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How to Get Fantastic Family Photos on a Budget

October 19, 2017

I'm a commission partner with Minted.com and Groupon so if you end up purchasing by clicking on the links, I'll get a few pennies back at no additional cost to you. Read my full disclosure here. You don’t have to spend a fortune on professional photography, but every family NEEDS professional photos to capture moments of family history. ­Let’s be real, you cannot compare your so-so phone ... View Post

Blue Painted kitchen cabinets using Sherwin Williams Indigo Batik. An easy DIY upgrade to an online garage sale find. Use it as a test before you paint your whole kitchen. #offerup #beforeandafter #paintedfurniture #color #furniture

Upcycle a Sink into a Buffet

October 12, 2017

I’ll admit it, I was a little chicken when I decided to paint my kitchen blue. As I searched through Pinterest for inspiration, I gravitated to those tuxedo kitchens. You know the ones with the dark-painted bottom cabinets and the light-colored uppers? So dreamy. My kitchen? Not so dreamy. It was super ugly and stuck in the 80s. Be forewarned ugly is an understatement. Here she is in all her ... View Post

Stylish Ways to Display Family Memories

October 5, 2017

Three years of my childhood memories were ripped away from me. Dramatic opening right? But it's true. I lived as an army brat until early adolescence and moving around brought about some serious repercussions. Even though I lost a lot, the whole ordeal left me with a passion to be intentional with incorporating memories in my home decor. It's also the reason why  Make it Meaningful is one of my ... View Post

This is a bedroom of my dreams designed beautifully in neutrals, layers and luxury.

Make Your Decorating Dream Reality

September 27, 2017

We've accomplished quite a bit in our quest to learn how to decorate. So far, we’ve gathered inspiration, defined our signature style, selected a color palette and made a mood board.  You're ready to make your dream a reality. Now that you have a clear direction on your design plan, it’s time to get down to business. Everything we’ve done so far has been in dreamland. Your dream room, your ideal ... View Post

How to Create a Mood Board & Decorate Like a Pro

September 19, 2017

A mood board will become your new playground for decorating. Let’s be honest, shopping is probably the best part of decorating. But shopping without a plan is a set up for buyer remorse, or worse, expensive purchases that don’t work with your design scheme. I’m going to show you how to design your room like a pro without leaving your couch or spending a dollar. Ready? We’re creating a mood ... View Post

5 Places to Shop For Home Decor Bargains

September 4, 2017

There are literally dozens of places to shop for awesome home décor in store and online. I’ve never had the luxury of shopping without a budget, but boy if I did I’d pick up anything in Z-Gallerie, West Elm and Restoration Hardware. Love all the goodies they sell. But chile that is not my story. I’m a real stickler for watching my pennies and decorating on a budget. As a stay at home mom for 8 ... View Post

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Hey there, I’m Kenyatta, a self-proclaimed Home Décor and DIY enthusiast. I teach DIY decorating based on my simple core values-my rules of life. I’m a gutsy girl with a tiny budget, but enormous dreams and high style. I’d love to share this life journey with you. Laugh with (or at me) but leave with nuggets of wisdom that will last you a lifetime.

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