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- [Devotional: Gather Your Jars](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-gather-your-jars/) - "What can I do to help you?" Elisha asked. "Tell me, what do you have in the house?" "Nothing at all, except a flask of olive oil" she replied. And Elisha said, "Borrow as many empty jars as you can from your friends and neighbors. Then go into your house with your sons and shut
- [My Top 10 Amazon Prime Day Deals](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-top-10-amazon-prime-day-deals/) - Hello and happy Friday to you!! Whew we made it. This week has been bananas. I've helped coach girls and boys jr high basketball camps this week, solo parented with Matt out of town for 3 days, and tried my best to keep up with all the sales/collabs/work things! It's been wild, but God always
- [Cozy Farmhouse Front Porch for Summer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-farmhouse-front-porch-for-summer/) - If you asked me to name off my top three favorite things about summer, I'd definitely pick the simple joy of sitting on the front porch. Call me an old lady, but I love it. Something about sitting there, drinking a cup of coffee and listening to the kids run around feels like the best
- [Home Office Makeover with Green Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/home-office-makeover/) - This month I spruced up my office with a new paint color, light fixture and some new decor. We already had bookshelves installed a few months back, check out this post for that project, but I felt like it still needed a little extra something--a little more pizazz to bring it all together. Here's how
- [The Craziest Cabinet Transformation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-craziest-cabinet-transformation/) - One of my favorite things in this house is the big built-in cabinet in our breakfast nook area--it's amazing and holds SO much stuff. But to be honest, I've never been super crazy about the mirrors and X's. To me, they made the cabinet look dated and a little busy. So last weekend I go
- [The Best Amazon Curtains](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-amazon-curtains/) - A few weeks back I randomly ordered curtains on Amazon and I honestly didn't have very high expectations. They weren't super pricey and there wasn't a lot of reviews, so I wasn't sure if I would even like them. But when they arrived, I was pleasantly surprised--honestly shocked at how great they were. I put
- [Entryway Refresh with Board and Batten](https://sarahjoyblog.com/entryway-refresh-with-board-and-batten/) - I love doing projects that only take a few hours, but have a huge impact. INSTANT GRATIFICATION, my friends--I'm all about it. We just did a little entryway upgrade with board and batten and holy smokes it turned out so good. Nothing super fancy, but this small space went from blah and boring to STUNNING.
- [Antique European Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/antique-european-finds/) - A few weeks ago I was browsing on Etsy for antique chairs for our dining room. I've been searching for months with no luck on FB Marketplace, so I was checking out Etsy. Anyway I stumbled on this gorgeous shop that sells antique furniture and decor from Europe. After a little digging I realized she
- [Christmas Around Our Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-around-our-home-2/) - Today I wanted to share a little mini tour and look at Christmas around our home. Never would have imagined we’d be here to end the year. I was honestly embarrassed to share that we were moving again, after only living in our “dream house” for less than two years. I told Matt I didn’t
- [Home Office Transformation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/home-office-transformation/) - When we moved in a few months ago one of my goals right away was to add more bookshelves/storage into the front living room and the home office. Both room were a little plain, so my dream was to add some character and a little pizazz to each room. I already shared the front room
- [Bookshelves in the Front Room!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/bookshelves-in-the-front-room/) - The bookshelves in the front room/family room are DONE! And holy smokes they look so good. They add a ton of character to this room and I'm really happy with how they turned out. I wanted this space to feel like a cozy reading room and it definitely has that vibe now. I'm excited to
- [Cozy Farmhouse Christmas Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-farmhouse-christmas-porch/) - So excited to share our modern farmhouse Christmas porch! This is the dreamiest farmhouse porch and she looks so good for Christmas.
- [Modern Farmhouse Dining Room Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/modern-farmhouse-dining-room-makeover-2/) - MODERN FARMHOUSE DINING ROOM MAKEOVER A couple weeks ago we finished a fun little dining room makeover--we added a straight vertical board and batten to the wall and switched out the chandelier. Nothing major by any means, but dang it sure did change the entire vibe of the space. I love how it turned out
- [Traditional Christmas Mantle](https://sarahjoyblog.com/traditional-christmas-mantle/) - One of my favorite spots to decorate for the holidays is our Christmas mantle. I love creating new looks each year!
- [Hot Chocolate Bar with Sleigh](https://sarahjoyblog.com/hot-chocolate-bar-with-sleigh/) - Every November I put together a little hot chocolate bar for my kids. It's become a tradition at this point and it's something we all look forward to once the weather starts to cool down. My kids LOVE hot chocolate, so it's nice to have it on hand and ready to go. I love how
- [The Cutest Vanity Desk From Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-cutest-vanity-desk-from-walmart/) - I just got the most adorable vanity desk from Walmart and it's so dang good I just have to share it. It's actually from the Pioneer Woman collection and let me just say--her stuff is incredible right now. If you haven't check it out recently, you are in for a treat. She has tons of
- [New Coop, Baby Chicks + Chit Chat](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-coop-baby-chicks-chit-chat/) - I can't believe the month of October is almost over! It's been a busy month over here and we're continuing to get more and more settled in our new home. It's honestly been an easy transition and this move has just simplified so many things for us. Plus we love living in a small town
- [New Console Table + Decor Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-console-table-decor-idea/) - We have this empty spot in our hallway going into the kitchen that has bugging me ever since we moved in. It felt kind of awkward and in need of something. So I took some measurements and ended up finding the perfect size console table for this little spot. I wanted a table with chunky,
- [Girls Bedroom Makeover + Closet Transformation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/girls-bedroom-makeover-closet-transformation/) - Today's post is so fun because we just finished doing a little makeover on my tween daughter's bedroom. Since moving in we have replaced the carpet, added shiplap, painted and just finished an awesome little closet transformation. I still have more I want to do in this space (wallpaper!) but I thought I'd go ahead
- [Cozy Reading Nook Corner in Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-reading-nook-corner-in-bedroom/) - One of my favorite things to do with any empty corner in a living room or bedroom is transform it into a cozy reading nook. All you need is a comfy chair, a lamp, maybe a little side table and there ya go--instant reading corner! I just did this in our bedroom and love how
- [Recent Amazon Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-amazon-fashion-finds/) - I love a good Amazon fashion find and it's been a while since I shared any here on the blog. I've found some pretty great stuff for fall recently, so wanted to share! Also be sure to check out my Amazon Storefront here, I'm always updating it with new finds--both home and fashion! Cozy sherpa
- [Easy Cutting Board Wall Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-cutting-board-wall-decor/) - Looking for kitchen wall décor ideas that are both stylish and functional? A cutting board wall is one of the easiest ways to transform your kitchen.
- [Cozy Front Sitting Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-front-sitting-room/) - One of the main reasons we moved from the "big house" was to simply a few things in our life and downsize. I wanted a house that felt cozy again and I honestly don't think I realized how much I was missing that feeling. It just wasn't there, no matter what I did. Anyway, coming
- [Fall Front Porch with Wagon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-front-porch-with-wagon/) - One of the things I love most about our new home is the wrap around front porch. I've always wanted a "country porch" and we finally got it. It's so cute and cozy! I just decorated it for fall with a few pumpkins and wanted to share how it looks. Links are at the bottom
- [Cozy Living Room for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-living-room-for-fall-2/) - One of the main reasons we moved from the "big house" was to find something with a more cozy, home-y feel. Despite my best efforts, that house just never had that vibe. Sure it was gorgeous, but it wasn't cozy. Thankfully this house is oozing with coziness and everyone we missed so much. I finally
- [Vintage Noodle Bench from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/vintage-noodle-bench-from-amazon/) - One of the things I'm looking forward to in this new home is blogging and share my love of vintage/antiques again. I've missed that passion of mine for the last couple of years and it's time to resurrect it! That's what started my blogging journey back in 2015 and it's time to get back to
- [Walmart Fashion Fall Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-fashion-fall-finds/) - I can't believe we're already halfway through September! The weather here in Colorado has been cooling off a lot lately, but we're still in that funny in-between place where it can feel like summer one day and cold and rainy the next. But nonetheless, fall is in full swing and that means it's time for
- [Life Update--We Moved!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-update-we-moved/) - If you follow along over on IG you already know the news, but we moved!! I know this probably comes as a huge surprise considering we weren't even in the "big house" for two years, but to be completely honest, it just never felt like us. It was a dream house for sure, but it
- [My Favorite Pumpkin Bread Recipe](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-pumpkin-bread-recipe/) - Well it's almost September, which means fall has officially arrived. We've actually had a cool and rainy week around here. In fact, as I type this post we're getting a lovely little morning rain shower. Fall is definitely in the air! So I thought now would be the perfect time to share my favorite pumpkin
- [Devotional: Put Your Glove Up](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-put-your-glove-up/) - One of my favorite movies of all time is The Sandlot. I've seen it so many times now I can practically quote the entire thing word for word. I loved it when I was a kid and now my kids love it too. One of my favorite scenes is when Benny, the best baseball player
- [Amazon Prime Day Deals!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/prime-deals/) - Happy Amazon Prime Day!!! If you're looking for a bargain today, I've got you covered. I've spent the last several days gathering up all the best Amazon Prime Day deals and this stuff is GOOD. There are so many things we own and love marked way down today, along with tons of deals from brands that
- [DIY Built-In Cabinet Transformation--Part 1](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-built-in-cabinet-transformation-part-1/) - We've been in this house about five months now and since day one our living room has been a real humdinger. If you follow along on IG you might have seen all the times I rant about how I just can't seem to figure out a good furniture layout in the room that makes sense
- [Family Command Center with Wallpaper](https://sarahjoyblog.com/family-command-center-with-wallpaper/) - With our beloved summer coming to an end and back to school on the horizon, we are slowly but surely doing what we can to get organized and ready for another school year. I've been wanting to make a little family command center for homework, school papers, and just any odds and ends that need
- [Fall Fashion Haul from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-fashion-haul-from-walmart/) - I'm back with more fall fashion finds from Walmart!! I put in a huge order a few days ago and it all just arrived--thankfully everything is still in stock this time. I go so many cute and super comfortable things for the upcoming fall season. And most of my finds are under $20! I also
- [Fall Basement Decor + Amazon Maple Trees](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-basement-decor-amazon-maple-trees/) - I was browsing on Pinterest the other day and stumbled on a photo of my fall decor from 2018. And I immediately felt a whole bunch of different emotions. I mean, it's crazy how long I've been doing this. I started the blog in 2015 and never imagined I'd last longer than a few months.
- [Magnolia Market Trip Recap](https://sarahjoyblog.com/magnolia-market-trip-recap/) - We just go back from a fun little trip to Texas to visit Magnolia Market in Waco! The last time I was there it was 2018 and boy, so much has changed since then. It's grown significantly--now there's the Press Coffee Shop, Magnolia Table restaurant, Hotel 1928, a little restored church, food trucks, shops at
- [Black Painted Windows](https://sarahjoyblog.com/black-painted-windows/) - Welp, we painted our windows black over a MONTH ago and I still haven't done a blog post on it. I'm telling you, life lately has felt like controlled chaos. I feel like I run around like crazy yet every day between stuff for the kids, appointments, and just normal life stuff and still somehow
- [Amazon Bathroom + Living Room Design](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-bathroom-living-room-design/) - One of my favorite things to do is scour Amazon for deals and good finds. I love putting room designs together and I just curated a super pretty bathroom and living room design, all with finds from Amazon. Hope this helps if you're shopping for these spaces! Also be sure to check out my Amazon
- [New Couch from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-couch-from-walmart/) - So last year when we moved into this house I bought a couple of West Elm sofas off Facebook Marketplace. At the time I was super pumped because they were in great condition and I got them for a good price. But it didn't take long for us to realize that those sofas weren't super
- [Weekly Recap: Exclusive Anthropologie Code, Walmart Finds, and MORE!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/weekly-recap-exclusive-anthropologie-code-walmart-finds-and-more/) - Happy Saturday!! It's 6am--I'm drinking coffee, walking on my treadmill, and working on this email. Multitasking at its best! We have a busy day full of soccer and basketball games, so I'm up and going early trying to get a few things done before we head out for the day. It's actually supposed to be
- [Summer Fashion Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-fashion-finds-from-amazon/) - You know I love a good Amazon find, but dang sometimes it can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack, which is why I love creating round-ups of all my best finds. I hope it not only helps you shop for what you're looking for, but also makes the process a little
- [Summer Gear Organizer with Amazon Shelf](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-gear-organizer-with-amazon-shelf/) - Last fall I found the best little no-assembly shelf from Amazon. I used it for extra storage in our bathroom, but I recently moved it down to our mudroom to help organize all the pool gear for summer. And it works PERFECTLY. Just had to share this idea super quick in case you are drawing
- [Summer Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-outfits-from-walmart-2/) - Helllllo and happy Tuesday! I'm currently walking on my treadmill and trying to get a little work done. We're having a weird day of weather here--it's cold, gloomy and misting rain. Huge change from the high 80 degree temps we've been enjoying lately. But thankfully it's only one day and then we're back to the
- [Devotional: Tell Yourself](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-tell-yourself/) - One of my most cherished possession is my Bible. I can still remember the day I got it. I was in high school, probably fifteen years old at the time, and my mom took me to a little bookstore in a town about an hour from our house. I remember the way the store looked--all
- [Devotional: The Glory of the Valley](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-glory-of-the-valley/) - “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 I heard someone say recently that life is both beautiful and brutal. And man, do I agree with that. Life is absolutely amazing and
- [Entryway Refresh Under $200](https://sarahjoyblog.com/entryway-refresh-under-200/) - Hellllllo and happy day to you. It's currently over 70 degrees and sunny today in Colorado, which feels amazing compared to the snow and grey weather we had last week. The weather this time of year is so up and down, so I always feel extra grateful when we get warm days like this. I
- [Outfits I've Been Loving](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outfits-ive-been-loving/) - I honestly can't believe we're already a week into APRIL. My kids have about 6 weeks of school left and then we're on summer break. How the heck is that possible?! I feel like this school year has absolutely flown by. Christmas wa just last week, right?! Oyyy. Anyway, I have some great fashion finds
- [Spring Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-outfits-from-walmart/) - I just got the cutest stuff in from Walmart for spring and I'm so excited to share my finds with you lovely ladies today. I found a great Easter dress option, the comfiest linen pants, a couple of great basic t-shirts, and even some boxer sleep shorts! Everything is under $35 too. Let's hop to
- [Devotional: Follow Close Behind](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-follow-close-behind/) - One of the perks of traveling with my husband is that he tends to take charge of all the details. In fact, I've become quite accustomed to simply following behind him in the airport--turning when he turns, going where he goes--all without worrying about a thing or even asking any questions. I fully trust that
- [Super Cute Easter Decor Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/super-cute-easter-decor-idea/) - I just put together the cutest Easter decor idea!! And it's all with finds from Amazon. I filmed a quick video for Instagram, but had to share here too because I just love this so much. Isn't that the most adorable little centerpiece? I found these colorful foam bunnies on Amazon--they come in a huge
- [Black Paint Window Transformation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/black-paint-window-transformation/) - Now that we've lived here almost a year, I'm ready to start adding our own touch. Other than replacing the lights in our kitchen, we haven't done any projects. And to be honest, I didn't want to--I simply wanted to live here for a while and see what we liked/didn't like/wanted to change. But I'm
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-fashion-finds-5/) - It's been a while since I've done a good ol' fashioned Walmart fashion post, so I recently put in an order and wanted to share some new arrivals with you today! They have so many cute things online for the new year right now. Thanks to Walmart for partnering with me on today's post! Super,
- [Friday Favorites: Rattan Lamp, Magazine Feature + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-rattan-lamp-magazine-feature-more/) - Happy Friday beautiful people! I thought it would be fun to bring back an old favorite here on the blog--FRIDAY FAVORITES! This is where I share any favorites from the week, things I loved, or enjoyed, maybe even a few things I didn't love. It's a chatty post, so grab a cup of coffee and
- [New Year Refresh--Accent Charts Under $275](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-year-refresh-accent-charts-under-275/) - Helllllo beautiful friends and happy Wednesday! Can you believe we're already half-way through January? Holy smokes this month is flying by, which usually doesn't happen for January. I feel like it typically drags on, but the days are scooting on by super quick. Anyway, I have a fun post today! If you're looking to do
- [Makeup I've Been Loving Lately + My Fave $20 Hair Tool](https://sarahjoyblog.com/makeup-ive-been-loving-lately-my-fave-20-hair-tool/) - Back in the day one of my favorite things to do was watch makeup tutorials on YouTube. Twenty-one year old Sarah loooooved a good smokey eye tutorial, although I could never quite get the hang of it myself. BUT I do still love makeup, even though my smokey eye days are long gone. Today I
- [Christmas Stovetop Potpourri](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-stovetop-potpourri/) - One of the best things about the holiday season is the smell of a delicious Christmas stovetop potpourri. I have one going right now and it's absolutely divine. It just makes everything feel more festive and cozy! I wanted to share in case you want to make one to enjoy in your own home. Christmas
- [Mom's Sugar Cookie Recipe](https://sarahjoyblog.com/moms-sugar-cookie-recipe/) - I wanted to share my favorite sugar cookie recipe for making Christmas cookies! These are a holiday tradition in our house--my mom has made these for years and they are so yummy. Here is the recipe if you want to try: Mom’s Sugar Cookies 2 cups sugar 1 cup sour cream 1 tsp cream of
- [Devotional: Don't Say That](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-dont-say-that/) - One of my favorite passages in the Bible happens in Jeremiah chapter one, which shows us exactly how God interacts one-on-one with someone who is doubting their abilities. It's absolutely beautiful! In this chapter, God speaks to Jeremiah about the calling on his life. At the time, Judah was an absolute mess and God wanted
- [Gifts Ideas Under $25 from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gifts-ideas-under-25-from-walmart/) - We're down to the home stretch for holiday shopping! I honestly can't believe how fast this month is flying by. I'm *almost* done with my shopping, but I wanted to share some great last minute gift ideas from Walmart--all of which are $25 and under. Hopefully this helps if you're still shopping. Thanks to Walmart
- [Devotional: Perspective Shift](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-perspective-shift/) - I was listening to a podcast on parenting recently and the theme of the episode was that parents shouldn't save their kids from every challenge or struggle in life. Turns out, jumping in to make everything better when your child faces an obstacle actually robs them of the chance to learn and grow. If we
- [Christmas Around our Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-around-our-home/) - I've been a major slacker when it comes to blogging lately. I feel like every time I want to sit down and share photos from a project or even write a devotional something comes up and I get distracted. It's just been a busy season lately, but tonight I wanted to share a few photos
- [Christmas Kitchen](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-kitchen-2/) - I can't believe Christmas is just 15 days away! I started decorating on November 1st and that felt soooo early--like it would take forever for Christmas to get here. And now we're only two week out. Craziness! Time if flying. And I've been super behind on blogging about all my holiday decor. I've shared it
- [Black Friday Deals from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/black-friday-deals-from-walmart/) - It's time for Walmart's Black Friday Deals, which means now is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping or do a little shopping for yourself. So many great items are on deal all weekend, including my favorite cabinet in the light honey finish. Plus when you shop on Walmart, most items come with two-day
- [Devotional: The MVP Is On Our Side](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-mvp-is-on-your-side/) - Over the last several weeks I've been spending time reading the stories of the Old Testament. I'm embarrassed to say that in all my years of knowing the Lord, I tend to favor reading the New Testament--the gospels, the stories of Jesus' life, the encouraging words of Paul, etc. And while those are incredible, I've
- [Christmas Hot Chocolate Bar](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-hot-chocolate-bar/) - Every year, once the snow starts to fly and the temps drop, I put together a Christmas hot chocolate bar for my kids. It's always just a fun little thing we do together and use almost daily. I mean, what's better than a warm cup of hot chocolate on a cold snowy day?! NOT MUCH.
- [The Ultimate Christmas Mantle](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-ultimate-christmas-mantle/) - We just had the craziest four day snow storm. I think it was one of the biggest November storms Colorado has seen in like 30 years or something crazy like that. I actually loved it--the kids were home from school most of the week and we just had the best time. We decorated for Christmas,
- [Fall Outfit Ideas from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-outfit-ideas-from-walmart/) - Hey hey and happy Monday!! We are kicking off fall break over here, but I'm squeezing in a little work before we take off on a very last minute trip. We literally just booked a trip this morning and we leave Wednesday. We're headed to one of my favorite places. I'll share more about that
- [Fun Addition to the Kitchen--Espresso Maker!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fun-addition-to-the-kitchen-espresso-maker/) - I just added the cutest little espresso maker to our kitchen and you guys--I'm SMITTEN with it. I've been wanting and espresso maker for a while now and it's so fun to finally have one. I made my own latte yesterday and it was s divine. Plus the machine is adorable!! If you love making
- [Devotional: The Pruning Season](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-pruning-season/) - Any good gardener knows the importance of pruning. Removing the dead parts of a tree or shrub maximizes its potential for growth. The gardener sees the value in the tree and knows that by cutting away the areas that are holding it back, or the lifeless parts, the tree can make room for new growth--it
- [Fall Front Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-front-porch/) - I've been watching old episodes of Fixer Upper lately. I'm talking episodes from 2014, 2015 kinda era. And you know what? It's been so good for my soul. I know that probably sounds ridiculous, but that show was such an inspiration for me. When it first aired, my son was three years old (he's now
- [Fall Sweaters Under $28!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-sweaters-under-28/) - We're having the weirdest weather around here lately. Actually, I shouldn't say weird. It's very Colorado--ish for late September. Over the weekend we had a cold front come in, so the high on Sunday was in the low 50s and it was rainy and gloomy. Totally felt like fall! Then this week we're creeping back
- [Walmart+ Membership--Free Trial!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-membership-free-trial/) - #walmartpartner It's officially feeling like fall around here--the kids are in school, football is back, the temps are dropping, and pumpkin spice is everrrrywhere. It's the beginning of a busy season for us and so today I wanted to share one of my favorite ways to make life a little hectic--the Walmart+ membership!! We've been
- [Cozy Reading Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-reading-nook/) - We have this little empty landing at the top of our staircase and the other day I decided to turn it into a cozy reading nook. It's a small space, but just enough room for a little chair and wall rack for books and magazines. I put my beloved wall rack from Wayfair up on
- [Huge Fall Candle Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-fall-candle-sale/) - Happpppy Friday!! You guys, my favorite candles are BUY 2, GET 1 FREE, plus free shipping. This is one of the best sales Antique Candle Co does all year long, so I wanted to let you know. Also a little birdie told me it's their last big sale until Black Friday, so now is the time to
- [Devotional: Searching for One](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-searching-for-one/) - I’ve recently become fascinated with Psalm 23. It's easily one of the most well known passages of Scripture in the entire Bible. I just love the symbolism of God being our Good Shepherd, leading us through the highs and lows of life with the utmost care and protection. It's a super powerful visual. And even
- [Shelving in My Son's Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/shelving-in-my-sons-bedroom/) - Helllllo and happy Tuesday!! I'm relaxing in my bed at the moment, getting a little work done on my computer and watching one of my shows. I also have a pumpkin spice candle burning, so I'm pretty darn happy right now. But it's been a pretty productive day--I finally got around to putting up some
- [Fall Entryway Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-entryway-decor/) - I am slowly but surely starting to decorate little corners of the house for fall. I just did the entryway and I wanted to share! I used a few new things from Walmart, most of which are under $10. Hope this gives you an idea or two for your own home. #walmartpartner I love these
- [Devotional: Already Promised](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional/) - The other night I was laying in bed with my thirteen year old son. I'm thankful he still likes to lay with his mama at bedtime. We talk about the day--the highs, lows, and everything in between. Then we end with a prayer. As I was praying for him on this particular night, I ended
- [A Little Fall Decor in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-little-fall-decor-in-the-living-room/) - It's officially September and that means I'm ready to start adding a liiiiiiitle touch of fall decor into our home. I'm going to keep it subtle--with just a few things here and there, but I always love the cozy vibe the fall decor brings! #walmartpartner Love love love this wooden fall lantern. The candle inside runs
- [Devotional: Prove It](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-prove-it/) - The other day I was reading in Isaiah about how Hezekiah, the king of Judah at the time, suddenly became incredibly ill. The Lord sent Isaiah to give the king the message that he would not recover from the illness, so he should begin to get his affairs in order. Upon hearing this news, Hezekiah
- [Fall Inspired Coffee Bar Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-inspired-coffee-bar-idea/) - I was playing around with some new fall decor today and put together a cute little fall inspired coffee bar in our kitchen. This is so easy to throw together and I love how it gives our kitchen a cozy vibe for the upcoming fall season. Even thought I'm not quite ready to decorate for
- [Wide Legs Jeans, Utility Jacket + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wide-legs-jeans-utility-jacket-more/) - I just got an order of new things in from Walmart and wanted to share a couple of my favorites! I got the cutest pair of wide leg jeans, a great utility jacket for fall, and a cozy button up. Everything else I ordered is sold out, so I highly recommend ordering quick if you
- [Devotional: Mind vs Soul](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-mind-vs-soul/) - "To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. I trust in you, my God!" Psalm 25:1 Over the last couple weeks I've been praying and learning a lot about the relationship of the mind and soul. Have you ever stopped to think about how the two work together, or against each other, at times?
- [Gorgeous Arched Cabinet from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gorgeous-arched-cabinet-from-walmart/) - I finally got the viral arched cabinet from Walmart and YOU GUYS!!!! It's so dang gorgeous. Honestly even better in person than I expected! I literally gasped when I got it all done--it's that good. I just assembled it yesterday and got it all styled in the corner of our living room. Couldn't wait to
- [Simple Front Porch Refresh](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-front-porch-refresh/) - Helllllllo and happy Friday!!! We are officially on our last week of summer break over here and I'm honestly so bummed about it. Why does summer go so dang fast?! Ugh. Not cool. Anyway, in happier news, I just did a little front porch refresh and wanted to share how it all came together. You
- [Devotional: Change Your Clothes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-change-your-clothes/) - If you’re anything like me, you might struggle with seeing yourself the way God sees you. You might wrestle with this idea that God loves you–despite all your flaws, mistakes, and shortcomings. I’m usually my own worst critic, so seeing past my countless inadequacies isn’t always easy. But according to scripture, God’s sees us as
- [Wayfair Black Friday in July Sale!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wayfair-black-friday-in-july-sale/) - Wayfair just launched their Black Friday in July sale and it's the perfect time to get a shop if you've been eyeing any new decor or furniture pieces for your home! The entire site is up to 80% off and FREE SHIPPING. The sale is only three days long, running from July 26th through the
- [Bedroom Storage for Kids (Or Dorm Rooms!)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/bedroom-storage-for-kids-or-dorm-rooms/) - I love finding ways to make my kids' bedrooms feel cozy, colorful and fun all at the same time. I want it to feel like a reflection of their personality, while still being an organized space. That's not always easy, but I just found the cutest storage bins and storage ottoman I wanted to share. Both
- [New Decor I've Been Loving](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-decor-ive-been-loving/) - I cannot believe we are already three weeks into July. Summer is absolutely flying by this year. Ugh, I just wish it would slow down. Why the heck does summer go by so fast and winter goes so slow?! It doesn't make sense in my brain, but here we are. Only a few weeks left
- [Cutest Wide Leg Jumpsuit for $22!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cutest-wide-leg-jumpsuit-for-22/) - You guys, I just found the cutest wide-leg jumpsuit from Walmart and it's currently on sale for $22! I ordered it in two colors and it's so dang comfy. Plus I think it's a great transitional piece that can work into the upcoming fall season too. #walmartpartner I absolutely LOVE this outfit. Totally my vibe!
- [Best Selling Summer Dresses Under $35](https://sarahjoyblog.com/best-selling-summer-dresses-under-35/) - Today I'm pumped to share some of the current best selling summer dresses under $35, all from Walmart. I have worn two of these several times this summer and absolutely love them! My favorite one of the bunch is only TEN BUCKS. They have so many cute things our right now for summer! Thanks to
- [Dining Room Console Table Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/dining-room-console-table-decor/) - A few months ago I found the most gorgeous console table on Facebook Marketplace and it basically felt like Christmas. It was actually a moving sale, so this thing was in perfect condition and I got a great deal on it. I put it in our dining room and I thought it would be fun
- [Brand New Decor from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/brand-new-decor-from-walmart/) - Walmart just launched a bunch of brand new decor and you guys--it's all SO GOOD! I actually got to see a little sneak peek when I was in Arkansas a couple weeks ago for the Walmart Home Showcase event, and I was smitten. So many good things are launching all throughout the rest of this
- [Best Selling Faux Tree From Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/faux-olive-tree-from-amazon/) - I finally bought the viral, best selling faux tree from Amazon and wanted to share how it looks with you guys!! I've heard so many good things about this tree, so I wanted to order it myself just to see if it's worth all the hype. You know I love a good faux tree! And
- [Walmart Deals--SO GOOD!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-july-deals/) - You guys, July is absolutely JAM PACKED with sales. I'm so excited to share some of my favorite deals--it's really a great time to shop if you're looking for a bargain! And starting this afternoon, Walmart just launched a ton of great deals on everything from home, fashion, tech deals, discounts on toys and lots
- [Devotional: Ask For More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-ask-for-more/) - We rented a house on the beach two weeks ago and it was glorious. I sat on the porch and gazed out at the ocean every morning and every night. As I was watching the waves come and go over and over one morning, I asked the Lord to show me how His love is
- [The Ultimate Rosemary Beach Travel Guide](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-ultimate-rosemary-beach-travel-guide/) - If you're looking to take a trip to Rosemary Beach, or the gorgeous area known as 30A in Florida, I have the ultimate travel guide to share with you today! Our family LOVES this area and we just got home from our fourth trip to Rosemary Beach. Traveling to Rosemary Beach / 30A: Airports: The
- [Anthropologie Inspired Home Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/anthropologie-inspired-home-finds-from-amazon/) - Today let's chat about some Anthropologie inspired home finds from Amazon! These are great Anthropologie dupes for a faction of the price.
- [Coffee Table Decorated with Amazon Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/coffee-table-decorated-with-amazon/) - Happy Friday!! Before I get into weekend mode I wanted to share a pretty coffee table decor idea with finds from Amazon. I actually just got a few new things in and I love how it all looks together! black book stand display // three black candleholders // large wooden bowl // plant // coffee table books
- [Testing for Lead Paint on Vintage Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tips-old-doors-windows-lead-paint/) - It's time to have a little chat about lead paint and vintage decor my friends. You all know I love my vintage goodies. And I'd guess if you're here reading my blog you're probably a fan as well. (High five to that.) But as much as we all love vintage, the truth is that lead
- [How to Paint a Brick Fireplace](https://sarahjoyblog.com/paint-brick-fireplace/) - Today's post is one I've been dreaming about doing for months now and it's all about how to paint a brick fireplace. Yep, you read that right. After talking about it for over a year now, it finally happened. I finally painted the giant fireplace in our front room. I'd been procrastinating for so long, mostly due to the fact
- [5 Ways to Remove that Musty Smell from Old Furniture](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-ways-remove-musty-smell-old-furniture/) - I know many of you are thrift store, yard-sale junkies like myself (high-five to that!) and you're probably always bringing home random pieces of furniture that need some love and TLC. And let's be honest--there's a good chance that furniture probably has a funky smell. Well this post is your solution for that problem my friends! Today I
- [How to Find Dupes on Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-find-dupes-on-amazon/) - You guys know I love a good dupe and one of the best places to finds dupes is on Amazon! But finding the dupe you want can feel a lot like searching for a needle in a haystack. Or a tugboat in the ocean. Or a mustard seed in the garden. You get it--it can
- [Walmart Home Showcase!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-home-showcase/) - I just got home from a trip to Bentonville, Arkansas to check out the upcoming fall and holiday decor coming from Walmart!! It was seriously one of the coolest trips I've had the opportunity to do and I loved every single minute. I was geeking out all day as we got a behind-the-scenes look at
- [Annie Sloan Chalk Paint vs Rust-Oleum Chalked Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/annie-sloan-chalk-paint-vs-rust-oleum-chalked-paint/) - Hiya friends! And happppppppy Monday to you. Today's post is one I've been thinking about doing for quite a while now and it's a comparison between the Annie Sloan chalk paint vs the Rust-Oleum chalked paint. Now you guys know I've been a big fan of the Annie Sloan chalk paint for a looooong time. I've
- [It's Walmart+ Week--TRAVEL SAVINGS!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/its-walmart-week-travel-savings/) - Thank you to Walmart for partnering with me on this post! Hello and happy Thursday!! I'm currently in Florida, enjoying some down time with the fam at the beach, but real quick I wanted to share that it's Walmart+ Week----whoot whoot!!! That means for seven days, starting June 17th through the 23rd, there are TONS of
- [Walmart+ InHome](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-inhome-service/) - Exciting news!! I'm teaming up with Walmart today to share that you can upgrade your Walmart+ membership to include InHome, which allows you to get your groceries and more delivered inside your home–unpacked into your fridge or placed on your countertop in your kitchen or garage. How amazing is that?! It's like having your own personal
- [How to Make the Best Iced Coffee](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-make-the-best-iced-coffee/) - Thanks to Walmart for partnering with me on today's post. Last night at 9pm I was laying in bed and got the idea to make a huge batch of iced coffee. Matt and I LOVE iced coffee in the summer, but I've never been able to make a good batch at home. So I found
- [Antique Dresser + Basket with Flowers](https://sarahjoyblog.com/antique-dresser-basket-with-flowers/) - I went to a few garage sales yesterday with the girls and oh my word, it was SO FUN. I haven't really done that in years and honestly it felt so good to get back to something I used to enjoy so much. Back in the day, especially around the time I started this blog
- [Devotional: Let's Be Warriors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-lets-be-warriors/) - This week I spent a lot of time talking with God about the same old mountains. You know the ones I'm talking about--the kind you just keep going around and around. The struggle you can't seem to defeat once and for all. The fears you can't seem to completely lay down. The lies from the
- [Summer Morning Routine](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-morning-routine/) - One of my favorite things about summer is how early the sun comes up. Few things in this world are better than the sound of birds singing on a fresh summer morning. I wait all year to enjoy it, so I try really hard to soak in this time of year and make the most
- [Simple Outdoor Dining Space](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-outdoor-dining-space/) - Can you believe it's already the first week of June?! Summer is officially here and I couldn't be happier about it. It's my favorite time of year. I woke up early this morning to sit out on our front porch, smell the lilacs, listen to the birds sing, pray and drink my coffee. It was
- [Recent Favorites from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-outfits-from-walmart/) - You guys, Walmart Fashion is absolutely on point right now! If you haven't checked out their new arrivals for summer, you're missing out. They have soooo many cute things right now. I've placed several orders recently, so wanted to share a few favorites today. I have a great pair of white pants, a pretty pink
- [Five Gorgeous Dresses for Summer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-gorgeous-dresses-for-summer/) - I just got an order in from Walmart with five of the prettiest dresses for summer! I am honestly shocked at how much I love each one of these dresses. And they're under $35! So surprised at how much I love this dress! It's the perfect little sundress for summer. I got size small in
- [Antique Bread Shovels In the Dining Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/antique-bread-shovels-in-the-dining-room/) - About a year ago I found the coolest antique bread shovels at a local antique shop. I ended up buying them both and hung them up on the wall in our dining room. Well after we moved they got put in storage and I honestly forgot about them. But the other day I was digging
- [Devotional: Eyes of Faith](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-eyes-of-faith/) - One of the most profound themes in the Bible is that God loves when we are faithful. All throughout the gospels, we read that Jesus is looking for those with faith. He's amazed by our faith (Matthew 8:10). He honors and rewards our faith. Examples of individuals that came to Jesus with great faith include the
- [Walmart Fashion Finds for Summer, Part 2](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-fashion-finds-for-summer-part-2/) - I wanted to share a few more summer outfits that are all super budget friendly and cute for the warmer weather! I shared several here too if you missed it. First up is this cute denim jacket that I paired with these green shorts and a white tank top. These shorts are so comfy and
- [Devotional: Your First Call](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-your-first-call/) - When life feels heavy and you need to talk, who is your first call? When you have exciting news to share, who do want to tell first? When you're frustrated or upset, who do you vent to? For most of us that's probably a spouse, maybe a parent, friend, etc. My first call is typically
- [Decorative Cutting Board Decor Hack](https://sarahjoyblog.com/decorative-cutting-board-decor-hack/) - I wanted to share a quick tip for your kitchen decor! I love having cutting boards behind my stove top, but they always slip and slide around. But this weekend I realized that putting a command strip on the back of them holds them in place without any damage. Such an easy and quick fix!
- [New Summer Finds from Walmart, Part 1](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-summer-finds-from-walmart/) - It's slowly but surely starting to warm up here in Colorado, which means it's almost time for summer clothes. Bring on the shorts, dresses, tank tops, rompers, etc. I'm READY for long hot days. I just got a few new things in from Walmart from the summer season and wanted to share! I have a
- [Patio Favorites from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/patio-favorites-from-walmart/) - Now that it's May, I know most of us are starting to put together our outdoor spaces and patios. We have so many cool outdoor areas at this house and I'm excited to figure out how to use them all! But today I wanted to share a few of my patio favorites from Walmart. First
- [Devotional: For the Wayward Heart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-for-the-wayward-heart/) - "My wayward children," says the Lord, "come back to me and I will heal your wayward hearts." Jeremiah 3:22 I'll be honest, my heart was wayward this week. I felt discouraged and inadequate, primarily related to my work. Having a performance based job isn't for the faint of heart. With success measures based on things
- [Easy Decor Idea for an Empty Wall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-decor-idea-for-an-empty-wall/) - If you need an easy decor idea for an empty wall, this simple basket "gallery wall" is a great option. This is quick, inexpensive and so easy!
- [My Favorite Non-Toxic Products](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-non-toxic-products/) - If you've been around for a while you might have noticed that I tend to favor non-toxic products as often as possible. It's absolutely crazzzzzy how much junk is in everything these days--from our body products, cleaning products, laundry soap, etc. So we try really hard to make swaps to healthier options when we can.
- [The Best $15 T-Shirt](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-15-t-shirt/) - When you're a jeans and. t-shirt kinda gal, finding a great tee is really exciting. I just got this one in three colors and it's SO dang soft. I had to share because it's currently on sale for $15!! thanks to Walmart for partnering with me on today's post This shirt is very soft and lightweight.
- [$10 Tool That Makes Hanging Pictures Easy!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-tool-that-makes-hanging-pictures-easy/) - I have to share this amazing $10 tool that will literally change your life when it comes to hanging things straight. You guys, this little guy is incredible. It's a 3-in-1 tool that lets you measure, level, and mark the spot for nails all at the same time. It's so easy to use and it
- [Devotional: A Spirit of Victory](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-a-spirit-of-victory/) - This morning I was reading about David and Goliath. Many of us know this event in the Bible--the young shephard boy David defeated the nine foot, massive man Goliath with nothing but a stone and sling. I've read this passage many times throughout my life. But today it just hit different. You know how you can
- [Mother's Day Gift Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/mothers-day-gift-ideas/) - Today I wanted to round-up some Mother's Day gift ideas!! I own and love a few of these myself. Any of them would make a great gift for mom! Caraway Pans--this one is definitely more on the pricey side, but if you want to spoil mom this set of non-toxic pans is a great option.
