This Week on eHow: Dip Dyed Market Tote

05.12.2014

I’ve been dying to try the dip dyed look on a piece of furniture in our house, but oddly enough, the first thing I ended up actually trying the effect on was a tote! My new DIY-ed half mint bag has practically been glued to my hip ever since I completed it one unassuming afternoon in my studio. I take it with me everywhere—to the grocery store, thrift shops, to my parents’ house—it’s the perfect way to grab goodies and go. For the full tutorial, click through to eHow!

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I’ve almost hit my reading goal of 45 books read

I’ve almost hit my reading goal of 45 books read in 2024! 🙌🏼🧡📚 As exciting as that is, though, I feel like 45 was wayyyyyyy too many. I pushed myself to read as quickly as I could, and now when I look back at my “books read” list I can’t even tell you what some of them were about! I guess there comes a point when you simply read too many stories back to back and can’t retain plot points and characters. I think next year, I’ll stick to something more manageable, like 25, and I may read fewer thrillers. Those are always the ones that go by in a blur. What have YOU read and loved this year? I really enjoyed my fantasy reads in 2024, so please share those recs in particular if you’ve got them!👇🏼👇🏼

I loved the Wynter WYN-02 Auburn/Multi rug from @l

I loved the Wynter WYN-02 Auburn/Multi rug from @loloirugs that we have in our sunroom so much that I ordered the exact same design in a smaller size for our kitchen seating nook! 🥰💕 I get asked about this rug almost every single day here on IG, which, honestly, doesn’t surprise me at all. The colors are so well balanced and earthy, and the vintage-inspired design is a beaut 🧡👌🏼⭐️ Shop this rug in my Stories now, or comment “RUG” and I’ll send you a direct link! It’s just $73 today for Black Friday 🙌🏼💻 #LoloiBFCM2024 (gifted)

This built-in desk area in my mom and dad’s kitc

This built-in desk area in my mom and dad’s kitchen has always felt a little boring and plain to me…Sorry, but it’s true! Swipe to see the “before” 🫢😬🫣 My mom uses this spot everyday for working on her laptop, and I wanted it to be a more inspiring place for her to spend time in 🧡 So, I pitched the idea to her of using a @fancywalls.eu wallpaper pattern that looks like tile to jazz things up for a lot less money (and effort!) to install. I love how the new “Gray retro geometric” wallpaper modernizes their kitchen, and that it only took half an hour to install by myself. It would have taken daysssss if we had put in real tile!!! Shop the Fancy Walls wallpaper I used in my Stories today, and let me know in the comments what kind of pattern you would use in YOUR kitchen… (gifted/ad)

Picture this: you just got your delivery of alllll

Picture this: you just got your delivery of allllllllll the amazing non-toxic kitchen appliances, pots, and pans that you ordered for a crazy good deal during the @ourplace Black Friday event!!! Trust me…It’s a really good feeling ☺️🎁🥘 Right now we’re in the “biggest sale days” window of this multi-day event, and things are selling out, so get your wishlist ready and head to the link in my Stories/bio today to grab your top picks at the best prices they’ll be at for the rest of the year. Message me privately or comment if you have a question. Our entire kitchen/meal prep routine is built around our collection of Our Place goodies, so I’ve got lots of experience to share. I love the lightweight feel of their pans (coming from someone with weak wrists), the non-toxic ceramic makes me feel good about what I serve at our dinner table, and the non-stick coating makes cleanup a breeze. I also just LOVE the design!!! Happy Christmas shopping and holiday cooking, my friends 🎄🙌🏼❤️🎅🏼 #FromOurPlace #OurPlaceAffiliate

Only @alisafoytik could make our naturally veryyy

Only @alisafoytik could make our naturally veryyy dark kitchen look this bright and inviting!! Full updated home tour with her lovely photos coming soon 😄📸🧡

Thanksgiving is less than a week away!!! Are you r

Thanksgiving is less than a week away!!! Are you ready? 🦃🍷🥧🍽️ Yesterday on the blog I shared a full breakdown of our holiday tablescape setup, including layered linens, colorful collected accents, and a simple DIY centerpiece made using $0 clippings from our own yard. Hop to dreamgreendiy.com for all the photos, plus my styling tips and links to everything you see here. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, my friends! 🧡 (video made in partnership with @crosscountrymtg)

What are your tips for getting a better night’s

What are your tips for getting a better night’s sleep? I’m realizing that I need to switch up my routine to get to a better “self care” state, so leave your suggestions in the comments pleaseeeeeeee 💤 😴 🛌

