Jenny's House

Porch Makeover with Rejuvenation

If you’ve been a longtime reader, you know that we use this side entrance to our house more than our front door. It ends up being a place where we congregate often while chatting with the FedEx delivery guy or our neighbors while the kids ride bikes around the culdesac. Here’s what it looked like…

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If you’ve been a longtime reader, you know that we use this side entrance to our house more than our front door. It ends up being a place where we congregate often while chatting with the FedEx delivery guy or our neighbors while the kids ride bikes around the culdesac. Here’s what it looked like when we first moved in before we did an exterior makeover:

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And here’s what our side porch looks like today! I partnered with Rejuvenation to show you some of my favorite outdoor (and indoor!) pieces and I LOVE how just a few of their beautiful products have completely transformed this space we use so much.

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white planter with stand  //  terracotta planter with stand  //  rug  //  wall sconce

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A few months ago, our old exterior sconce kicked the bucket and even started to fall off the wall! Yikes! It was a good excuse to give this whole area a mini makeover.

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I found this Matte Cream sconce on the Rejuvenation site and fell in love with the clean lines and the shallow enamel shade. We had an electrician come and switch out the sconce and we were all enamored (and I couldn’t get those dead gardenia bushes out of there fast enough!).

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I went to Lowes and asked the guy in the nursery department to help me find something that would survive the full south facing sun, in the middle of the hottest part of the summer! It was a tall order, considering I asked for something colorful and pretty, but this Texas Sage they recommended looks beautiful and can withstand the hottest temperatures and long spells of drought!

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I am OBSESSED with these white and terracotta planters and stands! They are so modern and sculptural!

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The nursery guy also recommended this dark purple sweet potato vine. Doesn’t it all look SO pretty with the indoor/outdoor rug from Rejuvenation?

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I also added these metal house numbers on our door and I love how they are tonal on our black painted door!

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Here are all the links to my Rejuvenation additions and a few other pieces that have my heart!

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Thank you to Rejuvenation for sponsoring this post!

Round Up

24 Tried-and-True Scented Candles

Every time we get visitors at the studio they always comment on how good it smells in here – and trust me when I say that is no accident! We love trying out new candles and have found a few that are our hands down favorites. SUNBURST print  //  SUZANI print  //  rattan lamp We’ve also…

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Every time we get visitors at the studio they always comment on how good it smells in here – and trust me when I say that is no accident! We love trying out new candles and have found a few that are our hands down favorites.

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SUNBURST print  //  SUZANI print  //  rattan lamp

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We’ve also learned a few tips and tricks that help our candles last longer and burn cleaner. Wick trimmers and candle snuffers are for sure one of the most overlooked candle accessories. It is super important to trim your wick before burning, especially on new candles, to insure an even burn. I don’t know about you, but I want my candles to last as long as possibly, and trimming really makes a difference. I also hate the smell of candle smoke, so a snuffer is basically my best friend. It also prevents the wax from splashing around when you blow your candle out (pretty much worst case scenario!). This wick trimmer and snuffer duo is sleek, cute, and a great value for the money. They can also make a great hostess gift addition to a just a candle alone.

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Here are some of our tried and true favorites, but we’re always up for finding more! Did we miss any of your favorites?

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Shopping

Summer Style

Happy 4th, friends! This week I am escaping the suppressing desert heat and am heading to Scandinavia for two weeks with my family. I can’t wait to wear a jacket in Iceland, where it will be in the 40s and 50s! (YESSSSS!!!) We haven’t done a style post around here for a while, so I thought…

Happy 4th, friends! This week I am escaping the suppressing desert heat and am heading to Scandinavia for two weeks with my family. I can’t wait to wear a jacket in Iceland, where it will be in the 40s and 50s! (YESSSSS!!!)

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We haven’t done a style post around here for a while, so I thought I’d share some of my favorite latest finds! These are my best, most-asked-about purchases and I hope you find something to love as much as I do!

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1. Chambray Jumper – I am a chambray junkie. Most days, you’ll find me in a Canadian tuxedo, or a chambray shift dress. This jumpsuit is SUPER flattering and has the sweetest button details on the front and back. I get compliments every time I wear it!

2. Straw Bag – I’m sure you’ve notice the circle purse trend and this one is a great size and it’s affordable enough to feel fine about carrying it only in the warmer months. I have the black one and I love that it’s a little more understated, but still playful.

