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How We Upgraded Our Airbnb Bedrooms (and the Amazon Finds That Made It Easy)
One of the most important spaces in any short-term rental is the bedroom. Guests may enjoy the kitchen or lounge in the living room, but at the end of the day, what they’ll remember most is how well they slept. Since my husband and I don’t live in the same city (or state!) as our Airbnb, we visit every few months to refresh and upgrade the space. Bedrooms are always a top priority during these visits—we go through the linens, toss anything stained or worn, and update bedding when needed. On our most recent trip, we focused on upgrading both the master and guest bedrooms. The difference? Night and day.…
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Elevate Your Photo Gallery Wall with Picture Lights
I hemmed and hawed for months on how to best display our wedding photos. I wanted to include them in the living room in a way that felt intentional and elevated—not just frames on a wall. After searching for awhile, I realized I was gravitating towards the look of a gallery wall with large mat picture frames. I created a gallery wall with six of our favorite wedding portraits, but something still felt missing. The frames looked beautiful, but the wall didn’t have that wow factor I was envisioning. Enter: gallery wall lights. I found this 3-Pack of Picture Lights on Amazon and added them above our gallery wall. The…
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How to Refresh Your Airbnb: Keeping Your Space Guest-Ready
Owning and managing an Airbnb when you don’t live nearby has its challenges—but with the right system in place, it’s absolutely doable. My husband and I manage a short-term rental in another state, and while we rely on a trusted cleaning company for regular turnovers, we’ve learned the importance of doing our own refresh trips every few months. Think of these refresh visits as a way to “reset” your space, catch any wear-and-tear before it becomes a problem, and make sure your guests are consistently enjoying a five-star experience. Here’s exactly how we approach refreshing our Airbnb. Schedule Regular Refresh Visits Since we don’t live in the same city (or…
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How I Completed Our Living Room Look With The Right Roman Shades
When we first moved into our home, I had no idea that choosing window treatments would be such a process. I thought I’d just find something that fit the windows, hit “add to cart,” and move on. But as I started shopping, I realized that curtains and shades aren’t just functional—they completely change the feel of a space. After spending weeks researching fabrics, hardware, curtain lengths, and styles, I finally pulled the trigger on some beautiful linen curtains (more on those in this post). They added softness, elegance, and helped define the space. Still, something felt missing. That “missing piece” turned out to be the ARLO BLINDS Sheer Bamboo Roman…
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Everything You Need to Know About DIY Wedding Bouquets
DIYing my wedding flowers was hands-down one of the best decisions I made throughout the entire planning process. It saved us money, gave me complete creative control, and ended up being one of the most fun, memorable parts of my wedding weekend. I actually took a two-part approach: I used artificial flowers to design our wedding arch and centerpieces months ahead of time, and sourced fresh flowers for the bridal and bridesmaid bouquets (and a few extra arrangements) just days before the wedding. It took me months to research everything from floral arrangement styles to bulk flower sourcing—and now I’m here to pass along what I learned. If you’re considering…
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Amazon Wedding Registry Favorites You’ll Love and Actually Use
Creating our wedding registry was one of the most exciting (albeit overwhelming!) parts of wedding planning. When I started putting the registry together, we had JUST moved from an apartment into our new home, so there were plenty of things we needed as we were now looking to fill several rooms! I wanted to choose items that felt useful, beautiful, and perfect for our new life together—not just things to check off a list. So, I put a lot of effort into creating the perfect wedding registry, one that had a variety of items over a wide range of price points. I used Zola to create our registry, and they…
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The Exact Bedding I Use for a Cozy Look
I honestly didn’t realize how sad and outdated the bedding looked in our master bedroom until we moved into our new place. With the new decor, our old comforter looked flat and boring. It definitely did not provide the cozy, luxurious hotel-style feel I craved. But, I truly had no idea where to start when it came to elevating my bedding. I was overwhelmed by the color, texture, and pattern options. And, I didn’t even know the essential layers, let alone where to shop for them! Luckily, I’ve now learned, and I’m happy to share (check out my post Making and Styling Your Bed, Made Simple). But, trust me, it…
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How to Choose Curtains for Your Living Room: Tips for First-Time Decorators
When we moved into our new home, I didn’t expect that picking out curtains would be so tricky. I figured I’d just measure the windows, click “add to cart,” and call it a day. But once I started diving into the options—lengths, fabrics, linings, hardware styles—I realized that there is SO much to think about. I honestly researched curtain ideas for weeks. Seriously! I really feel like curtains can make or break the look of a room. The good news? Once you know a few key tips, choosing the right living room curtains becomes a whole lot easier. In this post, I’m breaking down everything I learned (after lots of…
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How to Style Throw Pillows Like a Pro: Easy Tips for a Cozy Living Room
When we moved into our new home, I was determined to make our living room feel cozy, inviting, and pulled-together—but I quickly hit a wall when it came to throw pillows. I’m embarrassed to admit I used to use the pillows that came with the sofa! Once I decided to upgrade, I had absolutely no idea where to start. The number of choices was completely overwhelming. How many pillows do I need? What size should they be? Do they all have to match? Where do I even find good quality pillows? After lots of research, trial & error, and more than a few returns, I finally found a formula that…
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What to Save On—and What’s Worth the Splurge—in Your Airbnb
Smart decisions for comfort, durability, and 5-star reviews—without blowing your budget. Take it from me, setting up an Airbnb can get expensive fast. When we got our first short-term rental up and running in 2023, we had no idea what to expect, and I definitely made some purchases I wouldn’t repeat again! It’s SO hard to know whether to invest in quality decor, or buy more budget pieces, knowing you’ll probably end up replacing things quickly anyway. And now, as an experienced Airbnb Superhost, I think I’ve found the right balance. The key: intentional spending. This means knowing where to cut costs and where to invest for guest experience and…