Four months ago, I posted a video joking about how

Four months ago, I posted a video joking about how our 1-year-old cat Joe loved to groom his favorite faux fur blanket from @lolablankets. A week later, he very unexpectedly passed away during emergency surgery…Our hearts were absolutely shattered, but we decided to adopt again, and we were able to rescue Joe’s (real life!) baby sister. The other day, I’m sure you can imagine my reaction when I found baby Gladys grooming Joe’s blanket JUST like her big brother used to 🥹💕🐱 Life really is just one full sweet circle, isn’t it…? Thanks for teaching Gladys from afar, Joe. We miss you everyday, but see so much of you in your little sister 💔

Verrrrry much looking forward to a cozy Sunday spe

Verrrrry much looking forward to a cozy Sunday spent at home watching football and, hopefully (if I feel up to it), dinner with family later tonight 🧡🍁🏈🍽️ What are your second-half-of-the-weekend plans?

Ummmmmm…The 2-piece Home Cool Duo from @ourplace

Ummmmmm…The 2-piece Home Cool Duo from @ourplace is on MAJOR sale right now ($195, regularly $315), and I thought you ought to know!!! 🫢🧡🙌🏼 I use our non-toxic Our Place pots and pans every single day, and recommend them to everybody I know 😅👌🏼 They’re lightweight, which is a biggie for me since I have really weak wrists, and I love the design/colors. The ceramic non-stick-ability is also unmatched, in my opinion, and holds up much better than other pots/pans we’ve had. Before I got my UC diagnosis, I whipped up this Chicken Stew With Dumplings recipe (via @kitchensanctuary) using my non-toxic non-stick Home Cook Duo. Grab the bundle and lots of other kitchen goodies during the Our Place sale to get the best price of the year! Psssst…Order by 11/19 to ensure delivery by Thanksgiving 🦃🧡🍁🍽️ #fromourplace #gifted

I’m still not quite ready to transition this spa

I’m still not quite ready to transition this space from fall to Christmas, but I’m getting there mentally! It was just so fun adding subtle touches of fall to this room back in September 🍂🧡🎃 A couple plaid accents here, some pumpkins there, fall foliage to round things out…Done! Just goes to show that you don’t have to go crazy with seasonal décor to get the point across (and it means you won’t have tons to store during the off season!) 🙌🏼 Are you still enjoying your fall décor?

Fall time is my forever favorite ☺️🧡🍂🎃

We were at sort of a loss for what to do with the

We were at sort of a loss for what to do with the empty area just off to the side of our kitchen. Swipe to see a video of the space before we moved in. The obvious answer was an eat-in breakfast area, of course, but when we replaced the kitchen counters we added a bar and stools for occasional dining, meaning we didn’t need the extra eat-in space. So, we eventually decided to test out a cozy seating area, and we’ve used it SO MUCH!!! 😄👍🏼🧡 When family comes to visit, we inevitably end up hanging out in the kitchen, and it’s so nice having a soft place to land for conversation. I love that it gives me a chance to show off some of my favorite antiques, too, like our vintage leather couch, china hutch, Bernard Cathelin art, and wood coffee table. Moral of the story: you don’t HAVE to go the obvious route when it comes to room function! Do what works for you ☺️⭐️✨

It has been two months and two weeks since we adop

It has been two months and two weeks since we adopted our rescue Lynx Point Siamese kitten, Gladys Jean, and she is just a PEACH! Even though she’s still tiny, Gladys and our big cat, Marlo, have become the best of wrestling partners, and Gladys has gotten the hang of her “big girl” litter boxes, too. We’ve been using @modkat litter boxes and their Litter Keeper for years, and, thankfully, Gladys has taken well to her new home and our established pet routines. I especially love how the Flip Litter Box opens with just a couple of smooth folds of the lid so I can scoop with ease (especially since I’m usually doing this bleary eyed at 5 in the morning), and the Litter Keeper disposes of clumps with a hands-free step on the foot pedal. Our #Modkat goodies also just look so sleek and clean in our modern home, which you know is important to me! I couldn’t recommend them more—zero complaints, and I think you’ll love them, too, if you’re a fellow cat mom or dad. Tell them Gladys Jean sent you! 🤗🧡🐱 #ad

Still kinda at a loss for words today. I’m just

Still kinda at a loss for words today. I’m just gonna let that be okay for the time being. Here’s a favorite photo from our old house that made me smile this morning 🧡 Hope you’re finding reasons to smile, too.

