We live an American Foursquare home – and I’ve grown to love this house style. Known for their simple and practical design, the Foursquare home…
Old Houses
Ahhh…. the joys (and challenges) of living in an old house. Learn how to embrace the charm and character of old houses while transforming it into a home that works for today’s modern lifestyle.
Rehab vs Renovate vs Restore vs Remodel – What’s the Difference?
Did you know that remodeling and renovating have two different meanings? (I didn’t…) And when most homeowners say “restore” they really mean “rehabilitate”? (I didn’t…
20 Beautiful American Foursquare Bed & Breakfasts and Vacation Rentals
From coast to coast and in-between, let these endearing American Foursquare Bed and Breakfasts and Vacation Rentals be your “home away from home”.
Where Do You Find a Professional House Historian?
Tracing your home’s history can be fun and rewarding. Personally, I love it. I’ve been slowly gathering information on my old house’s background for about…
American Foursquare Quilt Art (Interview with Amy Munson Designs)
A few weeks ago while scrolling through Instagram (i.e. procrastinating) I came across an intriguing post. The profile owner (Amy Munson) posted a picture of…
How to Deep Clean Cast Iron Radiators
Step-by-step tutorial on how to deep clean cast iron radiators, with tips on how to maximize dust and dirt removal from radiators.
The Moment I Fell in Love with Old Houses
In the fall of 2017, a dumpster appeared in our neighbor’s driveway. Seeing its contents made me sadder than I expected. And looking back, it’s…
How to Tackle the 5 Challenges of Old Houses
Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of owning an old house?
Use my “HOUSE” method to organize and prioritize your home improvement projects
5 Podcasts For Homeowners and Old House Enthusiasts
Who doesn’t love a good podcast these days? As a busy mom, wife, and homeowner, podcasts are sometimes the only way I can absorb new…
25+ Unique Gifts for Old House Enthusiasts [2023]
Curated list of 20+ unique gifts for old house enthusiasts perfect for housewarmings, birthdays and holidays.