- [April Best Sellers](https://sarahjoyblog.com/april-best-sellers/) - Helllllo my friend!! I hope you are having a great start to your week. Can you believe it's the last day of April?! I was thinking over a few highs and lows from the month, and thought it would be fun to share a little re-cap of April's best sellers, my favorites from the month,
- [Devotional: Fill Your Tank](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-fill-your-tank/) - The other day I was filling up our truck with gas and as I selected the type of fuel I wanted and waited for the tank to fill, it dawned on me that our minds are just like a gas tank. In order to "go" each day, we as humans need to fill our tanks
- [Simple Family Photo Wall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-family-photo-wall/) - Hello and happy Wednesday! I wanted to share our simple family photo wall that I put together at our new house. I love these big frames and they are such a good price--these are the 20 x 30 size and they're only $25 each. Such a perfect and easy way to fill an empty wall
- [Spring Purses from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-purses-from-walmart/) - Can you believe we're only a few days out from May?! April has absolutely flown by!! But I'm not complaining because we are ready for summer. Bring on the warm weather!! Anyway, today I wanted to share a few new purses I got for spring from Walmart. Most people don’t realize that Walmart has designer
- [Outdoor Summer Patio Setup](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outdoor-summer-patio-setup/) - One of the coolest things about our new home is all the usable outdoor space. We have a large deck out our main living room/kitchen area, plus another little patio space out of our basement. And best of all--NO WIND!!! I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am about no wind, which
- [Devotional: My Own Exodus](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-my-own-exodus/) - I'm really fascinated with the journey of the Israelites after they were freed from slavery in Egypt. Known as the exodus, which occurred after the Israelites had been living in brutal slavery for 430 years (Exodus 12:40). God set them free with mighty and powerful acts. It's one of my favorite events in the Bible. And
- [Finally A Kitchen Tour!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/finally-a-kitchen-tour/) - I can't believe we've been at this new house for over a month now. Gosh, time sure flies! It's been so busy, I haven't even been able to share photos of all the different rooms yet. Oyyyyy! But I just cleaned up the kitchen and snapped a few shots, so I thought I'd ahead and
- [Our Plaid Carpet in the Bedrooms](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-plaid-carpet-in-the-bedrooms/) - When we bought this house we knew the carpet in all the bedrooms would need replaced. It was in fairly rough shape and we knew the best time to get the floor done would be before moving in all our furniture. We debated wood floor vs carpet, but ultimately we decided on carpet, which honestly
- [My Favorite Patio Chairs](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-patio-chairs/) - At the old house we didn't really have that much patio furniture. Honestly, I never bought more than a few chairs because it all blew around with the crazy wind we always had out there (sure don't miss that!). But I did buy two gorgeous patio chairs last year and they have held up so
- [March Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/march-favorites-2/) - Hello and happy Monday! I can't believe it's already April. March absolutely flew by!! But I wanted to share the most loved products from last month. And several of these are on sale right now too! Tartelette Tubing Mascara: I love that this mascara just pulls right off when washing your makeup off! Tarte Tinted Moisturizer:
- [The Best Pink Pants from Old Navy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-pink-pants-from-old-navy/) - Do you ever find a pair of pants you love and before you know it you're wearing them pretty much every day?! That's what happened to me when I got these light pink pants from Old Navy. I've recently fallen in love with them--they're the perfect color for spring. I thought I'd share a few
- [Devotional: The Detours of Life](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-detours-of-life/) - I was reading in Exodus this morning and came across a few simple sentences that were a powerful reminder that sometimes God leads us on detours in life that usually don't make sense at first, but He always has a reason. "When Pharaoh finally let the people go, God did not lead them on the
- [Devotional: Sapping Your Strength](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-sapping-your-strength-2/) - Do you ever think about what impacts your daily energy and strength? I don't know about you, but stress and anxiety take much more of a toll on me than physical activity. I could be on my feet all day, but if there's no stress or worries, I'll feel good. On the other hand, I
- [Murphy's Favorite Things](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-pet-essentials/) - Today I wanted to share a few of Murphy's favorite things! I have three of his absolute favorite treats to share and his super cozy doggie bed. We always get treats and goodies for Murphy from Walmart--they're the best for all pet essentials! First is this huge tufted pillow bed. We got this when we
- [Layered Mirrors on the Mantel](https://sarahjoyblog.com/layered-mirrors-on-the-mantel/) - Welp, I just put a floor mirror on our mantel in the living room. Eeeek! I wasn't sure if it would be too big, but I knew the mirror I had up there was just way too small for the space. I was eyeing the 5 foot primrose mirror from Anthro, but since I already had
- [Favorite Furniture from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/favorite-furniture-from-walmart/) - Over the years I've purchased a LOT of things from Walmart. I loving sharing my finds with you guys, whether it be furniture, decor, clothes, or just random things. Anyway, today I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite furniture purchases from Walmart. They're all in stock right now, which
- [Devotional: God Will Buy Us Back](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-god-will-buy-us-back/) - I just love reading the word of God. I honestly don't know how I went so many years without reading the Bible on a consistent, daily basis. I was missing out on so much! I definitely underestimated how it could impact me. Anyway, this morning I was reading in Hosea, which I've never read read
- [Recent Amazon Decor Finds Under $40](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-amazon-decor-finds-under-40/) - I've been ordering a few little decor things for the new house from Amazon over the last couple weeks, so I thought it would be fun to share what I've found with you lovely ladies today. Everything is under $40! plant // wooden pedestal // large wooden bowl // shades of white book // this
- [Chairs in the Kitchen Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chairs-in-the-kitchen-nook/) - The four wingback chairs I ordered for the kitchen nook/tv area finally came in and I wanted to share how they look! I love this little space so much--it's definitely one of my favorites in our new home. And I think it's just about complete with the addition of these chairs. So cute right?! I
- [Home Decor Finds from Walmart+](https://sarahjoyblog.com/home-decor-finds-from-walmart/) - Thanks to Walmart for partnering with me on today's post. The other day I ordered four of these viral swivel chairs from Walmart because I wanted to try them in the little TV nook area off our kitchen. They literally came in two days and I was so excited, but as soon as we started
- [Spring Outfit Ideas from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-outfit-ideas-from-walmart/) - I just ordered a few new things from Walmart for spring and wanted to share a couple outfits with you guys!! I got so many cute things, including some great linen pants, a cute pink bomber jacket, sweater tank and more. And everything came with two day shipping! denim jacket (wearing medium) // bodysuit tank
- [Devotional: No Longer an Orphan](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-no-longer-an-orphan/) - Several weeks ago I was watching an old movie with my kids called It Takes Two. It's a super cute show that follows two identical little girls--one belongs to a very wealthy family and the other is living in an orphanage in New York City. At one point the girls randomly meet each other and
- [Spring Home Decor Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-home-decor-finds/) - I can't believe it's already March! Spring is just around the corner and so is Easter. I wanted to share some cute and affordable decor to brighten and freshen up your home, with everything from faux florals to cute bunny figurines. There are so many great spring finds from Amazon and Target right now. I
- [Review of the Viral Walmart Chair](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-the-viral-walmart-chair/) - I finally caved and ordered the viral swivel chair form Walmart. I've seen this chair all over Instagram for months now and I was so curious to try it out myself. It has thousands of five star reviews on the Walmart website and it's under $300, so I ordered it last week to check it
- [Designing the Kitchen Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/designing-the-kitchen-nook/) - One of my favorite spaces in our new home is this really cozy little nook right off the kitchen. The previous owners had this set up as a TV/conversation area, which I LOVED, so I wanted to re-create something similar. I'm still waiting on chairs for this spot, but thought I'd show you how things
- [Huge Candle Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-candle-sale/) - My all-time favorite candle company, Antique Candle Co., is having a buy 2, get 1 free sale plus FREE SHIPPING! Whoot whoot! Just make sure you add at least three candles to your cart to get the third one for free, or stock up on even more while you're at it: Buy 2 Get 1 Buy
- [Why I Love Our Walmart+ Membership](https://sarahjoyblog.com/why-i-love-our-walmart-membership/) - Thanks to Walmart for partnering with me on today's post. If you follow along over on the 'gram, you have probably heard me rave about our Walmart+ membership a time or two. We've been members for a couple years now and it's 10000% worth it. I get free shipping on pretty much everything I order,
- [Kitchen Shelf Decor Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/kitchen-shelf-decor-idea/) - I'm working my way through unpacking all the things and getting settled in the new house. It's been a slow process, but I'm starting to put together a few little spaces as I go just so it feels more like home. We have a lot of shelf space in our kitchen, so I decorated one
- [New Outfits from Walmart Fashion](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-outfits-from-walmart-fashion/) - Every few weeks I love sharing any new Walmart Fashion finds I come across with you guys!! Walmart is always getting new things in and they sell out quick, so I wanted to share a couple of finds for spring. I got the cutest pink blazer, a great striped tee for under TEN BUCKS, white
- [My Favorite Walmart Home Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-walmart-home-finds/) - I love sharing Walmart Home finds--I have them all over our house! So today I thought it would be fun to share a few of my all-time favorites that are still in stock. Unfortunately things do tend to sell out fast, and they don't always get restocked, but I'll share a few faves that are
- [Devotional: The Ultimate Creator](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-ultimate-creator/) - Do you ever read the Bible and find yourself in awe and amazement of who God is? I've been reading through Isaiah for the last month or so--I read through it once and now I'm re-reading it slowly to try to soak it in and really understand what I'm reading. And holy moly, the entire
- [Best White Paint Colors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/best-white-paint-colors/) - We just got the new house painted and I used my all-time favorite white paint--Alabaster by Sherwin Williams. It's been my go-to white paint for years now. I love it because it's a bright white, but not too bright and not yellow. It looks great on walls or trim. Anyway, today I waned to share
- [Valentine's Day Outfits (But Make it Cozy)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/valentines-day-outfits-but-make-it-cozy/) - I don't know about you, but we never go out for Valentine's Day. I much prefer a cozy night at home--maybe some takeout Mexican food, a funny movie, and cozy PJs. I'm a pretty simple gal. And since having kids, I love nights at home even more. I usually try to do something fun like
- [New Living Room Photos!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-living-room-photos/) - You guys, we officially got the house! We are in the process of moving in/painting walls/getting new carpet in bedrooms/etc but I wanted to quick share a few photos of the house with you guys. Let's start with the living room--which is the room that sold me on this house back in April 2023. It
- [Jesus Wins RESTOCK!!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/jesus-wins-restock/) - BACK IN STOCK!!! By popular demand, the cozy Jesus Wins pullover is back for one more round. Based on John 16:33, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world”. This cozy sweatshirt is a
- [Spring Inspired Kitchen Counter Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-inspired-kitchen-counter-decor/) - I don't know about you, but I'm craving SPRING. I actually heard a whole family of birds singing their hearts out the other day and it made me so happy. That's one of my favorite things about spring and summer--happy little bird songs. Anyway, that inspired me to bring some spring decor into our kitchen
- [Devotional: The Best Friend You've Ever Had](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotion-the-best-friend-youve-ever-had/) - Up until this last year, I greatly underestimated what a strong relationship with God and time spent reading the powerful words of the Bible could do in my life. Before the struggles I walked through this year, I'm ashamed to admit my relationship with God was primarily a series of things I had to do:
- [Designer Home Decor Dupes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/designer-home-decor-dupes/) - Who doesn't love a good dupe?! There's nothing more thrilling than finding a look-a-like piece of furniture or decor for a fraction of the price. I know you guys love dupes too, so I rounded up some great designer dupes--these are all much more budget friendly. And the best part is that most of these
- [Abercrombie Active Wear Sale Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/abercrombie-active-wear-sale-finds/) - Abercrombie has a great sale happening this weekend and into Monday for the holiday--their activewear line is marked 30% off, then you can stack code YPBAF for an extra 20% off. I have a few things that are on sale, so wanted to share in case you're shopping! First up is this pair of utility/cargo
- [We Are Moving!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/we-are-moving/) - Surprise!! We are MOVING!!! I shared this news over on Instagram a while back, but I've been meaning to share it here too for you sweet ladies without social media. (High five for not being on social media. I applaud you!) So there's a lot that goes into this story, but the semi-short version is
- [In's and Out's for 2024](https://sarahjoyblog.com/ins-and-outs-for-2024/) - Thanks to Walmart for sponsoring today's post! There's just nothing like the feeling of a brand new year. I love the fresh start. The new beginning. Another chance to figure out this thing called life. I always feel energized and hopeful in January. And even those most of us think New Year's resolutions are cheesy
- [Devotional: The Fearless Shepherd](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-fearless-shepherd/) - One of my favorite illustrations in the Bible is the idea of God being our shepherd. It's referenced so many times throughout the Bible and I find it to be one of the most comforting, beautiful visuals. I was reading in Ezekiel today and came across a passage in chapter 34, where God is describing
- [Changes & Goals for 2019!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/changes-goals-for-2019/) - Well you knew it was coming, right?! It's time to sit down with a cup of coffee and share a little about my goals and intentions for 2019. I actually wasn't even sure if I wanted to write about it this year, but I can't help it. I LOVE the month of January because to
- [Devotional: Sweeter Than Honey](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-sweet-as-honey/) - As the year winds down and I think about things I'm grateful for in 2023, I can't help but feel a deep appreciation for my Bible. It's been with me through every high and low this year--always there as a living beacon of hope and comfort. I've actually had the same Bible since I was
- [Your 2023 Top Purchases](https://sarahjoyblog.com/your-2023-top-purchases/) - I sat down and checked out my analytics for 2023 and rounded up your top purchases! Lots of the top sellers were sold out, but I made a list of the top 16 that are still in stock. So interesting to see what made the list. Round Coffee Table: I shared this coffee table from
- [Winter Outfits I've Been Loving](https://sarahjoyblog.com/winter-outfits-ive-been-loving/) - Hello hello and happy Monday! We are officially a week out from Christmas. How crazy is that?! This month has absolutely flown by. And we've had really nice weather lately, so it doesn't even feel like Christmas. My son keeps hoping for a white Christmas, but it doesn't look like that's going to happen this
- [Last Minute Deals at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/last-minute-deals-at-walmart/) - We're done to crunch time now!! Christmas is just four days away. I just made a giant to-do list, which includes another trip to the grocery store, more last minute gift shopping (I forgot about my White Elephant gift!) and lots of wrapping. It's going to be a busy day! If you're still still looking
- [Devotional: No Discount Code Needed](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-no-discount-code-needed/) - The season of gift giving is here, which means we're all bombarded with sales, commercials, ads, and the push to buy more. And while that's great and it's definitely fun to give gifts to people we love or score a good bargain, I can't help but think about how all that stuff only offers a
- [Cozy Winter Outfit Idea from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-outfit-idea-from-walmart/) - I'm back with a few new Walmart finds! I actually just picked up the cutest snow boots which are honestly AMAZING. They are total dupe for my Sorel snow boots--they look almost identical. And they're super warm, have great tread, and only $45. I threw together a cozy outfit with them! boots // socks //
- [Winter Outfits from Old Navy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/winter-outfits-from-old-navy/) - Anyone in the mood for a good ol' fashioned Old Navy haul?! I hope so beach I just put in a big order and everything came in. I grabbed some super cute sweaters for the winter season. And right now they are having a 30% off sale with code HURRY. Wearing a size medium in
- [How to Turn Your Tv into Christmas Art](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-turn-your-tv-into-christmas-art/) - How to Turn Your Tv into Christmas Art One of my all-time favorite decor hacks is how to get free art for your TV. I’ve shared this tip over on Instagram a few times, but I wanted to share it here too in case you don’t know how to do this. As long as you have a
- [A Few Favorites that Make Great Gifts](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-few-favorites-that-make-great-gifts/) - Christmas is a mere three weeks away, which means it's crunch time for gift shopping. I did little poll on Instagram today and it looks like the majority of people who responded are already almost done shopping. I must have a lot of go-getters following me! If you're still looking for gifts, I have a
- [Devotional: A Joyful Mess](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-a-joyful-mess/) - One thing I love most about Jesus is His ability to use even the messiest person in really cool ways. Just look at Paul, David, Peter, the Samaritan woman at the well. The Bible is full of fascinating accounts of imperfect, unqualified people who were transformed and used in mighty ways by God. It's absolutely
- [Basement Family Room for Christmas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/basement-family-room-for-christmas/) - Hellllllo and happy December 1st! Crazy, right? We've made it to the last month of 2023. And it's officially Christmas month! I'm basically done decorating the house at this point and I've moved on to shopping for gifts. I've already made a good dent in my list and I'm hoping I can be done in
- [Gift Ideas for Men](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-ideas-for-men/) - I put together a gift guide for the men in your life! These are all things Matt owns/loves/recommends. Hopefully this helps cross a few things off your list! Happy Shopping! Work Gloves - On sale for under $30! Head Lamp - A great gift they will use again and again! On sale for 50% off
- [Christmas Gift Ideas for Jesus Lovers](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-gift-ideas-for-jesus-lovers/) - I put together a gift guide for those in your life who love Jesus! I added some of my favorite devotionals, my favorite bible and some of my favorite jewelry. I hope these ideas will inspire you as you shop for your loved ones! Be A Light Bracelet - love love love these bead bracelets.
- [Grit + Grace is LIVE!!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/grit-grace-is-live/) - After months and months of working behind the scenes, I am so pumped to share that my little shop, Grit + Grace, is LIVE! I've been dreaming about this for so long now and it's just so cool to finally have it ready to go. We are launching with two sweatshirts that are near and
- [Christmas Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-living-room/) - Can you believe there's only 28 days til Christmas??!! It's coming my friends. I'm finally getting around to finishing my holiday decor. I still need to do the basement, but I just got the living room done and wanted to share a few photos with you lovely ladies today. The kids helped me decorate this
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-fashion-finds-4/) - It's time for another round of new Walmart fashion finds! They are busting out so many insanely cute things right now for the holidays (check out new arrivals here). Lots of the new items seem to sell out super quick, so I wanted to share a few new finds that are perfect for winter and the
- [Devotional: Jesus Unlocks the Chains](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-jesus-unlocks-the-chains/) - One thing I'm excited to start sharing here on the blog is a weekly devotional. God has walked with me through a lot of hard stuff this year, particularly this summer, and I feel called to start sharing some of the things I've learned and experienced. This is deeply personal, but I hope it encourages
- [Devotional: Lessons in the Wilderness](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-lessons-in-the-wilderness/) - Last week I was reading about the time satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness. Do you know that story? It's in Matthew chapter four and it's fascinating. I've read it many times over the years, but after walking through a bit of my own wilderness this year it just hits different now. It means more.
- [Christmas Console Table Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-console-table-decor/) - Well it happened. I've finally busted out the Christmas decor from storage and I'm decking the halls. The kids are so excited and I feel the magic of Christmas in the air. I started with the sideboard cabinet in our dining room and wanted to share how I styled this little spot. I used a
- [Five Outfit Ideas with a Sweater Dress](https://sarahjoyblog.com/three-outfit-ideas-with-a-sweater-dress/) - You guys!! I found the most comfortable sweater dress EVER and it's only $26. I honestly wasn't expecting to like this when I ordered it, but I thought why not give it a try. I was honestly blown away when I put it on--it's SO dang comfortable. The material is the perfect thickness and it's
- [Three Outfit Ideas with a Red Button-Up](https://sarahjoyblog.com/three-outfit-ideas-with-a-red-button-up/) - I love a good ol' fashioned red and black button-up this time of year. There are just SO many ways to wear it, not to mention it's the perfect color combo for the holiday season. It's definitely a closet staple of mine. I was playing around with clothes today and I thought it would be
- [Devotional: A Work in Progress](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-a-work-in-progress/) - Sometimes I feel like God's peace is this slippery thing in my hands that I can't quite hold onto--one day I have it, and the next day I drop it. One day I feel powerful and strong, the next day I'm weak. One day I feel God's peace and comfort, and then a few days
- [New Arrivals from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-arrivals-from-walmart/) - Happpppy Monday!! I don't know about you, but I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week. My kids have the whole week off and I'm so excited! I'm hoping we can sneak up to the mountains for a few days. Anyway, today I have a few new Walmart finds to share. Walmart has been absolutely killing
- [The Best Christmas Trees from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-christmas-trees-from-amazon/) - A few days ago I was scouring Amazon for some of the best selling Christmas trees. I was focused on trees under five feet, which can be easily moved around and styled in all kinds of fun ways throughout the home. I ended up ordering four trees and I wanted to share them with you
- [Easy Hot Chocolate Bar](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-hot-chocolate-bar/) - I'm not quite ready to decorate for Christmas yet, but yesterday I did throw together a fun little hot chocolate bar for the kids and I wanted to share how it turned out! It's pretty simple, but super cute. I've also linked up a few holiday home decor finds at the bottom of the post!
- [Devotional: This Changes Everything](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-this-changes-everything/) - What would you say is your life purpose? Or the true meaning of your life? If you'd ask me that a year ago I would have given you a completely different answer than I would today. Actually, I probably wouldn't have really known what my life purpose was beyond things like be a good mother,
- [Cozy Sweaters Under $25](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-sweaters-under-25/) - I'm sitting in my cozy little home office right now, watching it snow and and drinking a giant cup of coffee. Honestly, it sounds pretty great, right?! I've actually decided to embrace the snow and cold weather this year. I'm tired of complaining about it, stressing over it, and generally disliking it. Nope, not this
- [Amazon Gift Guides for Everyone](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-gift-guides-for-everyone/) - It's that time of year again! Christmas shopping has begun and I have rounded up gift guides for everyone in the family. All of these are from Amazon and are under $100! These are some great options if you are looking to get your holiday shopping done early! gold hoop earrings // duffle bag //
- [Thanksgiving Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/thanksgiving-finds-from-amazon/) - I don't know about you, but I LOVE Thanksgiving. It's hands down one of my top three favorite holidays. I love the vibe of the whole day--eat a lot of food, gather with people you love, watch football, and then eat more food. It's chill, relaxed, and all about reflecting on your gifts and blessings. Today's post is all about Thanksgiving finds from Amazon. I found so many cute things to spruce up your Thanksgiving Day decor!
- [Cozy Finds from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-finds-from-walmart/) - Over the weekend I ordered several of the current best selling sweaters from Walmart. They just came in today--gotta love two day shipping!! So I wanted to share my finds with you lovely ladies. All of these are under $20 and super cute for fall and the upcoming winter season! First up is this mixed
- [Small Board + Batten Entryway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/small-board-batten-entryway/) - For a while now I've wanted to do board and batten in our little entryway spot by the front door. It's such an easy way to spruce up an empty wall and give it some character. So yesterday we had a little extra time and we got it done. It literally took less than an
- [Devotional: Uproot the Weeds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-uproot-the-weeds/) - Before I jump into this week's devotional, I just want to say a huge THANK YOU for all the support on this new little endeavor of sharing what the Lord is teaching me. I don't always have time to respond to all of the comments, but I read every single one and they truly mean
- [Small Front Porch Decor for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/small-front-porch-decor-for-fall/) - You know what's crazy? We've had the NICEST weather in Colorado this fall. I'm talking straight sun and blue skies day after day after day with 70-80 degree temps. It's been glorious and honestly this weather is completely redeeming my love for Colorado. Especially after the brutal spring/first half of summer weather we had with
- [Devotional: Get Up and Keep Going](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-get-up-and-keep-going/) - Over the last few days I've been reminded repeatedly how God always redeems our stories for good. He always redeems our seasons of waiting, our valleys, and our struggles. And even though it's really hard to see that in the moments of hurting and pain, that's what He does best. Today I want to encourage
- [Early Holiday Shopping--TOYS!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/early-holiday-shopping-toys/) - I know it's a tad bit early to think about holiday shopping, but if you love getting it done early, this post is for you! I have several great round-ups of the best toys this holiday season from Walmart and most of them are even on sale. If you have little ones to shop for,
- [New + Improved Cozy Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-improved-cozy-living-room/) - Hello my beautiful friends!! Ok you guys, today's post is fun because after seven years with the same white sofas we just switched things up in the living room. I cannot wait to show you!! This space looks SO different and I went a completely different route this time around--LEATHER SOFAS. Such a huge change,
- [Devotional: When Things Feel Hard](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-when-things-feel-hard/) - I don't know about you, but I can't help but feel like the world is falling apart when I watch the news. Especially with the heartbreaking events happening in Israel, I know all of us are feeling very heavy right now. This last Friday I was feeling especially overwhelmed with everything happening in the world,
- [Recent Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-walmart-fashion-finds-2/) - I have some new Walmart Fashion finds to share with you today!! They have so many cute things out for fall right now and everything I'm sharing today is under $21, with the exception of my favorite jeans which are $27. This $19 cardigan is SOO soft! It's a total barefoot dreams dupe. I'm wearing
- [Simple Fall Coffee Bar](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-fall-coffee-bar/) - One of my favorite things to do as the seasons change is switch up our little coffee bar. It's nothing fancy, but I love styling this spot on the countertop with seasonal decor. This year I kept it simple as always, but I love how it turned out and I waned to share with you
- [Devotional: The Power of Words](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-the-power-of-words/) - "May you experience the love of Christ, though it is so great you will never fully understand it. Then you will be filled with the fullness of life and power that comes from God." Ephesians 3:19 I believe deep down in my core that most of us are using only a fraction of the power
- [Fall Outfit Ideas from Old Navy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-outfit-ideas-from-old-navy/) - Yesterday on the 'gram I shared some fall outfit ideas from Old Navy. They have so many cute options for fall right now and almost everything is on sale for 30% off with code HURRY. First up, this sweater is on sale for $25! I got a size small. And holy smokes, these pants are
- [Light Up Trees for Fall from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/light-up-trees-for-fall-from-amazon/) - I'm always scouring the great big world of Amazon for new finds and cool things to share with you guys. Well I just found the cutest pair of faux maple trees for fall. And the coolest part is they light up! These are tabletop size, which makes them perfect for a coffee table, entryway, or
- [Cozy Corner for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-corner-for-fall/) - `It actually feels like fall today. It's only 55 degrees, cloudy, and it feels like it could rain any minute. I actually kinda love it. I have a candle going, the fireplace is on, and it feels cozy. I usually struggle with cold weather, but I'm going to embrace it this year. That's my goal!
- [Devotional: He Said "Let Me Teach You"](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-he-said-let-me-teach-you/) - One of my favorite verses in the entire Bible is a passage spoken by Jesus himself, where He promises rest for our soul. It's a verse I've read many times throughout my life and I bet you have too. But when I came across this verse on a random morning back in June, it really
- [Fall Touches in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-touches-in-the-living-room/) - You know what's amazing?! We've had weeks of straight sun and gorgeous weather here in Colorado. The entire month of September has been an absolute blessing. So beautiful, pure blue sky, perfect seventy degree temps (and even a few warmer days). It's been glorious. And such an unexpected gift because you never know what Colorado
- [Devotional: Ignore the Knock at the Door](https://sarahjoyblog.com/devotional-ignore-the-knock-at-the-door/) - A few weeks ago I was sitting quietly in my room, just praying and spending alone time with God. I truly crave that time now, because it settles my mind and soul like nothing else can. On this particular day, I was laying quietly in my bed, repeating His promises to myself and letting my
- [Cozy Fall Decor in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-decor-in-the-basement/) - Can you believe it's already September 19th?! Holy cannoli, this month is just zipping on by. My kids are already talking about Halloween costumes, which is bananas. But also fun. I'm trying to convince them that we should all dress up as characters from Mario. How fun would that be?! You know I'd be rocking
- [Vintage Wall Decor in the Dining Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/vintage-wall-decor-in-the-dining-room/) - Hello and happppppy Monday! So I did a little antiquing a few days ago, which I haven't done quite a while, and I wanted to share what I got with you lovely ladies. I actually found the coolest antique paddles and I knew that I had to find a spot for them. I ended up
- [Simple Photo Corner Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/magnolia-network-photo-corner/) - I'm so excited to partner with Magnolia Network to share about their new show Design Down Under! They asked me to create some kind of destination inspired decor so I came up with this cute and simple photo corner. I wanted to create an easy way to display travel photos and memorabilia without taking up
- [Fall Fashion Under $50](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-fashion-under-50/) - It feels like fall today--it's rainy, cool, and there's just that fall smell in the air. You know the one?! It's like the crispness of the air takes on a whole new smell in the fall. It's the smell of sweater weather! And perfect timing because I just got LOTS of new cozy things for
- [New Look in My Home Office](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-look-in-my-home-office/) - Hellllllo there and happy Wednesday to you. I'm sitting at our kitchen bar, eating my usual morning eggs and having yet another cup of coffee. I just started putting this superfood creamer in my coffee in the morning and it's holy smokes, it's absoutely delicious. It's super healthy, plus I feel like it give me more energy,
- [New Chairs in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-chairs-in-the-basement/) - After we painted the media cabinet in the basement black, I really wanted to add a touch leather into that space to warm it up a bit more. I just love the combo of black and soft brown, so when I saw these chairs I knew they'd be a great fit. Plus they swivel!! Aren't
- [Labor Day Sales Master List!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/labor-day-sales-master-list/) - Happy Labor Day Weekend!! So many retailers are having great sales this weekend, so I wanted to create a master list to help with any shopping you might be doing. Cheers to bargains!! LABOR DAY SALES: ABERCROMBIE & FITCH: 25% off select styles and an extra 15% off almost everything ADIDAS: Up to 50% off
- [Simple Fall Decor Idea for Console Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-fall-decor-idea-for-console-table/) - Well I got the itch to do a teensy tiny bit of fall decorating. Nothing major, just a few fall stems and softs browns, but oh I love it. And it makes me so excited for fall. Even though I love summer the most and it will always be my favorite season, it is fun
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-fashion/) - Happpppy Monday! Do you realize we're only a week and a half out from SEPTEMBER? Holy smokes. August is absolutely flying by. My kids are officially back in school and we're in the swing of things with our new routines. Anyway, let's start off this fresh new week with some insanely good Walmart Fashion finds,
- [Coffee Table Dupe!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/coffee-table-dupe/) - I love sharing dupes with you guys and I found a great one this week. Pottery Barn vs Walmart Home--one coffee table is $1399 and the other is $218 for an almost identical look! Here's how the Walmart one looks: This table is heavy and well-made. I'm honestly surprised at how heavy it is! Plus
- [How to Take Care of a Fiddle Leaf Tree](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-take-care-of-a-fiddle-leaf-tree/) - Ever wonder how to take care of a fiddle leaf tree?! Well you're in the right place because I have a few tips and tricks to share that I've learned over the last four years of taking care of my own fiddle tree. And spoiler alert--it's actually a lot easier than you might imagine. I've
- [Summer Favorites--What I Read, Wore + Loved](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-favorites-what-i-read-wore-loved/) - Let's chat about some summer favorites, shall we?! I have lots of things I've loved this summer, including things I wore, read, new habits I formed, and just random things I enjoyed. WHAT I READ THIS SUMMER I actually got in a bit of a reading kick this summer. I've read several good books over
- [Magic Light Bulb + Sconces in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/magic-light-bulb-sconces-in-the-living-room/) - We just put black sconces in the living room above the little nook windows and I installed them with the Magic Lightbulbs from Amazon! This spot has no electricity, so I knew we'd have to come up with something creative to make this work. I've always been curious about those rechargeable bulbs, so I ordered
- [Cozy Desk Space for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-desk-space-for-fall/) - I know we're still a little ways off from fall, but August means back to school around here, so it feels like quasi-fall. It kinda feels like a fall mindset, but still very much feels like summer. It's a weird space to be in. When I was a kid we always started school after Labor
- [Fall Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-decor-finds-2023/) - It's officially August, which means fall decor will be in full swing before we know it. You might even be tempted to bust out the Pumpkin Spice candles now and put up a fall wreath! If that's you, I've got a great collection of fall decor to get you started and inspired for the season
- [My Amazon Shop](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-amazon-shop/) - Did you know I have an Amazon shop?! Probably not, which is due to the fact that I've been a major slacker about sharing it. BUT I just updated it and I wanted to let you know in case you need some help scouring the thousands upon thousands of items on Amazon. I have Amazon
- [Desk and Arched Wall Decal](https://sarahjoyblog.com/desk-and-arched-wall-decal/) - Helllllo and happy Monday! This past weekend I was looking for something in the garage when I stumbled on a pair of these floating shelves from Target. I bought them well over a year ago and completely forgot about I even had them. You ever do that?! Ooopsie. Anyway, I dug them out and just
- [Built-In Cabinet Painted Black!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/built-in-cabinet-painted-black/) - After months of debating whether or not to paint our built-in cabinet in the basement, we finally decided to go for it. I almost did it a few months ago, but it felt like a big risk. I mean, painting cabinets is a tad bit more involved than painting a wall. There's sanding involved, spraying,
- [New Home Gym Space!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-home-gym-space/) - A few months ago we moved the kids bedrooms around (my son moved to the guest bedroom in our basement), so that opened up a room upstairs that could be used for my office. That left my old office in the basement empty and we just now got around to turning it into a little
- [Back Patio Set-Up](https://sarahjoyblog.com/back-patio-set-up/) - Happy Friday buddies!! Hope you've had a great week. It's been a busy one over here, but I just set up a cute little spot on our back patio and I wanted to share with you guys. It's the perfect spot for a cup of iced coffee while I watch the kids play! How cute
- [A Few Summer Faves Under $100](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-few-summer-faves-under-100/) - Hello and happppppy Thursday! I don't know about you, but I can't believe it's already July 20th. Gosh, the summer is going way too fast! School will be started back up before we know it and I'm going to be a puddle of tears because all three of my babies will be in school for
- [Soaking in Summer Break + Life Update](https://sarahjoyblog.com/soaking-in-summer-break-life-update/) - Helllllo and happy July!! We just got back from our annual trip to Florida late last night and I wanted to pop in quick to say hi before we take off on our next adventure tomorrow. We are headed to the mountains with family for the 4th of July. It's been a busy couple weeks,
- [Budget Friendly Patio Ideas + Walmart Home Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/budget-friendly-patio-ideas-walmart-home-decor/) - Today's post is all about budget friendly ways to make your patio feel glowy and magical for summer! I have a few simple things that don't cost much at all, but have a big impact on any patio. Plus they only take a few minutes to do. Everything here from Walmart and I also have
- [Five Random Things I've Been Loving](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-5-recent-favorites/) - How about a quick chat about five random things I've been loving?! These are all completely unrelated, but I love them all. First up are these old school Teva sandals. HOLY SMOKES, these are super comfy! They run a bit big though so, if you're in between sizes, size down. They come in several different colors.
- [Summer Outfits I'm Loving from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-outfits-im-loving-from-walmart/) - We're getting ready to head to the beach this weekend and I'm starting to get things packed up! As I'm getting organized, I realized there are quiet a few outfits I'm taking from Walmart, so I thought I'd do a quick round-up of a few of my favorite finds lately. I absolutely LOVE the peach
- [Best Selling Denim Shorts from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/best-selling-denim-shorts-from-walmart/) - If you're looking for cute, comfy, and affordable denim shorts for summer, I have five awesome options for you! I scoured Walmart for their best-selling and most popular shorts and I'm excited to share them with you today. Several of these are even under $15. Whoot whoot! These black shorts are SO comfortable and only
- [Simple Front Patio for Summer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-front-patio-for-summer/) - Helloooooo and happy Monday! I hope your week is off to a great start. We just got pounded with the worst hail storm ever last night, so we're in clean up mode over here today. It's actually really sad because all the fruit trees and flowers we just planted are shredded. Even this little patio
- [Podcast: Rediscovering Myself, Summer Plans, + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-rediscovering-myself-summer-plans-more/) - Today's episode is the season three finale! I hope you tune in as I share my heart and how I've been feeling lately. I'm opening up about our summer plans, my goal of rediscovering myself, taking time off work, and more. Shop my favorite candles ever with an exclusive code for The Good Day Podcast
- [Cozy Summer Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-summer-living-room/) - You guys, I honestly can't believe it's June! How the heck did that happen so fast?! The summer is officially in full swing over here (in spite of the insane amount of rain and gloomy weather we've had lately) and I'm sooooo happy about it. I just love this time of year so much and
- [Sarah Joy x Victoria Emerson Collection is LIVE!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/sarah-joy-x-victoria-emerson-collection-is-live/) - Today is the day--my collection with Victoria Emerson is officially live!!! We've been working on this since January and it's so exciting to finally share it with you. We have 12 amazing pieces including the sweetest heart rings, bracelets, necklaces, and dainty earrings. I even got to name each piece, which was so cool because I
- [Huge Outdoor Furniture Shopping Guide](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-outdoor-furniture-shopping-guide/) - Now that the weather is finally starting to get warmer, it's time to decorate outdoor spaces. Whoot whoot! I can't wait to enjoy long summer nights on the back patio. I know many of you are starting to decorate and freshen up your outdoor spaces, so I've rounded up a ton of outdoor furniture from Walmart,
- [Target Finds under $45](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-finds-under-45/) - Hellllooooo and happy Friday from rainy Colorado. You guys, it's been pouring rain for two days now and I'm going a little crazy at this point. We even had quarter size hail at our house! It' s been bananas. I haven't seen this much rain in YEARS. It's been non-stop, but I hear it's supposed
- [Best Selling Dresses from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/best-selling-dresses-from-amazon/) - Today is a fun post because I'm sharing some of the best selling dresses from Amazon! These are all highly reviewed and selling like hot cakes right now according to Amazon analytics. I picked out five of my favorites to share with you lovely ladies and I hope this is helpful if you're looking for
- [Podcast: Random Thoughts, Genetic Coaching, Landscaping Goals, Etc](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-random-thoughts-genetic-coaching-landscaping-goals-etc/) - Today's episode is a fun little life update. I'm talking about landscaping projects, plans for the summer, and update on my dad's health, genetic coaching and more. I hope you tune in! xo Mentioned in this Episode ⁠Dr. Tyler Panzner⁠ ⁠Self-Decode Genetic Testing⁠
- [Podcast: Life Changing Tips for Anxiety](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-life-changing-tips-for-anxiety/) - Today I'm opening up a little more about my experience with anxiety and panic attacks, and sharing a few tips that have been transformative for me. If you're walking through a tough season of anxiety, I hope this episode helps! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts .You can also listen right
- [DIY Painted Sun Above Bed](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-painted-sun-above-bed/) - This week I took a risk on a project I've been thinking about for a while--I painted a sun over my daughter's bed! I knew it was going to either be really cool, or really bad, but it actually turned out so much better than I thought it would. She loves it, I love it,
- [Podcast: 5 Simple Ways to Make Your Day Better](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-5-simple-ways-to-make-your-day-better/) - Today we're chatting about five simple ways to make your day better. These are all easy things you can incorporate into your daily life that are proven to improve your mood, increase energy, and just get more joy out of each day. Hope you tune in! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available
- [10 Best Sellers from Walmart Fashion](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-best-sellers-from-walmart-fashion/) - Helllllloooooo and happy Monday!! Over on Instagram this weekend I shared 10 of the current best sellers from Walmart Fashion and I wanted to share them here too because they're all SO GOOD and perfect for spring. Most of these items are under $20 and they all have a great reviews. These wide-leg linen pants
- [Easy Idea for An Empty Corner](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-idea-for-an-empty-corner/) - Today I'm sharing a super quick and easy decor idea for an empty corner. If you have any corners that are lacking a little pizazz in your home, this is just a simple way to spruce it up with a few decor items. I had this little spot in our basement that's been empty since
- [Walmart Glow-Up Beauty Sale](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-glow-up-beauty-sale/) - Walmart has a great sale happening right now called the Glow-Up Beauty Event through April 21st! Lots of beauty, hair and makeup items are marked way down online and in-store, including top brands. Lots of brands like Elemis, Mario Badescu, Laneige, and Olaplex are included and up to 25% off. I wanted to share a
- [Podcast: Remember Who You Are](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-remember-who-you-are/) - Today’s episode is short + sweet. I’m sharing a quick pep talk to simply remind you of who you are. I hope this episode encourages you to re-focus your attention on what God says about you + not what the world says. Stop looking into the world’s mirror to tell you who are are +
- [The Best (Affordable) Curtains](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-affordable-curtains/) - About six weeks ago I made the fatal mistake of washing my curtains. I was in cleaning mode one day and noticed that my curtains in the breakfast nook and living room were looking a little dingy. So I took them down and tossed them in the wash. Turns out that was a terrible idea
- [Simple Spring Entryway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-spring-entryway/) - Happy Good Friday!! I can't believe Easter is this weekend. We're actually hosting our annual egg hunt tomorrow and I'm sooooo excited because the weather is supposed to be warm and sunny. That rarely happens on Easter around here, so we are going to enjoy every minute of it. I have over 200 eggs fill
- [Huge Outdoor Furniture + Decor Round-Up!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-outdoor-furniture-decor-round-up/) - Anybody else ready to get the patio cleaned up and ready for spring?! Or the front porch? Now that it's April I'm READY to roll. Even though we probably have plenty of snow still coming our way here in Colorado, I'm so excited to get going with outdoor decorating. I know many of probably feel
- [Podcast: Stop Trying to be Perfect](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-stop-trying-to-be-perfect/) - In today's episode I want to encourage you to stop trying to be perfect. Stop trying to keep up with everyone you see on social media. Stop nit-picking every little thing about who you are and remember that YOUR journey is unique to you. I’m sharing my experience battling perfectionism, lessons I’ve learned over the
- [Target Spring Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-spring-decor/) - Target decor and furniture is SO GOOD right now! They have so many new arrivals for spring and some old favorites that are back in stock. I just rounded up a bunch of things in case you're in the mood for some new spring decor:
- [March Top 10 Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/march-top-10-favorites/) - It's always fun to look back over the month and see what the most popular items were according to all of you. I just dug up my analytics and have the top ten items from March! Floral Trench Coat - This trench coat from Walmart was a happy surprise. I wasn't sure if I'd love
- [New Shop My Home Page!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-shop-my-home-page/) - Helllllo and happy April!! I'm actually sitting on my couch right now watching it snow, but I hope wherever you are it's nice and spring-like weather. I shouldn't complain too much because after today we have a really nice little stretch of warm weather coming our way, which is helping me not be too upset
- [Season 3 of the Podcast!!! Life Update, Thoughts on Contentment + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/season-3-of-the-podcast-life-update-thoughts-on-contentment-more/) - Welcome to season THREE of The Good Day Podcast!! I'm so excited to get to chat with you again and share my heart as I navigate life, motherhood, faith and more. In today's episode I'm sharing a little life update and thoughts on contentment vs chasing "the next big thing". I hope you tune in!