Reminder to be gentle with yourself today. We’re

Reminder to be gentle with yourself today. We’re gonna be okay 💙 (photo of a favorite quiet corner in our living room snapped by the lovely @alisafoytik)

Nap time for Gladys Jean and Marlo just got a maaa

Nap time for Gladys Jean and Marlo just got a maaaajor upgrade thanks to the Kip Cat Cushion from @tuftandpaw 🐱🐈‍⬛🧡 I’ve honestly never been so jealous of our pets…The girls love snuggling (and wrestling) with each other on that slightly concave surface, and the faux shearling cover soaks up afternoon sun making for the perfect heated sleep routine. I’m linking it in my Stories today if you want to add one to your own pet collection! We ordered it in “Wide,” by the way, to make sure both M and G could fit on it together—works like a charm! 🐾 (gifted)

I have a feeling that our sunroom is going to be d

I have a feeling that our sunroom is going to be decked out in holiday décor EXTRA early this year…I just need a little pick-me-up, ya know?! When are you planning to decorate for Christmas if you celebrate it? ❤️🎄🎅🏼🎁

Right before I got sick, John and I crossed off a

Right before I got sick, John and I crossed off a BIG project from our home remodeling list: refurbishing the old rusty iron railings on our back porch! They were super flakey and discolored when we first moved in two years ago, so we ended up just removing them entirely (along with all the overgrown shrubs, as you’ll see in the “before” photos I included in this video). We left the railings off for more than a year, and I actually really loved the clean look of the porch that way, but the Internet went absolutely wilddddd with the safety concerns of not having a railing when I shared about it. Happy to report that we survived without incident and I would have permanently left them off if I had had my way, but I ultimately gave into the pressure and hired someone to sandblast them clean so we could reinstall and paint them once and for all. An easy/reasonable $100 per railing for the pro cleaning later, and we were ready to get them back in place! After reattaching the railings to the porch with the old hardware that I had carefully labeled and bagged up, John and I painted them using a hammered texture Rustoleum paint that’s meant to cover/seal rust. It actually only needed one thick coat, so not too bad, and only cost about $25. I love how the black color gives these 1960s railings a more modern look, and I do appreciate the upgraded safety…It looks sort of formal now and elevated! I’m just glad we finally got it done ☺️🧡🙌🏼 What lingering home renovation projects are YOU planning to cross off your list this season?

An accurate representation of our plans for the da

An accurate representation of our plans for the day 💕 #happysaturday

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I’ve almost hit my reading goal of 45 books read

I’ve almost hit my reading goal of 45 books read in 2024! 🙌🏼🧡📚 As exciting as that is, though, I feel like 45 was wayyyyyyy too many. I pushed myself to read as quickly as I could, and now when I look back at my “books read” list I can’t even tell you what some of them were about! I guess there comes a point when you simply read too many stories back to back and can’t retain plot points and characters. I think next year, I’ll stick to something more manageable, like 25, and I may read fewer thrillers. Those are always the ones that go by in a blur. What have YOU read and loved this year? I really enjoyed my fantasy reads in 2024, so please share those recs in particular if you’ve got them!👇🏼👇🏼

I loved the Wynter WYN-02 Auburn/Multi rug from @l

I loved the Wynter WYN-02 Auburn/Multi rug from @loloirugs that we have in our sunroom so much that I ordered the exact same design in a smaller size for our kitchen seating nook! 🥰💕 I get asked about this rug almost every single day here on IG, which, honestly, doesn’t surprise me at all. The colors are so well balanced and earthy, and the vintage-inspired design is a beaut 🧡👌🏼⭐️ Shop this rug in my Stories now, or comment “RUG” and I’ll send you a direct link! It’s just $73 today for Black Friday 🙌🏼💻 #LoloiBFCM2024 (gifted)

This built-in desk area in my mom and dad’s kitc

This built-in desk area in my mom and dad’s kitchen has always felt a little boring and plain to me…Sorry, but it’s true! Swipe to see the “before” 🫢😬🫣 My mom uses this spot everyday for working on her laptop, and I wanted it to be a more inspiring place for her to spend time in 🧡 So, I pitched the idea to her of using a @fancywalls.eu wallpaper pattern that looks like tile to jazz things up for a lot less money (and effort!) to install. I love how the new “Gray retro geometric” wallpaper modernizes their kitchen, and that it only took half an hour to install by myself. It would have taken daysssss if we had put in real tile!!! Shop the Fancy Walls wallpaper I used in my Stories today, and let me know in the comments what kind of pattern you would use in YOUR kitchen… (gifted/ad)

