Let's Stay Home | Updates & Lighting

Hello and Happy Thursday!
It's Let's Stay Home time!
Today I am sharing some updates that have been going on at our house, as well as looking for some lighting feedback from you all.

If you are new around here, check out the posts below to catch up on our whole home renovation/new build process first.
You will be amazed by the before pictures!

Let The Remodeling Begin

Update #1

X's Bedroom

X's Bathroom

Laundry/Mudroom

Pantry

Update #2

Master Bedroom

Fall Decor

Master Closet & Bathroom

Exterior

Mini Update #3

Family & Dining Room

Kitchen

Mini Update #4

Let's Stay Home - Renovation Update #5
Let's Stay Home - Spring Decor Finds
Let's Stay Home - Outdoor Living
Let's Stay Home - Mini Update #6
Let's Stay Home - Insta Home Inspiration


Now on with the updates!

Both upstairs bathrooms have been tiled and grouted!!
I think the floor in X's bathroom is my favorite!
It is hard to tell in the pictures, but we went with a medium gray grout for the white subway tiles in both bathrooms.

Glass also still needs to be put in each shower/bath space.
And don't mind the fact that everything is super dusty right now ;)

Now that the tile work is done(for now)...
Our builder is working from the second floor and moving his way down, so I'm impatiently waiting for my pantry door to be hung ;)

All bedroom and bathroom doors have been hung and trim is now being put up as well :)
Everything will get nails filled in and a final coat of paint as well.
I am so glad we went with the wall color for all the trim pieces.

Loved seeing the windows in our closet with trim on them as well!

(Completely forgot to turn the lights on when I took these pictures, and to brighten them. #bloggerfail)

And here is the current state of the outside of the house.

That existing space will get tackled with new siding, shingles, etc. once the inside is all done.

Now onto my lighting question for you all.
Here are the lights we purchased to go above our kitchen island and dining table area.
We will have two of these larger lights (5 bulbs) above our dining table space.

And then three of this 2 bulb version will be above our kitchen island.

We have been storing these lights for a long time. lol!

Looking for lights is not fun at all to me.

Possibly, because I don't like about 95% of what is out there.

So based on those lights above, I need to find complimentary lighting for our sconces and our foyer light.

Here is a very beginner mock up of the lighting styles I am leaning towards.

Our foyer light isn't 100% in the line of sight with the wooden lights in the kitchen and dining room.

Also, those lights look much darker in person - more black than bronze on the metal pieces, and slightly darker wood.

Just the sconces will be near both lights.

We want an antler chandelier in the foyer, but I have yet to find one I love.

Thoughts?

That is all for today friends!

Link up your home decor, DIY, new build, etc. posts below.

And don't forget to give me your lighting feedback in the comments below :)

Have a great day!

XOXO ~ Vanessa

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Let's Stay Home | Insta Home Inspiration

I know most of us have been "stuck" at home, but it feels like the last month flew by!
Is it just me feeling that way?

Today I decided to take things a different route.
I wanted to share some of my favorite home decor accounts that I follow on Instagram.
And I would love for you to share the home accounts you follow in the comments below as well!
There are so many out there, so I know I'm not following them all...yet 😉

Here are some of my favorites that are giving me all kinds of inspiration for when we get back in our new house.

@The_Broadmoor_House

Stephanie and her family recently moved into this stunning new build.

She has a Building 101 highlight that is great to check out as well!

@BARCbyBrettandAli

I love checking out what they are changing up next!
And it's always fun to follow someone in Ohio :)

I have no idea how I found these next two ladies, but I am so glad I did!

I just wish I knew about them sooner!

Nina and Cecilia are twins living in Iowa killing it in the new build and home decor area!

While Nina is currently building a new home (you must check out her last new build), Cecilia is living it up and styling her current home (before she builds a new home across the street from Nina).

And they are so fun to watch on TikTok as well 😊

@NinaWilliamsBlog

@CeciliaMoyer

@OurFauxFarmhouse

Holly & Brad literally took a spec home and are making it a gorgeous farmhouse!
They are currently redoing their stairs and I am loving every minute of it!

@TheHillaryStyle

Another black and white dream home in my world!

@AHouseWeBuilt

I just love everything about this home!

And those cute cats making an appearance is always a plus :)

And last but not least...

@LeeAnneBenjamin

Lee Anne shares a bit more home and style on her account than most of the others.
But she recently moved into her new home build with her family and it is amazing!
You must check out the garage space and her two-story closet!
#goals

You can't tell that I like a good black and white house can you? 😜

Now let me know what other home accounts I should be following below!

And don't forget to link up your home posts today with me.

Anything from DIY projects to home decor, and more!

XOXO ~ Vanessa

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Let's Stay Home - Spring Decor Finds

To be honest, I don't typically decorate in the spring or for Easter.

I do put out some St. Patrick's Day decor at the beginning of March, but it usually gets put away right after the holiday.

I do want to get better at decorating for the seasons once we get back into our house.

I started browsing Amazon as I always seem to do, and found some cute items to add to your home for spring.

Blanket Basket - Eucalyptus Wreath - Dish Towels

Pillow Covers - Hello Doormat

Mini Faux Plants - Family Pillow

* That large blanket basket could be used in so many ways IMO.

Nursery laundry basket, base for a potted tree/plant, store bath towels in a small bathroom, etc.

* Spring is all about things starting to turn green again around here.

The eucalyptus wreath and mini faux potted plants are the perfect way to add some color to your space when things are still dreary looking outside.

* Gingham is one of my favorite patterns!

These dish towels are the perfect way to add some spring to your kitchen and add a little Easter decor as well.

* One of the easiest ways to decorate your home for the season is throw pillows.

The family pillow is great year round honestly.

Throw some plaid covers over your other pillows and you instantly have a new feel in your family room.

* A yellow doormat screams spring to me!

It is fresh and so inviting :)

Do you decorate for spring or any of the spring holidays?

What type of decor do you typically use in the spring?

Thanks as always for stopping by today!

Don't forget to link up your home posts below.

And if you missed it, check out all my home posts below.

Let The Remodeling Begin

Update #1

X's Bedroom

X's Bathroom

Laundry/Mudroom

Pantry

Update #2

Master Bedroom

Fall Decor

Master Closet & Bathroom

Exterior

Mini Update #3

Family & Dining Room

Kitchen

Mini Update #4

Let's Stay Home - Renovation Update #5

XOXO ~ Vanessa

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Tuesday Talk | Home Decor

Linking up with Erika & Ashley for...

Hey ladies!
Over the weekend my husband and I were looking at some new home decor items and have different opinions on what is out of style or not.
So, I am asking all of you what your thoughts are :)

First, does your husband have a say in your home decor?
And/or does he care?

Now onto the bigger questions....

I know home decor is personal preference, but I still wonder how you feel when you see things like the items below :)

Galvanized Metal

Wooden Signs

Letters

Do you have pieces like the photos above in your home?
What kind of vibe do those pieces give you?
Are these styles played out?