- [Recent Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-outfits-from-walmart/) - It's been a while since I shared outfits from Walmart, so I wanted to chat about a few of my recent finds. These are all great for spring, Easter, and even the upcoming summer months. Whoot Whoot! This tiered midi dress (wearing small) might be one of my favorite Walmart finds ever. This dress is
- [My Favorite Boho Style Planters](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-boho-style-planters/) - It's no secret I love house plants. I've lost count of how many I have at this point, but it's A LOT. And as the years go on, I keep getting better and better at actually keeping them alive, which is a big win compared to my days of killing any plant/flower I would buy.
- [Little Man's Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/little-mans-bedroom/) - My little man just took over the guest bedroom, which means we had to make it feel cozy and special for him. We took the floral wallpaper down, added a planked cedar wall, bookshelves and lots of leather accents to make it feel like a little man cave. He LOVES it and I can't wait
- [Kitchen Favorites from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/kitchen-favorites-from-walmart/) - Did you notice the blog got a new, spruced up look?! I've been working with a company since December to make this little makeover happen and I'm so so happy with how it turned out. Everything is a bit more user friendly, easier to navigate, it just feels more like me. I hope you love
- [Wallpaper + Girls Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wallpaper-girls-bedroom/) - Our kiddos have all swapped rooms in the last two weeks, which has given me a good excuse to spruce up each space and make it feel unique for each of them. My son moved to our guest bedroom, so I’m working on a wood accent wall in there, but I just finished up floral
- [Spring Living Room Layout](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-living-room-layout/) - It's MARCH you guys!! Can you believe how close we're getting to spring? It's coming and I'm SO excited. I need some warmer weather in my life. Plus the time changes next week, which is going to be awesome. Longer days make me happy! You know what else makes me happy?! Switching up spaces in
- [New Master Bedroom Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/29524-2/) - Hello and happy Wednesday to you!! Can you believe we're already into the last week of February?! This month has gone so fast. It's going to be March before we know it--I can't wait for spring! The days are already starting to get a little longer and we've even had some fifty degree days sprinkled
- [Microneedling + Recent Everyday Makeup Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/microneedling-recent-everyday-makeup-favorites/) - It's been almost two weeks exactly since I had my first ever PRP microneedling session. I always love hearing about skincare and what other people are doing for their skin, so I wanted to share a quick update in case any of you are interested!So the crazy thing with PRP microneedling is they actually draw
- [Serena + Lily Inspired Finds from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/serena-lily-inspired-finds-from-walmart/) - Good morning and happppppy Monday! Long time, no posts huh?! Well the truth is I've been in a major creative funk lately. I just haven't had my usual spark or creative juices flowing, so it's been a bit of a struggle to be completely real with you. But I'm finally feeling like I'm coming out
- [Wood Floor Options for the New House](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wood-floor-options-for-the-new-house/) - Anyone want to chat about some wood floor options for the new house?! I hope so, because that's basically all I can think about lately so I figured why not bring the conversation here! I've narrowed it down to a few choices, but I thought it would be fun to just get your input. It's
- [Living Room Transformation: 2016-2020](https://sarahjoyblog.com/living-room-transformation-2016-2020/) - Last night my husband and I were siting in our living room and we got to talking about how much that room has changed over the last few years. Not only has my style evolved, but the room itself has seen some pretty fun changes. And the cool part is that I've documented it all
- [The Wood Floors Are Done!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-wood-floors-are-done/) - I can't believe how much work has been done at the new house in just a week's time!! Literally, in a matter of days this place feels like a totally different place. The wood floors were installed this week and they look SO.GOOD. They're about 85% done at this point, so I wanted to share
- [Girls Bedroom- Colorful + Cozy!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/colorful-cozy-girls-room/) - One of my goals as we've been unpacking the house over the last week has been to get all of the kids' bedrooms organized and put together. I really wanted the kids to feel like they had a little space of their own that was finished and cozy! We made that a priority the first
- [Breakfast Nook + Kitchen Updates!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/breakfast-nook-kitchen-updates/) - Guess what's happening today in Colorado?? SNOW. Yes, you read that right. White fluffy snow and frigid temperatures are in the forecast today and I'm less than thrilled about it. This is WAY earlier that usual and it's especially hard to adjust to when it's been over 90 degrees for the last several days. How
- [New Dining Room Space!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-dining-room-space/) - I have start off this post by saying a huge THANK YOU to all of you that left kind and encouraging comments on my last post. I seriously love this community so much and I'm so grateful to have your kindness and encouragement on a daily basis. I have read every comment and it was
- [Review of My Bamboo Blinds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-my-bamboo-blinds/) - One of the things I've had a TON of questions about on Instagram lately is my bamboo blinds! We've been busy little bees installing these all over our new house throughout the last few weeks and we're just about done now. We still have a couple windows left to do, but I wanted to share
- [Wallpaper + Shiplap in the Dining Room!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wallpaper-in-the-dining-room/) - You guys!!! My dream of wallpaper in the dining room has come true. My mom and I literally just finished this project today and I couldn't wait one more second to share it with you. It turned out SO good and I'm completely smitten it. Plus the shiplap is done, which I haven't shared here
- [The Basement is Finished!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-basement-is-finished/) - You guys, it's done!! After two and a half months, the basement is officially finished. They wrapped up the last few things this week and it's finally ours to enjoy. I honestly can't believe it's done! When we bought the house this was a huge decision for us. My husband and I went back and
- [The Beams are Done!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-beams-are-done/) - Happy Saturday!! I hope your weekend is off to a relaxing start. I'm popping in quick today to share our BEAMS!! They're finally done and I couldn't be more excited. I've waited months for these and I definitely think it was worth the wait. They've added so much character and charm to our home! I
- [Our Chicken Coop is Here!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-chicken-coop-is-here/) - You guys!! My chicken coop dreams have finally come true. Our coop was delivered a few days ago and it honestly felt like Christmas morning--I was SO excited. And when I saw it for the first time I could't help but squeal like a little kid. It's even better than what I envisioned and I'm
- [Before + After Tour of Our Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/before-after-tour-of-our-home/) - I've said it before and I'll say it again: I love January. Despite all the snow and freezing temperatures, it's one of my favorite months of the entire year. I just love the feeling of a fresh start and new beginning. Plus I kinda geek out over goal setting, so this time of year energizes
- [Guest Bedroom with New Wallpaper!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/guest-bedroom-with-new-wallpaper/) - I have a confession: wallpaper is my new favorite thing. We put some up in our dining room a few months ago and since then I've been itching to do more. And nowadays they make peel and stick wallpaper, which is basically the easiest thing ever. It goes up quickly, comes off easily, and there's
- [Friday Five: Wallpaper Transformation, Amazon Home Decor + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-wallpaper-transformation-amazon-home-decor-more/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Friday to you! I'm sorry it's been a little quiet here on the blog the past few days. We actually took a last minute road trip with the kids for Spring Break, so I've been laying low this week. But we are back home now and I'm feeling refreshed and
- [New Oven + My Strategy for Buying Appliances!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-oven-my-strategy-for-buying-appliances/) - Helllllllo there and happy Tuesday to you! I hope your week is off to a fabulous start. It's been super busy over here with lots of little projects going on, but last week I got the unexpected opportunity to purchase the oven of my dreams. Yes, I said OVEN. I know that's not really a
- [Built-In Seats in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/built-in-seats-in-the-living-room/) - It's been an exciting day over here because we finally did the built-in cabinets in our living room!! This has been on my wish list since we moved in last summer and I can't believe it's finally done. My husband just finished this project earlier today and I couldn't wait to take a few photos
- [Cozy Home Office Tour](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-home-office-tour/) - It's Monday morning and I'm trying to convince myself to workout. I've had two cups of coffee and my motivation is still lacking. But I know if I don't do it now, I won't do it at all. Anyone else that way? If I don't make myself work out first thing in the morning, the
- [DIY Board + Batten Wall in Pink!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-board-batten-wall-in-pink/) - Well we got another project in the books--we did a DIY board + batten wall in my daughter's room. And we painted it PINK. I am so happy with this little project and I wanted to share a quick post to show you guys how it turned out. Also I'm sharing the step by step
- [New Rug In Bedroom + Discount Code](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-rug-in-bedroom-discount-code/) - I'm fizzling out on energy today because I stayed up way too late watching Gilmore Girls last night. AGAIN. Ughhh that show is so dang good! This is my first time ever watching it and I'm hooked. I'm about half-way through season five right now and it just keeps getting better, which is why I
- [New Floors in the Basement!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-floors-in-the-basement/) - The wood floors in the basement are done!!! This project has been in the works for a while now and I’m so pumped we were able to make this change. Carpet was just not the best choice for our family--with the kids and dog we were always stressing over stains and dirty feet and spills.
- [Cozy Family Room in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-family-room-in-the-basement/) - I'm currently sitting on the couch, with a lovely cup of coffee, and listening to the wind blow approximately 82 mph. That's possibly a slight exaggeration, but holy smokes the wind today is insane. All of our patio furniture has turned upside down and I feel like the entire house is shaking. It's good times
- [Wall Sconces in the Guest Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wall-sconces-in-the-guest-room/) - The other day I was browsing the Target website and I found these super pretty wall sconces from the Studio McGee collection. I've been wanting to add a pair to our guest bedroom, so I ordered them and we just got them hung up. I thought these would work perfectly with the black and white
- [How to Choose the Right Size Area Rug for Your Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-choose-the-right-size-area-rug-for-your-living-room/) - Hellllllo sweet friends!! Today I wanted to share three quick and easy tips to choose the right size area rug for your living room. I just shared a little video of this over on my Instagram account, but I always love to share my tips here as well in case you're not on social media. 3
- [Living Room Then vs Now](https://sarahjoyblog.com/living-room-then-vs-now/) - We're coming up on the two year anniversary of living in this home, which is crazy because in so many ways it feels like we just got here. But on the other hand, it feels like we've been here much longer than two years, which I know doesn't make sense at all. Either way, the
- [Before + After: Painted Kitchen Island!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/before-after-painted-kitchen-island/) - Happy Monday!!! I hope you had a relaxing weekend. It's been toasty warm around here lately, which feels AMAZING. It finally feels like summer and I am loving every second of it. Especially the evening--I was out on the back patio last night and the sun was still up at 8:45. Birds were singing away
- [Arched Wall Decal + Workspace](https://sarahjoyblog.com/arched-wall-decal-workspace/) - Last week I stumbled on the coolest arched wall decal on Amazon and immediately ordered it to test it out. I honestly had very low expectations because it was less only $41, but I thought what the heck--I'll give it a go. And you guys, it turned out to be awesome. LOOK how cute!! This
- [Black Paint in the Drop Zone](https://sarahjoyblog.com/black-paint-in-the-drop-zone/) - Do you ever walk by a room or space in your home and something just feels off? It didn't feel off before, but all of a sudden it feels off. You know what I mean?! Well that happened to me this weekend when I walked by our little drop zone area. For some reason, the
- [Another Black Paint Transformation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/another-black-paint-transformation/) - Ok someone needs to come over here and take this black paint away from me. I'm out of control at this point. It started with painting the little drop zone area black, then yesterday one thing led to another and I ended up painting the shiplap in the dining room/sitting room area! And holy smokes,
- [The New Railing on the Stairs is Done!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-new-railing-on-the-stairs-is-done/) - You guys, it's finally DONE. We finally finished the staircase/new railing!! And it looks SO dang good. I can't get over how different this space looks now--it's 100% more open and bright without that huge wall in the way. The before and after photos are crazzzzzzzy. I can't wait to show you!! Here's how it
- [My 2022 Favorite Products](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-2022-favorite-products/) - Let's chat about my favorite products of 2022 today! I've been meaning to share this post for weeks now and it just never happened. But better late than never right?! Right. I've rounded up some of my favorites from the past year and I'm excited too hare these with you. These are products that I
- [Laundry Room Faves from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/laundry-room-faves-from-amazon/) - It's not often that my laundry room / mudroom is clean or organized. In fact, 95% of the time it looks like a war zone with clothes, shoes, and random junk thrown everywhere. But this past weekend I finally cleaned it up, so of course I had to document it. I also wanted to share
- [Serena + Lily Bench Dupe!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/serena-lily-bench-dupe/) - Hellllooooooo and happy Friday the 13th to you! Is today a good-luck-kinda-day or a bad-luck-kinda-day to you? Or are you indifferent?! My son was actually born on Friday the 13th, so since then I've always thought of it as a good luck day! I love Friday the 13th. Anyway, let's get to today's post because
- [My Current Wellness Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-current-wellness-favorites/) - Well hello there and happy Wednesday to you. It's 6am and I'm sitting on the couch with Murphy, drinking coffee, and watching the fire. Not a bad start to the day, huh? I actually got up at five this morning and did a 30 minute power walk on my Peloton Tread. Then I did a
- [Cute Valentine's Day Tops from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cute-valentines-day-tops-from-amazon/) - I'm pretty sure this is only the second Valentine's Day inspired post I've ever shared since starting my blog in 2015. (If you were around to remember this homemade Valentine's Day tractor box, I love you!) Anyway, I was browsing Amazon the other day and found several cute tops for Valentine's Day, so I wanted to
- [My Goals for 2023](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-goals-for-2023/) - Believe it or not, January is actually one of my favorite months. I say this every year, but I love the feeling of a fresh start. A new beginning, full of possibilities and new hope. The craziness of the holidays is past us, and now it's time to clear away the clutter, get ourselves back
- [New Home Arrivals from Target + Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-home-arrivals-from-target-walmart/) - Now that the holidays are over, I'm craving a major home refresh. I basically want to rearrange all the furniture and liven things up with a few new decor pieces. I'm sure many of you are feeling the same way, so I have a couple great roundups to share from Walmart and Target today. These
- [Meaningful Last Minute Gift Idea](https://sarahjoyblog.com/meaningful-gifts-from-walmart/) - One thing you might not know about me is that I love PHOTO GIFTS. Any and all kind of photo gifts make me happy. In fact, our entire Christmas tree is covered in photo ornaments. My ideal Christmas gift is anything with a picture of my kids on it. I know many of you might
- [Cozy Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-outfits-from-walmart/) - Only FIFTEEN days til Christmas! Crazy, right?! Thankfully I'm almost done with my holiday shopping, which is a miracle because I usually wait til the last minute. But the problem with getting gifts so early is that is I just want to give them all to everyone now and not wait for Christmas. Anyone else
- [Life Lessons in 2022 (part two) + Goals for the New Year](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-lessons-in-2022-part-two-goals-for-the-new-year/) - It's the final episode of season two!! Today I'm finishing up my chat on the life lesson's I learned in 2022 (I saved the best for last!) and also diving into my goals for the new year ahead. I hope you enjoy! Also thank you so much for hanging with me on the podcast this
- [My Husband's Favorite Things](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-husbands-favorite-things/) - If you're looking for some gift ideas for the men in your life, here are a few of my husband's favorite things. He owns all of these and uses them pretty much every day! Tommy Johns Sleepwear- These are my husband's favorite pajamas. The shirt and the pants both come in different colors and patterns! Use
- [Target Haul--So Many Cute Outfits!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-haul-so-many-cute-outfits/) - I wandered into Target last night for coffee creamer and came out with several new outfits. Funny how that happens sometimes, huh?! Target tells you what you need. But really, I found the cutest stuff and I can't wait to share it with you. This is possibly my favorite Target haul ever. I love it
- [This Weekend's Sales](https://sarahjoyblog.com/this-weekends-sales/) - Believe it or not, there are only 22 days til Christmas. It's go time! I'm actually doing really good this year on my shopping and almost done with my list, which is CRAZY. I'm normally scrambling around last minute, but not this year! Anyway, there are lots of sales happening this weekend so I waned
- [Christmas Kitchen](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-kitchen/) - My cozy little kitchen is ready for Christmas! I finished decorating a few days ago and I love how it came together. I hung little wreaths on my barstools, added an old sign above the oven, and added a few little pops of Christmas on the countertop! I got this adorable Santa utensil holder at
- [Podcast: Lessons Learned in 2022, Part 1](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-lessons-learned-in-2022-part-1/) - In today's episode I'm chatting through my biggest lessons learned in 2022--everything from work/life balance, to embracing who I am, and figuring out my purpose. Grab a cup of coffee, get cozy, and let's chat about life! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here too: MENTIONED
- [Christmas Dining Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-dining-room/) - I finished up a lot of my Christmas decorating over the long weekend and I feel like the house officially done!! Whoot whoot. Time to kick back, relax, and enjoy all the twinkling lights. Here's a little look at the Christmas dining room! The flocked tree in that corner is from Amazon! I'm really into
- [Black Friday Sales Master List](https://sarahjoyblog.com/black-friday-sales-master-list/) - Happy Thanksgiving!! I hope you are enjoying the best day with your loved ones. We just got home from my mom's house, where we ate the yummiest food and played board games all afternoon. It was glorious. Anyway, I wanted to share a quick master list for all the amazing sales happening this weekend--hopefully this
- [Podcast: Q+A, My Testimony, Blogging + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-qa-my-testimony-blogging-more/) - Happy Thanksgiving eve!! Today on the podcast I'm having a laid back Q+A chat. I'm answering questions about life, blogging, my testimony and more. Tune in for a fun episode! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here too:
- [Podcast: What is Your Identity?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-what-is-your-identity/) - This episode was a struggle to record because I have SO much I want to say about what Jesus has been teaching me lately. I just read the book Living Fearless by Jamie Winship and it was life changing. I also did a 60 minute identity coaching call, which I can't wait to share about.
- [Colleen Rothschild Black Friday Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/colleen-rothschild-black-friday-sale/) - The Colleen Rothschild Black Friday sale just started and the entire site is 30% off with code BF22! I'v been using CR skincare for almost a year now and I love it, so I wanted to share a few of my favorite products in case you're looking to change up your routine. Now is the
- [New Finds from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-finds-from-walmart/) - Happpppy Sunday!! I have so many cute new finds from Walmart to share today--including two puffer jackets and the softest cardigan I've ever found from Walmart. First up is this adorable puffer jacket. It's on sale right now for $18--I'm wearing size large. And it comes in a few colors. I styled it here with
- [Holiday Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/holiday-outfits-from-walmart/) - I have lots of fun holiday outfit ideas from Walmart to share today! These are all great if you have a holiday party or work event coming up soon. First up is this matching pants and blazer set! I'm wearing a small in the blazer. The pants run a bit small, so size up. Next
- [Hot Cocoa Bar with Ornament Jars](https://sarahjoyblog.com/hot-cocoa-bar-with-ornament-jars/) - You guys!!! I just set up the cutest little hot cocoa bar in our kitchen with ornament shaped jars from the Target Dollar spot and I just have to share how dang cute this turned out. I filled them up with mini marshmallows, peppermint sticks, and hot chocolate mix. If you can find these at
- [Simple Christmas Entryway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-christmas-entryway-2/) - It's hard to believe, but Christmas is 40 days away. FORTY!! That's kinda hard to wrap my mind around right now. But either way, Christmas is coming and coming SOON. These next could weeks are going to fly by. Craziness! Anyway, I'm doing a bit more holiday decorating around the house (still haven't put up
- [Early Black Friday Deals at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/early-black-friday-deals-at-walmart/) - Walmart just launched their early Black Friday Deals for Days event today and they're good! I know many of you like to get holiday shopping done early, so I rounded up some of the best deals and discounts. They have tons of markdowns on everything from toys, electronics, home, and more. Roku TV Printer Lenovo
- [Five Books That Changed My Life](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-books-that-changed-my-life/) - Every now and then you stumble on a book that changes you. It impacts the way you think, what you believe, how you perceive the world or even how you see yourself. Books are powerful and in today's episode of the podcast I'm sharing five that truly changed my life. These books found me at
- [Christmas Shelf Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-shelf-decor/) - I'm slowly but surely starting to decorate for the holidays! I'm not putting the tree up quite yet, but I am adding little pops of Christmas around the house. I started this weekend with my wooden picture shelves in the breakfast nook, so I wanted to share how it came together! These wooden shelves are
- [Toys Sale at Walmart!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/toys-sale-at-walmart/) - Just a quick heads up for you lovely folks--Walmart has a ton of toys on sale right now, including LEGOS, Barbie, Nerf, and more. If you're getting a jump on holiday shopping for the little people in your life, now is a great time to grab a few things! This giant Star Wars Lego set is
- [Tons of Holiday Decor Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tons-of-holiday-decor-finds/) - Have you put your Christmas tree up yet?! You're probably either rolling your eyes, saying it's way too early for that craziness, or your emphatically nodding your head because it's time!! Either way, I think we can all agree that holiday decor is everywhere and the Christmas season is very much underway. So in case
- [Finishing the Year Strong](https://sarahjoyblog.com/finishing-the-year-strong/) - Believe it or not, there are only 60 days left in 2022, so let's take a minute to reflect on how the year has gone and set some intentions for the final stretch. I hope today's episode inspires you to finish the year strong and make every day count! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah
- [Dining Room is Back!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/dining-room-is-back/) - I can't believe today is November 1st! The holidays are literally around the corner, so you know what that means--the dining room is BACK. I brought up my beloved table and arched cabinet from storage to get this space holiday ready. I know you're probably tired of seeing this dang room change so much, but
- [Are You Living Life in Auto-Pilot?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/are-you-living-life-in-auto-pilot/) - Are you living life in auto-pilot? I've found myself stuck in the same habits and routines lately, so in today's episode of the podcast I'm sharing a few simple questions to ask yourself if you're stuck in a rut. Here's to making the most of the last two months of 2022! The Good Day Podcast
- [Wall Rack for Throw Blankets](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wall-rack-for-throw-blankets/) - Hello there fabulous people and happpppppy Friday!! I wanted to share a super quick idea with you today. And hopefully this helps if you're like me, and have way too many throw blankets laying around your living room. I got a simple coat rack from Target, found an empty wall space, and BOOM. Easy blanket
- [Micro-Habits for More Joy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/micro-habits-for-more-joy/) - In today's episode, Sarah is chatting through a few of her favorite (and easiest!) micro-habits that help boost her mood and make for a more positive mindset. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here too:
- [Podcast: Ways to Mentally De-Clutter](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-ways-to-mentally-de-clutter/) - Anyone else feeling like all of life's distractions are getting to be too much lately?! We're constantly bombarded with social media, text messages, alerts on our phone, and the unending pursuit of perfection. But it doesn't have to be that way! In today's episode, Sarah is sharing a few simple ways to mentally de-clutter so
- [10 Fall Outfit Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-fall-outfit-ideas/) - We're halfway through October and all the stores already have Christmas decor out. Have you noticed this?! I was in Home Depot the other day and they had a full-blown winter wonderland set up with faux Christmas trees, wreaths, garland, etc. It was a little shocking to be honest. I mean, I love Christmas just
- [Pantry Restock + Grocery Discount](https://sarahjoyblog.com/grocery-discount/) - I just did a pick-up order today for a re-stock of our main paper products, so I wanted to share a quick heads up that Walmart is still doing that promo for $10 off your first three pickup or delivery orders with code TRIPL10. This is a super easy way to save on groceries, plus
- [New Cozy Swivel Chairs!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-cozy-swivel-chairs/) - Every now and then I stumble on a really great piece of furniture that I can't wait to share with you guys. And today is one of those days! I just found the most amazing swivel chairs from Walmart and I cannot get over how awesome they are--plus they're under $300 each! I mean,
- [Reading Corner in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/reading-corner-in-the-living-room/) - Wanna know a random fact about me? My favorite day of the week to decorate is Sunday--it just feels lie the coziest day of the week to me. Especially this time of year, as the temps are cooling off, football is on the TV, and I've usually got something cooking in the crock pot. I
- [Five Amazon Fall Cardigans](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-amazon-fall-cardigans/) - It's officially OCTOBER and that means it's sweater weather season!!! Have you seen that SNL skit with the two woman drinking coffee and repeating "sweater weather" over and over again? It's pretty funny. Anyway, if you're ready for all things cozy, I have five affordable cardigans from Amazon!! These are all under $40 and perfect
- [Podcast: How My Faith Helps Me Fight Anxiety](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-how-my-faith-helps-me-fight-anxiety/) - Today I'm opening up about how my faith has helped me fight anxiety. I'm sharing a few simple anxiety "hacks" that have been useful over the years as I've learned how to harness God's power to fight back against fear, worry, and anxiety. I hope this episode is helpful! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah
- [Fall Coffee Bar](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-coffee-bar/) - I was browsing the Target dollar spot the other day and found some of the cutest things for a little fall coffee bar! Most of what I found was under $5, so grabbed a few things and wanted to share how I put it all together. The apple cider sign, dish towel, mini pumpkin sugar
- [Podcast: Random Things I'm Loving Lately](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-random-things-im-loving-lately/) - Grab a snack because we're having a fun chat about some random things I've been loving lately! I have a few great supplements to share, lifestyle changes, good books, and more! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here too: Mentioned in today's episode: L-Theanine Beef Liver
- [Affordable Fall Outfits](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-fall-outfits/) - I'm sitting in bed with Aves while she naps and soaking in the silence with her laying next to me. She doesn't nap much anymore, so I'm really enjoying this nice little afternoon rest today. I have so many fond memories of working away on blog posts while all three of my babies have napped
- [Easy DIY Terracotta Pumpkins](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-diy-terracotta-pumpkins/) - Anyone else notice that terracotta pumpkins are super popular right now?! They seem to be everywhere--Pottery Barn has some super cute options. But they're pricey! So the other day I set out to make my own and they turned out pretty darn cute. If you've ever wanted to make your own DIY terracotta pumpkins, this
- [Podcast: Life Chat + Being Fully Present](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-chat-being-fully-present/) - There's a new episode of the podcast out today! I'm sharing about everything that's happened in the last couple weeks, losing Jams, and how life has been lately. I'm also sharing how I've been trying to be more present lately. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen
- [Four Recent Amazon Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/four-recent-amazon-finds/) - You guys know one off my favorite hobbies is to browse Amazon for all the things. Just kidding, it's not really a hobby--it's more like a competitive sport at this point-ha! But really, I love a good Amazon find and I know you guys do too. I have four to share with you today!! First
- [Fall Porch 2022](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-porch-2022/) - My fall porch is done!! I don't have the biggest space to work with, but my strategy is to just load it up with an excessive amount of mums and pumpkins. When you feel like you have enough, add two more and you'll be set. I love all the pops of orange and yellow! Hope this gives
- [Podcast: My Morning Routine + Why I Love it](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-my-morning-routine-why-i-love-it/) - Let's chat about ROUTINES! In today's episode of the podcast, I'm breaking down my morning routine step by step, and sharing all about my favorite way to start each day. I'm also sharing why I'm so passionate about our simple, ordinary moments in life and how those can often times be the most impactful. Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and
- [Fall Decor in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-decor-in-the-basement/) - Last weekend I got several of my fall bins out of storage, turned on some music, poured myself a big cup of coffee and decorated the basement living room for fall. I re-styled the built-in shelves and added lots of fall colors to the room! I really like how it all came together, so I
- [Everyday Essentials from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/everyday-essentials-from-walmart/) - Prices for everything are absolutely insane right now. I got groceries this week and it was up about $100 up from what it was around this time last year, which doesn't feel good on the ol' pocket book. I know we're all feeling it in one way or another, so one of the ways I've
- [Podcast: Behind the Scenes Life of An Influencer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-behind-the-scenes-life-of-an-influencer/) - Today's episode of the podcast is all about what it's like to be a full time influencer. I'm pulling back the curtain on the behind the scenes life of an influencer, my experience in the blogging industry over the last seven years, and how I've turned this into a thriving business. If you've ever wondered
- [Pumpkin Wreath Dupe from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/pumpkin-wreath-dupe-from-amazon/) - There's nothing better than a good dupe and I have a fun one for you today! I was browsing on the inter-webs the other day when I came across this gorgeous pumpkin wreath from Williams Sonoma. It had a rather hefty price tag at $140, so I went over to Amazon and scoured all the
- [The Best Labor Day Sales!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-labor-day-sales/) - Happy (almost) Labor Day weekend! There are a zillion sales happening this weekend, so I thought it might be helpful to round up my favorites and all the codes you need to score a bargain. Happy shopping! THE BEST LABOR DAY SALES! ABERCROMBIE & FITCH: end of summer sale, up to 50% off sale ADIDAS:
- [Season 2 of The Good Day Podcast!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/season-2-of-the-good-day-podcast/) - The Good Day Podcast is BAAAAACKKK!!! Season two kicks off today and I am so excited to chat with you again. Today's episode is a little update on life lately, plans for a potential move, and much more. Listen on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts! You can also listen here:
- [Pumpkin Pillows + Fall Decor!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/pumpkin-pillows-fall-decor/) - We're only days away from September and that means fall mode is fully activated. I'm slowly but surely digging out fall decor and sprinkling little bits of pumpkin cheer all over the house. And the other day I actually found the cutest pumpkin shaped pillows, so I styled them in the basement and had to
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-fashion-finds-3/) - I dropped into Walmart the other day and spent a solid hour going through all their new clothes. They had a ton of cute stuff out, so I filled up a cart to do a little try-on for you guys. I found some really great things for fall and it's all available online! And I
- [New Living Room Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-living-room-decor/) - One of my favorite rooms in our home is our living room. It's open, full of natural light, and cozy. It's definitely where we spend the most time as a family, and it's also one of my favorite spaces to decorate. I switch it up all the time with new pillows, decor, and throw blankets.
- [Black + Rattan Cabinet Dupe](https://sarahjoyblog.com/styling-a-black-rattan-cabinet/) - I was in Target the other day (shocker, I know) and I found the cutest little two door black and rattan cabinet. I actually recognized the design from this very similar and much pricier cabinet that West Elm carries. It was such a great dupe I couldn't leave it behind! Plus I found the perfect
- [Five Kitchen Decor Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-kitchen-decor-finds-from-amazon/) - Happy Friday you lovely people! I hope you had a great week. It was mostly a lot of catching up around here and trying to get back in the swing of things after our trip. Plus we're on the tail end of our summer break now, so we're doing the best we can to soak
- [Rattan Pendant in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/rattan-pendant-in-the-living-room/) - We are home from our vacation to Rosemary Beach and it feels soooo good to be back. We ended up having to stay an extra night because our flight was cancelled and there were no other flights out, so the trip ended up being a bit longer than we planned. But it all worked out
- [Wanda June Home at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wanda-june-home-at-walmart/) - Did you know that Miranda Lambert just launched her own home decor line at Walmart?! It's called Wanda June Home and it's so dang cute. There are great area rugs, bakeware, dishes, decor, throw pillows and more. It's all online, so I wanted to round up some of my favorites for you! I love all
- [Layered Artwork Under $40](https://sarahjoyblog.com/layered-artwork-under-40/) - We leave for Florida in two days and we're all beaming with excitement over here. The luggage is out, the packing has begun, and we'r just counting down the minutes at this point. I can't wait to be back on the emerald coast. Our Florida trip last summer was one of the best experiences ever
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-fashion-finds-2/) - I went into Walmart today to look at luggage for our trip and I ended up getting distracted in the clothing department. I also needed up in the decor aisle, you know just to see what new things were out. That happens a lot! But I ended up finding a couple of really cute things,
- [$30 Office Table Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/30-office-table-makeover/) - For the last couple months I've been on the hunt for a new desk or table for my office. If you've been around you might remember that I sold my old desk (never shoulda done that!) and ever since then I've been trying to find a good replacement. For a while I even moved my Arhaus
- [Girls Bedroom + Gap Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gap-home-kids-collection-at-walmart/) - Hi there sunshine! And happy Tuesday to you. I hope your week is off to a great start. We are in full summer mode over here and I have to say, it's pretty awesome to have a more laid back schedule. No more early bed times, or rushing out the door to school. It's just a very
- [Back to School Goodies on Sale](https://sarahjoyblog.com/back-to-school-supplies/) - I know it feels waaaaay too early to talk about back to school, but Walmart is doing a great sale right now on lots of school and office supplies--some even starting at $.25!! I wanted to share a quick round-up of things in case you feel like getting a jump start on shopping. Or if
- [Easy Breezy Summer Patio](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-breezy-summer-patio/) - Helllllo there and happy Wednesday to you!! I hope you had a fabulous 4th of July weekend. We actually just got back from a little mountain getaway--we rented a cabin in our favorite little town for a few days, which was a lot of fun. The kids loved it and we even took Murphy, who
- [June Favorites--Life Lately, Home Decor Finds + More!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/june-favorites-life-lately-home-decor-finds-more/) - Happppppy July!! Can you believe we're already this far into the summer?! My kids are halfway thru their summer break, which is hard to even wrap my mind around. The days and weeks just seem to go extra fast in the summer. But it's been a great break so far and we have our beloved
- [A Pretty Vanity Desk in the Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-pretty-vanity-desk-in-the-bedroom/) - Ok, I'll be honest--I have no idea what to call this post. I've spent the last 10 minutes trying to think of a good title, but this is the best I've got. I guess it's as close as I can get to describing my pretty vanity desk in the bedroom. You guys, I LOOOVE this
- [Girls' Bedroom Refresh](https://sarahjoyblog.com/girls-bedroom-refresh/) - I've been a busy little bee over here this week getting ready for a BIG day tomorrow. The sweet ladies from Antique Candle Co are coming all the way to Colorado to shoot the video for the Sarah Joy candle. Eeeek!! The candle will be releasing this fall and HOLY SMOKES IT'S SO YUMMY! I
- [Master Bedroom Makeover + New Bed!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/master-bedroom-makeover-new-bed/) - Hello hello and happpppy Monday to you! I'm so excited for today's post because I'm sharing our master bedroom makeover!! If you follow along over on IG you might have seen us starting this process a couple of weeks ago when we decided to rip down the shiplap and repaint the entire room. I also
- [Simple + Cozy Boys Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-cozy-boys-bedroom/) - It dawned on me a few days ago that one of the rooms I've never really shared here on the blog is my son's room. I always meant to share it, but I clearly never got around to it. Oopsie! But since we're about to move in a couple weeks, I figured now would be
- [Sweet + Simple Girls Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/sweet-simple-girls-bedroom/) - One of the things I love about this house is that all the kids have their own rooms. At the old house we only had two extra rooms upstairs and they were pretty small. The girls shared the bigger of the two rooms and they just never did that well together. I know some kids
- [Bedroom Tour- Neutral + Cozy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/neutral-cozy-bedroom-tour/) - I realized the other day that one of the spaces I haven't really shared much is our master bedroom, so I figured why not do a fun little bedroom tour today?! Sunday is a good day for that kinda thing. Plus I always think it's interesting to see how people decorate their bedrooms. Ours is
- [Cozy Guest Bedroom + Organic Mattress](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-guest-bedroom-organic-mattress/) - Last week before we headed out to Texas we put together our guest bedroom, which has been siting empty for a couple months now. We actually moved the bed from that room up to my son's bedroom, so that left the guest room sitting empty. I really wanted to convert this space into a little
- [Bedroom Refresh on a Budget](https://sarahjoyblog.com/bedroom-refresh-on-a-budget/) - Spring is upon us! Well, almost, but we are soooo close. And that means a lot of use are itching to freshen up our spaces and breath some new life into our homes.If you're looking to do a little bedroom refresh, I have three options for you and they're all very budget friendly! Cozy Neutral Bedroom
- [Picture Shelves (from Amazon!) in the Breakfast Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/picture-shelves-from-amazon-in-the-breakfast-nook/) - You guys! I found the best picture shelves on AMAZON and I just hung them up in our breakfast nook today. I was going to wait to share these til next week, but I'm so impressed with the quality of these shelves I wanted to share right away. They are so sturdy and well-made, plus
- [Summer Entry Table Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-entry-table-decor/) - Hellllllo there sunshine and happy Monday to you! I was up and going super early today, and I actually went on my first run in at least a year. To my surprise, it wasn't too painful. And the runner's high after was REAL. I had so much energy afterwards! I'm hoping that sticks around to
- [Cozy New Rug in the Reading Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-new-rug-in-the-reading-room/) - Helllllo and happy June to you! Can you believe we are officially into June?! This year is basically half way over, which is so mind boggling. Time sure moves fast. Anyway, I wanted to share a quick look at the new rug I just put in our little front room/reading room/former-dining-room. I don't even know
- [Simple Summer Table Decor + Anthro Sale](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-summer-table-decor-anthro-sale-decor/) - This week I made the long trek to one of my favorite stores--Anthropologie! Isn't that the most dreamy store?! Not only does it smell heavenly, but I just love all of their decor and home accents. It's definitely one of my favorite stores to wander through, even though I usually don't buy anything because holy
- [Summer Front Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-front-porch/) - One of the hardest parts about living out on the open prairie is dealing with all the wind. As I type this post right now, it's windy as heck, which means my potted flowers are probably scattered across the lawn. It's definitely been a challenge and something I'm still not quite used to, but it
- [Summer Shorts Under $30](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-shorts-under-30/) - If you're on the hunt for some cute summer shorts that won't break the bank, I have five fabulous options for you! All of these shorts are under $30 and a few of them are even under $20. Whoot Whoot! This pair of black pull-on linen shorts are oversized and super comfy. They actually look
- [Podcast: Are You Living a Bold Life?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-are-you-living-a-bold-life/) - It's the season finale! I can't believe we've made it episode #15. In this one, I'm asking the simple question--are you living a bold life? Let's chat through what that means and how we can all squeeze the most out of every day we are given. I hope you enjoy! The Good Day Podcast by
- [Recent Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-walmart-fashion-finds/) - You guys know I love a good find from Walmart! I've gotten pretty skilled at hunting down the good stuff over the years and I always enjoy sharing my finds with you. Today I have a few things to share that are all perfect for spring! The Free Assembly line in particular has been awesome.