3. T-shirt Ruffle Top – YOU NEED THIS TOP!!! It is lightweight but not sheer and super, insanely flattering. If you don’t believe me, read the reviews!

4. I haven’t worn this sweatshirt yet (bc 115 degrees!) but I bought it for our trip and I can’t wait to layer it with my favorite chambray shirt (see below) and my military jacket.

5. and  6. – I love New Balance vintage style tennies, but this 220 style is sooooo much better than the other pairs I’ve bought over the years. It’s a slimmer and somehow more comfortable fit. My feet don’t look clunky in these and they comfortable and cute enough to wear to long install days (or long museum days! yay!).

 7. – The cuuuuutest summer hat to wear with a simple black swim suit! (I included a few of my favorite affordable suits below!)

 8. – I love linen dresses in the summer! This one gets a lot of compliments. I put a few stitches in to bring up the neckline a little and it was a super easy at-home alteration to make this beautiful dress work better for me.

9Cropped wideleg pants and jeans are pretty universally flattering – I think even on shorter people, though especially on taller girls like me (I’m 5’7″). These were very likely inspired by the $400 Jessica Kamm pants everyone in the world is obsessed with. I love the black, but also really love the blue, white and the yellow!

 10. I have these sandals in every color and they have been sold out for a while now, but they’re getting restocked this week and Madewell is taking pre-orders! I love these so much, I’m thinking of buying replacement pairs for next summer.

11. I’ve been trying to wear hats more when I’m outside because I’ve been getting some pretty bad sun spots on my face the past few years. My dermatologist did a laser treatment on my face last year (or was it two years ago?) and it worked great, but they’re getting dark again this summer and I’m trying to avoid them getting worse. Cute hats like the straw one above and this simple and perfect ball cap have been lifesavers!

12. I got a million messages about this pink striped top when I wore it for the photo up top! It’s light and breezy and has the perfect sleeve length! I bought one in pink and one in blue stripe! LOVE!

13. I love wearing dresses in the summer! This black eyelet dress is summer perfection, especially with my simple Madewell sandals above!

14. This is my favorite chambray shirt! The double pocket versions are not so flattering on me, but the single pocket is just right!  This top looks great tucked in with skirts, and white, black or darker denim.

15 . This black and white check top is the perfect summer weight! It’s super thin so it doesn’t feel hot and the sleeves roll up perfectly! I have it in the blue and red plaid too and I’ll probably wear it for our 4th of July celebration with white cutoffs.

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Yellow Swimsuit   //   Stripe Swimsuit   //  Blue Ruffle Swimsuit   //   Black Swimsuit

I hit the JACKPOT when I discovered this crazy affordable swim suit retailer! I love that they post reviews, so I can get the real scoop on how regular people (not models) look and feel in these $20-30 suits. These are the ones I have and love and they together cost less than the single suit I had been eyeing at Nordstrom. Score!

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1. Rosehip Oil – A lot of beauty and lifestyle bloggers have been singing the praises of Rosehip Oil lately, so I gave this large $15 bottle a try. I’ve been using it for about two months now and I think my skin has never looked better (and I’m only about a third of the way through the bottle – what a great value!).

Here’s my nightly routine – After I wash off my makeup, I exfoliate with a scrub by ZO I got at my dermatologist (though I really like this one too, and it’s much more affordable), then I apply the $20 Retinol serum I listed here below and once the serum has soaked in, I slather this Rosehip oil all over my face. I finish up with a small amount of the eye cream below and a healthy swipe of everyone’s favorite grapefruit lip mask! And that’s it. Only takes me about three minutes, but has made the hugest difference. The Rosehip oil has antibacterial properties, so I’ve noticed I’ve had almost no break outs this summer, which is usually when my combination skin struggles! Between the Rosehip oil and my new favorite highlighter, I feel like my skin is looking younger and dewier than it has in years.

2. Brow Plumper – I had my eyebrows microbladed two years ago and its pretty much worn off by now. I discovered this super inexpensive tinted brow gel at CVS a few months ago when I noticed my brows were starting to fade and I’ve been hooked ever since – so much so that I don’t think I’ll go back for another round of microblading. (PS I splurged on Glossier’s Boy Brow a while back – and this one is SO much better and cheaper!)

