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Easy DIY Wooden Photo Hanger

April 4, 2019 By Lindsay Houser 4 Comments

Not enough space to display all of your photos? This easy DIY wooden photo hanger to the rescue! This is such an easy, fun DIY project that you'll love! Display and change up all of your photos easily while keeping that farmhouse decor look! Check out the smart hack to save even more time in the directions!

If you’re like me, you have hundreds of adorable photos of your children and not nearly enough room to showcase them. My shelves were becoming too full of frames and it’s a pain to frequently switch out photos in frames. I wanted a way to easily display and change photos while conserving space. Enter this […]

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Bathroom Farmhouse Makeover

February 27, 2019 By Anne Metz 4 Comments

Have a bathroom or powder room in need of a spruce? This fab farmhouse makeover, step-by-step DIY project will refresh your space in no time, on the cheap! A budget-friendly, easy DIY project that will make a ton of difference!

We have the world’s smallest powder room. You can literally sit on the toilet and brush your teeth at the same time. I’m not exaggerating. I guess because it was so small, we just never spent any time decorating it or making it look pretty after we moved in three years ago. And honestly, if […]

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5 Easy Home Improvement Projects to Transform your Home

February 13, 2019 By Lindsay Houser 2 Comments

Looking to update your home, but don't have a huge budget of time or money? These 5 easy home improvement projects can make such a stunning difference!

Sometimes I stare at my home and desperately want to update it.  I can’t be alone in this, right? Reality tends to hit, as it often does, when I realize I have young children and a large home improvement project is just not something I am prepared to take on at this point in my […]

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Perfect Game Day Snack

January 25, 2019 By Meredith 2 Comments

Looking for the perfect Game Day snack? This is a genius balance of light and savory and sure to please all of your Big Game Day guests--get ready to enjoy!!

This post was sponsored by RITZ as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post about a perfect game day snack are my own. I am getting so excited for the Big Game! While I’m mourning our Philadelphia team being out of the running, we always love watching, […]

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12 Genius Christmas Gifts for the Overwhelmed Mom

November 20, 2018 By Meredith 19 Comments

Know a mom who is stressed out? Check this genius list of the 12 best gifts for the overwhelmed mom and be gift giver of the year! She will swoon over all of these options, I promise! #7 is my personal favorite :)

***Thank you to all the participating brands for providing product and services for review purposes so I can share this list of genius gifts for the overwhelmed mom with you! All opinions are 100% my own.*** Here at The Mom of the Year, our specialty has always been (and will always be–no chance of us […]

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Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Holidays, Homemaking, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping, Pets, Toys, Young Kids

5 Things to Know About Choosing a Lawyer

November 8, 2018 By Meredith

Choosing a lawyer can feel overwhelming, but fear not! These 5 clear, smart tips will help you quickly make a decision that is right for your family's needs!

The latest statistics show there are over 1.3 million lawyers practicing in the U.S. today. In one given city and one given specialty, such as a medical malpractice attorney in Pittsburgh, there are likely to be dozens to choose from, which can make it somewhat overwhelming trying to decide the right one to handle your […]

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How to Stain and Seal Wood to Last for Generations

October 11, 2018 By Lindsay Houser 4 Comments

Want to preserve an old piece of furnture? Following this simple and smart DIY how-to to stain and seal wood so it will last! These steps are so clear, and I would never have know the trick to the poly coat!

The intense summer heat is finally gone, and this cooling off allows for time spent enjoying outdoor hobbies. This is when I can dig into my DIY projects–so relaxing for me, especially when it comes to staining wood! I love to stain and seal wood so it will hold up well to the rigors of […]

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Safer Window Coverings Matter–Don’t Take a Chance!

October 2, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

sponsored-Safer window coverings are crucial! Window covering cord safety matters so much, October is set aside to raise awareness as National Window Covering Safety Month. Cords pose a serious strangulation hazard to infants and young children. Read on here and learn the one, only truly reliable way to make sure your window coverings are safer for your little ones!

This post about safer window coverings was sponsored by Window Covering Safety Council as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. The calendar has flipped, there is slight crisp in the evening air, and you can’t turn the corner at the grocery without finding […]

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Filed Under: Babies, Health, Homemaking, Young Kids

DIY Desk Chalk Paint Makeover

September 27, 2018 By Anne Metz 4 Comments

Want to try a chalk paint makeover, but not sure where to start? Follow these simple, easy steps, and you'll find this DIY project is super do-able--soon you will be rehabbing all the furniture in your house for that farmhouse decor, not just this desk makeover!

If you’ve ever considered a chalk paint makeover for your furniture, but were a little nervous about it–don’t be! It’s fast, easy, and gives you that cool farmhouse look. I completed this desk makeover in my free moments over just a week and I’ll take you through this project step by step. I bought this desk a […]

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5 Tips for Organizing a Community Yard Sale

September 7, 2018 By Meredith 1 Comment

Ever wanted to host a community yard sale, but not sure where to start? These 5 smart tips will have you sorted in no time--I would never would have thought of #4!

If you have a growing family, then you might find yourself running out of storage space for items that your kids no longer use but are still in good shape. High chairs, toys, and clothes can clutter your home and take up space you may need. One solution for decreasing the mess is to hold […]

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