- [Simple Hack to Use a Basket as a Vase](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-hack-to-use-a-basket-as-a-vase/) - One of my favorite little decor hacks is to use a basket as a vase. I've been doing it for years now and it's really so easy--you just need to find a glass vase or canister that is a similar size to your basket. I can usually find super cheap options in the Target dollar
- [Podcast: Four Ways to Get Out of a Funk](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-four-ways-to-get-out-of-a-funk/) - Today's episode is all about getting yourself out of a funk. If you're in a rut lately, these four simple tips will help boost your mood! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here too: Book mentioned: The High Five Habit by Mel Robbins
- [New Cabinet in the Reading Room!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-cabinet-in-the-reading-room/) - Happy Monday!! I hope you had a great weekend. We endured the craziest wind (again) all weekend, and today we were welcomed with temps in the 30's and light snow. It's been a fabulous few days of weather to kick off the month of May. But I'm actually pretty proud of myself because I've gotten
- [Cutting Board Wall Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cutting-board-wall-decor/) - I was in my happy place the other day (aka the Target decor section!) and I stumbled on a few large cutting boards from the Hearth & Hand line. Immediately I had the idea to bring three of them home and use them to fill an empty wall in my kitchen next to our fridge:
- [Boho Style Vanity Desk](https://sarahjoyblog.com/boho-style-vanity-desk/) - Back at our old house I used to have this cute little vanity desk setup in our master bedroom. (Who remember this spot?!) I used to sit there in the morning to do my devotionals, drink coffee, work, and also put my makeup on. I loved that little space so much, so I decided to
- [Podcast: Finding Your Purpose, Goal Setting, and Faith](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-finding-your-purpose-goal-setting-and-faith/) - Today's episode is a candid conversation about finding your purpose, how to set goals, and faith with life coach Jess Todryk. This is a fun one and I can't wait to get Jess back for part two! More info on life coaching with Jess: https://www.jesstodryk.com The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify,
- [New Light in the Bathroom + Way Day Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-light-in-the-bathroom-way-day-sale/) - You know those kind of house projects you start and then get around to actually finishing them? That's the story of our powder bathroom. When we moved into this house back in the summer of 2020, we changed out the vanity in our powder bathroom next to the kitchen, but that's about it. We intended
- [Coffee Bar Bundle Giveaway!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/coffee-bar-bundle-giveaway/) - You guys!! I'm teaming up with Antique Candle Co (one of my favorite small shops--I created a candle, Warm Caramel Crumble, with them back in 2019!!) to do a fun little Mother's Day giveaway. TWO lucky winners are going to get their super popular Coffee Bar Bundle, which includes four of the yummiest fragrances: Fresh Roasted Coffee: A
- [Anthropologie Dupes from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/anthropologie-dupes-from-amazom/) - One of my favorite places to window shop is Anthropologie. And I say window shop specifically because holy smokes that stuff is pricey! Even a small piece of decor can cost a couple hundred bucks, so I thought it would be fun to scour the wonderful world of Amazon to find Anthro inspired dupes for
- [Brighten Up Your Home with Plants](https://sarahjoyblog.com/brighten-up-your-home-with-plants/) - One of my favorites ways to freshen things up for spring is with indoor plants. I've developed quite the green thumb in the last few years (after a lot of unfortunate house plant deaths!) and I just LOVE filling our home with fresh plants. They truly make a space come alive and feel cozy. I
- [Accepting Change, Trying New Things + Random Chit Chat](https://sarahjoyblog.com/accepting-change-trying-new-things-random-chit-chat/) - Today's episode is a laid back chat! I'm talking through life lately, saying goodbye to my childhood home, trying new things, self-care, and more. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here on the blog too. Just push play on the little box
- [Five Spring Dresses Under $75](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-spring-dresses-under-75/) - Happppppy Monday!! I'm in a bit of a chocolate hangover from Easter yesterday, but the sun is shining today and I'm excited to start a new week. I actually just shared five spring dresses under $75 over on Instagram and I was SO impressed with all of them, so I wanted to share here too
- [How to Turn Any Smart TV into Artwork](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-turn-any-smart-tv-into-artwork/) - I have a quick tip for you today my friends! I'm sharing how to turn any smart TV into artwork. This is truly the easiest and fastest way to get the look of a fancy frame TV without spending the extra money--it can be done in less than five minutes and it's FREE! First step,
- [Family Photo Memory Wall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/family-photo-memory-wall/) - For almost two years now we've had this awkward, empty corner in our basement. It's basically wasted space that we've never really used for anything. But the other day, as I was walking by this empty spot for the zillionth time, I got the idea to use this small section of bare space for a
- [Podcast: Simple Ways to Practice Positivity](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-simple-ways-to-practice-positivity/) - One thing I've worked on a ton in the last few years is mindset. I geek out over learning about ways to improve our mindset and I'm fascinated by the power in our thoughts. But staying positive and looking for joy takes daily practice and intention. It doesn't come easy for most of us, but
- [New Walmart Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-fashion-finds/) - Hello there sunshine and happy Thursday to you. I hope your week is going well so far. Can you believe Easter is just a few days away?! It feel so dang early this year. I kept thinking I had more time to order the kiddos a few things for their Easter baskets, but as always
- [Easy Console Table Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-console-table-decor/) - Easy console table decor is my jam. I love switching things up, moving pieces around, and putting it all together like a puzzle until it feels just right. Sometimes it takes five minutes, other times it takes an hour--just depends on how quickly things click! Anyway, I just re-did the console table in the basement
- [Podcast: My Story as a Police Wife](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-my-story-as-a-police-wife/) - It's podcast day!! This episode is all about my experience being a police wife for fourteen years. I'm chatting through the highs, lows, and how God got us through one of the most challenging experiences of our life. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can
- [Amazon Home Decor Finds for Spring](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-home-decor-finds-for-spring/) - I just spent the last hour getting lost down the Amazon rabbit hole. Yes, that's a real thing. But I found lots of cute stuff for spring, including a pair of adorable rabbit bookends, an Anthropologie mirror dupe, an Arhaus chandelier dupe, and more. Enjoy!! (Check out this post for more Anthropologie dupes from Amazon!)
- [Drop Zone Makeover with Wallpaper + Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/drop-zone-makeover-with-wallpaper-paint/) - Last week I did a fun little makeover on my beloved drop zone and I cannot wait to share how it looks with you guys! I wanted to add a little pop of color to freshen things up for spring and it turned out so darn cute. Plus it only took me about 2 hours
- [Podcast: Living a Bold Life w/ Ashley + Dino Petrone](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-living-a-bold-life-w-ashley-dino-petrone/) - Today's episode is GOOD! I chat with Ashley and Dino Petrone about the bold and unconventional moves they've made in their life over the last several years. Grab a snack and get comfy, this episode is sure to inspire you to live with intention, face trials head on, and make bold moves to follow your life's
- [New Reading Room Look](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-reading-room-look/) - You guys!! I hit the jackpot on Facebook Marketplace over the weekend and I'm so excited to share my finds with you. I got four green velvet swivel chairs and I'm SMITTEN. Seriously, these chairs are a dream. They're not only super comfortable, but they actually make the front room/dining room/I-don't-know-what-to-do-with-it room feel complete as
- [Easter Basket Ideas + Two Sweet Children's Books](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easter-basket-ideas-two-sweet-childrens-book/) - It's hard to believe that Easter is only a few weeks away. I love putting together little Easter baskets for my kids, so I thought it would be fun to do a quick round-up in case any of you mama are shopping for Easter basket goodies. Easter Basket Ideas 1. Native Shoes 2. Gazillion Bubbles Hurricane
- [Large Canvas Sunshine Artwork](https://sarahjoyblog.com/large-canvas-sunshine-artwork/) - Do you ever order something from Amazon and when it comes you're kinda shocked by how good it is?! That happened to me today. I ordered this large canvas sunshine artwork from Amazon and HOLY SMOKES IT'S SO GOOD. I'm pretty sure my jaw hit the floor when I unboxed it. I hung it in
- [Warm Weather Faves](https://sarahjoyblog.com/warm-weather-faves/) - We're back from our Spring Break trip to Texas and I'm already missing the warm weather. It was SO nice to have a few days to escape the cold and snow, to just relax in the sunshine the kiddos. We soaked it up and had a great time. And now that we're home, I thought
- [Podcast: How to Stop Comparison](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-how-to-stop-comparison/) - Comparison is not only stealing our joy, but it's straight up poison that is distracting us from our own potential, gifts, and opportunities. In today's episode I chat through how I battle against feelings of comparison and how you can too! The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts
- [Favorites from Daily Harvest!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/favorites-from-daily-harvest/) - One thing I've realized as I've gotten older is that one of the best things we can do for our physical and mental health is eat real, unprocessed food. This is something I've focused a lot more on lately and it's amazing how food really impacts the way we feel. When I eat crap, I
- [New Outfits from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-outfits-from-walmart/) - You guys,Walmart fashion has been on point lately!! I put in a small order last week and everything came over the weekend, so I wanted to share my finds pronto because everything I got is SO GOOD. And best of all, my finds are under $50. This white blazer is such a great find—it has
- [3 Spring Outfits from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/3-spring-outfits-from-amazon/) - We're headed to Texas next week for Spring Break, so I ordered a few things from Amazon for our trip. The weather is supposed to be warm and sunny (hallelujah!!!!) so I wanted a couple of spring outfits to take along. I found a great maxi dress and two black jumpsuits from Amazon, so I
- [Podcast: Tips for Overcoming Fear](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-tips-for-overcoming-fear/) - In today's episode of the podcast I'm diving into a subject I've got a lot of experience with: FEAR. I'm sharing my best tips for overcoming fear, books that have helped me, and the strategies I use to get through fear and live a bold life. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available
- [Weekly Amazon Finds: Jewelry, Summer Style + Travel Must-Haves](https://sarahjoyblog.com/weekly-amazon-finds-jewelry-summer-style-travel-must-haves/) - It's time for another Amazon round-up! This one is a mix of affordable jewelry, summer style and travel must-haves! Top-Rated Jewelry I have to rave about this line of jewelry on Amazon because it's really SO good. I have a pair of these cross earrings in rose gold and they are awesome. I also have
- [Podcast: My Story, Chasing Dreams + Going For It](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-more-of-my-story-chasing-dreams-going-for-it/) - Today's podcast episode dives into a little more of my story, how I started blogging (almost) seven years ago, and how it's changed our family's life. I'm also encouraging you to chase your own dreams, put in the work, and GO FOR IT. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes,
- [Spring Entryway with Amazon Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-entryway-with-amazon-decor/) - WE MADE IT TO MARCH!!! The bulk of winter is officially behind us and it's all about SPRING now. Cue the happy dance! Even though we still have lots of cold weather ahead of us here in Colorado, the days are getting longer (the times changes soon!) and temps are slowly but surely starting to
- [Monday Pep Talk: Choose Your Filter](https://sarahjoyblog.com/monday-pep-talk-choose-your-filter/) - Who needs a Monday pep talk?! I'm back with another episode and this one is super quick, but it's sure to get you fired up for the week ahead! I'm chatting through the importance of choosing your filter each and every day. Are you choosing a filter that empowers you or breaks you down? The
- [Podcast: What Does It Mean To Live In Abundance?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-what-does-it-mean-to-live-in-abundance/) - It's podcast day!! Today I'm sharing a bit of my heart and chatting through what it means to me to truly live in abundance in a very fast paced, material world. The Good Day Podcast by Sarah Joy is available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and you can always listen here on the blog too.
- [Five Home Decor Finds Under $30](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-home-decor-finds-under-30/) - Gooooood morning and happpppppy Sunday! I'm impatiently waiting on my coffee to brew while I sit in my recliner and watch the sun come up over the prairie. It's actually quite beautiful out this morning--bright blue sky, rolling hills, and a not a cloud in the sky. I love the wide open spaces and it's
- [Quick Aerie Haul--All On Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/quick-aerie-haul-all-on-sale/) - I made the drive to the big city yesterday and did a little shopping. I dropped into Aerie and they were having a great sale, so I grabbed a few things! This oversized sweater is lightweight and very comfortable. I love this pretty color for spring! I'm wearing size small here and it comes in lots of
- [Budget Friendly Room Refresh Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/room-refresh-on-a-budget/) - One of my favorite things to do is refresh a space when the seasons change. Actually I'll refresh a space anytime I get the chance, but it's especially fun when the weather starts to shift and you feel a change in the air. We're still a ways off from spring around here, but the days
- [The New Batman Film x Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-new-batman-film-x-walmart/) - We're big fans of superheroes over here, which means we're counting down the days til The Batman movie releases on March 4th! Batman is the kind of film that seems to bring families together across all ages, so we can't wait to watch it. And as always Walmart is the go-to place for everything your family
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- [Podcast: 3 Mindset Hacks for More Joy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/podcast-3-mindset-hacks-for-more-joy/) - I'm back with a new podcast episode today!! And I'm really excited about this one because I'm chatting through three mindset hacks for more joy. These are simple, little things I try to do each day to get in a positive mindset and make the most of each day. Also I want to say a
- [Rattan Pendants in the Laundry Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/rattan-pendants-in-the-laundry-room/) - We finally put the finishing touches on the laundry room! Today my husband and I installed these rattan pendants from Home Depot and they look sooooo good. The boob lights are long gone and the mudroom looks complete. Just for fun let's take a quick look at how the mudroom looked before our makeover ever started:
- [I'm Launching My Own Podcast!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/im-launching-my-own-podcast/) - I'm coming at you with some BIG NEWS today. I'm launching my own podcast!!! This is something I've been dreaming about for a year now and after a lot of thought, I finally decided to go for it. I'm so excited to get this journey started and I can't wait to take you along with
- [Kid's Valentine's Day Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/kids-valentines-day-finds-from-amazon/) - Helllllo there and happy Friday to you! I'm currently sitting on an airplane, on our way home from Texas, and feeling so grateful that we were able to go. I really didn't think our trip was going to happen a few days ago thanks to a lovely snow storm, but it all came together at
- [New Look in the Office](https://sarahjoyblog.com/dining-table-in-the-home-office/) - My cozy little home office got a new look and I'm so excited to share it with you guys! I actually brought my beloved dining table out of storage (she's been tucked away since I converted the dining room into a seating area) and decided to set her up in my office. It felt like
- [Organize With Me: 5 Kids Toy Storage Tips](https://sarahjoyblog.com/organize-with-me-5-kids-toy-storage-tips/) - Are we tired of all the organizing posts yet?! I sure hope not because I'm back today with another one. But I have to be honest, I was stumped on which space in our home to organize for this week's Organize With Me post. I kept going back and forth on what I wanted to
- [Organize with Me--Closet Edition](https://sarahjoyblog.com/organize-with-me-closet-edition/) - I'll be honest with you--it's crossed my mind a time or two to bail on this whole "organize with me" series I've been doing this month. And it's not because I don't enjoy organizing. I actually love it. But it's getting rather embarrassing at this point. I mean, I'm basically sharing my most disgusting spaces
- [New Walmart Finds + A Cute Bookcase](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-finds-a-cute-bookcase/) - A couple of days ago I was browsing on the Walmart website and I came across this mid-century style bookcase. And even though that's not really my typical vibe, I thought it was pretty and decided to order it on a whim. I've been looking for something to fill up one of the corners in
- [Recent Amazon Purchases I Love](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-amazon-purchases-i-love/) - Happppppy Saturday! I'm up and going early today because I fell asleep at 8:45 last night. Talk about a wild Friday night, huh? It's safe to say I've become an old lady. But who cares if I like to get my pajamas on immediately after dinner and go to bed at a reasonable hour? I
- [Organize With Me--Makeup Drawer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/organize-with-me-makeup-drawer/) - It's Monday and that means I'm back with another organizing post! Last week we did my kitchen pantry and this time it's all about my bathroom makeup drawer. This drawer is probably one of my most-used in the whole house, but it's become a pretty scary situation. It's overflowing, unorganized, and basically a hot mess.
- [2022 Mindset + Why I'm Not Setting Goals](https://sarahjoyblog.com/2022-mindset-why-im-not-setting-goals/) - It's 5:46am and I'm currently snuggled up on the coach with the fire going and listening to our percolator brew my coffee. Have you ever tried coffee from a percolator? It's the best. The coffee gets super hot and it's so smooth tasting. Plus it kinda has an old-fashioned charm to it. We love it.
- [Organize With Me: Kitchen Pantry](https://sarahjoyblog.com/organize-with-me-kitchen-pantry/) - I don't know about you, but I'm in the mood to get my house back in order after these last few weeks. December kinda felt like a whirlwind, so I'm ready to start January with some deep cleaning and de-cluttering of all the things. I actually ordered a whole bunch of organizing bins and I'm kinda geeking
- [After Christmas Winter Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/after-christmas-winter-living-room/) - Christmas is officially over and now we're heading into a loooong winter. I'm actually kinda excited about it, which I know sounds crazy coming from the girl that typically hates winter and snow and cold weather of any kind. But we've hardly had any snow so far this season and the kids are so eager
- [New Countertops in the Kitchen](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-countertops-in-the-kitchen/) - Back on Labor Day weekend I ordered new kitchen countertops and you guys--they FINALLY got installed this week! Talk about a long wait, right?! I've been so excited for this day and I can't wait to show you how they look. It totally changed the whole vibe of this space. Ok I have a lot
- [Winter Whites from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/winter-whites-from-amazon/) - Happppppy Winter Solstice! It's officially the shortest day of the year, but you know what that means--from here on out the days are slowly but surely getting LONGER. That's good news my sweet friends. More sunshine is always good news. Anyway, in honor of the start of winter, I thought it would be fun to
- [Christmas Entryway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-entryway/) - I know we're all busy finishing up last minute shopping and enjoying the last few days of the holiday season, but I wanted to share my little Christmas entryway with you guys! I finally found the perfect sized table for this small spot by our front door, so I feel like this space looks complete
- [Top 21 Favorites of 2021](https://sarahjoyblog.com/top-21-favorites-of-2021/) - With 2021 winding down, I can't help but reflect on this past year. Last night I made a little video on Instagram to recap what I'm most grateful for this year and just thinking through everything made me emotional. God has done so much to renew my mind and heart this year--it was really a
- [Best Selling Gifts from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/best-selling-gifts-from-amazon/) - The shopping days are dwindling quickly and if you're anything like me, Amazon is your best friend right now. There's still time to grab some last minute gifts from Amazon, so I browsed through and rounded up their best selling gifts. Many of these times have 20,000+ five star reviews! And they'll all be here
- [Christmas Charcuterie Board](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-charcuterie-board-for-dessert/) - I don't know about you, but my healthy eating completely goes out the window in December. I kinda just give myself permission to enjoy this season and all the wonderful things that come with it--like hot chocolate, fudge, Christmas cookies, etc. Can you tell I have a sweet tooth?! I'm sure some of you are
- [Christmas Family Room in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-family-room-in-the-basement/) - I finally got around to decorating for Christmas in the basement family room and I'm excited to share it with you today! We also just finished the shiplap on the back wall--it still needs to be painted, but I'm putting that off til January because mama doesn't have the energy to take that on right
- [Gift Ideas with Affordable Dupes!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-ideas-with-affordable-dupes/) - The countdown to Christmas is on and it's hard to believe we're only 17 days away! In true Sarah style, I'm behind on my shopping, but I'm hoping to bust out the majority of it this weekend. If you're still shopping too I wanted to share some gift ideas, along with their budget-friendly dupe! Gift
- [Glowing Christmas Living Room 2021](https://sarahjoyblog.com/glowing-christmas-living-room-2021/) - Believe it or not, yesterday marked only 21 days til Christmas! Kinda hard to believe, right? It's going to be here before we know it, so I'm trying hard to soak up this season and just enjoy it as much as possible. We had our first holiday party this weekend and it was honestly so
- [Review of Our Walmart Recliners](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-our-walmart-recliners/) - Oh man. I think I'm in a bit of a carb como after all the Super Bowl shenanigans last night. Why do I always go overboard?! Eeeeesh. I'm moving a little slow today, but I hope you're feeling bright eyed and bushy tailed this morning--ready to take on a fresh week! Today I'm excited to
- [Mudroom Makeover is DONE!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/mudroom-makeover-is-done/) - After five months of slow and steady work, our mudroom makeover is FINALLY DONE! I am so excited I can hardly contain myself. We literally just finished up the last few things for this project earlier today and I couldn't wait to share it with you guys. I have lots to share, so let's just
- [The Best Black Friday Sales](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-black-friday-sales-2/) - Thanksgiving is done and the Black Friday shopping is on! I've rounded up the best deals I can find and created a master list of my favorite sales for you. Hopefully this helps if you're hunting for a bargain this weekend. PS: I'll keep updating this as the weekend goes on! Abercrombie--30% off everything Amazon--Black
- [Life Update + Thoughts on Slowing Down](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-update-thoughts-on-slowing-down/) - I'll be honest--the last few weeks have felt like a total blur over here. It started with my husband getting COVID in early November, then one by one we all took our turn with it, including the kids. Thankfully we had mostly mild cases--the girls barely even had a fever for one day and my
- [More Christmas Decor finds from Walmart!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/more-christmas-decor-finds-from-walmart/) - I've started decorating for Christmas over the last few days and these potted trees from Walmart have been so fun to style. They're only $33 and come in that little black basket. I bought two of them! See them HERE. I also love this $15 wreath! I'm going to share our cozy living room all decked
- [Crate and Barrel Christmas Decor Dupes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/crate-and-barrel-christmas-decor-dupes/) - Can you believe Thanksgiving is tomorrow?! I don't know why, but it just doesn't feel like it should be Thanksgiving yet. Maybe that's because the last few weeks have been a total blur for us over here, but it sure does seem like Thanksgiving snuck up on us. Either way, it's happening tomorrow and then
- [Gift Ideas for Him + Her from Backcountry](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-ideas-for-him-her-from-backcountry/) - We officially have less than 40 days til Christmas. That's only about five weekends away if you can believe it. So crazy, right? This time of year always flies by so fast! But I wanted to ease your holiday shopping woes with another round of gift ideas. Today it's all about gifts from Backcountry--which is
- [Christmas Living Room--2020](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-living-room-2020/) - I've started decorating the living room for Christmas and it's been so much fun. The kids are thrilled, the house feels cozy with all the twinkling lights, and it just feels good to celebrate our first Christmas in this house. I only snapped a few photos so far, but I wanted to share how things
- [Deals for Days Finds at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/deals-for-days-finds-at-walmart-2/) - Walmart just kicked off their Deals for Days (aka early Black Friday) sale this afternoon, so I wanted to quickly share some of my favorite finds with you guys. They're doing huge markdowns on pretty much everything--electronics, kitchen gadgets, clothing, home decor, and more. I love how they start early so we don't have to
- [Huge Holiday Decor Roundup from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-holiday-decor-roundup-from-walmart/) - Morning sunshine!! I'm currently on my third cup of coffee over here and recovering from a five hour road trip we took yesterday to surprise my 95 year old grandma. It was such a fun day and I'm so glad we went--she was SO happy to see us and I really cherish any time I get to spend
- [Life Update + Pretty Corner in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-update-pretty-corner-in-the-basement/) - Helllllo and happy Thursday to you! So if you follow along over on Instagram, you might know life has been a bit crazy over here for the past week or so. My son and husband both have the “sickness” as we’ll call it. Thankfully my husband’s case has been very mild, but my son did have
- [Gift Ideas for the Home Decor Lover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-ideas-for-the-home-decor-lover/) - It's officially gifting season! I know many of us are shopping early this year thanks to all the supply chain issues, so I'm excited to start sharing a few gift guides to help make your holiday shopping a bit easier. Today let's chat about gifts for the home decor lover! I tried to keep all
- [The Best Macaroni & Cheese--Side Dish Idea for the Holidays!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-macaroni-cheese-side-dish-idea-for-the-holidays/) - The holidays are just around the corner now and I am SO excited for all the good food and celebrating. I shared my Thanksgiving tablescape a few days ago, and today I wanted to share my go-to recipe for the best macaroni and cheese. This dish is perfect for just about any holiday gathering--especially if
- [How to Hang a Wreath on a Mirror](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-hang-a-wreath-on-a-mirror/) - I have a quick design tip for you lovely ladies today! I'm sharing how to hang a wreath on a mirror. And this is the easiest way possible. I pinky promise. Plus it only takes about two minutes from start to finish. All you need is a simple command strip with a wire hook. I
- [Classic + Cozy Thanksgiving Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/classic-cozy-thanksgiving-table/) - I don't know about you, but I can't believe it's already NOVEMBER. This fall season has gone by lickity-split and here we are already talking about Thanksgiving--one of my favorite holidays! We're planning to host again this year and I am so excited. I love getting my family together to just relax, eat good food,
- [Pottery Barn Bathroom Dupes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/pottery-barn-bathroom-dupe/) - Let's chat about some Pottery Barn dupes! Today I'm sharing an entire bathroom design, including a gorgeous double vanity, with almost identical finds from Pottery Barn and Home Depot. The Pottery Barn bathroom is $4385, but the Home Depot design is only $1709!! Pottery Barn Bathroom Design--$4385: Piedmont 60" Double Sink Vanity $2,599 Vintage Rounded
- [Target Decor on Sale Today--Including Hearth & Hand Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-decor-on-sale-today-including-hearth-hand-finds/) - Target has lots of great decor on sale today, including the pink velvet curtains I have in both my girls' bedroom and this great coffee table from McGee & Co. I rounded up all of my favorite finds for you here! CLICK ANY IMAGE BELOW TO SHOP:
- [My Favorite Daily Devotionals](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-daily-devotionals/) - One of my favorite parts of my morning routine is when I get to sit down with a cup of coffee and read my devotional for the day. This usually happens before anyone else in the house is up and going, so it's really become a sacred time. I love starting my day with God's
- [Anthropologie Dupes Living Room Design](https://sarahjoyblog.com/anthropologie-dupe-living-room-design/) - It's 6:17am at this exact moment and I'm currently cuddled up in a blanket on the couch in our living room and drinking coffee. It's only 25 degrees outside right now, so I have the fire going and it's feeling extra cozy in here. I love starting my mornings with this quiet time--it's just the
- [Recent Favorites--Word Bracelets, Target Finds + More!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/recent-favorites-word-bracelets-pumpkin-creamer-more/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Wednesday to you. I hope your week is going well so far! We are in the thick of potty training over here with our sweet new puppy Murphy and it's going pretty well so far. He's catching on fairly quick! Although I have to say, I've been a little shocked
- [West Elm Dupes for a Fraction of the Price!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/west-elm-dupes-for-a-fraction-of-the-price/) - Well helllllo there and happy Wednesday to you. I'm currently in the beautiful Colorado mountains with my family and enjoying a few days of rest and relaxation. And by relaxation I mean swimming in the scorching 99 degree heat and chasing kiddos around. Very low key! But really, it's so nice to get away and
- [Friday Five: Anthropologie Dupes, New Mirror, Coop Progress + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-anthropologie-dupes-new-mirror-coop-progress-more/) - It's currently 23 degrees and snowing in Colorado. We're in a week long stretch of cold weather and I'm trying not to cry about it because I just want sunshine and warm weather already. We've had winter since October and it's TIME FOR SPRING. Is that really too much to ask?! I guess so. Ugh.
- [Serena & Lily Dupes--Same Look for a Fraction of the Price!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/serena-lily-dupes-same-look-for-a-fraction-of-the-price/) - Hands down, one of my favorite stores is Serena & Lily. However, I've only purchased one thing from there because that stuff is PRICEY. It's gorgeous, but dang it's expensive. So I thought it might be fun to scour the interwebs for some Serena & Lily dupes. I wanted to find things that look very
- [Fall Finds from Aerie--All On Sale Today!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-finds-from-aerie-all-on-sale-today/) - Aerie is doing a great sale today! Lots of cozy tops, joggers and leggings are on sale for 30 to 50% off. I ordered a few things, but I wanted to share a quick round-up here of my favorites! TOPS + JACKETS: LEGGINGS + JOGGERS
- [Cold Weather Essentials from Backcountry](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cold-weather-essentials-from-backcountry/) - It's starting to get reallllllll chilly around here in Colorado. We even had our first snow a few days ago, which I was not mentally prepared for. My mind is NOT ready for winter, but apparently she's coming so I better get with it! Thankfully we have a few sunny days ahead and no more
- [Reflections on Blogging + New Dining Room Look](https://sarahjoyblog.com/reflections-on-blogging-new-dining-room-look/) - You know what's crazy?! It was this time of year in 2015 that I started my blogging journey. It's been SIX YEARS. That feels a bit surreal because I honestly didn't expect to last more than six months at this thing--I had no clue what I was doing when I got started, but I thought
- [Fall Entry + New Walmart Decor Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-entryway-new-walmart-decor-finds/) - I've been back in the grove of getting up early and holy smokes, it's dark out at 5:15AM. Like pitch black kinda dark, which makes it much more of a challenge to get out of my warm, cozy bed. But the wonderful lure of coffee and alone time after my workout is usually enough to
- [Lots of Cozy Tops Under $35](https://sarahjoyblog.com/lots-of-cozy-finds-from-walmart-under-35/) - Helllllo there and happy Monday to you. And happy October 4th! I can't believe we only have THREE months left in 2021. I'm just flabbergasted by how quickly this year has gone by. It's literally going to be Christmas before we even know it. That's a wild thought, huh?! Geez Louise. Anyway, it's time for
- [Favorites and Finds from the Week](https://sarahjoyblog.com/favorites-and-finds-from-the-week/) - Helllllllo there and happy Sunday to you! I'm currently sitting in my usual Sunday spot--on the couch at my parents' house watching football. Sunday has become our weekly family day and it's so mjuch fun. The kids play, we eat yummy food, and watch football all afternoon. It's a pretty perfect way to end the
- [Chicken Coop Decorated for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chicken-coop-decorated-for-fall/) - Well we all knew this would happen--I decorated our chicken coop for fall! I couldn't help myself, I just had to add some colorful pumpkins and fall coziness to our beloved little coop. It's really not that much, but it sure was fun. And of course I wanted to share it with all of you!
- [New + Improved Living Room Look!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-improved-living-room-look/) - How the heck is it already Thursday?! This week is flying by. And if you follow along over on IG stories, you might know we've been trying to get the kids a golden retriever puppy all week long. I use the word trying because we didn't end up getting the puppy. Very long story short,
- [Colorful Fall Front Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/colorful-fall-front-porch/) - I finally had the chance to decorate my front porch for fall today! And it couldn't have come at a better time because it's currently a cool 62 degrees here. I could actually see my breath when I was loading the kids in the car for school this morning. Crazy, right?! Cozy season is definitely
- [Thoughts on One Year of Country Life](https://sarahjoyblog.com/thoughts-on-one-year-of-country-life/) - It's hard to believe we've already been here in our new home for one full year. This time last year we were just getting settled, the basement was under construction, and we were trying to figure out this new way of life in the country. There was definitely an adjustment period for me and I
- [Cozy Tops for Fall from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-tops-for-fall-from-walmart/) - I woke up from a dream at 4:45 this morning. And in true Sarah fashion, I couldn't fall back asleep. I laid there for about twenty minutes trying to fall back asleep, but once my brain turns on, it's hard to shut if back off. Anyone else like that?! Finally after tossing and turning, I
- [Fall Decor in the Basement + New Layout!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-decor-in-the-basement-new-layout/) - Well, I did a thing this weekend. I convinced my husband to help me swap the sofas in the living room with the sectional in the basement. We basically flip-flopped the two spaces. And even though I almost broke my back in the process, I am SOOO happy we did it. Both rooms seems to
- [Cozy Evereve Haul for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-evereve-haul-for-fall-and-its-all-on-sale-for-labor-day/) - I mentioned this the other day, but I am super excited for fall. That sounds a little weird coming from the girl that wishes it could be summer year all round, but this year it's just hitting different. I'm ready for pumpkins, cozy sweaters, booties, and football games. Anyone else?! I sure hope so, because
- [A Few Affordable Summer Outfits I've Loved Lately](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-few-affordable-outfits-ive-loved-lately/) - Anyone else getting excited for the Olympics?! We watched the women's gymnastics trials on TV this weekend and holy smokes--those tiny little gymnasts can flip and jump like straight up superheroes. I was sitting there with my mouth hanging open, just watching in amazement as they did their crazy back bends, triple twirls and other
- [Backcountry Summer Sale Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/backcountry-summer-sale-finds/) - One of my favorite places to shop is Backcountry and their big Summer Semi-Annual Sale is happening this month! Tons of items are marked way down (I just got this hoodie for 70% off!) so I wanted to share a few of my favorite finds with you guys. And I have to say, this sale
- [Let's Try This Again--New Dining Chairs in Breakfast Nook!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/lets-try-this-again-new-dining-chairs-in-breakfast-nook/) - Well after several weeks of trying (and failing) to find the perfect dining chairs for our breakfast nook, I *think* I finally did it. I returned the black chairs from Target that I shared in this post and I spent more time than I'd like to admit searching for their replacement. I looked online at
- [Cozy Tops Under $30 from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-tops-under-30-from-walmart/) - I'm pretty sure it's a universally accepted fact that fall clothes are the best-kinda-clothes. I mean, really. What's not to love about cozy fall fashion?! It's definitely my favorite (even though I'll always be a summer girl!) so I am excited to start sharing some fall finds with you guys. I know it's still a
- [50 Fall Decor Finds from Amazon!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/50-fall-decor-finds-from-amazon/) - Happy September to you!! I'm currently sitting on the couch, watching Big Brother and scouring through pages and pages of fall decor from Amazon. Are you decorating for fall yet? Or maybe just thinking about decorating for fall? I'm actually really excited to bring out my fall bins from storage--I can't wait to sprinkle cozy
- [Mudroom Makeover Progress--The Wall is GONE!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/mudroom-makeover-progress-the-wall-is-gone/) - I know it's Labor Day weekend and everyone is probably off doing fun things, but I'm just too excited to wait any longer to share an update on our mudroom makeover!! Remember when I mentioned wanting to tackle this room in my list of dream projects I shared here?! Well it's finally happening! First we
- [Cozy Fall Decor in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-decor-in-the-living-room/) - I don't know about you, but I've been soooo excited to decorate for fall this year, which is kinda funny because last year I wasn't really into it that much. We had just moved into this house, so life was a bit chaotic at this time last year. But here we are a year later
- [Olive Tree on Sale + More Recent Faves](https://sarahjoyblog.com/olive-tree-on-sale-more-recent-faves/) - Well helllllo there from beautiful Boise, Idaho! It's our last day here and I have to say, this trip has been such a fun little getaway. I have really loved Boise--the vibe here is super laid back and relaxed. And not only is it super pretty and charming, but the people here are so incredibly kind.
