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This one’s for you…

May 8, 2015

As we were wrapping up some peonies in paper for some mama friends this morning, I couldn’t help but whisper a prayer for those who have a difficult weekend ahead.

There are wombs in waiting.
There are arms aching for the children they have lost.
There are sons and daughters with fresh wounds from the loss of the person who raised them.

It is easy for me to be overwhelmed with tears these days.
I tear up when I notice my child is growing.
I straight up weep when I think of their birth.
But today I can’t help but shed some tears for those mothers in waiting, those who mourn, and those who are trying to muster through the weekend.

A prayer for you today and through the weekend that God brings you peace, comfort, and HOPE that life still holds so much goodness for you, and is not too far in the distance. Know you are not forgotten, and that big bouquet right there^^…that one is for you.

And for each of you new and long time mothers, cheers to the life you give to your children tirelessly. I hope you are celebrated this weekend, and throughout the whole year!
x, Anna

Our Fireplace Build + How to Install A Cast Stone Mantel

February 21, 2024

how to install a cast stone fireplace surround

After a very slow start to our year, we started back on our living room renovation. I wanted to share this project from concept to completion including the plans, before photos, and the outcome! If you have ever wanted to add a fireplace area on a blank wall, we are sharing our process and how to install a cast stone mantel.

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Family Dinner: One pot Chili Mac n’ Cheese, Cornbread, and Apple Crumble

September 6, 2022

Chili Mac n’ Cheese is one of those recipes I make frequently in the cooler months due to the convenience of it. I usually have all of these ingredients stocked in the pantry, and it yields a big pot full!

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Build Your Own Fall Capsule Wardrobe

October 22, 2021

Remember when I used to blog about style? That was a great creative outlet for a while, but truth be told…being in front of the camera makes me really uncomfortable so I don’t miss it! I also started to move towards more simple capsule wardrobes to avoid excess. My sister Gianna and I scoured the internet to find options you can mix and match to build your own fall capsule.

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Kitchen Renovation Timeline + Layout

October 5, 2021

Well, after a year of planning, scheming, and dreaming….the kitchen renovation officially commences today. In many ways I am so glad we didn’t rush this process, and took the time to think through every detail. Since the kitchen is a place we spend so much time in, we wanted to make sure we really get it right. I admit when we started the design, I was naive to the amount of time and decisions involved in a gut renovation. Today I wanted to share a break down of what the timeline looks like because it all has to flow like a row of dominoes.

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One year home anniversary Q & A!

August 5, 2021

We moved into this home one year ago, and so as fast (or slow moving) this year has gone I knew I’d better write down some thoughts before I blink and it’s summer 2022! We definitely are not where we expected to be with the renovation, but exactly where we need to be with our family. That ends up being the type of realization that keeps teaching us through every annoying hurdle or happy hill we climb. Eyes on the priorities, and the rest can unfold as it may.

We want to answer some of the frequent questions we receive as well as give an overview of what is to come this year. We always hope sharing our process and progress no matter how big or small will serve as a helpful resource to any of you working on making your spaces feel more like home. Gabe and I are both educators at heart so we love being able to share what we can.

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We Are Coming to You! A Complete Room Makeover Giveaway

March 4, 2021

In Honor of Design - Gabe and Anna Liesemeyer

I could barely sleep last night because I have been so excited to announce this opportunity! We know it has been a tough year for so many people, and this is a way we can serve and give back. WE ARE GIVING AWAY A COMPLETE ROOM MAKEOVER! Not only that, but we are offering the option for us to come to you to install and set it up! (In a safely planned way.) We have been wanting to offer this opportunity for a long time as a way to give back to the wonderful IHOD community. We have received many requests over the years asking if we offer design help for other homes, so this is a way to make it happen for now! Read on for the details.

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