Picture this: you just got your delivery of alllll

Picture this: you just got your delivery of allllllllll the amazing non-toxic kitchen appliances, pots, and pans that you ordered for a crazy good deal during the @ourplace Black Friday event!!! Trust me…It’s a really good feeling ☺️🎁🥘 Right now we’re in the “biggest sale days” window of this multi-day event, and things are selling out, so get your wishlist ready and head to the link in my Stories/bio today to grab your top picks at the best prices they’ll be at for the rest of the year. Message me privately or comment if you have a question. Our entire kitchen/meal prep routine is built around our collection of Our Place goodies, so I’ve got lots of experience to share. I love the lightweight feel of their pans (coming from someone with weak wrists), the non-toxic ceramic makes me feel good about what I serve at our dinner table, and the non-stick coating makes cleanup a breeze. I also just LOVE the design!!! Happy Christmas shopping and holiday cooking, my friends 🎄🙌🏼❤️🎅🏼 #FromOurPlace #OurPlaceAffiliate

Only @alisafoytik could make our naturally veryyy

Only @alisafoytik could make our naturally veryyy dark kitchen look this bright and inviting!! Full updated home tour with her lovely photos coming soon 😄📸🧡

Thanksgiving is less than a week away!!! Are you r

Thanksgiving is less than a week away!!! Are you ready? 🦃🍷🥧🍽️ Yesterday on the blog I shared a full breakdown of our holiday tablescape setup, including layered linens, colorful collected accents, and a simple DIY centerpiece made using $0 clippings from our own yard. Hop to dreamgreendiy.com for all the photos, plus my styling tips and links to everything you see here. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, my friends! 🧡 (video made in partnership with @crosscountrymtg)

What are your tips for getting a better night’s

What are your tips for getting a better night’s sleep? I’m realizing that I need to switch up my routine to get to a better “self care” state, so leave your suggestions in the comments pleaseeeeeeee 💤 😴 🛌

Four months ago, I posted a video joking about how

Four months ago, I posted a video joking about how our 1-year-old cat Joe loved to groom his favorite faux fur blanket from @lolablankets. A week later, he very unexpectedly passed away during emergency surgery…Our hearts were absolutely shattered, but we decided to adopt again, and we were able to rescue Joe’s (real life!) baby sister. The other day, I’m sure you can imagine my reaction when I found baby Gladys grooming Joe’s blanket JUST like her big brother used to 🥹💕🐱 Life really is just one full sweet circle, isn’t it…? Thanks for teaching Gladys from afar, Joe. We miss you everyday, but see so much of you in your little sister 💔

Verrrrry much looking forward to a cozy Sunday spe

Verrrrry much looking forward to a cozy Sunday spent at home watching football and, hopefully (if I feel up to it), dinner with family later tonight 🧡🍁🏈🍽️ What are your second-half-of-the-weekend plans?

Ummmmmm…The 2-piece Home Cool Duo from @ourplace

Ummmmmm…The 2-piece Home Cool Duo from @ourplace is on MAJOR sale right now ($195, regularly $315), and I thought you ought to know!!! 🫢🧡🙌🏼 I use our non-toxic Our Place pots and pans every single day, and recommend them to everybody I know 😅👌🏼 They’re lightweight, which is a biggie for me since I have really weak wrists, and I love the design/colors. The ceramic non-stick-ability is also unmatched, in my opinion, and holds up much better than other pots/pans we’ve had. Before I got my UC diagnosis, I whipped up this Chicken Stew With Dumplings recipe (via @kitchensanctuary) using my non-toxic non-stick Home Cook Duo. Grab the bundle and lots of other kitchen goodies during the Our Place sale to get the best price of the year! Psssst…Order by 11/19 to ensure delivery by Thanksgiving 🦃🧡🍁🍽️ #fromourplace #gifted

I’m still not quite ready to transition this spa

I’m still not quite ready to transition this space from fall to Christmas, but I’m getting there mentally! It was just so fun adding subtle touches of fall to this room back in September 🍂🧡🎃 A couple plaid accents here, some pumpkins there, fall foliage to round things out…Done! Just goes to show that you don’t have to go crazy with seasonal décor to get the point across (and it means you won’t have tons to store during the off season!) 🙌🏼 Are you still enjoying your fall décor?