- [Wood Floors from Home Depot- My Full Review](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-our-wood-floors-from-home-depot/) - One of the most commonly asked questions I get on Instagram is about our wood floors from Home Depot. Where did we get it? How is it holding up? Do I like it? I tried to answer these questions as often as I can in stories, but I thought it might be helpful to put
- [5 Tips for Decorating a Console Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-tips-for-decorating-a-console-table/) - Call me a nerd, but one of my favorite things to do is decorating our console table. I just love turning on some relaxing music, getting a fresh cup of coffee, and re-styling that little space. It's therapeutic for me, especially when the world seems chaotic. It also forces me to slow down and focus
- [Gap Home Decor Finds from Walmart!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gap-home-decor-finds-from-walmart/) - I don't know if you know this, but Walmart has a brand new line of GAP home decor now! Yep, you read that right--the iconic brand GAP has a home decor collection at Walmart. It just launched in June and it's actually really good! I ordered a few things from the collection last week and
- [Girls' Room with Rattan Daybed](https://sarahjoyblog.com/girls-room-with-rattan-daybed/) - You know what's interesting about living in a new house? I feel like it takes MONTHS to really figure out what works best in each room. The furniture that worked in your living room at the old house might not work in your living room at the new house. In fact, chances are it won't
- [New Dining Chairs--Better in The Dining Room or Breakfast Nook?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-dining-chairs-better-in-the-dining-room-or-breakfast-nook/) - I'm going through a bit of a dining chair dilemma over here. See, I sold my big wingback dining chairs and ordered some new black ones, thinking I'd put them in the breakfast nook. But once they arrived and I put all six of them together (talk about a time consuming endeavor!) I couldn't decide
- [My Top 10 Most Used Amazon Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-top-10-most-used-amazon-finds/) - Okkkkkk who else is in denial that it's already AUGUST?! How the heck did that happen so fast? This summer just went by way too quick. It really feels like we just started summer break and now it's already almost over. I'm definitely not ready for my kiddos to go back, so we're just going
- [Shiplap in the Basement Media Center!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/shiplap-in-the-basement-media-center/) - Welp, we already got a project checked off that to-do I made last weekend (see more on that here)--we put shiplap in the basement media cabinet!! We finished it up late last night and I LOVE how it turned out. And I've actually wanted to do this since our basement was finished last fall, mostly because
- [Five Awesome Home Projects I'm Excited to Do](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-awesome-home-projects-im-excited-to-do/) - Do you ever get a bee in your bonnet and all of a sudden you want to tackle allllll the house projects on your to-do list?! That's how I've felt lately. This past weekend I realized we've been in this house almost a year now, which is honestly hard to believe. The past year went
- [Self-Care Favorites: Simple Things That Bring Me Joy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/self-care-favorites-simple-things-that-bring-me-joy/) - Hellllllo there my beautiful friends. Let's chat self-care today! This is something I've really tried to prioritize in the last year or so (we all needed some extra self care in 2020!) and so I thought it would be fun to write a post all about what I do to take care of myself so I can
- [New Vintage Table In My Office!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-vintage-table-in-my-office/) - This weekend I got to do a little antiquing at one of my favorite local shops with my mom and I found the coolest vintage table for my office! I've actually been eyeing this particular table for months now, but this time I finally decided to buy it. And I'm so glad I did! It
- [TJ Maxx Finds--Area Rugs Under $100](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tj-maxx-finds-area-rugs-under-100/) - Helllllo there and happy Friday to you!! We are getting settled into our routine here at home after our trip and it feels really good to be back to the normal things. Although I have to say, getting back to my workout routine this morning was PAINFUL. I did a 30 minute ride on my
- [Our Trip to Florida + Sandestin Review](https://sarahjoyblog.com/sandestin-review/) - I'm sitting on our plane back from Florida right now, listening to my faith playlist and feeling extra grateful for the last week we just had at the beach. I honestly can't believe the trip is over--the time went by so fast! It was such an amazing trip and I'm soooooo glad we went. My
- [My Favorite Outdoor Seating Areas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-outdoor-seating-areas/) - I feel like I've been a total slacker here on the blog lately. I had all these fun posts I wanted to share in June, but I've barely made a dent in that list. And somehow it's already the 23rd--how the heck did that happen?! But in my defense, we've just been busy enjoying summer.
- [Easy Breezy Summer Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-breezy-summer-living-room/) - Gooooooood morning and happy Monday to you! I'm currently sitting on my back porch, just taking in this beautiful summer day while I get some work done. We leave for Florida on Wednesday (fingers crossed the trip doesn't get messed up with Tropical Storm Elsa. Eeeeeekkkkkkk!) so I'm trying to buckle down and get tons
- [25 Random Facts about Me](https://sarahjoyblog.com/25-random-facts-about-me/) - One of my favorite kinds of Instagram/blog posts to read is when people share random facts about themselves. That's probably because I'm nosey as heck, but I really do like learning about other people--especially those that I enjoy following on social media. So I thought it would be fun to share 25 random facts about
- [New Studio McGee Collection at Target!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-studio-mcgee-collection-at-target/) - Hellllllo from Florida!! I'm currently sitting on the back patio at the condo we are staying in and admiring the gorgeous view. Everyone is still asleep, so I'm getting a little work done and drinking a cup of coffee. Also, I have to say--Florida is GORGEOUS. We're in Miramar Beach and the water is absolutely
- [Modern Cottage Bathroom--Details I Love!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/modern-cottage-bathroom-details-i-love/) - You know you're getting old when things like bathroom tile makes you happy. And bathroom vanities, light fixtures, faucets. All of the above. I just love bathroom details and if I could have a job only designing pretty bathrooms I'd be tickled pink. Call me crazy, but I love it. Anyway, a few months ago
- [Working Out at Home--What I Do Each Week!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/working-out-at-home-what-i-do-each-week/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Wednesday to you!! I'm actually really excited for today's post because I'm chatting about all about working out at home. I have been avid workout-at-home-gal for a long time now, but ever since moving to the country last summer it's basically the only option I have. It just doesn't make
- [Amazon Home Decor Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-home-decor-finds/) - I just got sucked into the never ending rabbit hole that is Amazon Home Decor finds. It started out innocently enough. I was on the hunt for a new magazine holder for our living room. Before long, I was knee deep in decor browsing. I spent a good hour going through some of favorite shops
- [What's New at Target- Home Decor, Furniture & Fashion Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/whats-new-at-target-home-decor-furniture-fashion-finds/) - Happpppy Memorial Day weekend!! It's the unofficial kick off to summer and I'm tickled pink about it. Bring on all the BBQ's, sunshine, pool days, and popsicles. We are ready for it over here! I'm actually sitting in bed right now, drinking a cup of coffee and recovering from last night's kitten birth. Our beloved
- [DIY Summer Wreath in 15 Minutes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-summer-wreath-in-15-minutes/) - Anyone in the mood for a little project?! I hope so because today I'm sharing a super simple, DIY summer wreath that only took me 15 minutes. I actually had some free time yesterday afternoon, which doesn't happen very often, and so I decided to get a little crafty. I don't do much of that
- [The Easiest DIY Wreath Ever](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easiest-diy-wreath-ever/) - Believe it or not, my little blog here has existed for almost two years. Kinda crazy, right?! And in that time I've shared a LOT of easy DIY projects like my easy bakery sign or the milk and cream sign I made on an old window. I mean, we're talking things you can do with
- [Deals for Days Finds from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/deals-for-days-finds-from-walmart/) - It's that time again--Deals for Days at Walmart is officially underway! I always love covering this sale because they do tons of markdowns on pretty much everything. The sale includes up to 60% off fashion items, plus bargains on home, patio + garden, electronics and more. Today I've rounded up some great fashion deals, including
- [Everyday Makeup I've Been Loving](https://sarahjoyblog.com/everyday-makeup-ive-been-loving/) - Lately I've really been into easy, minimal makeup. I've ditched the eyeliner and opted for a more natural look, which has been awesome. It's fast, easy and perfect for summertime. Plus the combo of products I've been using are super long wearing! Here's the rundown of my everyday look: EASY EVERYDAY MAKEUP I'M LOVING: Undereye
- [Target Furniture I Own + The Best $89 Barstools](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-furniture-i-own-the-best-89-barstools/) - I have a confession: there are approximately 738 photos of the baby kittens on my phone. It's a problem. But I'm whole heartedly obsessed and I can't stop holding them, kissing them, starting at them, etc. I feel like a crazy cat lady, but they're just so dang cute. And it's been so fun for
- [Traditional Summer Front Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/traditional-summer-front-porch/) - One of my favorite things about our home is the cozy little front porch. Our old house only had a single step, so my options were alway super limited when it came to decorating. But now I have the room and I've been loving it! I just styled the porch up for summer and I
- [Simple Summer Entryway + Before & After Video](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-summer-entryway-before-after-video/) - Well today is the day folks! I'm headed to the dentist bright and early this morning to get my permanent veneers done after a month in the temporaries. I'm a solid mix of nerves/excitement/relief. But mostly I'm so happy this process is finally coming to an end. I'm just ready for it to be overrrrrrrrrr.
- [My Favorite Summer Dessert--Frozen Mud Pie!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-summer-dessert-frozen-mud-pie/) - For as long as I can remember, every summer my mom would make the most delicious (and easiest!) dessert ever--frozen mud pie. We had it for birthdays, BBQ's, pool parties, and everything in between. It was our go-to summer treat and it's still a family favorite to this day! Plus it's super easy to make
- [Friday Five: The Best Eyeshadow, Pouf Sale, Wildflowers + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-the-best-eyeshadow-pouf-sale-wildflowers-more/) - Rise and shine sunshine!! It's FRIDAY. And it's finally starting to feel like summer in Colorado, which is very welcome after the super gloomy May weather we had. I was actually watching the news the other day and they said Denver had more rain than Seattle and Portland combined in the month of May. Isn't
- [My Simple Hair Routine + Favorite Products](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-recent-hair-routine-favorite-products/) - When I was in fourth grade I had the brilliant idea to chop my hair off. I wanted it to be about cheek length and I envisioned this cute, bouncy hair that was sure to be a hit with my super cool group of friends. So after begging my mom, she finally caved and let
- [Rediscovering a Love of Antiques + Thoughts on Change](https://sarahjoyblog.com/rediscovering-a-love-of-antiques-thoughts-on-change/) - Last week I went antiquing for the first time in over a year. I wasn't planning on it actually, but my husband and I were getting coffee in our small town and I randomly saw the cutest antique shop, one that I'd never even noticed before. We didn't have a lot of extra time, but
- [Huge Walmart Summer Haul](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-walmart-summer-haul/) - It's been a while since I've done a Walmart fashion haul and this one is GOOD. Really, this may be my favorite Walmart haul ever. And everything I found is perfect for summer--comfy casual, but pretty and feminine at the same time. I got several great pairs of shorts under twenty bucks, a flowy maxi
- [Friday Five: Old Navy Finds, A Good Book, Skincare + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-old-navy-finds-a-good-book-skincare-more/) - Morning sunshine! I don't know about you, but I am so happy it's Friday. This week has been absolutely bananas, but in the best way possible. I got my veneers on Wednesday afternoon! Well, technically they're only my temporary veneers (I'll go back in a few weeks for the permanents) but I cannot even tell you
- [Bright + Cheerful Dining Room Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/bright-cheerful-dining-room-decor/) - Well hellllllllo there and happy Tuesday to you. I'm up and going early today--currently waiting on my coffee to brew and looking out our back door at SNOW. Yes, you read that right. SNOW. On May 11th. It's 30 degrees and snowing. What kind of cruel world is this? It's actually day three of yet
- [Friday Five: Landscaping Updates, Outdoor Decor, Sales + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-landscaping-updates-outdoor-decor-sales-more/) - Happpppppy Friday!! I woke up at 5AM this morning and I'm currently watching the sun come up while I drink coffee and work on this post. I love waking up early this time of year--the sound of birds singing is seriously one of my favorite things in the world. Anyway, I have a lot to
- [Updated Chicken Coop!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/updated-chicken-coop/) - Life on our little homestead has been busy lately. We were finally able to start working on some big landscaping projects last week (there's soooo much to do!) and my husband just finished up our chicken coop scratch pen. It took way longer than we expected thanks to all our lovely spring snow storms and
- [20 Amazing Mother's Day Gift Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/20-amazing-mothers-day-gift-ideas/) - Believe it or not, there are just over two weeks til Mother's Day. We have seventeen days to be exact. Isn't that crazy?! These past few weeks have felt like a blur, but here were are just days out from May and one of my favorite holidays of the whole year is right around the
- [New Hearth + Hand Collection + Weekly Roundup](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-hearth-hand-collection-weekly-roundup/) - Rise and shine!! And happy Sunday. I'm currently sitting in bed, drinking coffee and watching the sun come up. It's a pretty perfect start to the day. The hills around our house are finally starting to green up and it's such a welcome sight. I feel like this has been the longest winter ever, so
- [Two New Skincare Faves--Supersize SPF!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/two-new-skincare-faves-supersize-spf/) - If you've been around a while you probably know I've been using Tula for a looooong time now. I actually got started using it about four years ago, when I was pregnant with my little Ava Pearl. Someone recommended it as being safe for pregnant woman, so I gave it a shot. I've been hooked
- [Master Bedroom Mood Board from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/master-bedroom-mood-board-from-walmart/) - It's a scientific fact that master bedrooms are often the last room in a person's home to get any attention. Really, it's science. And by science I mean my own science, also known as my opinion which is obviously up for debate. But really! I do think master bedrooms aren't given the attention they deserve.
- [Five Ways to Style a Round Coffee Table + Affordable Options](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-ways-to-style-a-round-coffee-table-affordable-options/) - Oddly enough, one of my favorite things to style is coffee tables. I know that probably sounds kinda ridiculous because they're not a super popular thing to talk about, but I love them. Coffee table decor is my jam! It's a small space, so options are limited, but I love figuring out new ways to
- [Strong Like a Wildflower Launch!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/strong-like-a-wildflower-launch/) - You guys!! Over the last few months I've been working on a super special project and today I finally get to spill the beans--I designed my own shirt with Soul Honey Clothing! And it's all about one of my favorite things in the whole world--WILDFLOWERS. This shirt features eight hand drawn wildflowers with the words
- [Friday Five: Exciting News, Affordable Mirrors, 5 Finds Under $15](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-exciting-news-affordable-mirrors-5-finds-under-15/) - Happpppy Friday!! I am SO happy the weekend is here--we have gorgeous weather coming our way AND I'm launching something super exciting on Sunday! I've mentioned it a few times over on the ol' gram, but I've been working on this special little project for months now. We started in January and the plan was
- [The Ultimate Tula Skincare Guide--My Top Favorites!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-ultimate-tula-skincare-guide-my-top-favorites/) - Goooooood morning and happy Monday beautiful! I am so excited about today's post because I'm sharing the ultimate Tula skincare guide--I'm breaking down my all-time favorite products in several different categories! I've been wanting to do this for a while now and I hope this helps any of you that have been thinking about trying
- [Spring Walmart Haul--Home, Fashion + Beauty](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-walmart-haul-home-fashion-beauty/) - It's been a while since I've done a good Walmart haul, so today I thought it would be fun to share a bunch of things I've found recently. I have several home decor items, some fashion finds, and even a few beauty goodies--including my favorite makeup brushes. There's lots to chat about, so let's hop
- [How to Style a Sectional--My Step by Step Process](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-style-a-sectional-my-step-by-step-process/) - When we got our sectional for the basement a few months ago, I honestly had no idea how to style it. We've never owned a sectional, so it was a bit of a humdinger when it came to figuring out how and where to place throw pillows, blankets, side tables etc. It took me a
- [Easter Tablescape Ideas + Affordable Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easter-tablescape-ideas-affordable-finds/) - I've said it before and I'll say it again--tablescapes have never been my thing. I'm just not really a tablescape-kinda-gal. I can do a great centerpiece, sure, but to do a whole table is really challenging for me. I'm never sure what fork goes where or how to stack plates in a way that actually
- [How To Do a Pick-Up Order at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-do-a-pick-up-order-at-walmart/) - I don't know about you, but getting groceries is one of my least favorite household "chores". Especially with the way things have been in the world over the least year, I have come to LOVE the convenience and ease of picking up my groceries at the store, without ever leaving my car. It's seriously the
- [Friday Five: Thoughts on Flying, One Piece Swimwear, Spring Break Plans + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-thoughts-on-flying-one-piece-swimwear-spring-break-plans-more/) - Woooohoooo it's Friday! And we're officially on Spring Break. We have absolutely zero plans right now, but I was up late last night looking at last minute plane tickets to warm places like Arizona and Texas. Have you flown lately?? It's been almost two years since I've gone anywhere on an airplane and in that
- [20 Easter Basket Ideas from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/20-easter-basket-ideas-from-amazon/) - Goooooood morning and happy Thursday! I'm happy to report that we made it through Aves' orthopedic appointment yesterday and she was a total trooper. It was a breeze compared to our experience in the ER on Monday. And she chose a red cast, which is pretty dang cute on her little arm. She'll be in
- [Houseplant Tour + Care Tips](https://sarahjoyblog.com/houseplant-tour-care-tips/) - Rise and shine lovely people! I hope your week has been fabulous so far. I'm not going to lie, it's been a wild week over here so far. We got snowed in with the most epic blizzard ever over the weekend and into Monday, then we had to take sweet little Ava Pear to the
- [Friday Five: An Exciting Project, The Future of Instagram, Finds Under $15  + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-finds-under-15-rattan-furniture-the-future-of-instagram-more/) - Ah wonderful Friday, we meet again. Did this week fly by for anyone else? It went by super quick over here and now we are bracing for what could be an epic snow storm this weekend. The entire state is going to get slammed and some places are looking at three to four FEET of
- [Simple Spring Dining Room + New Rug](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-spring-dining-room-new-rug/) - Morning sunshine!! I'm up early today, working away in a quiet house with a lovely cup of coffee. Are you an early riser? I did a poll in IG stories yesterday and about half the people who responded said they wake up early. I try to get up between 5:15 and 5:30 every day to
- [Friday Five: Baby Chicks, Defining Success, Spring Decor + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-baby-chicks-defining-success-spring-decor-more/) - Holy moly, it's been a crazy week over here. Every day was jam packed with meetings, errands, activities, and other random adulting tasks. But the best part of the week was getting baby chicks yesterday!! Seventeen to be exact. And they are the cutest little things. The kids are absolutely obsessed and it's so fun
- [Dreamy Pastel Paint Colors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/dreamy-pastel-paint-colors/) - Anyone else tickled pink about the fact that it's March?! I love this time of year so much. The days are slowly getting longer, the sun is a little brighter, and the promise of warm weather coming soon is giving me so much hope. Oh and we're getting baby chicks this month, so I'm a
- [Living Room Design--All From Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/living-room-design-all-from-target/) - You know what's crazy?! Earlier this week I went for a run in fifty degree weather. Fast forward to today, and we have a freezing snow storm and school is cancelled. Colorado is bananas. But my kids are thrilled. They were hoping for a snow day, so last night they put spoons in the freezer
- [New Window in the Kids' Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-window-in-the-kids-room/) - You guys!! Today I'm tickled pink to share a big update on our kids' bedroom makeover. If you remember, I mentioned a while back that we decided to do a full makeover on their room by adding a new window in the kids' room. It was one of those things that pretty much had to
- [Rebrand Update + Farmhouse Style Thanksgiving buffet table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-thanksgiving-buffet-table/) - Well hellllllo there and welcome to sarahjoyblog.com!! Eeeek! That feels so weird/exciting to say, but this is officially the first post under my new URL. If you have no idea what I'm talking about you can check out my rebrand news here! I still have few random things that need to be updated, but this URL
- [My New Favorite Smart Home Devices](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-new-favorite-smart-home-devices/) - You guys!! I am SO excited for today's post because it's about something I've become obsessed with (my new favorite home accessories) and I think you all are going to really love it too. So several months ago I got interested in the idea of creating a "smart home". And if you don't know what
- [Cozy and Bright Front Room for Christmas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-and-bright-front-room-for-christmas/) - Goooooood morning buttercup and welcome to the Christmas season!! I think we can officially say that now, right? Thanksgiving is done, the pumpkins are put away, and it's full blown Christmas time. Bring on all the holiday baking, jingle bells, Christmas movies, cozy clothes and maybe even a little snow (but not too much because
- [Flea Market Decor Feature- Celebrating an Exciting Moment!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/celebrating-an-exciting-moment/) - Today I wanted to pop in real quick to share an exciting moment with you guys because our home was recently featured in the holiday edition of Flea Market Decor magazine!! It's actually a seven page spread and an interview, which is pretty darn exciting for this small town girl. I wasn't really planning on
- [The Manly Man's Gift Guide 2018](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-manly-mans-gift-guide-2018/) - It's hard to believe, but today is the last day of November. You guys, how is that even possible?! Really, it's crazy to think that we are headed into the last month of the year and Christmas is only a few weeks away. I know most of us are already busy with holiday shopping, so
- [My Best Farmhouse Style DIY Projects of 2018](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-best-farmhouse-style-diy-projects-of-2018/) - Can you believe it's the LAST day of 2018? I really don't know how it's possible, and I have to say--this year was easily the fastest year of my life. It was by far the busiest, but the most fulfilling as well. I'm SO excited for the new year ahead and I cannot wait to
- [Friday Five: Life Update, Prayer Journal, Cozy Aerie Finds + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-life-update-prayer-journal-cozy-aerie-finds-more/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Friday to you! I slept through my alarm today, so now I feel like I'm scrambling around and all out of sorts. Apparently I need that early morning time even more than I realized! Anyway, today I wanted to share a fun Friday Five with a few random favorites from
- [Friday Five: Finding Balance, Basket Roundup, Super Bowl Food + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-finding-balance-basket-roundup-super-bowl-food-more/) - This past week I took some much needed time off, which isn't always the easiest thing for me to do. I'm just not a "time off" kinda gal. I mean, sure I can relax for an hour or two. But after that I start to get bored and antsy. I like doing things and staying
- [Friday Five: Cozy Poufs, Spring Decor from World Market, Botox Chat + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-decor-from-world-market/) - Whew, it's been a busy week over here! The painters came yesterday afternoon to start caulking and painting our herringbone wall. We have the best painters and they're super affordable, so we always try to use them for our painting projects. Such sweet guys! But I can't wait to share what color I chose for
- [Organize with Me! Organized Kitchen Cabinets {Vlog}](https://sarahjoyblog.com/organize-with-me-vlog/) - Wanna know what I've been up to lately?! You can probably guess by the title of today's post--I've been ORGANIZING ALL THE THINGS. Yep, the decluttering/purging craze continues around here (I posted about it last week here). Now I'm moving on to organization in the kitchen. I'm certainly no pro, but I'm figuring it out
- [Walmart Decor and Furniture Finds--So Many Good Things!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/walmart-decor-finds-so-many-good-things/) - One of my favorite things to do is put together affordable decor roundups. It's just fun to search out good finds and create a little collection of things that have my SJB stamp of approval. Obviously my picks won't suit everyone, but if you love the same kind of style/vibe then I hope these are
- [The Herringbone Wall in My Office is Painted!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-herringbone-wall-is-painted/) - Happpppppy weekend!! You guys, the herringbone wall in my office has been painted and I could NOT wait to share it with you! I had the hardest time deciding on the color, but I went with the minty blue and I LOVE it. It fits this room perfectly and it just brightens up the whole
- [Cozy Boho Inspired Corner in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-boho-inspired-corner-in-the-basement/) - Happppppy Super Bowl Sunday! I don't know about you, but I'm SO excited for today's game. We're big football fans over here, so today is always a fun celebration. We make all the food, stay in cozy clothes and just enjoy the day to the fullest. I love it! Anyway, today I wanted to pop
- [Easy DIY Herringbone Wall Tutorial](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-diy-herringbone-wall-tutorial/) - The herringbone wall in my office is done!! My husband was such a trooper and got it done in super quick. And I LOVE it. I can't believe how much it changed the look of this space. Now all we have left to do is decide on the paint color. I keep back and forth,
- [Painted Trim & Doors- A Big Change Upstairs!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-big-change-upstairs/) - Omgggggggggg. YOU GUYS. I can't even contain my excitement right now because we finally completed a huge project that I've been waiting on for over three years now. We painted trim & doors upstairs! Now I know that probably doesn't sound like a super exciting or glamorous project, but I've been dreaming about doing this
- [How I Make Collagen Coffee](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-i-make-collagen-coffee/) - Anyone in the mood for coffee? I hope so because today I'm chatting all about how I make my collagen coffee, which I've become 10000% obsessed with lately. I mentioned it briefly in my January favorites post, but today I thought it would be fun to share how I use it in my daily routine. There
- [Cottage Style Kids Bedroom Reveal!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cottage-style-kids-bedroom-reveal/) - You guys!! It's a very exciting Monday here on the blog because I finally get to share the cottage style kids' bedroom makeover. Eeeek!! If you've been around for a while you might know that I've been slowly working on this space for a few months now. But then it got put on the back
- [Easy Front Room Updates](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-front-room-updates/) - This post (Easy Front Room Updates) is in partnership with Walmart. Thank you for supporting the brands & opportunities that make this blog possible! Well it happened--I'm officially over winter. I'm over the cold. Over the gloomy days. Over the snow. Allllll of it. Last week was so dang cold and I'm just tired of
- [Spring Candles for your Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/something-fun-for-spring/) - Good morning sunshine!! Ok, so I know I don't normally blog on Wednesdays anymore, but I wanted to pop in here quick today with some exciting news--I have a new coupon code for Antique Candle Co. Whoot whoot!! Who needs some new spring candles in there life?! If you've been around a for a while
- [Spring Clothing Haul from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-clothing-haul-from-walmart/) - Goooooood morning sunshine and happy Monday to you!! Today is a fun day here on the ol' bloggity blog because I'm talking about SPRING clothing. Whoot whoot! I figured now that it's officially April this would be the perfect post to start off the month. And I've actually been really excited about this one because
- [Farmhouse Style Window Seat Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-window-seat-makeover/) - Happppppppy Monday beautiful people!! I hope you are feeling bright eyed and ready to take on a fresh new week. I know I am and today I'm sooooooo excited because this post is one I've been looking forward to for a while and it's all about the farmhouse style window seat makeover we just did
- [50 Summer Activities for Kids](https://sarahjoyblog.com/50-summer-activities-for-kids/) - You guys! I am SO excited for today's post because I'm sharing 50 summer activities for kids. I've been working on this for a while and it's actually been a lot of fun to put together. I have fun ideas for little ones and older kiddos too, so hopefully this helps if you're looking for
- [Kitchen Tile Makeover!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/kitchen-tile-makeover/) - You guys!! The kitchen tile project I shared about last week is officially DONE. After four years, my old dingy 1980's tile is finally gone! All the work was finished on Friday afternoon. I have to say--it's even better than I imagined it would be. It totally transformed the look of our kitchen and somehow
- [Target Haul--Cozy Tops + Bright Colors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-haul-cozy-tops-bright-colors/) - Anyone browse through the clothing section at Target recently?! They've got all sorts of cute things our for spring right now and I even saw SWIMSUITS. It's getting me so excited for warmer weather, even though we still have lots of cold days ahead. A girl can dream, right?! Anyway, I picked up a few
- [Friday Five: Area Rug Tip, Home Office Progress, Valentine's Day Finds + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-area-rug-tip-home-office-progress-valentines-day-finds-more/) - Hallelujah we made it to Friday! How was your week?? It's been pretty good around here--I had a few really productive days and a few not-so-productive days. I feel like my energy is so up and down this month. I don't know what the deal is, but I've been on the struggle bus. And I
- [New Studio McGee Launch at Target!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-studio-mcgee-launch-at-target/) - I'm not kidding when I say that I've been counting down to today's Studio McGee launch at Target for weeks now. And I'm embarrassed to say I even had a dream about it. How weird is that?! Anyway, I woke up super early today to go through the new launch and round up my favorites. This new line
- [DIY Bench in the Living Room + New SelectBlinds Code](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-bench-in-the-living-room-new-selectblinds-code/) - Anyone else in a bit of a funk this week? I just can't seem to get my creative energy going these past few days. It's frustrating. But I know it's probably due to all the craziness happening in the world right now. I obviously don't talk politics or current events here, but dang. We've all
- [Let's Go Antiquing](https://sarahjoyblog.com/lets-go-antiquing/) - Ok, first I want to thank you all for the incredibly kinds words and excitement over my candle announcement on Monday. I am so grateful for this community and just honored to have so much support from you all. I don't know if I'll have time to get back to every single comment and message,
- [A Vintage Door + Botanical Art on the Stairs](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-vintage-door-botanical-art-on-the-stairs/) - You guys, the school germs have already hit our household. Yep. We're only one week in and both of my older kiddos are down with high fevers and body aches. Crazy, right? That's gotta be some kind of record. Now to be fair I'm not positive they got sick from school, but I'd say there's
- [Farmhouse Style Home Office](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-home-office-8/) - I have to admit, I've been a total slacker when it comes to using my home office space this summer. Most of the time I either work on the couch, at the kitchen table, or at my little vanity desk. Now that school is back in session, I want to start using my farmhouse style
- [Easy Fall Decorating Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-fall-decoring-ideas/) - Oh boy, it's been a busy week over here. But I'm happy to report this has been one of the most productive weeks I've had in a while (say "hello, simple and easy fall decorating ideas!). Monday started with four straight hours at my computer and on the phone with my lovely accountant. Yeah, that
- [Simple Fall Porch Decor + Fall Guidebook!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-fall-porch-decor-fall-guidebook/) - It's happening you guys! I'm slowly but surely getting my fall decor out. This weekend I spent some time going through all of my fall stash and it definitely got me excited to start busting out those cute pumpkins. This year I want to be really intentional with my seasonal decor and I'm planning to
- [Styling the Media Wall Built-In](https://sarahjoyblog.com/styling-the-media-wall-built-in/) - One of my favorite things in our entire house is the media wall built-in down in our basement. It was something I dreamt about way before we ever even bought the house--I knew exactly what I wanted it to look like. I can remember meeting with our contractor and describing to him in an excessive
- [Target Decor + Furniture Favorites in My Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-decor-furniture-favorites-in-my-home/) - If you've been around here for a hot minute, you probably know that I love shopping at Target. Some might call it an obsession, but I just call it plain good sense. The prices are super affordable, shipping is quick, and their decor and furniture selection has been amazing for a few years now (hellllllo
- [The Best Fall Pillows](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-fall-pillows/) - Who wants to talk about fall pillows?! I sure hope you're raising your hand right now because that's on the docket today--we're chatting about the best, coziest fall pillows in all the land. Really, these are hands down my favorite pillows ever and they're all from With Lavender and Grace. If you've been around for
- [5 Essentials for a Cozy + Organized Home this Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-essentials-for-a-cozy-organized-home-this-fall/) - It's really starting to feel like fall here in good ol' Colorado. Football is back on the TV, the temperatures are getting cooler, especially in the morning, school routines are back in full swing, and the leaves are even starting to change. In fact, we have leaves falling from a few of the trees in
- [Chalk Painted 18 Drawer Wooden Cubby](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-painted-18-drawer-wooden-cubby-4/) - Good morning buttercup and happy Monday to youuuuuuu! First off before I share my chalk painted wooden cubby, I just want to say thank you to everyone that took time to leave a comment on my last post regarding the future of blogging. All of your kind and thoughtful words truly touched my heart and
- [Cozy Fall Patio + 12 Fall Doormats](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-patio-12-fall-doormats/) - We just got home from a little weekend road trip to visit my sweet grandma. Our entire family got together to celebrate her 93rd birthday. Isn't that amazing?! NINETY THREE years old. She's seriously one of the sweetest humans on the planet and it was such a fun weekend celebrating her and spending time with
- [Farmhouse Style Christmas Decor from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-christmas-decor-from-walmart-4/) - I know what you're thinking. And I agree. It's a bit too early to start thinking about Christmas. BUT in my defense we did have snow a few days ago and that got me dreaming about all things Christmas. And then I went into Walmart last week and they're already in full blown Christmas mode
- [Toy Gift Guide for Kids Under $50](https://sarahjoyblog.com/toy-gift-guide-for-kids-under-50/) - Gooooood morning sunshine! Today I am SO excited to share another gift guide and this one is all about TOYS (or more importantly- toy gifts UNDER $50!). As a mama of three little ones, I can tell you that I've become quite the toy connoisseur over the last few years. And there's not much I
- [Easy Christmas DIY with Copper Spray Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-christmas-diy-copper-spray-paint/) - Well it's happening. Christmas decor is slowly but surely starting to come out of storage. I'm finally getting in the mood to deck the halls, but I'm not rushing into it this year And I gotta say--is kinda nice taking things slow. I feel like in years past I've decorated a bit too early and
- [My Favorite Skincare Holiday Kits!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-skincare-holiday-kits/) - Today I'm excited to be chatting about one of my favorite things: SKINCARE! I'm sharing the best skincare holiday kits from Tula and you guys, they absolutely NAILED it this year. These kits are incredible, not only as gifts, but especially if you've been wanting to try Tula. Their skincare holiday kits are hands down
- [Quick Playroom Makeover!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/quick-playroom-makeover/) - This weekend my goal was to do a quick and easy makeover on the kids' playroom, which is actually a little nook in our bonus room in the basement. I've been meaning to spruce it up for a while now because it was basically the most uninviting play area ever. So yesterday I decided to
- [Friday Five: Console Table, Pink Pillows, New Lock Screen + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-console-table-pink-pillows-new-lock-screen-more/) - Hallelujah we made it to Friday! Cue the happy dance. It's been a surprisingly long week over here. And I don't know why, but I just couldn't get my creative energy going at all this week. I just kinda felt blah, which is never fun. I hate when I feel that way, especially when my
- [Our Cozy Christmas Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-cozy-christmas-living-room/) - Very exciting things are happening around here. You guys, we got a water softener yesterday. Yep. I'm now the proud owner of a metal tank that softens water. And you know what? I'm giddy about it. I guess you've reached a boring level of adulthood when a water softener is exciting. But really, we have
- [Cozy Winter Finds at TJ Maxx](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-winter-finds-at-tj-maxx/) - Jumping in again for another post today to share some cozy winter finds from TJ Maxx. You guys know how much I love TJ Max-- it's seriously the best place to buy things like affordable faux greenery and wicker baskets. They just released a bunch of new home decor and furniture for cozy winter, so I
- [Five Finds Under $20 From Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-finds-under-20-from-walmart/) - Morning sunshine! And happy Tuesday to you. I'm currently sitting at my dining table, drinking a giant cup of coffee and trying not to feel sick. The crud Aves had last week has now spread to me, which isn't really a surprise considering the numerous times she coughed or sneezed directly into my face. But
- [Chalk Painted Barn Door TV Cover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-painted-barn-door-tv-cover/) - Yesterday afternoon I was in the mood for a little DIY action, so I decided to bust out the ol' chalk paint and give my barn door TV covers a fresh new look. I was getting bored with the white and I was ready to make a change. We've had these doors in our living
- [DIY "Antique" Books in Five Minutes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-antique-books-in-five-minutes/) - Anyone else feel like this week is dragging on forever or is it just me? I usually never feel like that, but SHEESH. This week has been so slow and kinda blah to be honest. I don't really know why, it's just been one of those blah kinda weeks. I'm ready for January to be
- [Decorate With Me: Wooden Bowl from Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/decorate-with-me-wooden-bowl-from-target/) - Morning buttercup and happy Tuesday! I thought it would be fun to start a new series here on the blog today called Decorate With Me. This series is all about how to style one specific decor piece in lots of different ways. I'm always picking up new decor, so I figured why not share simple
- [10 Cool Vintage Finds from Etsy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-cool-vintage-finds-from-etsy/) - Anyone feel like a little antique shopping on Etsy today?! I sure hope so because that's what I have on the docket for you! I haven't done one of these posts in a LONG time, so I sat down with a cup of coffee yesterday afternoon and browsed through Etsy for a while. My love
- [Living Room Spring Refresh with Amazon Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/living-room-spring-refresh-amazon-finds/) - Goooood morning sunshine and happy Monday to you! I hope you're feeling bright eyed and ready to take on a brand new week. Can you believe it's the last week of February?! This month has really flown by and I'm not mad about it one bit. We're now one month closer to spring and warmer
- [Review of the Nespresso Vertuo Coffee Maker](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-the-nespresso-vertuo-coffee-maker/) - If you've been around the blog for more than a few minutes you probably know that I'm a hard core coffee lover. Coffee is seriously one of my favorite simple pleasures in life and I'm not kidding when I say that I go to bed at night thinking about my coffee the next morning. Crazy,
- [Decorate With Me: Boho Planter Three Ways](https://sarahjoyblog.com/boho-planter-three-ways/) - Anyone else loving this time change?! My husband and I went to drive by a house last night at 6:30pm and there was still so much sunlight left! It was amazing. I love this time of year because it finally feels like we're on the down hill slope of winter. Obviously we still have plenty
- [Simple and Rustic Mantel Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-and-rustic-mantel-makeover/) - I don't know about you, but any time I'm feeling extra stressed or anxious there are three things that really help me: prayer, going for a run, and doing something creative. Prayer is definitely my best stress-reliever, but being creative has always been a great outlet for me too. I LOVE working with my hands,
- [Friday Five: Why I Don't Pay Attention to Trends, Painted Mirror, Sales + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-why-i-dont-pay-attention-to-trends-painted-mirror-sales-more/) - Well hello there and happpppppy Friday to you! Did this week fly by for anyone else?! I don't know how it's already Friday, but I'm not complaining. It was a good week over here for the most part. But I did avoid watching the news as much as possible because my heart just can't take
- [The Best Spring Wreaths from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-spring-wreaths-from-amazon/) - Anyone in the mood for a little retail therapy today?! Or at least a small distraction from all the craziness happening right now? I sure hope so, because I've rounded up the best spring wreaths from Amazon. I found over thirty wreaths and they're all under $40! All of these wreaths are bright and happy
- [Maple Almond Butter Protein Balls](https://sarahjoyblog.com/maple-almond-butter-protein-balls-6/) - Well I've made a decision my friends. I'm going to blog as much as I possibly can over the next few weeks in an effort to distract myself from the madness happening in the world right now. I need this creative outlet now more than ever, so here we goooooooo! Let's kick this self-isolation/quarantine in
- [Simple Farmhouse Style Dining Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-dining-room/) - I don't know about you, but the longer this quarantine goes on the more I'm starting to appreciate all the things I took for granted before this happened. Like going to the movies, hanging out with family and friends, watching my kids play sports, and simple trips to town. I'm also starting to learn a
- [Painted Bench + Staircase Landing Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/painted-bench-landing-decor/) - You know what's awesome?! It was SEVENTY TWO degrees here yesterday. The sun was shining, the birds were singing, and it was glorious. And you better believe I was loving every single second of it. We've actually had pretty nice weather lately and I'm soaking it in while I can. Especially with all the craziness
- [Boho Farmhouse Spring Home Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/boho-farmhouse-spring-home-decor-6/) - It's funny that this post is about spring home decor because we've been in a blizzard here for the last two days. It's been a full blown winter wonderland. And as you might imagine, I've been thrilled about it. And by thrilled I mean tired of it. Can't spring just stick around for good?! Is
- [Morning Skincare Routine + New Favorite SUNSCREEN!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/skincare-routine-new-sunscreen/) - OK first off before we dive into my morning skincare routine, I just want to thank you all for the insanely sweet comments on my post yesterday. Seriously, you guys blow me away with your kindness. Those few negative comments were quickly drowned out by all your love and I just can't thank you enough
- [Affordable Spring Walmart Haul](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-spring-walmart-haul/) - Well it was an exciting weekend around here my friends. We spent pretty much the entire day Saturday cleaning the house from top to bottom. And when I say cleaning, I mean real, down and dirty cleaning. You know, like wiping down baseboards and all that pesky stuff you avoid doing for as long as
- [Simple Olive Tree Mantel](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-olive-tree-mantel/) - Good morning buttercup and happppppy Wednesday! Can you believe we're already halfway through the week?! This week is scooting along pretty quickly over here, which I'm not complaining about. Every day that goes by gets us closer to the end of this quarantine situation. Colorado only has a few more days of our stay-at-home order
- [Review of the 2020-2021 Erin Condren LifePlanner Binder](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-the-2020-2021-erin-condren-lifeplanner-binder/) - For the first time in weeks I woke up before 6AM this morning. It was 5:41 to be exact. And you know what?! It wasn't as painful as I thought it would be. In fact, I feel pretty good as I sit here in the quiet, listening to my beloved coffee brew in the kitchen.