3. Eye Cream – We’re all about high-low mixing here at Juniper, because we know some products are absolutely worth their weight in gold. I bought this $60 cream after Kayti raved about it in her stories, and I’m a converted believer now too! Yes, it’s pricey, and yes, the jar is on the small side, but I’m pretty sure this little jar will last me a year, if not more. The tiiiiiiiniest little swipe of your finger goes so far with this amazing, buttery smooth product! Every day I feel like my tired eyes are looking less tired! And my eye makeup is not creasing in the same way it used to after a long day, which feels like the true test, right?

4. Retinol Serum – See #1 above for my nightly face wash routine! This $20 product rivals the waaaaaaay more expensive Retinol creams I’ve bought at my derm.

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Santal Candle – Every single candle in this collection (that’s all on clearance right now!) smells divine! I’m stocking up for the studio and to have on hand for quick hostess gifts!

“The Keto Reset Diet” Book – Ahhhh, Keto. SO MUCH TO SAY HERE. I think I may need to do an entire blog post about my experience with Keto. The short version is I did Keto earlier this year and lost 15 pounds in four weeks. I went on spring break and off Keto and have been able to keep the weight off since, all while eating normal. The honest truth is I have tried almost every diet on the planet the last ten years, trying to drop the 25 pounds that creeped up on me while having my babies. I’m getting ready to start another month round to hopefully lose those last 10 pounds. I read this book before starting my first Keto journey and I can’t recommend it enough if you and your doctor feel like Keto might be a good fit for you. (Also these ketosis test strips helped me stay on track!). Have you tried the Keto diet? Would you like to see a more in-depth post from me about my experience and tips?

Camera Strap – This is a pretty random board in our round up here, isn’t it? :) We’re swinging wildly from Keto to camera straps, but I got this $12 strap on Amazon and I LOVE IT! I couldn’t not share in case you’ve been going strapless like I have for years.

Ray Ban Aviators – These are the sunnies that all of you message me about when I wear them in my stories! They are the perfect update to classic Rayban Aviators. Sort of like if Aviators and Wayfarers had a baby? They’re my favorite, for sure.

HAPPY SUMMER SHOPPING, FRIENDS!! xo

DIY

Easy DIY: Acrylic Bench Upholstery

I love simple upholstery projects for updating less-than-exciting furniture pieces. We picked up this cute little bench recently and the gray poly microsuede upholstery was not doing the cool acrylic legs justice! You can use all sorts of fabrics to recover this bench beyond regular fabric, like flat weave rugs from IKEA or Target or vintage…

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I love simple upholstery projects for updating less-than-exciting furniture pieces. We picked up this cute little bench recently and the gray poly microsuede upholstery was not doing the cool acrylic legs justice!

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You can use all sorts of fabrics to recover this bench beyond regular fabric, like flat weave rugs from IKEA or Target or vintage textiles from Etsy. A thick throw blanket would be really cool too. I had this mudcloth patterned shower curtain from Target around the studio and at $20 (on sale right now for only $13.99!!), it was a super inexpensive option for reupholstering this bench!

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Whenever I’m doing an upholstery project, I always start my staples in the center. Staple one whole side of the bench, leaving a few inches on the ends.

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Pull the fabric tight in the opposite direction and staple the other side of the bench, also starting in the center and working out again.

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Once you’ve stapled both of the long sides, staple the short sides, also starting from the center and leaving the corners undone.

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Corners can seem like the tricky part of a DIY upholstery project, and if you just bunch the fabric up and throw a ton of staples in the corners, everyone will know it was a DIY project! The trick is all in the fold! Start by pulling back the fabricand putting one staple right on the corner edge.

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Then pinch the loose fabric into a tidy fold that will lay as close to corner as possible.

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Do one side, staple it and fold and repeat on the other side. It should look like this when you’re finished. There shouldn’t be a ton of extra fabric and everything should lay perfectly flat with the folds!

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Once all of your fabric is stapled into place, trim away the extra fabric and leave only 1/4-1/2″ so nothing hangs down.

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Use a pair of sharp scissors to poke holes in the fabric and screw in the acrylic legs.

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If you’re feeling like an overachiever, you can glue black ribbon on the underside of the bench to cover the staples.

