Category Archives: DIY Projects

Project Spotlight: Dining Room

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Conner Volpe

When Mandy and I first moved into the Fox Den, we thought that the builder was going to put trim in our dining room to match our foyer. They didn’t. When I asked about it they wanted a crazy amount … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks in All Things

Posted on November 28, 2013 by mandyvolpe

While we are busy celebrating the day with our families, I wanted to give you a quick glimpse of the gratitude we attempted to verbalize this month. So often the holidays come and go, and we skim over Thanksgiving as … Continue reading →

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Project Spotlight: Barn Door

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Conner Volpe

Ever since we moved into the Fox Den, Mandy has been wanting to install a barn door somewhere. It didn’t take long to realize that the door to our master bathroom would be the perfect candidate – take a look … Continue reading →

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I mustache you about my nightstands

Posted on May 29, 2013 by mandyvolpe

I dub these nightstands the gentlemen. Mostly because of their personality. Note the mustache. Now to back up, this was an Ikea Hack inspired by Pinterest. See, we knew we needed nightstands that were large and in charge for our … Continue reading →

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Trash to Treasure Lantern Light Fixture

Posted on May 8, 2013 by mandyvolpe

Are we having fun yet?? Last week I was at a Thrift store and saw this gold light fixture. I saw the price- $15, and immediately thought that with some spray paint it could be the perfect copy cat of … Continue reading →

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Home Project: weekend update

Posted on April 30, 2013 by mandyvolpe

Weekend updates have changed a lot. While we still are finding time to explore and have date nights, the less glamorous side of our weekends are filled with paint in our hair and tools in our hands. This weekend we … Continue reading →

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If you like then you shoulda put a stripe on it: New Home Projects

Posted on April 29, 2013 by mandyvolpe

I started this post a few weeks ago, but in the midst of unpacking and getting used to our new neighborhood, I never pressed submit. I think your house becomes a little bit more your home once you put up … Continue reading →

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Clearing the Clutter

Posted on January 10, 2013 by mandyvolpe

Sometimes you just need to clear the clutter to be able to focus. I took the fresh start of the year to clear off my desk, update my inspiration board, and create a new system of organization. I am in … Continue reading →

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Light My Fire

Posted on October 5, 2012 by mandyvolpe

I am all about using what you’ve got to make things work. For example, I had an old match box and decided to cover it with washi tape to use as part of my fall décor. The process was as … Continue reading →

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New Etsy Shop

Posted on September 25, 2012 by mandyvolpe

Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to present to you my Etsy Shop! That’s right. You can now order the tray inserts for your lucite trays straight from my shop! The inserts are completely customizable and they feature polka dots … Continue reading →

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