- [Small and Functional Mudroom + My Favorite Storage Baskets](https://sarahjoyblog.com/small-and-functional-mudroom-my-favorite-storage-baskets/) - One of the rooms I don't share very often here on the ol' blog is our small and functional mudroom. And the reasons for that are threefold: 1) it's tiny and hard to photograph; 2) it doesn't have a lot of natural light; 3) it usually looks like a HOT MESS. Plus on top of
- [Current Skincare Routine + Shape Tape Kit Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/current-skincare-routine-shape-tape-sale/) - Well I'm on week two of waking up early and so far it hasn't been too terrible. Sure, I'm usually exhausted by 3pm, but I think my body is starting to get used to this early routine again. And I have to admit, that quiet time in the morning is totally worth it. Fingers crossed
- [My Free Design eBook!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/free-design-ebook/) - My First Ever Design e-Book! I'm so excited to share that I've written my first ever design e-book. Whoot whoot!! And best of all--it's totally FREE. In this simple guide I'm sharing my top five design tips for creating a cozy and welcoming home. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or stuck when it comes to
- [My New Year Essentials + Goals for 2021](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-new-year-essentials-goals-for-2021/) - Well how is everyone doing on their New Year resolutions/goals/intentions?! I actually did a little poll a few days ago over on Instagram stories and I was amazed to see that a huge percentage of people don't even bother making resolutions anymore. Lots of people said they're more into making intentions for the new year,
- [My Rug Collection + Tips for Choosing the Perfect Rug](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tips-for-choosing-the-perfect-rug/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Wednesday to you!! Today is a very special day because my little guy is turning NINE YEARS OLD today. I can't even believe it. I'm emotional just thinking about how fast the last nine years have gone. I can still remember exactly what it was like bringing him home for
- [New Walmart Decor Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-walmart-decor-finds/) - Every now and then when I'm watching my shows at night I like to grab my computer and browse through a few of my favorite stores for new decor. Not necessarily to buy anything, but I just like looking at what's new. Anyone else do that?! It's basically like online window shopping! Anyway, I was
- [Outdoor Decor Week: Summer Patio Decor!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-patio-decor/) - Happppppy Monday!! It's officially outdoor decor week here on the blog!! Cue the happy dance. I've been so excited to start sharing easy outdoor decorating ideas with you all, so I figured why not just kick off the summer season with a full week of outdoor spaces. I know we're not technically to summer just
- [My Favorite Outdoor Decor Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-outdoor-decor-ideas/) - It's day three of Outdoor Decor Week! I hope you guys are enjoying this week as much as I am. But I gotta admit, it feels good to be inspired again. I was in such a creative funk there for a while (thank you quarantine) however, I feel like I'm finally coming out of that
- [Lemon Inspired Farmhouse Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/lemon-inspired-farmhouse-porch-11/) - The fact that today is May 21st is really blowing my mind right now. It's almost JUNE, which is hard to believe. And you know what's even crazier? We're almost half way through the year. That's insane, right?! This has been the weirdest, craziest year of my life and I'm guessing we all feel that
- [The Top 20 Reader Favorites in 2020](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-top-20-reader-favorites-in-2020/) - Happy 2021!!! You guys, we made it to a brand new year. I am SO glad 2020 is over and I'm fully expecting this next year to be amazing. I'm manifesting great things and I hope you are too! I thought it would be fun to take a few minutes today to share my top
- [My Son's Cozy Loft!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-sons-cozy-loft/) - One of the things I love about this home is that my son has his own little cozy loft/bedroom area that is on the second level our of house. It's the only room up there, so he has the place all to himself and he LOVES it. I'm actually kinda jealous, because it's seriously the
- [Furniture Options for the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/furniture-options-for-the-basement/) - Now that the basement is finished, it's time for the best part--FURNITURE!! I've been anxiously waiting for this part of the process and I'm so excited that it's finally here. I can't wait to make that a super cozy, comfortable space for our family. And I thought it would be fun today to share some
- [New Living Room Layout](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-living-room-layout/) - Well after three months of constantly re-arranging our living room layout and trying to figure out what in the heck to do with this new space, I finally got it! It finally clicked and I'm so happy to say this room is officially DONE (except for the ceiling beams and fireplace built-ins that are coming soon).
- [Deals for Days Finds at Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/deals-for-days-finds-at-walmart/) - Anyone else noticing that Black Friday deals are already starting to roll out?? I think retailers are realizing that holiday shopping looks different this year, so they're busting out the deals early and getting creative. I'm all about it--I say bring on the bargains alllll month long! Right now Walmart is doing a HUGE sale
- [Friday Five: Chicken Coop, Cozy Clothes + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-chicken-coop-more/) - Well helllllllo there and happy Friday to you! How was your week? It's kinda been a wonky few days over here to be honest. Lots going on behind the scenes and all the crap happening in the world right now is just getting me down. I've been working really hard at staying positive lately, but
- [Ultimate Gift Guide for Mom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/ultimate-gift-guide-for-mom/) - I woke up this morning at 4:30AM, which was super duper fun. I don't know why, but for some reason my allergies were acting up and I was a sneezing mess. Anyway, I couldn't fall back asleep, so I just decided to get up and start the day. I get up early anyway so it
- [Last Minute Gift Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/last-minute-gift-ideas/) - You guys, it's GO TIME. I can't believe Christmas is right around the corner, which means it's time to get any last minute shopping done pronto. As usual, I'm totally behind on my shopping this year. I always say I'm going to get it all done on Black Friday weekend and then it never happens.
- [Christmas Decor Storage Finds From Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-decor-storage-finds-from-amazon/) - Well hello there and happy Sunday to you! I'm curled up on the couch right now, watching the sun come up over the hills, and enjoying a lazy morning. We had the best Christmas and even though it was simple, I loved it. Just being with my sweet little fam is always my favorite thing.
- [Simple Christmas Kitchen](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-christmas-kitchen/) - Goooood morning sunshine and happy Monday! I'm currently sitting cozy on the couch after a busy weekend full of Christmas festivities. We actually went to the Gaylord Hotel over the weekend and it was SO much fun. Things were obviously different because of COVID and we were all wearing masks the entire time, but it
- [How to Transition From Christmas to Winter Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/transition-christmas-winter-decor/) - Hey hey friends! Can you believe Christmas is officially over? I'm always amazed at how fast it comes and goes. We had such an amazing day--we ate lots of delicious food and didn't get out of our PJs all day, which is a ginormous win in my book. And as much as I'm sad to
- [My Top Five Favorite Books of 2020](https://sarahjoyblog.com/top-five-favorite-books-of-2020/) - One of the ways I *tried* to stay sane in 2020 was by reading. I got in the habit of reading before bed when the pandemic was bad in the spring and quickly fell in love with that routine. I still do it now and at the risk of sounding dramatic, it's been life changing.
- [My Top 10 Amazon Finds in May--Supplements + Beauty](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-top-10-amazon-finds-in-may/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Monday to you!! It's been quiet around the ol' blog lately and I apologize for that. I honestly just needed a little break and down time. Last week felt really heavy with everything going on in the world and when that happens I need to take a step back and
- [The Ultimate Christmas Skillet Cookie](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-ultimate-christmas-skillet-cookie/) - One of my all-time favorite holiday traditions is baking with my kiddos. We all cram in the kitchen, turn on Christmas music and bake up something delicious. And there's no other time of year where you can indulge in some extra sweets and not feel too bad about it, right?! I think so. Anyway, today
- [Gift Guide For The Home Decor Lover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-guide-for-the-home-decor-lover/) - Today's gift guide is for the home decor lover! I definitely fall in that category, so I wanted to make a great list of gift options for anyone that loves to create a cozy and beautiful home. This could work for just about anyone on your list--I have gifts as low as $20 here and
- [The Best Black Friday Sales!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-black-friday-sales/) - Happy Black Friday my sweet friends!! I'm currently sitting in my sweats and cozy on the couch after a wonderful day with my family yesterday. It was such a simple, yet special day in our new home and I can't help but feel very grateful for all of God's blessings. Even though 2020 has been
- [New (Affordable!) Skincare Products I'm Trying](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-affordable-skincare-products-im-trying/) - You know what's crazy?! There are only twenty five days til Christmas. TWENTY FIVE. Isn't that nuts? The last few few weeks have zipped by so quick and it's been a bit of a blur to be honest. But I'm not complaining. I'm ready for allllll the holiday cheer. I think we could all use
- [The Best Winter Coat + Hat](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-winter-coat-hat/) - A few weeks ago I decided to finally embrace the cold weather life here in Colorado and get myself some good winter lady essentials. I got a pair of snow pants, new snow boots, fuzzy fleece lined ear warmers, and even wool socks. I definitely stocked up on warm clothing, but I still needed a
- [Vintage Christmas Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/vintage-christmas-porch/) - Only fifteen days til Christmas!! Can you believe it?! My kiddos are getting SO excited and it's just fun to see the joy of this season through them. There's obviously a lot of junk happening in the world right now, so I'm extra grateful for my sweet kiddos and their precious hearts. Their joy and
- [Five Cozy Winter Sweaters Under $20](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-cozy-winter-sweaters-under-20/) - I've decided my winter uniform is a cozy sweater, black jeans, and wedge sneakers. That's what I seem to wear 90% of the time these days and I'm not mad about it. Bring on all the comfy clothes this winter! I know a lot of you are the same way, so today I'm excited to
- [The Best Tarte Sale of the Year!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-tarte-sale-of-the-year/) - Calling all Tarte lovers! It's an exciting day because today is the biggest Tarte sale of the whole year--it's the Tarte CUSTOM KIT sale!! This sale only comes around once a year and it's seriously the best time to stock up on your favorites, try new products or even do some very early Christmas shopping.
- [DIY Flocked Mini Christmas Trees](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-snow-can/) - I went through all of my holiday decor and realized that I wasn't loving my dark green mini trees. I had lots of them last year, they were literally scattered all over the house. But this time around I just wasn't digging the dark green anymore. I wanted more of a frosty white Christmas this
- [Indoor Playhouse DIY Project](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-indoor-playhouse/) - One of the quirky things I love about this house is that its full of random nooks/alcoves. At first sight they're not the most glamorous thing in the world, but there's so much potential in these little spots. Today I am sharing how we transformed an empty alcove into an indoor playhouse in our basement.
- [Affordable Summer Dresses from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-summer-dresses-walmart/) - Good morning sunshine and happppppy Friday!! I'm currently sitting on my back patio with a cup of iced coffee, watching the kiddos play in the yard and relishing in the fact that we are officially on summer break. VIRTUAL HIGH FIVE. I wasn't sure we'd make it there for a while, but we're finally done
- [Outdoor Garden Storage Cabinet](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outdoor-garden-storage-cabinet/) - Good morning sunshine!! And happy Tuesday to you. It's seriously starting to feel like summer here in Colorado. It was EIGHTY FOUR degrees yesterday. It was actually so hot I needed to turn the air conditioner on in our house. Crazy, right?! Colorado weather is so unpredictable this time of year, but I'm really starting
- [Simple + Cozy Deck for Summer](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-cozy-deck-for-summer/) - Well we've made it to day five of Outdoor Decor Week!! It's been fun, right?! I've definitely enjoyed it and I hope you have too. Today's post is the grand finale and it's all about a simple + cozy deck for summer. I just did a little makeover on this area and it turned out
- [Restyling My Antique Hutch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/restyling-my-antique-hutch/) - Well how was your Easter?! It was actually snowing and freezing cold here yesterday (gotta love Colorado) but we made the most of the day. We watched church online, had lots of a yummy food and stayed in PJs all day long. It was pretty great, despite the fact that we couldn't do a big
- [Boho Style Vanity Desk: My Favorite Space](https://sarahjoyblog.com/favorite-space-boho-style-vanity-desk/) - Gooooood morning buttercup and happy Tuesday to you!! I woke up early this morning to work on this post, but our internet was being wonky so I got to spend the first twenty minutes of the day sorting that out. I'm actually really bad with technology, so in general when things go wrong I have
- [Table Makeover with Chalk Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/table-makeover-with-chalk-paint/) - Fabulous news my friends--my favorite consignment store is back open! I dropped by there this past weekend and it felt so good to see that cute little place up and running again. There were other human beings there and everything. Obviously we all had masks on, but it was GREAT. I thoroughly enjoyed it. And
- [Boho Style Patio + Outdoor Egg Chairs Under $500](https://sarahjoyblog.com/boho-style-patio-outdoor-egg-chairs-under-500/) - I have a growing obsession with egg chairs. Although I have to say, I wish they had a different name. I mean, who came up with the name "egg chair" anyway? I can think of about a dozen better names--like basket chair, oval chair, round wicker chair, etc. But it doesn't matter what I think.
- [Walmart's Express Delivery-Honest Review](https://sarahjoyblog.com/honest-review-of-walmarts-express-delivery/) - A few weeks ago I was super honored to try out Walmart's Express Delivery. And as a self-professed homebody, I obviously jumped at the opportunity to try it out for myself. I'm all about getting as much as I can delivered right now, especially in this crazy busy season of life, so my answer was
- [Cozy Fall Finds From Abercrombie](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-finds-abercrombie/) - Good morning and happy Sunday! I woke up early this morning for no reason and couldn't fall back asleep, so I took the opportunity to get up and enjoy the quiet house. I made coffee, read my devotional for the day, and then sat at my kitchen table and enjoyed the view. One thing I've
- [Affordable Christmas Decor Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-christmas-decor-finds/) - I know it's only November 2nd and it's probably a bit too early to start talking about Christmas decor, but I gotta admit--I'm getting excited to decorate for the holidays. I don't plan on starting for another two weeks, but I've already started shopping for a few new things! Target has TONS of great affordable
- [My Favorite Christmas Tree + More Affordable Options](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-christmas-tree-more-affordable-options/) - Well it's happening. I'm getting the itch to start decorating for Christmas. I know I'm way behind compared to some of you (my Instagram feed is exploding with Christmas decor) but I just haven't felt the need to start yet. And I gotta say--it's really nice to just relax until the mood hits. Some years
- [The Ultimate Gift Guide For Men](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-ultimate-gift-guide-for-men/) - Good morning and cheers to a fresh new week! I'm currently drinking my second cup of coffee and enjoying a slow morning. We just got home from a little weekend trip and the kids are officially on Thanksgiving Break. I am so excited to lay low this week and enjoy some extra time with them!
- [Colorful Christmas Dining Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/colorful-christmas-dining-room/) - It's hard to believe this will be my sixth year sharing Christmas decor here on the blog. My first ever post was a Christmas home tour in 2015. Looking back at those photos makes me cringe a little, but goodness gracious--time sure flies when you're having fun! It's crazy to look back and see how much
- [Christmas Decor in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-decor-in-the-basement/) - I wonder if I'll ever start a blog post without rambling. Probably not. So here goes---I'm already thinking about New Year's resolutions. I know it's way too early and it's silly to even go there in my mind already, but I LOVE January. Something about the fresh new beginning really motivates me to get my
- [The Best Manly Man's Gift Guide](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-manly-mans-gift-guide/) - Goooooood morning and happy Friday buttercup! I am seriously so excited for today's post because my husband did me a HUGE favor and came up with the best manly man's gift guide for you guys! He hand picked each and every one of these items and many of them he owns and loves. I don't
- [Shiplap + Painted Fireplace in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-shiplap-painted-fireplace-in-the-living-room/) - You guys!! I finally got to do a project I've been dreaming about since early June. Seriously, from the very first time we came into this house on a rainy Sunday afternoon I knew I wanted to shiplap on the tall wall in the living room. Since then I've been basically counting down the days
- [Simple + Cozy Living Room for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-living-room-for-fall/) - Good morning and happy Thursday! So I know I just shared a post about our living room last week and there's a good chance you're probably not ready to see it again so soon, BUT I just spruced it up our living room for fall and it's so dang cute! I really didn't do too
- [Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Hood Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/modern-farmhouse-kitchen-hood-makeover/) - Howdy ho there and happy Tuesday to you! I'm getting this post up late today because the honest truth is I couldn't get my booty out of bed this morning. I usually set my alarm for 5:15am on weekdays so I can work and get some things done before the kiddos get up and we
- [Top 10 Recent Amazon Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/top-10-recent-amazon-finds/) - It's been a hot minute since I've done an Amazon roundup of my recent orders/finds, so I figured why not do it today?! I've found quite a few new things on Amazon lately, plus I've re-ordered a couple favorites that I love and use all the time. Here's my top 10 list from the last
- [Fall Basics from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-basics-from-walmart/) - Helllllllo there and happy Monday to you!! First I just want to thank you guys for the kind comments on my basement post yesterday. Seriously, I'm so grateful for this amazing community. You all ROCK. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your words of support and encouragement. Very blessed to have you all!!
- [Modern Farmhouse Basement (Furniture is Here!)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/modern-farmhouse-basement-furniture-is-here/) - I'm trying to contain my excitement as I write this, but HOLY SMOKES THE BASEMENT FURNITURE IS HERE! You guys, I literally started crying when everything got delivered because I just can't believe this project is finally complete. When we first looked at this house over six months ago, we knew right away that finishing the
- [Cozy Family Room for Christmas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-family-room-for-christmas/) - Happy weekend sunshine!! I'm currently curled up on the couch, coffee in hand, with a giant cinnamon roll. Sounds like heaven right?! My mom made us cinnamon rolls a few days ago and holy smokes I could eat an entire tray of them. Seriously, they're so dang good. I actually shared the recipe last year,
- [Tarte Custom Kit Sale + Bundles](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tarte-custom-kit-sale-bundles/) - It's time again! The Tarte custom kit sale is here! This only happens a few times a year and it's seriously the best. You get to choose 7 full size items, 6 products + a makeup bag, for $63 (retail would be over $200!). I've been a Tarte lover for YEARS now, so I always
- [25 Fall Decor Finds Under $25](https://sarahjoyblog.com/25-fall-decor-finds-under-25/) - It's hard to believe that I've made it this far into September without touching a single pumpkin. In the past I would have already had the entire house decked out for fall by now, but our recent move has definitely derailed that plan. I've barely thought about fall decor to be honest, but I think
- [Fall Tablescape Essentials](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-tablescape-essentials-2/) - Now that we have our formal dining room back, I'm starting to think about all the fun holidays coming up and how I want to decorate that space! I've never been a huge tablescape kinda gal, but this year I can't wait to do pretty tablescapes for fall, Thanksgiving and Christmas. I know many of
- [Simple + Easy Fall Front Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-easy-fall-front-porch/) - Gooooooood morning sunshine and happy Wednesday!! I'm so excited for today's post because it's my first fall decorating post of the season! And as always, I'm staring with this simple and easy fall front porch. I've done it this way for years now and it just feels like the right thing to do. That's what
- [Easy Fall Outfit Ideas from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-fall-outfit-ideas-from-walmart/) - Goooood morning sunshine and happy Thursday! This week is flying by and I'm not mad about it. Every day has been jam packed with so much--our kitchen hood project in underway, the media cabinet is being built in the basement along with all the walls being painted, and best of all our oven was FINALLY
- [Basement Progress Update](https://sarahjoyblog.com/basement-progress-update-11/) - Happpppy Sunday!! I'm popping in quick today to share a fun basement progress update. I can't believe I haven't done this yet, but there's been so much happening and now we're only a few weeks out from it being finished. Our basement was nothing but a concrete slab when we moved it and it was
- [Affordable Fall Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-fall-finds-from-amazon-2/) - Gooooood morning buttercup!! I thought it would be fun to round up ten affordable fall finds from Amazon. It's been a hot minute since I've done an Amazon round up and I found some good stuff today! FALL FINDS FROM AMAZON: Cozy Cable Knit Throw Pillow Cover: This pillow looks like a dupe for the
- [Finding a Sense of Home + Friday Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/finding-a-sense-of-home-friday-favorites/) - I have to be honest--this has been kinda a rocky week for me. There's been a few things going on behind the scenes that I haven't really talked about, plus I'm struggling to find a sense of home here at the new house. In a lot of ways I really miss the old house and
- [Warm Caramel Crumble SALE!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/warm-caramel-crumble-sale/) - Happy first day of fall!! Your nose is about to be the happiest sniffer around because my candle, Warm Caramel Crumble, is 20% off today. Eeeeek! I've been anxiously waiting for this day to come because I get questions alllll the time about a discount code for my candle. I only get a code once
- [Friday Favorites + Chit Chat](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-chit-chat/) - Today marks four weeks that we've been in the new house! Four weeks of living in the country. I really can't believe it's been that long already. I'm still unpacking boxes and trying to figure this place out, but it's been a lot of fun and the kids are loving it here. We also got
- [Cozy Spots in the House](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-spots-in-the-house-9/) - Helllllo there and good morning sunshine! I'm sorry it's been a little quiet around here the past few days. I honestly feel like every day I'm running a race and there just aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done. It's crazy town over here. But the house is really coming along now
- [New Studio McGee Collection at Target!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-studio-mcgee-collection/) - You guys!! The day is finally here--the brand new Studio McGee collection launches at Target TODAY. I've seriously had this day marked on my calendar for weeks now. I actually browsed the collection online back in August and I fell in love with SO many things. Really, I don't think there's ever been a new
- [Warm Caramel Crumble is BACK!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/warm-caramel-crumble-is-back/) - The wait is finally over my friends! Warm Caramel Crumble is back for early release TODAY, which means your nose is about to be the happiest sniffer around. I'm talking warm caramel, vanilla, a little apple and butter. It's basically dessert for your nose. And I don't know about you, but I've always considered a
- [DIY Drop Zone From Empty Closet](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-drop-zone-from-empty-closet/) - Good morning sunshine! I'm so excited to share today's post because we just finished my DIY drop zone in our entryway. I've been dreaming about doing this from the first day we saw the house back in May and I'm just so excited to finally see this come to life. My dad and I worked
- [Exciting News (We found new home!)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/exciting-house-update/) - I have some super exciting news to share today--we are officially under contract on our new home!!! Eeeeek!!!! You'll have to excuse my over-the-top excitement right now, but holy smokes this is actually happening. I can't believe it. It honestly feels a bit surreal because we have house hunted for well over a year now.
- [Friday Favorites: New Curtains, Black Hardware + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-new-curtains-black-hardware-more/) - Hallelujah, we made it to Friday!! Cue the jazz hands. It's been a crazy busy week over, but we got SO much done. I had my contractor that did our floors come back out and install wood floor in my bedroom closet, I replaced all the kitchen hardware, we got curtains hung up, landscapers are
- [Friday Favorites--Fall Candles, My Favorite Fleece + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-fall-candles-my-favorite-fleece-more/) - Well I'm getting this post up much later than I planned today because we had an unexpected trip the ER last night with my sweet little Aves. Right before bed she got her finger smashed in our back door (thanks to some very strong wind) and it was BAD. The cut was super deep, so
- [Life in the New House](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-in-the-new-house/) - Well helllllo there sunshine and happy Wednesday to you! I apologize for my absence over the last week or so--it's been crazy town over here as we've been moving into the new house and adjusting to life in the country. It's been exhausting and exciting all at the the same time. Plus the kids are
- [When Change is Hard](https://sarahjoyblog.com/when-change-is-hard/) - I've gone back and forth on whether or not I should write this post, but it's been on my heart all week, so I gotta be honest with you--this season of life we're in right now is new and exciting, but it also involves a LOT of change for our family. And so it's been
- [Five Finds Under $30 From Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-finds-under-30-from-walmart/) - Good morning sunshine!! I'm taking a quick break from moving and house updates today to share five finds under $30 from Walmart. Four of my finds are even under twenty bucks!! And I gotta say, they're all awesome. I found an amazing pair of jeans, cute booties, sneakers, and a beautiful cardigan. Plus that best part
- [How to Find the Best Decor on Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-find-the-best-decor-on-amazon/) - One of my guilty pleasures is browsing on Amazon. I have the app on my phone and it's a problem because I could easily spend waaaaaay too much time aimlessly looking at one random thing after the next. But as you know--they have EVERYTHING. I mean, they've basically taken over the world when it comes
- [Friday Favorites + Flops](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-flops-2/) - Holy smokes, what a crazy week this has been!! Every single day this week was jam packed with so much. I honestly can't remember the last time I had such a busy week. But it was all good things! There was a ton of work done at the new house (the new floors are looking
- [Nordstrom Anniversary Sale--Booties, Cardigans, Home + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/nordstrom-anniversary-sale-booties-cardigans-more/) - Gooooood morning sunshine and happy Thursday! I woke up early this morning to get a little work done before the day gets crazy. Things have been absolutely bananas around here!! SO much is getting done at the new house and there's already been a ton of progress on the new wood floors and basement. I
- [Introducing Our New Home!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/introducing-our-new-home/) - Well it finally happened--we got our new home!! We were able to close last week and I still can't believe it actually happened. I really wasn't sure we would ever see this day come with all the delays and setbacks we had over the last three months, but it finally all came together and now
- [The Best Faux Greenery at Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-faux-greenery-at-target-2/) - Howdy ho and happy Monday to you! I woke up at 5:25 this morning with a really fun sneezing fit. I don't know what's going on with my allergies this summer, but they've been all over the place. I'll be good for a few days then BAM. It hits me out of no where and
- [Friday Favorites + Flops](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-flops/) - Hellllllo there sunshine and happy Friday!! I'm currently drinking a fresh cup of coffee and trying to get this post wrapped up before we head to our final walkthrough for the new house this morning. Eeek! So much progress has happened over these last two weeks and we are at the final stages before closing.
- [7 Summer Skincare Favorites + Self Tanner!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/7-summer-skincare-favorites-self-tanner/) - Holy smokes, it's been a busy week over here! I've had lots of random things happening behind the scenes, and we've also been busy doing house stuff/bank stuff/loan stuff. I forgot how much time goes into simply getting everything lined up to purchase a new home. You have to submit tons of paperwork and fill
- [Friday Five: Moving Update, CBD Sale + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-moving-update-cbd-sale-more/) - Well hellllllo there and happy Friday to you!! I'm getting a late start to the day over here because I slept half the night in the girls' room and woke up with a kink in my neck. Those tiny beds always do that to me! We also slept in, which in a weird way I
- [New Cushion in the Reading Nook!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-cushion-in-the-reading-nook/) - One of my favorite spots in our home has always been my cozy reading nook. It was actually one of the very first projects we did when we moved in five years ago and I'll never forget how excited I was to turn that awkward and empty hole in the wall into the cutest little
- [My Tarte Foundation Picks--All 50% Off!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-tarte-foundation-picks-all-50-off/) - It's Sunday afternoon and I'm currently enjoying a fresh cup of coffee while watching a little HGTV. The kids have been swimming all afternoon, so they're happily curled up and enjoying Trolls World Tour. Perfect way to end the weekend! Anyway, I wanted to pop in super quick today because there's a huge sale happening
- [Favorites Back in Stock!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/favorites-back-in-stock/) - Helllllllo there good lookin' and happy Friday to you!! We've officially made it through another week. It was a special one around here--my sweet Ava Pearl turned three years old yesterday! I honestly can't believe she's already THREE. I feel like I just brought those squishy cheeks home from the hospital and then BOOM. Here
- [My Five Best Chalk Painting Projects](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-painting-projects/) - Over the last five years, one of my favorite things to share here on the blog is chalk painting projects. I've always loved finding old stuff to spruce up with a simple coat of paint! It's seriously one of my favorite things to do. Plus with chalk paint, there's basically no prep whatsoever, so it
- [My Favorite 4th of July Sales!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-4th-of-july-sales/) - Happy 4th of July all you wonderful people!! I hope you're having the best weekend so far. It's been pretty low key around here actually--I just go home from running across town to grab more wood floor samples for the new house and we're getting ready to BBQ now. Unfortunately we won't get to do
- [Friday Five: Life Lately, Weekend Sales + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-life-lately/) - Anyone else in disbelief that July 4th is TOMORROW?! It doesn't seem possible. I was talking with a good friend the other day and we both agreed that it doesn't even feel like summer break. With the kids home since March, it just kinda feels like we've been living in a weird time warp and
- [Affordable Summer Denim Finds + A Cute Bag](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-summer-denim-finds-a-cute-bag/) - You guys!! Thank you so much for all the amazing feedback on my last post about our kitchen pendants. I always love getting your input and it really helps me make a decision. Maybe I'll keep doing these kind of posts for the house as I order new things?! That might be fun. Anyway, let's
- [Light Fixture Options for the New House!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/light-fixture-options-for-the-new-house/) - I'm currently sitting at my kitchen table with a cup of coffee, trying not to get myself too worked up because we just found out we're closing on our new house in two weeks!! Eeeeeeeeeek! Things have progressed sooner than we expected, so closing got moved up. My mind is racing with a zillion things
- [Summer Decor in the Front Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-decor-in-the-front-room/) - It's kinda crazy to say this, but this is probably my last post about our front room. I can't believe our time at this house is coming to a close soon and I'm definitely feeling all the emotions right now. Of course I'm excited for this new adventure ahead, but I can't help but feel
- [Friday Five: Chalk Painting Project + Random Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-chalk-painting-project-random-favorites/) - I'll be honest, this week was a bit of an emotional rollercoaster for me. I had a few really good days and then a hard day. I know that's to be expected right now, so I try to give myself some grace on those hard days, but DANG. This is just a weird time in
- [Life Lately, Working From Home Essentials + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/working-from-home-essentials/) - High five my friends, we made it to another Friday. How are you holding up? This week has been much better for me compared to last week, which I'm very grateful for. But I still have my moments--it's such a crazy time in the world and my heart hurts for all of us. We're all
- [Abercrombie 50% Off Sale--My Picks!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/abercrombie-50-off-sale-my-picks/) - Good morning and happpppppy Monday to you!! I hope you had a relaxing weekend with your loved ones. We actually had quite the adventure with this kids this weekend--we took them for a hike in the middle of nowhere to see dinosaur tracks! We went to Picketwire Canyon in southern Colorado, which has the largest
- [My Simple + Organized Work Space](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-organized-work-space/) - Well helllllo there and happy Monday to you!! So how are we all doing with our New Year's resolutions? I actually have a lot of goals for the new year and one of them is it get back in the habit of waking up before the kids. I was really good about doing this before
- [My House Hunting Wish List](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-house-hunting-wish-list/) - Well it's safe to say our house hunting journey is coming along sloooowly. Turns out I'm one of the pickiest buyers ever, plus the market around here is nuts. This past weekend we put an offer in on a home we really loved, but the buyer just didn't respond to our offer. Literally, we got
- [Do I Still Use Essential Oils?](https://sarahjoyblog.com/do-i-still-use-essential-oils/) - One of the questions I've been getting a lot lately on Instagram is if I still use essentials oils. This month especially I've had several of those questions and the answer is always YES! I still love my essential oils and I use many Young Living products every single day. And to be honest, it's not
- [Kitchen Tile Update + Grout Cleaning Hacks!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/kitchen-tile-update-grout-cleaning-hacks/) - I don't know how it's possible, but we've had our new kitchen tile for SIX MONTHS now. That feels so crazy to even say because it feels like we just got this project done last week. I still walk in the kitchen some days and can't believe we even did it in the first place!
- [Sole Society Finds + Spring Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/sole-society-finds-40-off-spring-sale/) - Anyone in the mood for a little retail therapy?! Or at least a small distraction from the craziness going on in the world right now? I sure hope so because Sole Society just launched a HUGE 40% off sitewide sale!! I've never seen them do a sale this big (in fact they rarely do sales!)
- [My Favorite Faith Based Books](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-faith-based-books/) - Well hello there and happy Good Friday to you! Can you believe it's almost Easter? These past few weeks have been such a blur and it honestly doesn't even feel like Easter should be here. Anyone else feel that way?! It's such a weird time right now. But either way, I'm ready to celebrate the
- [Inspiration for The New House](https://sarahjoyblog.com/inspiration-for-the-new-house/) - Well it's hard to believe this is really happening, but we're about a month out from closing on our new house. Eeeeeek! The kids are already planning what animals they want to have on the farm. So far they're wishing for chickens, ducks, goats, dogs, cats, and possibly a baby pig. Haha! I'm not sure
- [Random Favorites + Weekend Sales](https://sarahjoyblog.com/random-favorites-weekend-sales/) - Howdy ho and happy Friday to youuuuuuu! We made it through another week my friends. I hope it was a good one for you. It's been a little up and down over here this week. We had to stay indoors almost every day due to the crummy weather, but the kids handled it pretty well.
- [My April Amazon Finds (Random!)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-april-amazon-finds-random/) - High five my friends, we made it through the month of April. Well, almost anyway. It's been quite a month for all of us, but we got through it together. There have certainly been a lot of ups and downs for me, but I was thinking last night about how grateful I am to have
- [Friday Five: House Hunting Update, Tarte Finds + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-house-hunting-update-tarte-makeup-finds-more/) - Well gooooood morning sunshine and happy Friday to you! It's been an exciting week around here because Colorado is officially in the process of re-opening. Obviously it's going to be slow going for a while and some counties are still on lock-down, but businesses in our area finally get to open their doors again and
- [Finding Peace in a Creative Slump](https://sarahjoyblog.com/finding-peace-in-a-creative-slump/) - I'll be honest with you, I've been in a creative slump over these past few weeks. I think it's this ongoing quarantine situation that's got me thrown off, homeschooling, and of course our very slow house hunting saga. I feel like we're in this very weird "in-between" place right now and all of these things
- [Outdoor Decor Shopping Guide + Memorial Day Sales!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outdoor-decor-shopping-guide-memorial-day-sales/) - Well hello there and happpppppy Memorial Day to you! I hope you've been enjoying the long holiday weekend. It's been pretty low-key around here the past few days. We took the kids fishing on Saturday night and it was SO much fun. We didn't catch a darn thing, but they loved it either way. And
- [Architectural Salvage Wall Decor + Etsy Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/architectural-salvage-wall-decor/) - Do you ever just wake up in the mood for a project?! I do that a lot actually. It's like my soul is craving some kind of creative outlet and I have to do something about it or someone will get hurt. Just kidding. (Mostly.) But I woke up like that yesterday morning, so I
- [Home Decor Favorites from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/home-decor-favorites-from-walmart/) - Helllllo there sunshine and happy April to you! I'm currently sitting on the couch, watching Love It or List It on HGTV and drinking a yummy cup of coffee. Truthfully, this quarantine isn't terrible. I've been really trying to enjoy this extra down time and see it as a positive instead of a negative. It's
- [Our New Daily Schedule + Activity Ideas for Kids](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-new-daily-schedule-kids-activity-ideas/) - Well we're two days into our new homeschool/remote learning routine over here and I'm honestly enjoying it way more than I expected. Homeschooling is something I've always been tempted to try, so it's kinda cool to have this opportunity now. Obviously we're just getting started, but so far so good. I'm grateful to have the
- [Girls Room For Spring + New Wreaths](https://sarahjoyblog.com/girls-room-for-spring-new-wreaths/) - Well it’s happening. I’m officially decorating and redecorating every nook and cranny in our house to keep myself busy. I’m also organizing my recipe box, which is just THRILLING. Let me tell ya, there is nothing more satisfying than arranging recipe cards in alphabetical order. Yep, it was an entertaining weekend around here. Seriously though,
- [Nordstrom Sale--10 Finds Worth Buying](https://sarahjoyblog.com/nordstrom-sale-10-finds-worth-buying/) - Hellllllo there and happy weekend to you! I'm currently sitting in my recliner, enjoying a wonderful cup of Nespresso coffee, and browsing through the big Nordstrom sale happening right now. I wasn't planning on sharing much about it, but I just found a few great things that I totally think are worth buying. Many of
- [Friday Five: Quarantine Life, Plans for the Future + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-quarantine/) - Well how is everyone doing in quarantine?? This is seriously the most bizarre situation right now and I'm kind of a roller coaster of emotions to be honest. The kids are out of school for the next month and life feels very strange to say the least. But I really want to look back on
- [New Hearth and Hand at Target!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-hearth-and-hand-at-target/) - Well hello there and happpppy Sunday to you! I have good news to share--Joanna Gaines just dropped a brand new spring collection at Target!! And it's all SO good--I just couldn't wait to share it. There's a ton of new spring decor, faux greenery, dinnerware, furniture, bedding, and even curtains. I browsed through every new item
- [Filler Fiasco, TJ Maxx Finds + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/filler-fiasco-tj-maxx-finds-more/) - Holy cannolis, it's been a crazy week over here. Monday started off with a bang when an innocent little "treat" I was doing for myself ended up being a nightmare. If you follow along over on IG you probably already know what I'm talking about, but to give you the short version I decided to
- [Friday Five: House Update, CBD, + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-house-update-cbd-more/) - Ok first off I just have to say HOLY SMOKES YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST. Seriously, I am blown away by your excitement, support, and encouragement over the news I shared about moving in my last post. I was honestly a bit nervous to even share what's going on because I wasn't sure how you
- [Life Update: New Beginnings](https://sarahjoyblog.com/life-update-new-beginnings/) - Well, judging by the title of this post you can probably tell I have some big news to share today. But to be honest, it's kinda weird to even have this conversation because nothing has really happened yet, however we made a pretty big decision that I'm excited and a little nervous to share. If you follow
- [Friday Five: Pink Sweaters, Winter Blues + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/pink-sweaters-winter-blues/) - I'll be honest, this week has been a doozy. We've had more snow, more gloomy freezing weather, and not a lot of sunshine. I'm over it to say the least. I've actually been handling winter a lot better than I usually do, but here lately I've been struggling. It's about this time every year that
- [Friday Five: Spring Pillows, Survey Results + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-spring-pillows-survey-results-more/) - TGIF!! Holy smokes, we made it. It was a long week over here with sickness floating around, snow storms, and to-do lists out the wazoo, but we made it and that's what counts! And good news--I think we're getting a teeny tiny break from all the snow this weekend. I'm crossing my fingers because mama
- [February Walmart Haul--So Many Great Finds!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/february-walmart-haul-so-many-great-finds/) - Well I'm the officially the most impatient person in the whole wide world. I actually planned on sharing this post on Wednesday, but I can't wait that long because I have the best Walmart haul EVER! Seriously, I found some of the absolute best stuff I've ever come across from Walmart and I wanted to
- [The Friday Five + Reader Survey!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-friday-five-reader-survey/) - Hello there and happy Friday to you!! It's been a good week around here, despite the fact that we've had the gloomiest weather, which means my productivity was less than ideal. I don't know about you, but when it's gloomy out I just want to stay in cozy clothes and do absolutely nothing. It's a
- [How to Transition from Winter to Spring Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-transition-from-winter-to-spring-decor/) - I know what you're thinking right now. And I don't blame you--it's too early to be talking about spring decor. It's only February 5th for heavens sake! And the high in Colorado yesterday was a whopping 18 DEGREES. But I can't help it. I'm craving spring and already dreaming about summer. I know some of
- [January Amazon Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/january-amazon-finds-2/) - Goooooood morning buttercup and happy Super Bowl Sunday to you! I'm gearing up over here to eat a ton of food and hang out in my sweatpants all day, but I wanted to pop in to share my January Amazon finds! You guys know how much I love Amazon and I pretty much shop there
- [Target Try On--January Finds!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/target-try-on-january-finds/) - Anyone in the mood for a little Target try-on? I sure hope so because I just went into Target and browsed through all of their new clothing. I found some SUPER cute stuff, most of which is very affordable, so I wanted to share it with you lovely folks today. And I was thinking--this could
- [Master Bathroom Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/master-bathroom-makeover/) - Well the day has finally arrived! After several months of slowly working on our master bathroom makeover, I finally get to share the finished look today!! This has been such a long process (mostly due to the fact that I couldn't make up my mind on several things!) but I'm so happy to say that
- [Random Favorites From the Week](https://sarahjoyblog.com/random-favorites-from-the-week/) - Well helllllo there and happy Friday to you!! This post is coming at you much later than normal today because life has been a little crazy this week and I had zero time to work yesterday. Little Aves had a terrible cold, so I've just been taking care of her and trying to keep the
- [Glowy & Bright Skin Essentials](https://sarahjoyblog.com/glowy-bright-summer-skin/) - Morning sunshine and happy Friday!! Ok, is anyone else baffled by the fact that it's already the last day of May? I don't know how the month went by so dang fast. And believe it or not, we're about halfway through 2019. So crazy, right?! I can't even wrap my mind around that right now.
