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When I say this design came to me in a dream I quite literally mean it haha it really came to me in my sleep. I had been thinking about how to make the overmantel work since the stone structure placement kind of made it more difficult.

Putting 2x4s up the wall allowed us to place the shiplap over the top part of the stone and took it out from the wall a little bit. Then Craig built the mantel over the existing stone one - which by the way was the worst mantel that ever existed. It was only about 3 inches deep, it was completely uneven, and it was tilted forward. So basically it was impossible to get anything to really stay on the mantel. Useless lol. Now I have a nice big mantel I can style and put up Christmas decorations and it just looks amazing. 

Overmantel paint color: @sherwinwilliams Worldly Gray
Mantel stain: Minwax Special Walnut

#homediy #lowesfinds #lowescreator #fireplacerenovation #homerenovation @loweshomeimprovement
Fireplace Makeover Part One! 🏠 This is sort o Fireplace Makeover Part One! 🏠 

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Products I used from @loweshomeimprovement ⬇️

•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick Flat Avorio
White Lime Interior/Exterior Limewash
•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick 6-in Reusable
Assorted Flat Wall brush

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Fireplace Makeover Part One!

This is sort of a “it’s gotta get a little worse before it gets better” situation but I HAVE A VISION PPL trust me😅 Hit follow and stick around for part 2!

Products I used from @loweshomeimprovement ⬇️

•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick Flat Avorio
White Lime Interior/Exterior Limewash
•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick 6-in Reusable
Assorted Flat Wall brush

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Lifestyle, Style · December 20, 2018

Holiday Outfits with Macy’s

This post is sponsored by Macy’s and ShopStyle. All opinions are my own. 

Can y’all believe that Christmas is around the corner?! If you’re still looking for the perfect gifts or need holiday outfit inspiration, I’ve got you covered today.  Because while you may be feeling like you’re running out of time, the Macy’s Holiday Countdown Sale can ease that anxiety.  The sale is running December 20th-24th and is 20% off with code GIFT.  Below I’m sharing three different holiday outfits, all from Macy’s, that would suit a variety of holiday gatherings or festive get-togethers.

Holiday Outfit #1

I love this checkered sweater (similar pullover style here), it absolutely screams festive but it is still so stylish.  I love the draped shawl collar too, which takes it up a notch on the dressy scale.  The best thing about this sweater is that it really does the work for your entire outfit.  The rest can just be a simple, all black look because this sweater will steal the show.  It’s also so soft and warm!  Plus, buffalo plaid is a timeless holiday look, so you’ll get to wear this year after year.  Also, a girl always needs a good pair of snow boots, am I right?! I love Macy’s selection.

Checkered Sweater | Black Skinny Jeans | Boots

Holiday Outfit #2

This is my go-to outfit for holiday gatherings:  leggings, oversized sweater, scarf, & warm boots.  I am all about being as cozy as possible but still looking nice for the occasion.  This sweater is incredibly cozy and a plaid scarf makes it perfect for Christmas.  I love that since the scarf is smaller you can still wear it with a cowl neck sweater.  Macy’s has a great selection of scarves!! These faux leather leggings are one of my absolute favorite things I own and I highly recommend them.  Lastly, warm shearling boots are a necessity!  I mean, it’s pretty much like wearing slippers all the time.  That’s A-Okay in my book!

Sweater | Scarf | Leggings | Boots

Holiday Outfit #3

If you like to be a little dressier for the holidays, but still want to feel comfortable, then look no further than this skirt/sweater combo.  The skirt makes it dressy enough for fancier holiday parties, but the sweater contrasts with a nice casual feel to keep you warm.  You could either wear a pair of heels to really make it dressy, or a cute pair of booties if you wanted it more on the casual side.  I love that the color combos here are still Christmas-y without being the standard reds & golds, but rather a twist with the deep burgundy sweater.  You could also tie up the sweater in the front and the back for a more polished look, or left down for a more casual, slouchy look!  This outfit would also double as a great New Year’s Eve look!