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Ta-dah! I love the pattern on this cute shower curtain and think it’s really cute with these acrylic legs!

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And how cute is our newest print SURFBOARDS? We added it to the shop today and I love it!

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Here are all the links to the products we featured here! We also added a few links to some vintage fabrics that would work really well on this project. I hope you love this project as much as we do. Tag us on Instagram if you try this project yourself!

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wall color – Behr “In the Moment”  //  faux tree  //  SURFBOARD print  //  mudcloth shower curtain 

acrylic bench  //  DO LESS print  //  buffalo check rug  //  striped kilim pillow  //  blue & white pillow

fabri-fix glue  //  staple gun  //  kilim lumbar pillow 

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Interiors

GET THE LOOK: Jenna Lyon’s Soho Loft

The last few years, I been taking a break from using lots of saturated color in my rooms, but lately I feel the color pendulum swinging back for me. I find myself craving colorful walls and furniture and Jenna Lyons’ beautiful new apartment has me smiling and nodding. It’s soooo gooood… source source source source…

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What do you guys think about this kitchen? I think it’s perfect for a city loft apartment that is open to the living spaces, but might not be what I would pick for myself. It is absolutely STUNNING though! And that Italian chandelier is insane!

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I love the thoughtful, quirky moments. Everything is so artfully done.

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Her master bathroom is my all-time favorite though. The sea of marble is perfection! And the way her oak-paneled bedroom opens up to the bathroom view slays me.

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Jenna Lyons is undoubtedly the queen of color! I’m so inspired. We rounded up some of our favorite Jenna-esque pieces here below! Are you craving color again like we are?

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Round Up

Plug-In vs Hard-Wired Wall Sconces

I LOOOVVVVVVEEEE a good wall sconce! They make every space look more designed, more expensive and more layered. The great news is you can find a ton of great plug-in options these days that eliminate the need to even hire an electrician. I love this for renters! Super easy to pack up and bring with…

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I LOOOVVVVVVEEEE a good wall sconce! They make every space look more designed, more expensive and more layered. The great news is you can find a ton of great plug-in options these days that eliminate the need to even hire an electrician. I love this for renters! Super easy to pack up and bring with you to the next house. (In fact this was something I learned when we staged the Gentry project – any light fixture or window treatment that is installed in the walls is sold as a part of the house! – all of the hardwired lights and the window treatments were thrown in, which I hadn’t really planned for, ouch!)

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orb wall sconce  //  fiddle leaf fig tree  //  white basket  //  black shell chair

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But the plug-in sconces are easy to take down and pack up! I love love love these black two-arm sconces from our recent guest room makeover!

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Sometimes it is definitely worth the extra cost and effort to hardwire install sconces, especially for a kitchen space. These sconces from Lucent with their flat back plates are COMPLETELY worth it!

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Sometimes I think the cotton-wrapped cords are actually really pretty and can be a fun element of the lighting!

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wall sconces  //  rug  //  bed

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two arm wall sconces  //  bed  //  rug  //  pom pom throw – similar

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In my daughter’s bedroom, we wrapped the cords with yarn as a simple DIY project and I love the touch of color it added!

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eyeball sconce  //  buffalo check throw blanket

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wall sconces, similar  //  throw blanket  //  pillow

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Here’s a monster round up of all my favorite wall sconces available right now! Do you prefer a table lamp or wall sconces on your bedside? I love that sconces are such a space saver! More room for my mountains of books and magazines that I keep on my nightstand! :)

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DIY

Easy DIY: Hanging Removable Wallpaper

Today we introduced two new prints to the Print Shop from Jenna Marie Ward,  Delicate Arch and Capitol Reef! We hung some removable wallpaper in the studio for this shot and we were all shocked at how easy it was to hang! SO much easier than real wallpaper (here are a few tutorials for that if you’re…

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Today we introduced two new prints to the Print Shop from Jenna Marie Ward,  Delicate Arch and Capitol Reef!

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We hung some removable wallpaper in the studio for this shot and we were all shocked at how easy it was to hang! SO much easier than real wallpaper (here are a few tutorials for that if you’re looking for some tips!)