- [New Hearth + Hand Finds at Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-hearth-hand-finds-at-target-2/) - Hey hey friends and happy December 26th!! I've missed you guys. How was your Christmas? I hope it was fabulous and full of wonderful things like yummy food, relaxation and loved ones. Our Christmas was pretty great and I'm honestly sad it's over. Watching the kids on Christmas morning will forever be one of my
- [My New Antique Cabinet + Front Room Look](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-new-antique-cabinet-front-room-look/) - This past weekend I did something I haven't done in MONTHS. I went antiquing!! And I gotta say, it felt so good. I took the little miss with me and we had the best time browsing through one of my favorite antique shops. I was on the hunt for a new cabinet or bookcase for
- [New Blog Design!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-blog-design/) - Well hellllllllo there sunshine and welcome to the new and improved Sarah Joy Blog!! What do you think of the new snazzy look? I've been dreaming of freshening things up for a while now and I figured now would be the perfect time to do it. Why not start 2020 with a new blog, right?!
- [The Sarah Joy Candle](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-yummiest-fall-candle-is-here/) - I can't believe I'm about to type these words, but you guys--THE DAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED! Warm Caramel Crumble by Sarah Joy is officially here!! The yummiest, most delicious smelling fall candle is finally out into the world and I can't believe it. Truly, I don't have adequate words to describe all the different feelings
- [DIY Peace + Calming Bath Bombs](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-peace-calming-bath-bombs/) - Hellllllo there and happy Monday to ya!! I'm not sure how it's Monday already, but here we are my friends. I hope you're bright eyed and bushy tailed this morning, ready to take on a fresh new week. Or at least awake and moving, that counts too, right?! Right. Anyway, today I'm excited to be
- [My 2019 Year End Review](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-2019-year-end-review/) - Gooooood morning and happy New Year's Eve! Can you believe it's the LAST day of 2019? I'm kind of in denial about the whole thing to be honest with you. This past year was definitely the fastest year of my life and I don't know how it's already a new decade. But I woke up
- [My Top 10 Amazon Favorites of 2019](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-top-10-amazon-favorites-of-2019/) - Happpppy Sunday and happy 10 days til Christmas!! Are you surviving the holiday season?? It's actually been pretty stress free over here, which is awesome. We've had a very low key December so far and I'm LOVING it. We actually took the kids to a Christmas parade yesterday and it was so much fun. We
- [How to Make Any Space Cozy After Christmas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-make-any-space-cozy-after-christmas-12/) - Well the holidays are officially over and that means we're smack dab in the middle of boring-cold-winter now. Womp womp womp. And if you're like me, the house probably feels a bit cold and stale after all the Christmas decor came down. It's a conundrum, really. I mean, on one hand I LOVE the feeling
- [My 3 Must Haves for Brighter Skin](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-3-must-haves-for-brighter-skin/) - This past weekend I was talking to a good friend about how I feel like my "me time" has decreased significantly since having a third baby. I mean, it's pretty obvious that my time would be even more stretched after adding another baby to the mix, but I guess I didn't realize how little time
- [Friday Five: The Best Mascara, Dreaming Big + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-the-best-mascara-dreaming-big-more/) - I don't know about you, but I'm kinda sad that Christmas is only a few days away. I know that probably sounds like a weird thing to say, but it just feels like this last month has absolutely flown by. And to be totally honest, I've actually enjoyed this holiday season waaaay more than I
- [My Easy Christmas Decor Storage Process](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-easy-christmas-decor-storage-process/) - Anyone in the mood to pack up Christmas decor?! I know it's probably a bit early for some of you, but I always pack everything up the day after Christmas. It's how my mom always did it when I was young and now I love doing it too. I crave that feeling of a clean
- [Cozy Fall Living Room + New Sofa](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-living-room-new-sofa/) - Goooooood morning and happy October to you!! Can you believe it's already October? That means we're almost done with 2019, people. CRAZY, right?!! It's mind blowing. I don't know how this year sped by so quickly, but it sure as heck isn't slowing down anytime soon. We're in full blown fall mode now and I'm
- [Ten Cozy Christmas Decor Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/ten-cozy-christmas-decor-ideas/) - Anyone else in shock that it's already November?! And that means 2020 is like a millisecond away at this point. Really, I don't know how this year went by so dang fast, but it's officially the holiday season and I'm ready for it. I have a ton of fun content planned for the blog and
- [Friday Five: Round Rugs Under $100, DIY Hat Wall + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-round-rugs-under-100-diy-hat-wall-more/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Friday to ya! I'm currently cuddled up in my favorite pink throw blanket, sipping a hot cup of coffee, and trying to get a little work done while the kiddos rest. It's heavenly. And I'm excited to be sharing a little Friday Five action today! I have quite a bit
- [Easy Christmas Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-christmas-porch/) - You guys, I'm knee deep in Christmas decor over here. I started taking everything out of storage this weekend and HOLY SMOKES. My entire house looks like a Christmas bomb went off. Or a Christmas cyclone came storming through every room. Really, my house is a total mess right now! And it was actually kind
- [Glowing Christmas Mantel](https://sarahjoyblog.com/glowing-christmas-mantel/) - Happppppy Sunday and cheers to December!! We've officially made it to the Christmas season. I've been decorating like a mad woman over here this weekend and it's been SO much fun. I'm pretty much done at this point and I can't wait to start sharing my holiday decor with you lovely human beings over the
- [My Favorite Home Projects of 2019](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-home-projects-of-2019/) - I don't know how it's possible, but 2019 is almost over and a new decade is just days away. So crazy, right?! This past year flew by and to be honest, it was quite the whirlwind. There were lots of amazing moments, like that time I got my own signature candle with Antique Candle Co
- [How To Take Care of a Fiddle Leaf Tree + Great Faux Options!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-take-care-of-a-fiddle-leaf-tree-great-faux-options/) - So this past weekend was kinda a special anniversary for me--it's officially been four months since I brought home my first fiddle leaf tree! And it's STILL ALIVE, people. Yep, I've managed to successfully keep my fiddle leaf tree alive and well for four months now. I know that might not seem like a lot
- [How to Store & Organize Christmas Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-store-christmas-decor/) - Want to know what I did yesterday?? Well, I guess I should say what I did other than taking care of three sick kiddos. I put away all of my Christmas decor! Yep. It happened. Now before you get upset and think I'm a total scrooge, hear me out for a minute. See, I've had
- [Granny's Easy Cinnamon Rolls](https://sarahjoyblog.com/grannys-easy-delicious-cinnamon-rolls/) - Can you believe we are just a few away from Thanksgiving now?! It sure doesn't seem possible, but somehow we're almost there. So in preparation for the big day, I'm getting my stretchy pants ready and gearing up for lots of yummy food. And I have to admit, my favorite part of Thanksgiving isn't the
- [Last Minute Gift Ideas from Amazon!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/last-minute-gift-ideas-amazon/) - Sooooooo Christmas is only a few days away (eeeek!) and if you're a procrastinator like me you're probably still on the search for some last minute gifts. Well have no fear, I found ten last minute gift ideas from Amazon that are so good people will think you actually planned ahead. Score! And since they're all
- [Four Affordable Coats for Winter](https://sarahjoyblog.com/four-affordable-coats-for-winter/) - Good morning buttercup and happy Tuesday to you!! Can you believe Thanksgiving is only two days away? I sure can't. I'm honestly not a huge fan of Thanksgiving food (I'm more into the dessert!) but I always look forward to spending time with family and relaxing for the day. Plus it's great to slow down
- [Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas: Five Sweaters Under $50](https://sarahjoyblog.com/thanksgiving-outfit-ideas-five-sweaters-under-50/) - You guys, there are only ten days til Thanksgiving. TEN! Can you believe that?! This month is flying by so dang fast. In some ways it feels like summer just ended, yet here we are just days away from one of my favorite holidays. And then before we know it Christmas will be here. Eeeek!
- [Practical Gift Ideas for the Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/practical-gift-ideas-for-the-home/) - Anyone in need of some great gift ideas?! We're now almost two weeks away from Christmas, which doesn't even seem possible, but somehow it's here. It's GO TIME people! If you haven't started your shopping you better hustle your bustle because Christmas is coming. I'm happy to report that I'm almost done with all of
- [Christmas Decor Finds from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/christmas-decor-finds-from-amazon/) - Good morning buttercup and happy Cyber Monday! Are you searching for deals today?! I kinda feel like Black Friday sales have just rolled into more of the same sales today, but there are some pretty stellar deals out there. I shared a huge roundup of the sales in this post on Friday, so be sure
- [Gifts for the Outdoorsy Guy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gifts-for-the-outdoors-guy/) - It's that time again my friends--it's time for Christmas shopping and GIFT GUIDES! I love putting these together every year and I hope it helps make your holiday shopping a little bit easier and less stressful. I'm also trying to get my gift guides posted in November in hopes that we can all get our
- [My Favorite Black Friday Sales!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-black-friday-sales/) - Well it's that time again--BLACK FRIDAY!! As you know there are tons and tons of sale happening this weekend, so I'm pumped to do my annual Black Friday roundup. I've done this for a few years now and I always love sharing the best deals and sales for all my bargain shoppers. Plus it's nice
- [The Best Leggings for $20!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-leggings/) - If you follow along over on Instagram you might know that I'm super picky when it comes to leggings. I went on a rant about this in stories the other day and confessed that I don't feel comfortable going into public, with other human beings, in 99% of the leggings I've found over the years.
- [Whimsical Christmas Art + Coupon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/whimsical-christmas-art-coupon/) - Remember a few days ago in this post when I talked about my obsession with the new holiday collection from Lindsay Letters?! Well I mentioned that I had a new piece of Christmas artwork coming and it's finally HERE!! I was planning to wait on sharing it until I had my Christmas decor up, but
- [New Dining Room Look!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-dining-room-look/) - I'll be honest with you right now--I really wanted to title this post "HOLY SMOKES I JUST GOT THE TABLE OF MY DREAMS!". However, I thought that might be a tad bit annoying so I decided against it. But really, I just got the dining table of my dreams and I'm practically giddy with excitement
- [The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe-6/) - It's baking season you guys!! I don't know about you, but once the weather starts to cool down I absolutely LOVE baking. It's such a comfort for me after years of watching my mom and Granny bake the most delicious treats. And this is my favorite time of year to do it. Especially on Sunday
- [Affordable Cozy Finds from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-cozy-finds-from-walmart/) - Well it finally happened. I finally caught the yucky bug that's been going around our house since last week. And let me tell ya, it was BAD. Really bad. But the worst part was that I missed trick or treating with the kids on Halloween, which is one of my favorite things to do every
- [My Trip To Magnolia Market & Things to Know if You Visit](https://sarahjoyblog.com/trip-magnolia-market-things-know-visit/) - Well it's been a few days since I got back from visiting Magnolia Market and honestly, the whole thing felt like a crazy whirlwind. It really went by in the blink of an eye. Plus I was basically on a cupcake induced sugar high the entire time we were there, which probably added to the
- [Six Drugstore Beauty Products I Love](https://sarahjoyblog.com/six-drugstore-beauty-products-i-love/) - Helllllo from the winter wonderland of Colorado! You guys, we've had a TON of snow these past few days. I'm talking non-stop snow that just keeps piling up. It's kinda crazy, especially considering we're still in OCTOBER and have six months of this weather ahead. Ugh. Trick-or-treating tomorrow night with the kids is going to
- [Boots + Bags for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/boots-bags-from-sole-society/) - Helllllo there and happy Sunday to you! I know it's usually pretty quiet around here on Sundays, but today I wanted to pop in quick to share a few finds from Sole Society. I'm also sharing all of these finds over on Instagram, but I know a lot of you aren't on social media so
- [Tips & Tricks for Easy Area Rug Shopping](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tips-tricks-for-area-rug-shopping/) - Buenos dias mi amor! How are you on this fine Wednesday morning?! I hope you're feeling bright eyed and ready to take on the day. Or at least maybe on your way to feeling like that once the coffee kicks in. And if you don't drink coffee then you must be some kind of superhero
- [Easy Letter Board Hack!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-letter-board-hack/) - You guys!! I just discovered an easy letter board hack and I have to share it with you all because I'm basically geeking out over it. Ok so last Friday I was playing around with my letter board and I started thinking about how cool it would be if this thing would stand up on
- [4 Tips for Decorating the Mantel](https://sarahjoyblog.com/4-tips-decorating-mantel/) - Hello fabulous people! Today I'm talking about 4 easy peasy tips that will make decorating your mantel a breeze. If you're like me, you probably struggle with decorating this teeny, tiny space. I know it's always been a challenge for me. So today I'm sharing a few simple guidelines that I've found to be really helpful when
- [5 Tips for Creating a Farmhouse Style Vignette](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-tips-creating-farmhouse-style-vignette/) - Well hello there friends and happpppppy Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was wonderful and full of happy things. It was pretty calm around here, which was a nice break from our usual weekend craziness. We're normally running around trying to do about 13 things at once, but this weekend was more laid back and relaxing. Which means I'm
- [3 Quick Tips to Get Started with Farmhouse Style](https://sarahjoyblog.com/3-quick-tips-get-started-farmhouse-style/) - First of all, Happy Memorial Day! I know many of you are probably out and about enjoying wonderful holiday festivities right now, but I wanted to go ahead and blog today for those of you that are just hanging out at home like me. We've actually had a pretty mellow weekend for the most part, although the majority of Sunday was
- [Painting Your Walls White--Tips & What to Know First](https://sarahjoyblog.com/know-painting-walls-white/) - So for a long time now I've been thinking about painting our walls white. I know that probably doesn't come as a surprise, seeing as how I like to paint everything white, but it's been something I've gone back and forth on for a while. I always hesitated because loved the color we already had
- [Easy Tips to Declutter Your Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-tips-to-declutter-your-home/) - So I mentioned recently that I've been on decluttering rampage since the day after Christmas. I've been whizzing through the house like a crazy lady throwing stuff away, donating things, and just getting this hot mess of a house in order. You guys only see the pretty pictures, but believe me there are plenty of
- [An Easy Storage Solution for a Small Closet](https://sarahjoyblog.com/an-easy-storage-solution-for-a-small-closet/) - If you've been around for a while you might know the I've never shared our master bedroom closet. And there's a good reason for that because it's the saddest little closet in all the land. Really it's teeny tiny, dark, and just a sad little space. I mean, it barely counts as being a closet.
- [Amazon Find & Testing Air Quality in Our Home](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-find-testing-air-quality-in-our-home/) - Remember when I ordered those little DIY formaldehyde test kits from Amazon last year? I blogged all about it in this post, but I basically tested our home to see much formaldehyde was floating around in the air. Well it's been almost a year since I did that test, so I wanted to re-check to
- [How to Easily Mix Vintage and Modern Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/mixing-vintage-modern-decor/) - Today I'm excited to be joining a talented group of bloggers to bring you a fun home tour all about mixing vintage and modern decor. If you're new here and joining me from another blog, welcome to Little Vintage Nest! And if you're a regular around here, you already know I'm crazy about vintage decor. Obsessed
- [How to Get Organized with Vintage Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-get-organized-with-vintage-decor-17/) - Happy 2017 you fabulous people! I hope the first 30ish hours of the year have been wonderful for you so far! I know I've said it already, but I seriously love the month of January. The idea of a fresh start and setting goals is so energizing for me. Plus I love the return of routines
- [How to Safely Secure an Old Door to the Wall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-safely-secure-an-old-door-to-the-wall/) - Well hello you beautiful people and happpppy Valentine's Day! I really wish I could give each of you something sweet and delicious today like a dozen chocolate covered strawberries or one of those giant Hershey kisses, but instead I have a post about old doors. Yep, just old doors. But that's cool too, right? Who am I kidding,
- [How to Get Farmhouse Style In Your Home: Part Two](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-get-farmhouse-style-in-your-home-part-two/) - Happpppy Monday! Are we rising and shining yet?? I hope you all had a happy and restful weekend. It was a busy one around here. We actually worked all weekend on the wall of doom in our kitchen. And I'm happy to say we made HUGE progress. I can't wait to share an update on
- [How to Shop for Antiques on a Budget](https://sarahjoyblog.com/shop-antiques-budget/) - Sooooo I had a totally different post planned for today. Yep, it was all ready to go annnnnnnd then I went antique shopping this weekend. If you follow me on Instagram and you watch my stories, you know what I'm talking about. After spending two days at home, doing very little other than waiting on
- [How to Style a Vintage Crate](https://sarahjoyblog.com/style-vintage-crate/) - Good morning you fabulous human beings and happy Thursday! Soooo from the title of today's post you're probably assuming that I'm going to tell you how to style a vintage crate. Right? Well that's sorta what I'm doing, but really I'm going to show you the process I usually go through when I'm styling something
- [How to Give Any Room Farmhouse Style in Minutes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-give-any-room-farmhouse-style-in-minutes/) - I don't know about you guys, but every time January rolls around I get the urge to change up every room in our home. It's commonly known as “Rearrange-All-The-Things-Syndrome.” I was diagnosed years ago and through extensive research I've found that there is basically no cure. Either you have it or you don't. There's no
- [How to Test Your Home for Formaldehyde](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-test-your-home-for-formaldehyde/) - OK, so I know this isn't the most glamorous topic to talk about on a Monday morning, but I recently did something really important in our home and I want to share it with you all. So last week a report was released that stated how formaldehyde exposure is linked to serious health issues like terminal illness
- [How to Hang a Photo Gallery Wall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-hang-a-photo-gallery-wall/) - This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this little blog possible! You guys, I'm pretty darn proud of myself right now. Wanna know why? Because I finally, finally, finally hung a family photo gallery wall in our home. This is a project I've wanted to do
- [How to Buy the Best Faux Greenery {VLOG}](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-buy-the-best-faux-greenery-vlog/) - Happppppppy Thursday guys!! I am practically peeing my pants right now because I just uploaded my first YouTube video of 2019. I. AM. SO. EXCITED. And this vlog is a fun one because it's all about how to pick out the best faux greenery for your home. I get sooooooo many questions about my little
- [How to Paint an Interior Door Black](https://sarahjoyblog.com/paint-interior-doors-black/) - You guys!! This weekend we finally tackled a decor project I've been wanting to do for SO long–we painted the French doors in our basement black! This has been on my to-do list for ages now, but it's always been one of those projects that I felt intimidated by, so it just kept getting bumped
- [How to Choose the Perfect Paint Color](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-tips-to-choose-the-perfect-paint-color/) - Goooooood morning!! Today's post is one I've been wanting to do for a long time now and it's all about how to choose the perfect paint color for your home. I actually really wanted to write about this topic after our painting fiasco back in February because I realized that I learned some valuable lessons
- [Friday Five: Real Talk, Bamboo Shades + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-real-talk-bamboo-shades-more/) - Hellllllo out there and happy Friday. I'm still in my PJ's over here and still taking care of sick kiddos. And now a sick husband. I thought we were on the mend yesterday, but the kids still don't feel well enough to go to school and now that mean ol' stomach bug has caught the
- [Awesome TJ Maxx Finds + Free Shipping](https://sarahjoyblog.com/awesome-tj-maxx-finds-free-shipping/) - I'm currently sitting on the couch in my PJ's with two sick kiddos. One has a fever and sore throat, and the other has the worst stomach bug I've ever seen. To say the last 12 hours have been brutal would be an understatement. But they're both resting right now, so I'm just PRAYING thing start to improve from here. Poor little
- [DIY Television Cover with Old Doors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-television-cover-with-old-doors/) - Have you ever done a project in your home and you love it so much you just can't wait for people to come over and see your handy work? Well that's exactly how I feel about today's post. I've been dying to show you how we made a super simple DIY television cover with old
- [Friday Five: Blog Redesign, Holiday Decor + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-five-blog-redesign-holiday-decor-more/) - It's Friday!! Cue the jazz hands folks--we made it through the week. The kids' fall break is almost over now and it sure was nice to have a more laid back schedule this week. We did a whole lot of nothing, stayed in PJs most of the time, and just hung out. It was awesome.
- [Colorful Farmhouse Tablescape for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/colorful-farmhouse-tablescape-for-fall/) - Good morning beautiful and happy Wednesday!! I'm in such a good mood right now because the weather here has been absolutely gorgeous. Sunny and in the seventies, which is perfect. Kinda hard to believe we had snow last week! And to make things even better, my older kiddos are on fall break all week long.
- [5 Ways to Style a Tiered Tray](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-ways-style-tiered-tray/) - How the heck is it Monday already?! That weekend went by way too fast. I need a weekend do-over, anyone else?! I actually shouldn't complain. It was pretty relaxing around here. We stayed home and tried to do as little as possible, which was a nice break from our normal craziness. I even had time
- [50+ Farmhouse Decor Finds Under $50](https://sarahjoyblog.com/50-farmhouse-decor-finds-under-50-2/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Friday!! How was your week? It's been kind of an emotional one over here because my son started school this week. And as you can probably guess, I wasn't even close to being ready. Not even a little bit. I know I've said this before, but I hate how early
- [10 Ways to Style a Wooden Tray](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-ways-to-style-a-wooden-tray/) - So if you've been around these parts for a while now you probably know that I have a tiny little obsession with wooden trays. I literally use them EVERYWHERE in our home and they've shown up countless times here on the blog. You might even get tired of seeing them because I use them so
- [7 Farmhouse Style Wooden Crates from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/7-wooden-crates-amazon/) - Hi my sweet friends! Anyone in the mood for a little online decor shopping? (If you're like me and avoid the mall at all costs the answer should be yes!) Today I'm sharing 7 farmhouse style wooden crates available in the lovely world of Amazon home decor. This is a follow up to one of
- [Farmhouse Style Oversized Chairs](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-oversized-chairs-3/) - One of the questions I get all the time is about the oversized chair in our basement. Every time I post a photo of it over on Instagram I get so many people asking me where it's from or if I have any recommendations for one similar. And I don't blame you, it's a gorgeous chair and
- [Affordable Farmhouse Style Sofas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-farmhouse-style-sofas/) - Hey guys! So this past weekend I spent a good amount of time in our basement, doing some much needed decluttering and cleaning. That poor basement doesn't get the attention it deserves and I'm ashamed to say it's often the drop-zone for all our junk and random stuff that doesn't get used often. It's a
- [Cozy Farmhouse Style Christmas Decor](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-farmhouse-style-christmas-decor-preview/) - Happppppppy November! So I know you might be rolling your eyes right now and wondering what in the heck I'm already doing here with Christmas decor. But believe it or not, it's time for my annual farmhouse style Christmas decor preview! I did this last year on November 1st, you can check it out here,
- [Farmhouse Style Flush Mount Lighting](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-flush-mount-lighting-2/) - Well my fabulous friends, the day has finally come!! As you sit down this morning to read this post, I'm on my way to the airport (and probably freaking out) because I'm leaving for the Silobration at Magnolia Market today. EEEEK! I seriously can't even believe this is real life right now. I mean, whaaaaaatt?
- [Summer Clothing Haul from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-clothing-haul-from-walmart/) - I'll be honest, I'm super bummed the weekend is over. We had SO much fun celebrating my son's birthday and Mother's Day. And I was actually telling my husband last night that I wish we could rewind and do the whole thing over again. Why can't we do that?! Anyway, I shouldn't complain because today
- [Affordable Summer Dresses from Walmart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-summer-dresses-from-walmart/) - Holy moly, I can't believe the weekend is already over. Anyone else feel like it just barely got started?! And now it's over. I hate when that happens. But I'm ready to start a new week and I hope you are too. I'm also pretty dang excited about today's post because I'm sharing seven affordable
- [Summer Clothing Haul from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-clothing-haul-from-amazon-11/) - So I know tomorrow is the 4th of July and most of you are probably busy baking patriotic treats right now, but is anyone up for a little summer clothing haul from Amazon?! I sure hope so because today I have 10 awesome finds to share with you guys. And to be honest--I'm super impressed
- [A Few American Eagle Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-few-good-american-eagle-finds/) - So I gotta admit, this isn't the post I was planning on sharing today. I was actually planning to do a huge roundup for my Nordstrom Anniversary sale picks. (If you're on IG you're probably seeing a zillion bloggers talk about this sale!) But that plan quickly fizzled out when I went Nordstrom the other
- [5 Affordable Cardigans from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-affordable-cardigans-from-amazon/) - Hellllllo and happy Saturday! I'm popping in here quick today to chat about one of my all time favorite things for fall: CARDIGANS. Really, what's better than a soft and cozy cardigan on a cool fall day?! Calorie free brownies, that's what. But since we can't get everything we want in life, the next best
- [Current Loves + Giveaway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/current-loves-giveaway/) - I'm so excited about today's post because it's all about my current loves. One thing I've yet to share here in blogland is my love for makeup, skincare, and fashion. All happy things, right? I'm actually really picky, so when I find something I love it's big time happy dance. Today's goodies include a few of my
- [March Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/march-favorites/) - Hello hello and happy Friday!! I'm currently working on this post with the most gorgeous sunshine streaming in my window, a cup of hot coffee and all the good vibes because it finally feels like spring here today. HALLELUJAH. I have been dying for warmer weather and we're finally getting a teeny tiny taste of
- [Gorgeous Farmhouse Style Lighting from Wal-Mart](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gorgeous-farmhouse-style-lighting-from-wal-mart/) - You guys!! I am seriously SO excited for this post because I feel like I just hit a treasure trove of affordable and gorgeous farmhouse decor style lighting and it's all from WAL-MART. Really, Wal-Mart. I know what you're thinking and I'm shocked too, but they carry some pretty incredible home decor and furniture online
- [Another Random Friday Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/another-random-friday-favorites/) - Anyone in the mood for a good ol' fashioned Friday Favorites?! I sure as heck hope so because that is what's on the agenda today my friends. And as usual, it's about as random as it gets. I have lots to share, including a few fun Etsy finds, fall decor inspo, a fix for spray
- [A Few Favorites To Get Ready for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-few-favorites-to-get-ready-for-fall/) - Ok, I know you might be rolling your eyes at me right now with this blog post, because it's still August and still technically summer, BUT we had the coolest, rainy weather for the first half of this week and it totally got me in the fall mood. I know it was just a fluke
- [Friday Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-2-12/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Friday!! How was your week? It's been a really good one over here and it actually went by pretty quick, so that's always nice. Plus the weather has been absolutely gorgeous lately and I've been soaking it up as much as I possibly can. Anyway, I wanted to pop in
- [Fall Pillows on Amazon + Other Tidbits](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fall-pillows-on-amazon-other-tidbits/) - We made it guys! It's finally Friday and the longest week ever is coming to an end. Just kidding. It wasn't really the longest week ever, but dang it sure felt like it. My husband's schedule was super busy this week, so that threw a wrench in everything and made for some reallllllllllly long days
- [5 DIY Decor Ideas, Favorite Boots + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-diy-decor-ideas-favorite-boots-more/) - Wanna hear something crazy?! It's going to be November in less than a week. NOVEMBER. Seriously. I'm not kidding. Can you even wrap your mind around that? I certainly can't. I mean, doesn't it feel like May was last week? And now here we are headed into the last two months of 2018 and gearing
- [July Favorites + Important Update!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/july-favorites-important-update/) - Good morning buttercup and happy Wednesday!! I am sooooo glad to be writing this July favorites post today because it means I SURVIVED THE MONTH. I didn't think I was going to make it there for a while because this month was absolutely bananas. Really, I think July was one of the busiest months I've
- [The Friday Five: Apple Cobbler + Fall Clothing from Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-friday-five-apple-cobbler-fall-clothing-from-target/) - It's Fridaaaaaaaaayyyy! And that means we made it through another week. Cue all the happy jazz hands! You guys, it's been a long one over here. My husband had to work reallllllly long hours, plus both of my older kiddos were under the weather, so needless to say this mama is worn out. But hallelujah
- [Gift Guide for the Home Decor Lover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-guide-home-decor-lover/) - Hiiiiiii guys and happy December! Can you believe we are officially into the last month of the year?! CRAZINESS. I can't believe how fast this year has gone and I also can't believe that Christmas is only 24 days away. I know many of you are busy little bees getting your home ready for the
- [Farmhouse Finds from TJ Maxx (free shipping day!)](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-finds-from-tj-maxx-free-shipping-day/) - Morning sunshine and happy Wednesday!! So I wasn't planning to blog today, (my new posting schedule for the year is Monday, Thursday, Saturday) BUT I woke up to an email this morning reminding me that it's FREE SHIPPING day at TJ Maxx!! I know you all love shopping for home decor bargains as much as
- [Night Time Skincare Routine](https://sarahjoyblog.com/night-time-skincare-routine/) - Surprise!! I'm coming at ya with an extra post this week and it's all about my night time skincare routine. I thought it would be fun to share this here on the blog because I recently chatted about my current skincare over on Instagram stories. I actually uploaded a whole video about what I do
- [My Favorite Protein Shake Recipe](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-protein-shake-recipe/) - Oh man. What a whirlwind of a week! My brain feels a bit fried after everything that's happened the past few days, but I'm also feeling extra grateful. And I want to thank you all for the amazing support on my new Cloth + Cabin collection. Really, you guys are just the best people and
- [All-Time Favorite Beauty Products](https://sarahjoyblog.com/all-time-favorite-beauty-products-2/) - Anyone that's been around the ol' blog for a while probably knows that I love makeup. I don't really share it all that often, but it shows up every now and then and it's something I really enjoy. And I know a lot of you love it too, so today I thought it would be
- [May Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/may-favorites/) - Well hellllllo and happy Monday! So tell me, are we too late to do May Favorites?! Probably. Especially considering we're already ten days into June (how is that even possible?) but I still wanted to do this post because monthly favorites are always so dang fun. I love taking a few minutes to look back
- [Amazon Prime Day Deals!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazon-prime-day-deals/) - Happpppppppy Amazon Prime Day!! You guys, I was up before the sun this morning to start searching for the best Amazon bargains. I'm sharing my favorites over on IG stories, but I always wanted to share a post here as well in case any of you are also hunting for a good deal today! There
- [Nordstrom Anniversary Sale--My Picks for Home, Fashion, Beauty](https://sarahjoyblog.com/nordstrom-anniversary-sale-my-picks-for-home-fashion-beauty/) - Happppppppy Friday! I don't know about you, but I am SO glad it's the weekend. I am just plain worn out after this week. The kitchen tile project has taken it out of me and we're not even the ones doing the work---sheesh! But it's been a loooooong week with the whole house torn up
- [August Favorites--New Lanterns, Lash Serum + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/august-favorites-new-lanterns-lash-serum-more/) - OK I realize it's already September 6th and probably a bit too late for an August favorites post, but I'm doing it anyway. Yep, it's happening. Better late than never, right? August was such a great month full of some pretty exciting things, so I wanted to share a quick recap as well as a
- [The Friday Five: Blue Light Glasses, What I'm Reading + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-friday-five-blue-light-glasses-what-im-reading-more/) - Well we made it through another week my friends!! How was it for you? It's actually been pretty chill over here this week. Nothing too crazy or out of the ordinary, which is always a good thing! Call me boring, but I like ordinary. Anyway, today I wanted to pop in quick to share The
- [How to Decorate with Real Branches for Fall](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-decorate-with-real-branches-for-fall-10/) - Well good news! I survived the 10K and I actually LOVED it. Despite running through a zillion hills (it kinda felt more like running 6.2 miles on a stairclimber) and having a painful hip the entire time, it was seriously a blast. My husband and I did it together, so it was really special to
- [The Friday Five: Easy Homemade Applesauce, Favorite Coat + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-friday-five-easy-homemade-applesauce-favorite-coat-more/) - You guys, I'm running in my first ever 10k this weekend. Eeeek! I'm actually really excited about it, despite the fact that I don't feel all that prepared. I've been running consistently for about two months now, but I'm not naturally a great runner, you know what I mean? It's just something I've fallen in
- [New Bathroom Vanities--Help Me Pick the Faucet + Mirror!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-bathroom-vanities-help-me-pick-the-faucet-mirror/) - Ok I'm going to just come out and admit it--I've been in a major state of decision paralysis over what to do with our new bathroom vanities. We've had them over three months now and I STILL haven't figured out what faucets I want or what mirror I should get. Terrible, I know. But I
- [Easy + Affordable Fall Mantel--3 Different Ways](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-affordable-fall-mantel-3-different-ways/) - Well, it's officially fall and that means it's time for a fall mantel, right?! Right. I don't know about you, but the mantel is always one of the very first places I want to decorate as the seasons change. I know it's a small space, but it really is a focal point in the home.
- [The Friday Five: Bathroom Faucets, The Future of Blogging + My Weekly Goal](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-friday-five-bathroom-faucets-the-future-of-blogging-my-weekly-goal/) - Well helllllllo there and happy Friday to you!! Anyone else feel like this week went by super quick? I usually don't feel that way, but this week seemed to FLY by. And I'm not complaining. I'm ready for the weekend, football, and relaxing time with the fam. Anyway, I thought it would be fun to
- [The Final Step in Our Kitchen Renovation](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-final-step-in-our-kitchen-renovation/) - Holy toledo, I can't believe we did it. You guys, after four loooooong years of slowly fixing up our 1980's kitchen, I am so happy to say the renovation is FINALLY done. Cue the happy dance and all the jazz hands!!! Eeeek! We just completed the last piece of the puzzle, which was getting a
- [My Must Read Books of 2019](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-must-read-books-of-2019/) - So one of my goals for 2019 was to read at least one book a month. Now I realize that probably sounds ridiculous to any of you avid readers, but the truth is reading isn't something I've had much time for over these past few years. This season of life is pretty busy with raising
- [Early Fall Coziness + Target Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/early-fall-coziness-target-finds/) - Happpppppy September!! Can you believe we're already here? This year has flown by so fast and the summer was no exception. I gotta say, it was a little bittersweet to see August go. You guys know how much I love summer and my warm weather, but I'm also getting really excited for fall. Football, comfy
- [New Cozy Reading Spot](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-cozy-reading-spot/) - Wow, wow, wooooooow. You guys, the past few days have been SO much fun. I'm pretty sure I spent all of Tuesday smiling and jumping around like a crazy lady over the Warm Caramel Crumble launch. It was definitely one of the coolest days ever. Thank you all SO MUCH for joining in on the
- [Farmhouse Style Fall Decor in the Front Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-fall-decor-in-the-front-room/) - I have a very serious question for you. Are you ready? Ok, here goes. If you had to choose your absolute favorite room in your home to decorate what would it be? Your dining room? Kitchen? Maybe your bedroom. It's a tough choice, but for me I'd have to go with our front room. I
- [Wayfair’s 48 Hour Clearout Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wayfairs-48-hour-clearout-sale/) - Well we have officially survived our first week of school over here. And when I say we I really just mean me, because I'm the only one that struggled with the idea of our beloved summer break being over. Both of my older kiddos were pretty excited to go to school, which definitely made the
- [10 Creative Ways to Use Wicker Baskets](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-creative-ways-to-use-wicker-baskets/) - I'm just going to come out and say it: I have a wicker basket OBSESSION. And I actually didn't even realize how far my obsession has gone until just a few days ago when my husband made a comment about how many "baskets we have sitting around the house". And you know what? He's right.
- [5 Minute "Stay Awhile" Sign](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-minute-stay-awhile-sign/) - Hellllllo there sunshine and happy Wednesday to you! I'm coming at ya on a sugar hang over today because we just celebrated my daughter's birthday on Monday and my birthday yesterday. It's been a fun few days around here with lots and lots of cake! We had the best time celebrating and I really enjoyed
- [Weekend Sales + Affordable Rugs!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/weekend-sales-affordable-rugs/) - Happppppy weekend!! I wanted to pop in here quick today to share a few great weekend sales happening. There are lots of back to school deals going on right now, so it's a good time to shop if you're looking for a bargain. Plus I'm on the hunt for a new area rug for our
- [Farmhouse Style Dining Room Cabinet](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-dining-room-cabinet/) - Yesterday afternoon I had a few minutes to myself while the kiddos were doing quiet time and so I randomly decided to move a couple things around in the dining room. I had music playing, fresh coffee, and it was just so nice to have a little time to play with decor just for the
- [How to Do Beadboard Backsplash](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cover-tile-backsplash-beadboard/) - Goooooooood morning and happy Monday! It's an exciting day around here because today I get to show you the magical powers of beadboard. Yep, today I get to share the exact way we did beadboard backsplash in our kitchen. Whoot whoot! Now as you probably know, we recently finished our kitchen remodel, which I shared
- [Back to School--Kids Fashion Picks](https://sarahjoyblog.com/back-to-school-kids-fashion-picks/) - I don't know how it's possible, but somehow our summer break is already winding down. My two older kiddos start school in just a few short weeks and I can't even bear the thought of summer being over. Seriously, it makes my heart hurt. I LOVE having my kids home with me every day and
- [New Kitchen Tile Progress!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-kitchen-tile-progress/) - If you've been following along over on Instagram the past few days you might know that we are currently in the middle of having new tile installed in our kitchen. I've been dreaming about doing this project for years now, so I'm kind of in disbelief that we're actually doing it! I've been sharing little
- [How I Manage Stress](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-i-manage-stress/) - I'm going to be totally honest here and I say that I've been feeling some extra stress and anxiety this month. I have SO many big things happening in July--including two huge house projects that I'll share soon, as well as a ton of other things in my personal life and for the blog. And
- [BIG News!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/big-news/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Monday!! Ok, so today is a big day because I have some super exciting news to share. And I've actually been keeping this news a secret since March, so the fact that I can finally talk about it today feels a little surreal. But here goes.....I'M LAUNCHING A SIGNATURE CANDLE
- [Summer Bedroom Refresh](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-bedroom-refresh/) - So I went through most of yesterday feeling like it was Monday. Or maybe Sunday?! It was seriously the weirdest thing and I just felt off all day long. Holidays in the middle of the week always throw me for a loop. Anyway, I'm happy it's the weekend and we get a few more days
- [Evening Summer Patio + 4th of July Food Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/evening-summer-patio-4th-of-july-food-ideas/) - Goooooood morning and happy Monday!! Sorry I'm getting this post up a bit late today. I actually meant to finish it last night, but I was so dang tired I could barely keep my eyes open after we got the kids to bed. But here we are! Better late than never, right!? I think so.
