I've had this kitchen table for 15 years. It was one of the only pieces of furniture that we could afford after building our home. As you know, I cheaply bought all the other pieces off Craigslist or at estate sales and Chalk Painted them.
This is version 1.
Version 2.
Then I decided to
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Kitchen Love
I am so excited about our new marble countertops. It literally feels like a new kitchen and has lightened up the entire great room.
Birdie is a fan of the look. Phew! She's a tough critic.
I was super motivated by Serena and Lilly with some of the other accessories. However, I'm not a fan of
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Starving
Why is the title of my memoir Starving?
Well, it is the perfect fit for how I felt. That ache in my belly, that need, that hunger for both emotional and physical support. And the more that I was deprived, the more that I felt it in my body and my mind.
The anxiety crept into my body because
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YOU!
Guess when I feel most filled up and NOT starving. When I get to read your beautiful, encouraging and love-filled emails. You have brought me to tears, Dear Readers. You have always allowed me to be myself and show up as I am. You have reached out and connected with me in so many way and this has
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Memoir
Hi Friends. I'm feeling a little timid and scared, but wanted to let you know that I wrote a memoir. It is called Starving. It was something that I needed to do for myself and my healing process. As many of you know, I have struggled since the age of ten with debilitating anxiety and depression. So
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Spring Eye Candy
I am so excited that spring is upon us. Here is some pretty pink eye candy to get us in the mood for brighter days.
xo,
Christen
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Yearbooks
My family has become obsessed with our annual yearbook that I make after the holidays recapping all the year's events with pictures.
I have to give credit to a dear friend that showed me her family yearbooks a few years ago. I have done photo books before, but never made a proper yearbook for
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New Look!
Hi Friends! I have a new website look and I'm super excited about it. I used my favorite friends at Design Blogs to create a fresh, updated look. I'm still working on a few things here and there, but I love the feel of it.
Content will be similar - design, paint, interiors, etc. I will also have
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Five Friday Favorites
Hi! Here are five items in five different categories that I'm loving right now. Happy Friday! xo, Christen
Serena and Lilly Riviera Counter Stool
2. Tik Tok's Feta and Tomato Pasta
3. The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
4. William Sonoma Cozy Cottage Wreath
5. Maeve Feliciana
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Firetable
Raise you hand if you spent time with friends outside around a fire-pit this winter. I think it was one of the only ways to stay safe and feel connected.
We had a heat lamp, but needed more fire. So, like a few other COVID projects, I challenged Dear Husband with making me a fire table JUST LIKE
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Stanley Tucci and Italy
There's nothing I love more than a good documentary. And one with a great host is even better. Have you all seen the new foodie documentary with Stanley Tucci as he eats his way through Italy?
It is so well done. Beautiful sites, foods and interesting information. My family is from Naples, which
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Swivel Chairs
Swivel chairs are very exciting. I didn't know I needed them until I needed them. I've been updating the family room and was really excited to add these. I think they can open a room and make the adjoining area part of the conversation.
I have a few cats that agree.
These are from Restoration
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New: Blue Egg Facebook Group
Hi Friends! I've joined a few Facebook Groups during this past year to try to stay connected to things that interest me. It's actually been really great. I'm in a few writing groups, painting groups and animal rescue groups :)
I decided that we need one so we can inspire one another I've named it
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For Sale: Vintage Toledo Drafting Stool
I was obsessed with this stool about ten years ago and found this beauty on eBay. I had it shipped here and it was loved. I now don't have space for her and she is looking for a good home.
You have probably seen these pop up at Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware and anywhere you find
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Reader Question
"You were my original inspiration for my house almost 6 years ago. I found you on Pinterest. What is a good time frame for redecorating?"
Hi Friend! Thanks for your question on Instagram (if you are not following me on Insta meet me there at Blueeggbrownnest and find me on Pinterest too! They
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Cloud Collection
We all know home styles change as does furniture & design. If are like me, you get bored with the same old same old and want to keep up!
Over here things go out of style and get worn especially with a husband, 3 kids, a dog, 4 cats and loads of foster cats (from Homeward Trails). As you
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Free: Chicken Coup Cubbies
Hi Friends! How is everyone holding up? I pray you are all safe and cozy in your beautiful homes.
We have been working on a steady stream of projects over here, which basically means I'm coming up with projects for Brent and the kids! It's a perfect match. He has been working from home and his
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