home ownership

bedroom.

Sean and I finally decided on some art for our bedroom. It’s one of the last places where we hadn’t picked a single thing for the walls. I think this R.C. Gorman is perfect for the space. Next spring, we might change the wall color. Home decorating is a process; I’m slow, at times, to […]

JRW

October 20, 2015

Home, inspiration

art, home decor, home ownership, rc gorman

bathroom art.

Way back last Spring, I decided to make a cheeky cross stitch for the guest bathroom in my new home. Well, I’ve finally decided to display it right above the toilet. I think it’s a fitting spot. Even bathrooms deserve a little handmade decor.

JRW

October 20, 2015

Home, Misc Make

cross stitch, decorating, handmade, home decor, home owner, home ownership, homemade

porch life.

Finally, home feels settled. And after years of living in the city without proper outdoor space, I have not one–but two–giant porches. One facing east toward downtown in the back, and one facing west and the world’s best sunsets. The back porch is a great place to enjoy an after work cocktail, or a book […]

JRW

September 16, 2015

boston, Cocktails and Beer, Home

home, home decor, home ownership, porch, porch life

remnants.

I’m a homeowner! Sorry for the outburst, I’m just still beyond thrilled and shocked that I’ve actually made a huge goal of mine come true–to buy a place of my own in Boston city limits. It’s been a long time coming, but I couldn’t be more ready to move into my place. I closed at […]

JRW

April 23, 2015

Home, Misc Make

diy, furniture, home, home decor, home ownership, pendleton, refinishing furniture

paint samples.

It was official last Friday. I closed on my first home; I won’t move in until June (it’s a lease back for 59 day situation, which is perfect timing because we will be out off work for school summer break) but in the meantime, I’m plotting in my head where my furniture will go, purchasing […]

JRW

April 14, 2015

boston, Home, inspiration

decorating, home, home decor, home ownership