Fall time is my forever favorite ☺️🧡🍂🎃

We were at sort of a loss for what to do with the

We were at sort of a loss for what to do with the empty area just off to the side of our kitchen. Swipe to see a video of the space before we moved in. The obvious answer was an eat-in breakfast area, of course, but when we replaced the kitchen counters we added a bar and stools for occasional dining, meaning we didn’t need the extra eat-in space. So, we eventually decided to test out a cozy seating area, and we’ve used it SO MUCH!!! 😄👍🏼🧡 When family comes to visit, we inevitably end up hanging out in the kitchen, and it’s so nice having a soft place to land for conversation. I love that it gives me a chance to show off some of my favorite antiques, too, like our vintage leather couch, china hutch, Bernard Cathelin art, and wood coffee table. Moral of the story: you don’t HAVE to go the obvious route when it comes to room function! Do what works for you ☺️⭐️✨

It has been two months and two weeks since we adop

It has been two months and two weeks since we adopted our rescue Lynx Point Siamese kitten, Gladys Jean, and she is just a PEACH! Even though she’s still tiny, Gladys and our big cat, Marlo, have become the best of wrestling partners, and Gladys has gotten the hang of her “big girl” litter boxes, too. We’ve been using @modkat litter boxes and their Litter Keeper for years, and, thankfully, Gladys has taken well to her new home and our established pet routines. I especially love how the Flip Litter Box opens with just a couple of smooth folds of the lid so I can scoop with ease (especially since I’m usually doing this bleary eyed at 5 in the morning), and the Litter Keeper disposes of clumps with a hands-free step on the foot pedal. Our #Modkat goodies also just look so sleek and clean in our modern home, which you know is important to me! I couldn’t recommend them more—zero complaints, and I think you’ll love them, too, if you’re a fellow cat mom or dad. Tell them Gladys Jean sent you! 🤗🧡🐱 #ad

Still kinda at a loss for words today. I’m just

Still kinda at a loss for words today. I’m just gonna let that be okay for the time being. Here’s a favorite photo from our old house that made me smile this morning 🧡 Hope you’re finding reasons to smile, too.

Reminder to be gentle with yourself today. We’re

Reminder to be gentle with yourself today. We’re gonna be okay 💙 (photo of a favorite quiet corner in our living room snapped by the lovely @alisafoytik)

Nap time for Gladys Jean and Marlo just got a maaa

Nap time for Gladys Jean and Marlo just got a maaaajor upgrade thanks to the Kip Cat Cushion from @tuftandpaw 🐱🐈‍⬛🧡 I’ve honestly never been so jealous of our pets…The girls love snuggling (and wrestling) with each other on that slightly concave surface, and the faux shearling cover soaks up afternoon sun making for the perfect heated sleep routine. I’m linking it in my Stories today if you want to add one to your own pet collection! We ordered it in “Wide,” by the way, to make sure both M and G could fit on it together—works like a charm! 🐾 (gifted)

I have a feeling that our sunroom is going to be d

I have a feeling that our sunroom is going to be decked out in holiday décor EXTRA early this year…I just need a little pick-me-up, ya know?! When are you planning to decorate for Christmas if you celebrate it? ❤️🎄🎅🏼🎁

Right before I got sick, John and I crossed off a

Right before I got sick, John and I crossed off a BIG project from our home remodeling list: refurbishing the old rusty iron railings on our back porch! They were super flakey and discolored when we first moved in two years ago, so we ended up just removing them entirely (along with all the overgrown shrubs, as you’ll see in the “before” photos I included in this video). We left the railings off for more than a year, and I actually really loved the clean look of the porch that way, but the Internet went absolutely wilddddd with the safety concerns of not having a railing when I shared about it. Happy to report that we survived without incident and I would have permanently left them off if I had had my way, but I ultimately gave into the pressure and hired someone to sandblast them clean so we could reinstall and paint them once and for all. An easy/reasonable $100 per railing for the pro cleaning later, and we were ready to get them back in place! After reattaching the railings to the porch with the old hardware that I had carefully labeled and bagged up, John and I painted them using a hammered texture Rustoleum paint that’s meant to cover/seal rust. It actually only needed one thick coat, so not too bad, and only cost about $25. I love how the black color gives these 1960s railings a more modern look, and I do appreciate the upgraded safety…It looks sort of formal now and elevated! I’m just glad we finally got it done ☺️🧡🙌🏼 What lingering home renovation projects are YOU planning to cross off your list this season?

An accurate representation of our plans for the da

An accurate representation of our plans for the day 💕 #happysaturday