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We used the Florida Dilly Indigo Peel & Stick Wallpaper from Target’s new Opalhouse line. The absolute most important part is making sure your lines are level when you start hanging! Don’t start your first piece in a corner because most drywall is not perfectly straight. Either snap a chalkline or use a level to make a floor to ceiling pencil line a few inches away from the corner to start your first roll.

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The repositionable wallpaper is SO easy because all you have to worry about is getting the seams to match up, then you can pull up the rest of the paper and smooth out any wrinkles with your arms and hands.

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You can smooth out any small air bubbles using a credit card or a soft squeegee but there really weren’t that many! So different from pasted wallpaper!

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I love this look for an entry space, a mudroom or laundry room! The simple block print on this specific paper is so pretty with our new punchy landscape paintings! We’ve rounded up a few of our favorites below. Have you ever used removable wallpaper before? I’m so sold! It’s the perfect solution for renters and for people like me that like to change things up regularly! :) (PS here’s another place we used removable wallpaper and loved it!)

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removable wallpaper  //  rug  //  leather bench

DELICATE ARCH print  //  CAPITOL REEF print

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Shopping

Arhaus Marble and Brass Dining Table GIVE AWAY!

***CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED! Congrats to our winner, Lydia!*** If you’ve been reading for a while, you might remember how much I LOVE this marble and brass Arhaus Massa dining table. It is a total stunner and is so beautifully made! We got one for our porch a few months ago (even though it’s not…

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***CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED! Congrats to our winner, Lydia!***

If you’ve been reading for a while, you might remember how much I LOVE this marble and brass Arhaus Massa dining table. It is a total stunner and is so beautifully made! We got one for our porch a few months ago (even though it’s not technically an outdoor table, it’s done well out here) and it is my favorite. And the great news is Arhaus is letting us give away one to you guys! GET EXCITED!! I mean, just look at this amazing table!

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The veining in the marble top is SO pretty! And I love the corners are rounded – so much more safe for little ones.

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We have had a really beautiful spring here in Arizona and on the weekends especially, my girls like to put together a charcuterie board for a simple dinner al fresco. It’s nice to not have to cook or have a million dishes in the kitchen.

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We also got four of these gorgeous charcoal gray bistro chairs from Arhaus to go with our marble table.

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They are super comfortable for long dinners and they can be hosed off if there’s a spill!

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brass and marble table  //  bistro chairs

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I love how our new dining set looks with the DIY tumbling block painted floors I did a few years back. The colors all play together so nicely!

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Dipped Basket   //  Bistro Chair

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We are lucky enough to have two Arhaus locations in Phoenix and it’s fun to get to swing in regularly and see what’s new. They always have beautiful pieces that are so well crafted and have that globally-curated look and feel. I also love that Arhaus is committed to using sustainable materials. Here are a few of my favorite pieces right available right now and you can also check out my Pin board for our porch update to get all these links as well!

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I’ve been loving our back porch refresh and I can’t wait to give one of you a marble and brass Massa table! To enter, visit the Arhaus site and take a look around and then leave a comment here in this post, sharing where you’d use your new table. We’ll draw a random winner on the night of Monday May 28  and will announce the winner on this post on Tuesday. Good luck!

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This post is sponsored by our friends at Arhaus.

Bedroom

12 Headboards That Can Save You Money!

We got a bunch of questions about this cute headboard from one of the Gentry Project bedrooms. Going with just a headboard rather than a whole bed can save a TON of money! I love using this inexpensive metal bed frame with headboards. It’s double height, which removes the need for a box spring and also…

We got a bunch of questions about this cute headboard from one of the Gentry Project bedrooms. Going with just a headboard rather than a whole bed can save a TON of money! I love using this inexpensive metal bed frame with headboards. It’s double height, which removes the need for a box spring and also saves money!

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vintage nightstands – similar  //  rug  //  lamps  //  pom pom blanket  //  headboard

BLOSSOMS print  //  SUNBURST print

To finish off the look you can top the frame with a bedskirt in a similar shade to the headboard.

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Here are a couple of our favorite inspiration images and our twelve favorite headboards right now. Are we missing any good ones you’ve used?

