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Category: Home Improvement Tips

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?

Solar panels on a roof in winter, with patches of snow partially covering some panels while others remain clear.

Thank you to John Livermore & Ryan Fitzsimmons from Boston Solar for providing their expert advice on solar panel efficiency during the winter… Two of our most frequently asked questions are: “What happens to rooftop solar panels when it snows?” and “Will I have to shovel the snow off?” There are some surprising upsides to […]

Pottery Barn Stocking Holders… Without the Pottery Barn Price

A can of Country Chic paint, two unfinished wooden letters S and D, and a package of Stocking Holders displayed on a wooden surface—all for less than the Pottery Barn price.

I don’t know about you, but I love when the Christmas catalogs start coming simply for the inspiration I find in all of the photos. One of my absolute favorites is Pottery Barn. They do such a great job of mixing classic design with natural and rustic elements. For years they’ve had these stocking holders […]

Three Wreaths – Three Points of Contact

Three white-framed bay windows on a gray shingled house, each adorned with festive green holiday wreaths and red ribbons—showcasing Three Wreaths. A small vent sits below one window, above the sturdy stone foundation.

I don’t know about you, but for me this weekend was all about holiday-ing up my house. Yes, it was 30 degrees but I wanted to start tackling the decorating. For the first time, I wanted to add fresh wreaths to my bay window. I went to Leonard’s and got wreaths and picked up hooks […]

Preserve Your Holiday Decor with this little-known SECRET!

A wooden tray on a wooden sideboard holds pinecones, evergreen branches, and red berries as charming holiday decor. A framed painting and a red lampshade in the background preserve the festive atmosphere.

Do you love to decorate with fresh perishable greens during the holidays like me? Well did you know they actually have an expiration date? I didn’t…well maybe in February when they remind me they do. I recently found out that there is a way to prolong their life.   This is a GREAT TIP as I […]

A Little Q&A With A Poinsettia

A poinsettia plant with vibrant red leaves in a gold pot, surrounded by green circles featuring Little Q&A questions about poinsettias like Youre poisonous, right? and Where are they grown? on a fun Q&A-themed graphic.

Ok, I will admit it. I left my poinsettias outside on my vintage step stool on my porch. And yes, it was 30 degrees and they died. It was my first time decorating my porch and I see them as a winter décor item so I thought why not. Well, I was wrong. I didn’t […]

A Cozy Meal to Remember!

A cozy holiday scene with a fireplace decorated with candles, greenery, and pine cones. A table in the foreground offers a cozy meal featuring oatmeal, a croissant, orange juice, and coffee. Gold ornaments and festive berries adorn the table, making it a moment to remember.

Sometimes it’s so easy to picture what a warm and cozy Christmas meal is… a huge family gathering, dish after dish of food, lots of laughter and stories being told. I want to share another kind of warm and cozy meal… Christmas morning breakfast for two in front of the fire.  Part of having a […]

DIY Holiday Mantel

A white Holiday Mantel decorated with pine branches, pinecones, birch log candles, string lights, and small white candles creates a cozy, festive DIY atmosphere.

Cozy Christmas Mantel Styling: Simple, Warm, and Elegant I’m not sure if there is anything more cozy than a fire going, a comfy armchair and a great warm throw. This classic Christmas mantel was layered with just a few pieces and would be easy for anyone to recreate.    Step 1: Add Height and a […]

5 Days of Thanksgiving DIY Inspiration for your Holiday Parties

A festive flyer for “Warm & Cozy Week” by Coastal Windows & Exteriors features Monday DIY Inspiration: gold leaf pinecone garland—perfect for holiday parties, with easy instructions and a photo of gold-tipped pinecones on a wooden surface.

We’re getting into the Thanksgiving spirit a little early this year and we want you to join in! Check out these 5 DIY projects for your Thanksgiving holiday parties, friendsgivings, and more! And as always send us pictures of your DIY projects on Facebook and Twitter!

Gingersnaps that Warm the Soul

A jar labeled Gingersnaps Homemade sits on a dark wooden surface, next to whole and broken gingersnap cookies—perfectly capturing the comfort of Gingersnaps that Warm the Soul. Some cookies are visible inside the jar.

A Warm & Cozy Treat: Gingersnap Cookies That Make the Perfect Holiday Gift What do you think of when you think of warm and cozy? I think of cookies. Cookies with a story to tell. Generations have lovingly passed down these cookies, carrying family traditions and cherished memories. Cookies that people are itching to receive. Today’s […]

DIY Front Door Wreath

A close-up of a DIY Front Door Wreath made from pinecones, dried bark, and other natural materials, dusted with white accents, displayed next to a large white letter V on a dark background.

DIY Burlap Wreath: A Cozy Welcome Home for Fall and Thanksgiving It seems hard to believe that we are already so close to Thanksgiving and, furthermore, just over a month away from Christmas. Of course, every year at this time, it’s dark both when we get home from work and when I wake up in […]