Whimsical Blue Living

Making Life Beautiful

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Adding Character and Charm Using Repurposed Vintage Pieces

One of my favorite ways to add character and charm to our home is to incorporate vintage pieces in unique ways other than their original purpose. I'm always on the lookout for interesting pieces, and when I find something that catches my eye I like to dream about all the different ways I could use … [Read more...]

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Dreaming Dreams

I love old things. There is something in me that feels an instant connection to certain items from the past and I have an intense desire to save and restore them. It’s hard to explain this feeling to people who aren’t the same way. It’s more than just a hobby or an interest. It’s like my mission and … [Read more...]

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Every Fairy Tale Castle Needs a Dungeon

Friends, life in our little castle is often like a fairy tale! And what fairy tale would be complete without a dark and scary dungeon full of creepy crawly things? The basement of our little castle is huge, spanning the whole length of the house. It used to be quite the party area, according … [Read more...]

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The Bee’s Knees

It’s funny how people who love DIY house projects view situations that would normally be considered a problem as a wonderful opportunity! We’ve been battling wasps at our house recently. My husband, ever so brave (and cheap because he didn’t want to hire an exterminator), attempted to deal with them … [Read more...]

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My Favorite Tip For Saving Money On Paint

Friends, two of my favorite things are paint and amazing deals, and when those things are combined, it makes my heart ridiculously happy! I always check the paint section when I’m shopping at the home improvement store, even if I’m not actually there to buy paint. Sometimes I find an amazing … [Read more...]

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Reflections on Life and Loss

Friends, I wrote this after one of my dearest friends lost her fiancé to cancer. It was one of those times when my fingers flew across the keyboard as the words poured out of my soul and the tears flowed from my eyes. I cried so hard I could barely see the words I was typing, and when I was done … [Read more...]

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If You Like My Castle, You’ll Love This Show!

There is something about old houses that I find so intriguing. Old homes are full of stories, romance, and soul. The design of beautiful historic homes makes my heart skip a beat! The materials used and the craftmanship that went into building old houses simply cannot be replicated today. I love old … [Read more...]

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Finding the Time

I was eating lunch recently with a new friend who also has young kids, and when she found out that I write a blog she stared at me in amazement and asked, “How do you have time to do that?” I smiled, because the answer isn’t nearly as glamorous as she probably assumed it would be. It’s a … [Read more...]

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So, We Bought a Fixer Upper!

Friends, I've been on the hunt recently for our next project! I had an idea of what I wanted in the back of my mind for a while, and I've been searching for over a year for the perfect house. I wanted something old with original details, and I was really hoping for a house that reminded me of my … [Read more...]

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What Should We Do For a Kitchen Sink Cabinet?

Friends, I’m debating between two different options for our kitchen renovation, and I need your opinion! We’re still a long way from actually starting the project, but I want to figure out the sink area because that significantly influences the rest of the design. The thing that I absolutely love … [Read more...]