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As a rule of thumb, I think it’s a good idea to go a little more simple on the shape. You can have a little more fun with the pillows, art and accessories that way! :)

12 affordable headboard roundup

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Guest Bedroom Makeover

Last week in my insta stories, I showed you the behind the scenes of our guest bedroom makeover (you can still view those stories here in my highlights!). I’m so happy with how this space turned out for our video with this cute Martha Stewart bedding line! wall mounted sconces  //  rug In my stories…

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Last week in my insta stories, I showed you the behind the scenes of our guest bedroom makeover (you can still view those stories here in my highlights!). I’m so happy with how this space turned out for our video with this cute Martha Stewart bedding line!

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wall mounted sconces  //  rug

In my stories I also gave you a candid update on this DIY plywood planked floors tutorial I did right after we moved to our house, about five years ago (can you believe it’s been that long already?!). In general, I’m still really happy with these floors, but there are a few changes I’d make if I were to do it again, including using a more expensive plywood from a harder wood, like maple or birch. The really inexpensive pine sheets we used have a lot of character now :) with cracks and marks from rolling office chairs (you can see details in my stories!). BUT at $1/foot, I’m still pretty happy with how these floors look and work for us in this above-the-garage suite.

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faux  potted agave  //  candle  //  water decanter  //  tumbler  //  rug

This platform bed was probably my very favorite part of the install! It was only $899, which is a killer deal considering you don’t need a box spring or a bedskirt to finish off the look. I LOVE the warmth from the wood on the frame, and the softness from the upholstered headboard! It is a GREAT bed. It is lower to the ground because it is a platform bed, but I wouldn’t say it was weirdly small or short. It would be especially great for rooms with lower ceilings, though we have vaulted ceilings in our guest room suite and it didn’t feel too-short in here at all.

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BIG SUR print  //  KNOTS I print

The cute bedding is from Macy’s and that beautiful striped lumbar is from our second Juniper Studio Home pillow collection, which will be launching soon! :) You guys were so amazingly supportive about our last launch! I couldn’t believe we basically sold out in less than an hour! We have been adding a few to the shop here and there lately, but we’ll be sure to announce on the Juniper Studio instagram when the next collection launches. We are focusing just on the lumbar size this time, which is my FAVORITE for beds. I think it makes a bed look done up, but in such a simple and easy way!

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faux fiddle leaf fig  //  gray throw  //  rug

Another surprising find for our new guest bedroom was this SUPER affordable rug! The price has been fluctuating a bit, usually between $260 and $300 for a 7×11′, which is absolutely the PERFECT size for a Queen bed! I love that’s a little longer and skinnier than a standard 8×10. I think it’s ideal for the rug to end about where the nightstands end so there’s plenty of soft rug to see and to step down onto when getting out of bed.

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These nightstands were another great find! They were only $199, which I think is still a great price even though I ended up having to paint them. Here’s what the listing photo looked like. Seemed like a nice midtone gray metal color, right? WHY can’t retailers use listing photos that actually reflect the real life color and finish of their products? Like, it seems like this would only save them so much hassle with returns and customer service issues, right?

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The nightstands did come quickly though and the construction was top notch! Sturdy, all metal, an integrated drawer pull. I loved everything but the straight up silver finish. No biggie though – I used Rustoleum’s metallic spray paint in Black Stainless Steel and it was the perfect dark gunmetal color I was hoping for when I placed the order!

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KNOTS I print  //  nightstands  //  bed   //  wood easel 

We finished off the space with these two-arm swinging sconces, a faux fiddle leaf tree and a giant print of BIG SUR from photographer Jillian Goulding. It’s one of my favorites in JPS right now! I had the image printed to fit a $3 brass thrift store frame, and I think it looks perfect here. I started the print shop because I wanted to provide art that could be flexible to fit different spaces and frames that you can find affordably. This frame is about 30×40 and everything included would have cost you less than $70! So awesome, right?

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Juniper Studio Home Collection lumbar – coming soon!

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nightstand

faux fiddle leaf fig

Sea Salt and Gardenia candle (smells AMAZING!)

throw blanket

BIG SUR print

KNOTS I print

faux potted agave

water decanter

water tumbler

Round Up

Sofas Under $1000!

We recently picked up this amazing green sofa for only $749 (we used an extra 20% off coupon too for even extra discount)! I couldn’t believe it was such a great price. It’s so cute in that great green color and those gorgeous brass feet! sofa  //  leather ottoman  //  rug BIG SUR print We’ve been…

We recently picked up this amazing green sofa for only $749 (we used an extra 20% off coupon too for even extra discount)! I couldn’t believe it was such a great price. It’s so cute in that great green color and those gorgeous brass feet!

