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Forever Fixing Up
Our Forever Home
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We're Zach and Kiersten. Thanks for following along as we worked to make the very 2000s home we bought in 2020 more “us.” For three years we've shared everything from quick fixes to more permanent changes, along with projects you can do in your own home. Zach shared all his lawn and garden advice as he started over on the new yard, too.
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We've officially stopped blogging, which you can read all about in our last post. Thanks for stopping by!
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Kiersten
Jul 7, 20244 min read
A Look at our New Kitchen Appliances
We are officially declaring 2024 the "Year of the Appliances." It was only 6 days after we purchased our new washer and dryer that our...
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Kiersten
Jun 2, 20247 min read
The Primary Bath Finally Gets its Refresh - and it Only Took a Weekend
Painting and refreshing our primary bathroom has been on the project list since we moved in... which I can't belive is almost 4 years ago...
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Kiersten
May 5, 20242 min read
Quick Fix: Our New Washer and Dryer
Just when we thought we were going to mostly be chasing water problems in the house, our appliances decided they were feeling left out....
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Kiersten
Apr 14, 20242 min read
Our New Primary Bathroom Shower
Would you believe that we haven't showered since November... in our actual primary bathroom!? Bahaha I think I'm about ready to rename...
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Kiersten
Mar 17, 20243 min read
The New Kitchen Table
Before we get to it, can I just say that I love that I'm not writing about the basement! Feels so good to have that all wrapped up. Well,...
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Kiersten
Jan 28, 20244 min read
Basement Reveal: the Bathroom
We're moving right along folks... time for the next big reveal in our basement reno series - the bathroom! Well, it's not big as far as...
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Kiersten
Jan 21, 20245 min read
Basement Reveal: the New Family Workout Room
While we technically started our Basement Reveal series last week with Abbey's playhouse under the stairs, let's be real - that wasn't...
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Kiersten
Dec 31, 20233 min read
Our Top 5 Projects from This Past Year and Initial 2024 Project List
Happy new year! I don't make resolutions, but I do love a project list, so as we turn the page to a new year, it gives us a great chance...
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Kiersten
Nov 5, 20232 min read
Hanging and Finishing the Basement Drywall
When the water mitigation and demo happened back in March after the flood when the sump pump went out, they tore out everything...
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Kiersten
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Winterizing the Pool but Memorializing the Fun with a Summer Lovin' Sunroom Canvas
Fall is here, and winter is on the way. We started the week with a high of 78 and ended it with highs 40 degrees cooler. While I'm here...
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Kiersten
Oct 22, 20234 min read
Basement Refinish Design Inspiration and Materials
It's been seven months since our basement flooded when the sump pump went out back in March. Outside of installing a new mother of all...
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Kiersten
Sep 17, 20232 min read
Lights, Piano, Action - New Chandelier in the Music Room
The kids started taking piano lessons this fall, which has turned our attention back to the front music room... and the last remaining...
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Kiersten
Sep 3, 20232 min read
New Sunroom Rug - and Introducing Ruthie!
Our sunroom is one of my favorite rooms by far. If I'm not chasing around the kids or working on a project, you can almost guarantee I'm...
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Zach
Aug 13, 20233 min read
Basement Reconstruction Begins
We are finally starting to make some progress on the basement reconstruction after the flood. After putting in the big new sump pump...
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Kiersten
Apr 16, 20235 min read
The New Living Room Furniture Is In
So excited to share that our new living room furniture is in! This room has been continually evolving and a labor of love since we moved...
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Kiersten
Mar 26, 20236 min read
A Wet and Wild Week: A Look at What Remains After our Basement Flooded
Picture this. You spend a wonderful week on vacation with your entire extended family - a trip you booked 3 years ago - flying in and out...
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Kiersten
Mar 5, 20233 min read
Sunroom Ceiling Fan Swap
Next up on the project list: swapping out the old large ceiling fan in the sunroom with something a little more chic and modern. My goal...
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Kiersten
Feb 19, 20236 min read
Creating a Living Room Focal Point on the Fireplace with a Wall-Mounted Frame TV
Our living room is another step closer to being ready for the new furniture when it comes in - we officially have a central, primary...
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Kiersten
Feb 5, 20233 min read
Hank's Room Gets a New Blue Fan and Light Upgrade
After stalling out on my project list last year, I'm feeling good about the momentum I've got going finally. While it's cold outside, I'm...
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Kiersten
Jan 29, 20234 min read
Painting the Granite Fireplace Surround and Hearth
I finally stopped procrastinating and painted my fireplace surround! I’ve been messing around with the fireplace from the time we moved...
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