pecan baked brie! It’s time for another Cozy Home Series, started by my sweet friend, Jennifer from Town and Country Living. Each month we’ve shared something that we do or … Read More about Maple Pecan Baked Brie & Our Favorite Easy Summer Dinner
An Easy 4th of July Flower Arrangement & Some Yard Progress
An easy 4th of July flower arrangement that anyone can throw together last minute! I for one can’t believe that July is already upon us. It seems like the summer months just fly by every year. This year especially since Charlie is starting Kindergartner this year. This mom can’t complain because we were able to … Read More about An Easy 4th of July Flower Arrangement & Some Yard Progress
Fall
Setting Our Thanksgiving Table with Decoy Wine
Thank you Decoy for sponsoring this post. Complete your own tablescapes with Decoy this holiday season. We’ve set our classic country Thanksgiving tablescape this year with the help of our friends at Decoy. Decoy wine is the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving table!
A Little Holiday Baking & Protecting Your Home with First Alert
This is a busy time of the year in the kitchen. Are you prepared this holiday season to protect your home against fire? We’re talking about our favorite cut-out sugar cookies and fire prevention with First Alert today! Thank you First Alert for sponsoring this post. October is Fire Prevention Month – practice safety in … Read More about A Little Holiday Baking & Protecting Your Home with First Alert
Floating Apple Candles & Our Fall Front Porch
For years I wanted a cozy fall front porch. This year I made it happen and I’m sharing the classic touches we’ve added for a warm and welcoming entry way! For years now I’ve wanted to create a cozy fall setting for our home’s entry. In past years it always turned out to be a … Read More about Floating Apple Candles & Our Fall Front Porch
Holiday
Last Minute Citrus Christmas Tablescape & Garland
Charlie’s Snowy Christmas Bedroom
Each year we love decorating Charlie’s tree all together and adding fun Christmas touches to his room. It’s a simple classic children’s Christmas bedroom! This is a first here on Sincerely, Marie. This year I decided to share Charlie’s Christmas bedroom. Each year he and I decorate a tree and add a few kid-friendly touches … Read More about Charlie’s Snowy Christmas Bedroom
Homemade Colonial Gingerbread House
It’s tradition on our home each year to make a gingerbread house. This year I made one that’s extra special! Here’s my how-to for our homemade colonial gingerbread house. I’m so glad you’re joining me for Season’s Simplicity – Christmas recipes! Our host, Krista from The Happy Housie asked us to share a festive recipe … Read More about Homemade Colonial Gingerbread House
Recipes
Mini French Tart Hearts – Our Favorite Chocolate Tart Recipe
Where are all my chocolate lovers? February has always been one of my favorite months. We don’t make a big deal over Valentine’s Day in our house. We normally celebrate with one of our favorite meals and a movie in. I do make sure we have some kind of rich dessert. I’ve never been much … Read More about Mini French Tart Hearts – Our Favorite Chocolate Tart Recipe
Homemade Colonial Gingerbread House
It’s tradition on our home each year to make a gingerbread house. This year I made one that’s extra special! Here’s my how-to for our homemade colonial gingerbread house. I’m so glad you’re joining me for Season’s Simplicity – Christmas recipes! Our host, Krista from The Happy Housie asked us to share a festive recipe … Read More about Homemade Colonial Gingerbread House
A Little Holiday Baking & Protecting Your Home with First Alert
This is a busy time of the year in the kitchen. Are you prepared this holiday season to protect your home against fire? We’re talking about our favorite cut-out sugar cookies and fire prevention with First Alert today! Thank you First Alert for sponsoring this post. October is Fire Prevention Month – practice safety in … Read More about A Little Holiday Baking & Protecting Your Home with First Alert