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sofa  //  leather ottoman  //  rug

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We’ve been poking around the web looking for other great sofas that are under $1000 – and there are a ton of awesome options! Like this black leather beauty is a great option that I love in this room by my girl Anissa from House Seven Design.

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I’ve also always loved this Echo sofa from Article that we used in Lucy’s living room. It’s suuuuuper comfy and only $899!

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These are some of our favorite finds from our search. Have you seen any other great sofas for less than a grand? We’d LOVE to hear about it in the comments!

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Gift Guide

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday! Don’t let the ladies in your life down by waiting too long to get something special. Here are a few things we have been loving lately that would make for a very excellent Mother’s Day! Our new print, WOMEN, just launched in the shop today and we all think…

Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday! Don’t let the ladies in your life down by waiting too long to get something special. Here are a few things we have been loving lately that would make for a very excellent Mother’s Day!

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Our new print, WOMEN, just launched in the shop today and we all think it would be perfect gift. Print it at home or at Kinkos or Costco, throw it in your favorite vintage or Target frame and voila! Personal, beautiful, chic art makes the best present. And maybe grab her one of these below too if you’re going for extra credit!

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  1. Gypsy Water Perfume – I literally get stopped on the street when I’m wearing this perfume. It is the BEST EVER and is worth every dang cent!
  2. Hoop Earring Set – We all know that Madewell is the best for jeans and jewelry. These hoops come in a set of three, but the largest hoops in the set have literally become my every day pair of earrings for the last month. I try to pick something else, but every day I go back to these perfectly sized hoops! They go with every outfit from a t-shirt and jeans to a fancy dress with heels. They make you feel like a million bucks!
  3. Faux Protea Arrangement – Flowers that never die are a sweet gift idea! This faux protea arrangement is great for bookshelves and nightstands.
  4. Ray Ban Sunglasses –  I’m sort of over super ridiculously huge sunglasses and have been loving more classic shaped frames lately. These Raybans were the perfect classic-with-a-twist pair. The bottom of the frame is sliiiightly geometric but still has that amazingly flattering Aviator shape and size.
  5. Candle – Looks and smells like a $100 candle, only costs $35. Hard to beat that, folks!
  6. Candle Snuffer – Raise your hand if practically the worst thing you can imagine is someone blowing out the candle and then the whole house smells like smoke for the next five hours. (*Jenny raises her hand*) JUST SAY NO TO CANDLE SMOKE AND USE A SNUFFER!!! This cool, matte black snuffer along with the candle linked above would be best case scenario combo!
  7. “The House That Pinterest Built” – Hands down, the best design book I’ve seen in years. Insanely inspiring and looks stunning on the shelf or a coffee table.
  8. Salt and Pepper Mills – Mark my words, these salt and pepper mills are the new thing in kitchen styling. Look out, bread boards! French pepper mills are coming for you.
  9. Sandals – Oh, these sandals! It started out innocently enough, with getting the natural leather pair at the beginning of spring. They’re a great price though so it was pretty quick after that I bought the black pair. And then a few weeks ago I got the darker brown pair too, so now I just wear a different color of this same sandal practically all week long. No shame though. They really are the perfect summer staple!
  10. Lip Mask – Are you sick of hearing about this lip mask? I know, everyone has been talking about it, but I promise it’s with good reason! Your mom will love to get it for Mother’s Day. And tell her to pat a little under her eyes before bed too – I’ve been doing it for the last month and I swear it’s done more for me than any fancy eye cream I’ve ever splurged on.
  11. SPF Brush & Bronzer – Sunscreen is life guys. All you young things, take a word of advice from me, START NOW with a good sunscreen routine and your bank account with thank you in your 30s and 40s and beyond! I keep this sunscreen bronzer brush in my car and it helps me to remember to keep applying all day.
  12. Gel Nails Kit – A few months ago I counted how much I was spending on gel manicures every month and the same day I bought my own kit on Amazon. It’s super easy to do at home and my older girls love to join in on the fun. This color called Fairy Dream is the PERFECT warm neutral pink and looks great with a summer tan!

 

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY, all you beautiful women! xo

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