Sweater | Skirt | Heels

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Happy 9th anniversary to the love of my life! I’ Happy 9th anniversary to the love of my life! I’m the luckiest girl to have you🤍🤍🤍
Halloween front porch! Ghosts, skeletons, bats, & Halloween front porch! Ghosts, skeletons, bats, & witch hats! Still have to add my spooky orange lights and of course our jack o lanterns 🎃 

Comment HALLOWEEN below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5oXzu #ltkhome #ltkhalloween #ltkseasonal #halloween #halloweendecor #halloweenfrontporch
These ghosts we got last year are some of our favo These ghosts we got last year are some of our favorite Halloween decorations 🎃Easy to put together and they light up too! Currently on sale ‼️ be sure to follow along to see what I’ve done differently with them this year 👻 which I’ll be sharing later this week!! 

Comment GHOST below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5oLFP #ltkseasonal #ltksalealert #halloween #halloweendecor #halloweendecorations #ghostdecor
Friday clean with meeeee! (& Avery) 🫧 happy fri Friday clean with meeeee! (& Avery) 🫧 happy friday!🤍🤍🤍

Comment CLEAN for details!

https://liketk.it/5ni9u

#cleaning #dailyvlog #cleanwithme #fridayclean #friday #fridaymotivation #fridayroutine
This tile project completes the fireplace renovati This tile project completes the fireplace renovation🖤🤍 Be sure to go back and watch parts one and two to see the complete transformation! Comment FIREPLACE and I’ll send you the links to the tiles and supplies I used. 

@loweshomeimprovement #fireplacerenovation #tile #organicmodern #marblelook
My fall mantel decor! Everything from Target and A My fall mantel decor! Everything from Target and Amazon🍂🤎 comment FALL and I’ll send ya the 🔗 

fall candles | fall foliage | fall decor | home decor | mantel styling 

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5mFxB #ltkhome #ltkseasonal #ltkfindsunder50
Fireplace Makeover Part 2! Comment FIREPLACE for t Fireplace Makeover Part 2! Comment FIREPLACE for the supplies we used!🔥

When I say this design came to me in a dream I quite literally mean it haha it really came to me in my sleep. I had been thinking about how to make the overmantel work since the stone structure placement kind of made it more difficult.

Putting 2x4s up the wall allowed us to place the shiplap over the top part of the stone and took it out from the wall a little bit. Then Craig built the mantel over the existing stone one - which by the way was the worst mantel that ever existed. It was only about 3 inches deep, it was completely uneven, and it was tilted forward. So basically it was impossible to get anything to really stay on the mantel. Useless lol. Now I have a nice big mantel I can style and put up Christmas decorations and it just looks amazing. 

Overmantel paint color: @sherwinwilliams Worldly Gray
Mantel stain: Minwax Special Walnut

#homediy #lowesfinds #lowescreator #fireplacerenovation #homerenovation @loweshomeimprovement
Fireplace Makeover Part One! 🏠 This is sort o Fireplace Makeover Part One! 🏠 

This is sort of a “it’s gotta get a little worse before it gets better” situation but I HAVE A VISION PPL trust me😅 Hit follow and stick around for part 2!

Products I used from @loweshomeimprovement ⬇️

•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick Flat Avorio
White Lime Interior/Exterior Limewash
•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick 6-in Reusable
Assorted Flat Wall brush

#lowesfinds #lowescreator #fireplace #fireplacemakeover #diyhome
Fireplace Makeover Part One!

This is sort of a “it’s gotta get a little worse before it gets better” situation but I HAVE A VISION PPL trust me😅 Hit follow and stick around for part 2!

Products I used from @loweshomeimprovement ⬇️

•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick Flat Avorio
White Lime Interior/Exterior Limewash
•ROMABIO Masonry Stucco Brick 6-in Reusable
Assorted Flat Wall brush

#lowesfinds #lowescreator #fireplace #fireplacemakeover #diyhome
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