- [June Favorites--So Many Good Things!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/june-favorites/) - It's already time for my June Favorites! Can you believe it?! I sure can't. It feels like I just shared my May Favorites post a few days ago, but here we are at the end of the month already. And holy cow, SO MUCH happened in June. We built a playset for the kids, I
- [Summer Decor Finds at TJ Maxx--Free Shipping Day!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-decor-finds-at-tj-maxx-free-shipping-day/) - Guys!! It's free shipping day at TJ Maxx! You probably know by now that I'm a huge TJ Maxx fan, it's actually where I buy the majority of my faux greenery, so I always try to keep on an eye out for their free shipping days. I've missed the last few (sorry about that!) but
- [Summer Rose Centerpiece + Watering Can](https://sarahjoyblog.com/summer-rose-centerpiece-watering-can/) - I'm currently sitting in the cutest little hotel room in the mountains as I finish up this post and I wish you guys could see how beautiful it is here. Seriously, it's like something out of a Hallmark movie. It's so gorgeous and the hotel we're staying in is one of the coolest places I've
- [Easy Summer Kitchen Shelves](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-summer-kitchen-shelves/) - Oh man, this weekend was fun. On Saturday I went on a little antiquing trip with my mom and we had the best time just browsing around in a few of my favorite vintage shops. Unfortunately I don't get to do that kind of thing very often anymore, so it was good for the soul.
- [Cozy Summer Deck + Coffee Spot](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-summer-deck-coffee-spot/) - One of my absolute favorite things about our home is all the different outdoor spaces. We actually have six little outdoor living areas, which I feel like is pretty fitting for a gal that loves summer as much as I do. We have a spot for just about everything and so today thought it would
- [How I Found My Design Style](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-i-found-my-design-style-4/) - Ever browse through old photos and find shots of your home that make you cringe a little? That's basically what happened to me recently when I found a few old pictures of our breakfast nook. The photos were taken probably 4 months after we moved in and it's very clear that I was struggling with
- [Chalk Paint Swing Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outdoor-swing-makeover-with-chalk-paint/) - Do you ever have a piece of furniture that desperately needs some TLC but for whatever reason you just ignore it? That's pretty much what's happened over the past few years with this old, sad looking wooden porch swing we have on our back patio. It was actually left here by the previous owners when
- [Rust-Oleum Chalky Spray Paint vs Regular Chalk Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/rust-oleum-chalky-spray-paint-vs-regular-chalk-paint/) - Howdy ho and happy Monday to you! How was your weekend? I hope you're feeling bright eyed and ready to take on the week with vigor and zest. Today I am sooooo excited to be doing a full review and comparison between the Rust-Oleum chalky spray paint versus the regular Rust-Oleum chalk paint. I've had this
- [Outdoor Summer Patio with Vintage Crib](https://sarahjoyblog.com/outdoor-summer-patio-with-vintage-crib/) - So I have good news to report from the SJB headquarters--I was finally able to do a little outdoor decorating this weekend. Whoot whoot! We actually had an impromptu garage sale Saturday and then yesterday I spent the entire day outside planting flowers and sprucing up our back patio area. It was SO much fun.
- [Farmhouse Style Summer Decor Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-style-summer-decor-ideas/) - You know what? It's REALLY hard to get in the summer mood when it's freezing outside. Seriously, we just can't seem to shake this cold weather malarky and for that reason I've had zero outdoor decor to share with you guys. It's kinda sad actually. But at least we haven't had snow in a week,
- [An Exciting New Adventure!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/an-exciting-new-adventure/) - You guys, I don't even know where to start right now because my mind is just buzzing with excitement--I have SO much to share today. OK, so if you've been around for a while, you might remember the post I wrote two years ago about the trip I took to Uganda back in 2009. I
- [Magnolia Market Inspired DIY Garden Sign](https://sarahjoyblog.com/magnolia-market-inspired-diy-garden-sign-9/) - I think it's safe to say this post today may go down as the easiest DIY tutorial I've ever shared. Really, it's true. I'm breaking all the records for simplicity with this one. Today I'm sharing my Magnolia Market inspired GARDEN sign and it's so darn easy. I think the whole thing took maybe 30 minutes at the very most--it's
- [Friday Favorites: Wood Cutouts & Vintage Gardens](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-wood-cutouts-vintage-gardens/) - Ok, first off I have to thank you for all the amazing response to my reader survey I posted about yesterday. Holy smokes, I got way more feedback than I ever imagined. I can't wait to sit down this weekend and go through each and every one. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You guys are seriously the BEST.
- [DIY Herb Garden with Vintage Boxes](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-herb-garden-with-vintage-boxes/) - So here's a little random fact about me: I desperately want to be a gardener. Like a full-blown, legit gardener that has a massive garden and spends hours every day tending to her plants. The plant lady, that's what I'd be. Wouldn't that be cool? I just think there's something so awesome about growing your
- [Huge Wayfair Memorial Day Sale Roundup!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-wayfair-memorial-day-sale/) - You guys!! It's time for one of my FAVORITE sales of the entire year--the Memorial Day sale at Wayfair. Whoot whoot! This is one of their best sales and it's already getting started. So many items are on clearance and you get free shipping over $49! Now is the perfect time to snag some crazy
- [My Picks From the World Market Sale!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-picks-from-the-world-market-sale/) - Good morning sunshine and happy FRIDAY!! You guys, I'm seriously so excited it's Friday. It's been a loooooong week over here thanks to my husband working some really crazy hours, which means mama is ready for the weekend. We have games for my kiddos tomorrow morning, then we're doing a fun birthday party for my
- [Fresh Lilacs & Woven Baskets](https://sarahjoyblog.com/fresh-lilacs-woven-baskets/) - I gotta be honest guys, I've been in a bit of a creative funk. I'm not sure why exactly, but I've just felt uninspired when it comes to decor. I've felt bored with the same old things, which is why I haven't really shared a lot of decor posts lately. And I wasn't even planning
- [For The Candle Obsessed](https://sarahjoyblog.com/for-the-candle-obsessed/) - I've said it a zillion times before, but I am OBSESSED with candles. I always have been and I probably always will be. To me, there's just something so comforting about having a candle burning in my home. I know it sounds crazy, but it's almost therapeutic in a way. It's like, the house can
- [The Best Black Friday Deals!!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-black-friday-deals/) - You guys!! There are SO many awesome sales happening right now! And I've been working so hard to round up all of the best deals at my favorite retailers, so if you're looking to do any online shopping over the next few days I hope this helps. My goal this weekend is to get all
- [April Favorites + Slowing Down](https://sarahjoyblog.com/april-favorites-slowing-down/) - Dang, I can't believe it's already time for another monthly favorites post! April was jam packed with lots of fun and exciting things, like Easter with the kids, my first ever collection launch with Cloth & Cabin, and the day I got to take over the LikeToKnowIt Home account on IG. All in all it
- [Reading Nook Spring Refresh](https://sarahjoyblog.com/reading-nook-spring-refresh/) - Is it really May 1st today?! You wouldn't know it looking around here in Colorado because the past couple of days have been cold and snowy. Yes, SNOWY. Seriously, winter never ends here you guys. And because of that I spent a decent amount of time last night looking at property in warm states like
- [Behr Chalk Paint vs Rust-Oleum Chalk Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/behr-chalk-paint-vs-rust-oleum-chalk-paint/) - Dang that weekend went WAY too fast. Really, how is it Monday already?! We had so much fun celebrating Easter all weekend with the kids, but I wish it wouldn't have gone so darn quick. Anyway, today I'm excited to share a side by side comparison and review of Behr chalk paint vs Rust-Oleum chalk
- [Easy DIY Botanical Art](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-diy-botanical-art/) - Morning sunshine!! I hope you're feeling bright eyed and bushy tailed this Monday morning. I'm actually pretty excited for the week ahead because it should be relatively quiet around here (fingers crossed), which will be a welcome sight after a couple busy weeks. And even though I like to be busy, it will be nice
- [My Cloth + Cabin Collection](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-cloth-cabin-collection/) - Today is the big day!! It's officially launch day my friends, which means my collection with Cloth + Cabin is now live and ready to shop. Whoot whoot! I honestly can't believe the day is finally here or that my name is on a collection. I keep pinching myself and thanking God because this is
- [Exciting News!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/exciting-news-2/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Monday!! So it's an exciting day around here because I finally get to share the news about something super fun that I've been working on for the past couple of months. You guys, I'm launching a curated collection with Cloth +Cabin!! Eeek!! I can't believe I just typed out those
- [My New Vintage Washstand!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-new-vintage-cabinet/) - It's Friday!! And that means it's almost time for sweatpants and relaxation. And I'm ready for it. You guys, this week has been so busy. Actually I feel like the past couple of weeks have been busier than normal and I'm kinda running on fumes at this point. I need a few days to rest
- [Spring Cactus Print & Vintage Crate](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-cactus-print-vintage-crate/) - You know what's crazy about living in Colorado? Yesterday we had absolutely beautiful weather with a high of 78 degrees. It was heavenly. And then today we're supposed to get slammed with a BLIZZARD. Seriously, how is that even possible?! I know you're all probably tired of hearing about the weather, but c'mon mother nature.
- [20 Mother's Day Gift Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/20-mothers-day-gift-ideas/) - You guys, there are only 34 days until Mother's Day. THIRTY FOUR. I know some of you may think that sounds like a lot, but it will seriously be here in a blink of an eye. And if you're anything like me (hello fellow procrastinators!) you're probably thinking that's plenty of time to find a
- [Simple Bathroom Refresh + DIY Tray](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-bathroom-refresh-diy-tray/) - You guys, I was watching Trading Spaces the other night and it was down right SCARY. I'm not kidding, they painted someone's bedroom in four different colors. It was pink, yellow, blue, and green. Even the furniture was painted to correspond with each color in the room. It was basically like a rainbow exploded. To
- [Spring Refresh in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-refresh-in-the-living-room/) - Spring decor in the living room. Simple and affordable spring decorating ideas! This post is sponsored by Marshalls, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible! Well good morning buttercup and happy April!! Gosh that feels SO weird to say. How the heck is it April
- [Spring Decor from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-decor-from-amazon/) - SPRING DECOR FINDS FROM AMAZON, INCLUDING FAUX FLOWERS, GREENERY, AND SPRING PILLOWS! Wanna know what works as a great distraction from turbulence while you're on an airplane? SHOPPING FOR AFFORDABLE HOME DECOR ON AMAZON. Yep, it's true. I tested it out this weekend while I was on the bumpiest flight ever back from Indiana and
- [My Visit to Antique Candle Co.](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-visit-to-antique-candle-co/) - You guys, I don't even know where to start this post because I feel like I have so much to say about my visit last week to Antique Candle Co. Seriously, it was AMAZING. If you followed along over on IG stories you saw that I made the trip out to Indiana on Thursday and
- [New Drew Barrymore Flower Home Decor!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-drew-barrymore-flower-home-decor/) - Well I don't think this has ever happened before on the blog, but I'm doubling up on posts today because DREW BARRYMORE JUST LAUNCHED A HOME DECOR LINE AT WALMART! I'm actually so excited about this for a few reasons: 1) I love Drew Barrymore; 2) New home decor collections make me very excited; 3)
- [The Coolest Vintage Grainsack, Amazon Finds & More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-coolest-vintage-grainsack-amazon-finds-more/) - You guys!! I have something super fun to share with you today because I found the coolest vintage grain sack ever. EVER. Really, that's not an exaggeration. In fact, this probably deserves its very own post but I couldn't wait to show you so I'm throwing it in today for Friday Favorites. You know, I'm
- [How to Paint The Inside of a Fireplace](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-to-paint-the-inside-of-a-fireplace/) - Comin' atcha on a Wednesday again and it feels good to be back to my old posting schedule! If read my last post, you might have seen my little note at the end about going back to MWF. I don't really have a big reason other than I just miss the old schedule. I hope
- [Free Easter Printables!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/made-easter-printables/) - Can you believe Easter is only 10 days away! Crazy, right? I'm so excited and I thought it would be fun to celebrate one of my favorite holidays with free Easter printables! Consider it a fun little Easter gift from me to you. These will work perfect for your Easter mantel, dining table, or simply in a
- [The Best Cauliflower Pizza Crust](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-cauliflower-pizza-crust/) - Morning sunshine and happy Friday!! I'm coming at ya today from sunny Indiana. I'm actually here to visit Antique Candle Co and learn all about how their candles are made. How cool is that?! I'm pretty darn excited about it and I'll definitely share more with you guys soon. But today I wanted to pop
- [Lessons Learned after 500 Blog Posts!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/lessons-learned-after-500-blog-posts/) - I mentioned this in a post last week, but you guys--I've somehow managed to write 500 blog posts!! FIVE HUNDRED. How crazy is that?! When I started blogging back in late 2015 I never would have imagined in a million, trillion years that I would make it this long. Really, I had no clue what
- [A Simple Fireplace Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-simple-fireplace-makeover/) - Helllllllllo and happy Monday!! You guys, I am so excited for today's post but first can we just talk about how fast this month is going?! Really, it's already over half way through March and I feel like the month just started. Sheesh. I don't know if it's going fast for you but I feel
- [Affordable Spring Decor Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-affordable-spring-decor/) - Wanna know what I discovered about myself this week? Apparently six months of winter is when I start to lose my mind. Really. We just had the most epic blizzard I've ever seen in my 32 years of living here and I'm so over this weather I can barely think straight. I honestly have no
- [Full Review of Chalky Spray Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/full-review-chalky-spray-paint/) - If you've been around the blog for a while now, you probably know one of my favorite DIY projects is to paint old furniture. And my go-to product is generally chalk paint. I just love how easy it is to use and it's always worked really well for me. But when I was browsing Home
- [Review of the Magnolia Home Chalk Style Paint & Wax](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-the-magnolia-home-chalk-style-paint-wax/) - Happpppppy Monday guys! Today's post is a fun one because I am doing a full review of the Magnolia Home chalk style paint and wax from Joanna Gaines. Eeeeek! You guys know how much I love all things Joanna Gaines AND chalk paint, so I've been anxiously awaiting my chance to try this stuff out.
- [Rust-Oleum Milk Paint vs Chalked Paint](https://sarahjoyblog.com/rust-oleum-milk-paint-vs-chalk-paint/) - This post is sponsored by Rust-Oleum, but as always all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible! Goooooooood morning guys! Today I am so excited to be doing another one of my fun comparison posts and this time it’s between the brand new Rust-Oleum Milk Paint Finish and
- [DIY Chalk Paint Review](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-chalk-paint-review/) - As I'm finishing up this post, I'm currently sitting snug as a bug in bed and trying to recover from my trip to the Silobration. We literally just got home a few hours ago and HOLY SMOKES–it was amazing. We had the best time and I'm just so grateful for the entire experience. It was
- [Magnolia Home Chalk Paint Colors + Overview](https://sarahjoyblog.com/magnolia-home-chalk-paint-colors-overview/) - So I know I talked about the weather in my last post but OMG you guyyyyyyyyyys. My house just about blew away yesterday. I felt like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. True story. We had the most insane winds allllllllll day long and it was AWFUL. Worst wind I've ever seen. I mean, I'm
- [Chalk Paint Dining Table Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-paint-dining-table-makeover/) - So every now and then I get a wild hair to move things around and completely re-do the entire house. My mom says this started when I was about 10 years old, and she'd find me rearranging all the furniture in my room on a regular basis. And then I'd do the living room. I
- [Review of the Krylon Chalky Spray Paint & Wax](https://sarahjoyblog.com/review-of-the-krylon-chalky-spray-paint-wax/) - You know what's weird right now? It's Thursday, but it really feels like it should be Monday. Or maybe even Sunday? I don't know, but it definitely doesn't feel like Thursday. I swear, these big holidays smack dab in the middle of the week just mess me alllllllll up. But on the bright side, tomorrow
- [Easy Front Door Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-front-door-makeover/) - Have you ever randomly started a project you never intended on doing? That's basically what happened to me a couple of days ago. I was out in the front yard cleaning up our "porch" area, and I started kicking around a few ideas for how I wanted to style it for fall. Pretty soon after,
- [Spring Decor in the Breakfast Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/spring-decor-in-the-breakfast-nook/) - You guys. I just realized that I've officially surpassed 500 posts here on the blog. FIVE HUNDRED!! How crazy is that?! I feel like I need some kind of celebratory cake to honor this milestone, but since I don't have a cake right now I'll just settle for a virtual high five. I honestly can't
- [February Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/february-favorites/) - Happy last day of February guys!! I'm so excited today to share a few favorites from the month and also a little recap of how things have been going lately. But first I gotta say, February was kind of a weird month over here. We had a few bouts of sickness for the kids, lots
- [The Best Neutral Paint Colors](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-neutral-paint-colors/) - Happppppy Friday you fabulous people! How was your week? It's actually been really good around here because my little guy has been on fall break all week. We haven't done much, but it's just been soooooo nice to spend lazy days together. I seriously love days where we have nothing to do and no place
- [Chalk Painted Typewriter Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/chalk-painted-typewriter-makeover/) - Happpppppy Spray Paint Saturday!! Kidding. I just made that up. But it's kinda catchy, right? And it's actually perfect because today I have a fun little project that involves spray paint and an old typewriter I recently found at one of my favorite thrift stores. This typewriter wasn't a very interesting find, in fact it
- [Affordable Maxi Dresses from Amazon](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-maxi-dresses-from-amazon/) - Well it's officially March and that means I have spring fever out the wazoo. I'm so ready for temperatures that don't require 8,172 layers. I'm craving warm sunshine, flowers, green grass, birds singing--give me ALL THE SPRING THINGS. Who's with me?! Well today I wanted to kick off the month with a post all about
- [One Project I Regret & Why](https://sarahjoyblog.com/one-project-i-regret-why/) - All right, time for an honest moment here: I've been thinking about doing this post for a while now, but I've felt super nervous about it because I'm basically admitting that one of our biggest projects wasn't the best idea. In fact, I kinda regret doing it, which is awful to say, but it's true.
- [How I Detoxified Our Laundry Routine](https://sarahjoyblog.com/how-i-detoxified-our-laundry/) - You know you're getting old when you get really excited about good laundry products, right?! Right. Well that's at least how I feel anyway. And that's saying a LOT, especially considering I'm not the biggest fan of laundry. In fact, I'd rather wash dishes or sweep the floor or pretty much do any other household
- [Holiday Weekend Sales Roundup: Home + Clothing](https://sarahjoyblog.com/holiday-weekend-sales-roundup-home-clothing/) - This week I learned a very important lesson: don't go for an uphill run and then do a ton of walking lunges and burpees. Really, don't do it. It will only result in being so sore that you can barely walk for two whole days. And then you'll start to question your life choices and
- [Huge Labor Day Sales Round Up!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-labor-day-sales-round-up/) - Hellllllllo there and happy weekend guys. And happy September!! I wanted to pop in today and share all the fun home decor and clothing/beauty sales that are happening right now for Labor Day weekend. I always, always shop these big holiday sales because it's where I get some of my best home decor finds at
- [Updated Skincare Routine](https://sarahjoyblog.com/updated-skin-care-routine/) - This post is sponsored by Tula. All opinions are 100 percent my own. I never share anything I don’t use and love. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible! I am sooooooo excited today to be chatting with you guys about a topic that I've become super passionate about over
- [10 Affordable Farmhouse Style Ceiling Fans](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-affordable-farmhouse-style-ceiling-fans-2/) - Turn on your JavaScript to view content
- [An Olive Tree, The Best Lotion & More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/olive-tree-best-lotion/) - OK, I need to start off today's post by saying HOLY COW YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME. I cannot believe how many of you took time to comment on my last post about our staircase. I absolutely loved reading through all of your suggestions and input on what we should do to update those stairs. I'm
- [Weekend Sales--My Favorite Signs & More!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/weekend-sales-my-favorite-signs-more/) - Happy weekend you fabulous people!! I just wanted to pop in here for a hot minute to let you guys know about a few awesome decor sales that are happening right now. I actually wasn't planning to even share a sales post this weekend, but I was doing a little online browsing last night and
- [Our New Living Room Light & 8 Farmhouse Style Wood Chandeliers](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-new-living-room-light-8-farmhouse-style-wood-chandeliers/) - Shop the post: Turn on your JavaScript to view content
- [$5 Galvanized Bucket Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/5-galvanized-bucket-makeover/) - So a few weeks ago I was blissfully browsing around Target by myself when I decided to take a quick stroll through the dollar spot. I was actually looking for some cute Valentine's day goodies for my kids when I found a stack of full size galvanized buckets. And the best part is they were
- [My Picks from the New Opalhouse Launch at Target](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-picks-from-the-new-opalhouse-launch-at-target/) - Yep. It's happening again. Target continues to take all of my money. And you know what? I'm not that mad about it because Target is really stepping up their game lately. Just yesterday they launched a brand spankin' new home decor line called Opalhouse. Did you hear about this?? It has basically EVERYTHING. Decor. Furniture.
- [20 Farmhouse Style Barn Lights](https://sarahjoyblog.com/20-farmhouse-style-barn-lights/) - Happy Friday guys!! Can you believe it's already Easter weekend?! I honestly can't wrap my mind around it already being time for Easter–I mean, it just seems way too early this year. I always like when Easter falls little later into April, when the weather is a bit warmer, the grass is starting to turn
- [Farmhouse Spring Decor from Etsy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-spring-decor-from-etsy/) - FRIDAY!!!! Hallelujah, we have arrived my friends. How was your week? It's been a busy one over here, but overall it was MUCH better than last week. Much, much better. And now we're cruising into Spring Break and I could not be more excited for some down time. It seems like life has been extra
- [Small Linen Closet Makeover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/small-linen-closet-makeover/) - You know what I'm discovering about myself in 2019?? I actually like organizing. Really, I'm surprising myself here. But I'm starting to get the hang out it and I'm kinda getting hooked. Weird, huh?! Miracles happen my friends. And my organization streak continued this weekend when I randomly decided to go through my entire closet
- [10 Unique Finds from Etsy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-unique-finds-from-etsy/) - WE SURVIVED THE WEEK. Cue all the jazz hands! Seriously. You know you want to do it. Or at least I do because this week was a doozy. It was the kind of week that felt soooooo long, almost like two weeks packed into one. And then to make things extra fun I was stuck
- [A Little Spring in the Living Room](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-little-spring-in-the-living-room/) - I have to admit, now that it's February I'm really feeling the itch to decorate for spring. I know you're probably laughing at that because there is still SO MUCH WINTER left, especially for us lucky ones in Colorado. And I have to agree---it is ridiculous to be thinking about spring in February, but I
- [January Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/january-favorites/) - Happppppppy last day of January guys!! We finally made it through the longest month of the year. Anyone else feel like that? January always kinda drags on at a snail's pace, but it's still one of my favorite months because it's full of hope, new goals, new dreams, etc. And now that it's almost February
- [Vintage Inspired Botanical Prints](https://sarahjoyblog.com/vintage-inspired-botanical-prints-2/) - I've said it before and I'll say it again: I LOVE ETSY. Seriously, it's become one of my absolute favorite places to shop, especially for vintage and farmhouse style decor. I was actually getting my hair done the other day and I went on a whole rant to my sweet hairdresser about why Etsy is
- [Amazing Finds (with free shipping!) at TJ Maxx](https://sarahjoyblog.com/amazing-finds-at-tj-maxx-online/) - Wanna know something crazy?! You can shop at TJ Maxx online. Like on your couch. In your pajamas. Without actually going to the store. Yep. True story. You might already be aware of this, but I had no idea until just a few weeks ago. Apparently I've been living under a rock or something. But,
- [Huge Memorial Day Sales Roundup](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-memorial-day-sales-roundup/) - Hellllllllo there and happy weekend guys! So first off, I have to apologize because I totally planned to get this post up early Friday morning. BUT I had a bit of an accident Thursday night, so I wasn't able to get this finished for you guys. I was actually eating dinner and bit into a
- [DIY Vintage Card Catalog Coffee Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-vintage-card-catalog-coffee-table/) - Yep. It happened! You can probably tell from the title of this post that we finally turned our old vintage card catalog into a DIY coffee table. Eeeeek!! I've been talking about doing this project for a while now, but it was one of those things that just never happened for one reason or another.
- [Old Door Turned Full Length Mirror](https://sarahjoyblog.com/old-door-turned-full-length-mirror/) - You guys know my love for old doors runs deep. There's just something so simple and beautiful about an old, chippy door. Whenever I see one it's like a magnetic pull I can't resist. Is that strange? Probably. Anyway, for a long time now I've dreamt of turning an old door into a full length mirror.
- [Top 10 Purchases from the Blog in 2018](https://sarahjoyblog.com/top-10-purchases-from-the-blog-in-2018/) - Can you believe it's already January 21st? How is that even possible?! The first month of 2019 is already almost over and it feels like it just started two days ago. I don't know how it's going so quickly, but I hope your year is off to a great start so far. It's actually been
- [My Finds from the Old House Vintage Market](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-finds-from-the-old-house-vintage-market/) - I'm currently sitting on my cozy couch with a cup of coffee and trying to wrap my mind around all the wonderful-ness that happened this weekend. If you follow along over on Instagram, you might know that I was invited to visit the Old House Vintage Market this weekend. And it was AMAZING. I made
- [Five Winter Decluttering Tips + Printable!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/five-winter-decluttering-tips-printable/) - Happpppppy Saturday guys!! So today I want to chat about home decluttering because it's something I've become pretty much obsessed with lately. It all started with taking Christmas decor down a few weeks ago, which then led to rearranging furniture, organizing closets, throwing things away, donating clothes, etc, etc. And now I feel like it's
- [Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Waco, Texas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-visiting-waco-texas/) - Hiya friends! Today is part two of my post about our trip to Magnolia Market a few weeks ago. I've had so many of you ask for specific details about Waco--like where to stay, eat, and of course shop for antiques--so today I'm sharing everything you need to know about visiting Waco, Texas. Well, not everything but you get the idea.
- [The Living Room Door is Finally Painted!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-living-room-door-is-finally-painted/) - Well it's taken us over four months, but I am SO excited to say that we finally painted the french door in the living room. EEEEKKK! I never thought it would take us this long, but I had a hard time deciding what exactly I wanted to do with this door. And then the holidays
- [Simple Decor Ideas for After Christmas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-decor-ideas-for-after-christmas/) - Anyone else feel totally lost on what day it is? Seriously, my brain is a blurry mess this week after Christmas. And my house is a blur too--every room looks like a bomb went off. Yesterday I was taking Christmas home decor down and while I was in the middle of doing that, I decided
- [New Decor from Hearth & Hand at Target!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-decor-from-hearth-hand-at-target/) - Helllllllo there and happy day-after-Christmas! I hope your holiday was wonderful and full of rest, yummy food, and good company. Ours was very low-key and relaxed, which was pretty darn great. I honestly can't believe it's already over, but I'm looking forward to taking time this week to reflect on the past year and dream
- [The Coolest Vintage Find Ever!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-coolest-vintage-find-ever/) - Well I know that post title is a teensy bit ambitious, but it's true!! You guys, I recently came across the coolest vintage vintage find ever and I am so excited to share it with you today. I actually found this last week while I was browsing through one of my favorite thrift shops (I'll
- [How I Transitioned to Farmhouse Style](https://sarahjoyblog.com/transitioning-farmhouse-decor/) - Hey guys and welcome back to my blog!! Today I'm sharing how I transitioned to farmhouse style and a few tips if you're looking to do the same. You see, I haven't always been a decorating ninja. Well, that's probably up for debate, but I think it's safe to say I'm a whole lot better
- [Repurposed Chicken Crate Side Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/repurposed-chicken-crate-side-table/) - Goooooooood morning and happy Monday!! So you wanna know something really random? Today is National Chocolate Caramel Day. Yep, true story. Apparently it's a thing and it's TODAY. Don't ask me how or why I know this random/useless information, but there it is. And if you're wondering, the best way to observe this "holiday" is
- [Vintage Wooden Crate Side Table](https://sarahjoyblog.com/vintage-wooden-crate-side-table/) - Rise and shine guys and happpppppppppy Monday!! Wanna know what I did this weekend?! I finally finished our taxes and I'm absolutely thrilled about it. I've been dreading it for so long now, but yesterday I finally decided to sit my booty down and get it done. And even though it took me several hours,
- [Beautiful & Affordable Farmhouse Style Area Rugs](https://sarahjoyblog.com/beautiful-affordable-farmhouse-style-area-rugs/) - Happpppppy Friday you fabulous people! It is Friday, right? I'm pretty sure it is, although I have been in a baby haze over here ever since little Ava Pearl arrived and I hardly know what day it is most of the time. But dang, it's been the best kind of haze. I've been soaking up all the snuggles with that
- [My Word for 2018 & Plans for the Year](https://sarahjoyblog.com/word-2018-plans-year/) - Well guys, can you believe we are into 2018?! Just saying that number feels a little surreal to me. 2018. Seriously, how are we already to 2018?! I can still remember New Years Eve in 1999. You know, when everyone thought the world was going to end with Y2K. Everyone was stockpiling canned goods and
- [Simple Christmas Entryway](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-christmas-entryway/) - So if you've been following along over on IG stories lately, you might know that I've been in the most ridiculous and never-ending dilemma with my front entryway. That actually sounds a lot more serious that it really is, BUT I have been struggling with this space for a while now. You might remember that
- [December Favorites](https://sarahjoyblog.com/december-favorites/) - Rise and shine friends, Christmas is in 8 days!! EIGHT DAYS. Eeeeek! How are you hanging in there? I'm actually not too bad on the freak out scale right now, which is surprising for me. I have about seventy percent of my shopping done, but I'm feeling myself getting mentally ready for Christmas to come.
- [Gifts for Mom--Thoughtful & Personalized Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/friday-favorites-flour-sack-tea-towel-thoughtful-mothers-day-gift-ideas/) - Happy Friday my friends! I am SO excited for today's Friday Favorites post because I am sharing something that is near and dear to my heart, as well several sweet and thoughtful Mother's Day gift ideas. Now I know we are still a few weeks away from Mother's Day, it's actually May 14th, but it's time to start planning your
- [Double Chocolate Christmas Cookies](https://sarahjoyblog.com/double-chocolate-christmas-cookies/) - Happy Sunday guys!! I hope your weekend is going well so far and you're doing lots of fun Christmas-y things. I wanted to pop in real quick today to share my recipe for double chocolate Christmas cookies. I was actually making these yesterday with the kiddos and I shared a few little snippets on Instagram
- [3 Easy & Beautiful Gift Wrapping Ideas](https://sarahjoyblog.com/3-easy-beautiful-gift-wrapping-ideas/) - So I have to admit, one of my least favorite things to do this time of year is wrap Christmas gifts. Really, it's true. I usually procrastinate and I always dread doing it. Does anyone else feel that way or is it just me? I'm actually pretty awful at it too (just ask my husband!)
- [New Barn Lights in the Reading Nook](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-barn-lights-in-the-reading-nook/) - Good morning sunshine and happy Monday! I hope your weekend was fabulous and full of happy things. It was a good one over here. We mostly just piddled around the house doing a few little projects and hung out inside while a pretty nasty snow storm passed through yesterday. It was actually kinda nice since
- [Wall Frames, Vintage Chairs & More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/wall-frames-vintage-chairs/) - Happy happy happy Friday, good lookin'! How was your week? It's been busy over here. I have about 41 decor projects going at once and a dozen more that I'm dreaming about doing. I don't know what it is about this time of year, but I always feel so motivated to get stuff done. You
- [Cozy Holiday Bedroom](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-holiday-bedroom/) - Want to hear something fabulous? I spent all day yesterday in my pajamas. Yep. ALL DAY. It was glorious. Absolutely glorious. I highly recommend it. We watched football, laid around the house, and just hung out together. Now I'm feeling recharged and ready to take on a fresh new week. I hope you are too!
- [Simple Christmas Kitchen & Hot Chocolate Bar](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-christmas-kitchen-hot-chocolate-bar/) - Well hello there sunshine and happy Monday! How was your weekend? It was actually pretty laid back around here. In fact, I only left the house once. Seriously, have I told y'all I'm a homebody?! It's true, and my husband teases me about my old lady status all the time. What can I say? I
- [Simple Vintage Christmas Mantle](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-vintage-christmas-mantle/) - I know some of you might be getting tired of Christmas decor and probably want to see something else here on the blog, but I just can't help it. I feel like my brain is completely consumed with holiday decorating right now. Ok, maybe that's a tad bit dramatic. It's not completely consumed, but I'd
- [My Favorite Holiday Skincare Gifts!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-favorite-holiday-skincare-gifts/) - Good morning guys and happy Friday!! Today I am SO excited to chat about skincare and my favorite holiday gifting kits. If you've been around for a while you know I am obsessed with Tula. I've been religiously using their products for about two years now and my skin is looking better than ever. You
- [Easy DIY Christmas Truck Crate](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-diy-christmas-truck-crate/) - Happy Wednesday guys!! Anyone in the mood for a little Christmas DIY project? I hope so because today I'm sharing a very easy DIY Christmas truck crate. You're probably wondering what in the heck that is and I don't blame you. I honestly wasn't sure what to title this post and "Christmas truck crate" is
- [Gift Ideas for the Farmhouse Lover](https://sarahjoyblog.com/gift-ideas-farmhouse-lover/) - Hi friends! Today I'm sharing some great gift ideas for the farmhouse lover in your life. Many of these items are things I own and love myself, like my Magnolia Home Crate and vintage mailbox, but I've also found a few others things that are sure to make any farmhouse loving lady happy. Or maybe even a
- [DIY Christmas Wreath in 3 Easy Steps](https://sarahjoyblog.com/diy-christmas-wreath-in-3-easy-steps/) - Well good morning friends and happy Thanksgiving eve!! I hope you're all enjoying a little time off this week with your family and loved ones. Don't you just love this time of year? This week in particular is always so fun because I feel like it's all about family, food, and of course shopping the
- [10 Awesome Christmas Decor Finds from Etsy](https://sarahjoyblog.com/10-awesome-christmas-decor-finds-from-etsy/) - Hellllllo there darlin' and happy Friday to you!! I am SO excited today is Friday because this week 100% kicked my booty. Actually, I think it was last weekend (when I spent hours updating the blog design) that kicked my booty and I never did recover. I felt so tired for the first half of
- [Cozy Christmas Living Room Tour](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-christmas-living-room-tour/) - Well it happened guys. This weekend I got the itch to start decorating for Christmas and I decided to just roll with it even though I planned to wait until after Thanksgiving. But I figured a few days early wouldn't matter, right?! Right. So on Friday afternoon I started pulling bins out of storage and
- [Step by Step Drop Cloth Curtain Tutorial](https://sarahjoyblog.com/step-by-step-drop-cloth-curtains/) - So if you've been around LVN for a while now you may have noticed that I have a growing obsession with drop cloth curtains. It's kind of out of control. I first put them in our basement and I now have two sets in our front room, dining room, and my daughter's room. I absolutely
- [A Simple Thanksgiving Table & Family Traditions](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-simple-thanksgiving-table-family-traditions/) - Well believe it or not, Thanksgiving is just over one week away. ONE WEEK. Craziness, right? It's hard to believe how fast this month is flying by. And even though many of you are probably already starting to think about Christmas decor, I still wanted to share my Thanksgiving table today because I just love
- [New & Improved Blog Design!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-improved-blog-design/) - Well my friends, today is a very exciting Monday because my blog just got a major facelift this weekend and I am so pumped to share it with you all! I actually had another post planned for today, but I figured it would be fun to just take a second and acknowledge the new fancy
- [My Current Skincare Routine](https://sarahjoyblog.com/current-skincare-routine/) - Happpppy Tuesday guys! I am seriously so excited today because I'm sharing my current skincare routine. Whoot whoot! So many of you have asked to see this post and I'm honestly thrilled to be able to share more of what I love here on LVN. Now before I get into it I have to tell you
- [What's in My Makeup Bag: Favorite Products](https://sarahjoyblog.com/whats-makeup-bag/) - One thing I don't share about much on this little blog is my love for makeup. I have to admit it, I'm a bit of a makeup junkie my friends. It's just plain fun and one of the best parts about being a girl, right? I've always loved playing around with makeup, but my obsession
- [Huge Furniture Sale at World Market--My Picks](https://sarahjoyblog.com/huge-furniture-sale-at-world-market-my-picks/) - Happy weekend fabulous people!! So I wasn't planning on posting today, but I was doing a little online shopping last night for a new coffee table when I realized there are a ton of great sales happening this weekend. One of my favorite places to shop, World Market, is doing 40% off all furniture right
- [Testing out Rust-Oleum Aged Glaze](https://sarahjoyblog.com/testing-out-rust-oleum-aged-glaze/) - So a few weeks ago I was browsing for random things on Amazon, like I do on most of my Friday nights, when I stumbled on the Rust-Oleum Aged Glaze for the first time ever. I think it's actually been out for a while now, but somehow I've never seen it. Apparently I've been living under
- [New Makeup, Skincare, Wreaths + More](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-makeup-skincare-wreaths-more/) - It's Friday guys!!! Hallelujah. I don't know about you, but this week was a doozy for me! I was so busy, plus I think the time change just threw me for a loop. I feel like it always takes me a while to adjust to the days being shorter. And in my mind, this time
- [Annual Christmas Decor Shopping Guide](https://sarahjoyblog.com/annual-christmas-decor-shopping-guide/) - Well I can't believe it, but it's officially November 1st and that means it's time for my annual Christmas decor shopping guide. Whoot whoot!! This is the third time I've done this, you can see last year's round up here and the year before that here. And I'm back at it today with my favorite cozy, farmhouse
- [Our Christmas Home Tour: Part One](https://sarahjoyblog.com/our-christmas-home-tour-part-one/) - How is Christmas less than 2 weeks away? Seriously, time just zips by at lightening speed. I wish it would slow down so we could really savor this season. I just love it all--baking, family traditions, and celebrating the birth of our Savior--it's definitely my favorite time of year. I'm so excited to share with
- [Simple Vintage Farmhouse Winter Porch](https://sarahjoyblog.com/simple-vintage-farmhouse-winter-porch/) - Goooooood morning and happy Monday! Are we all bright-eyed and busy-tailed this morning? Or more like stressed and overwhelmed because Christmas is only ONE week away. One week! Are you ready?? I'm definitely ready if you consider all things other than shopping. Ready to eat lots of delicious food? Yes. Ready to drink copious amounts
- [Farmhouse Christmas Decor + Vintage Card Catalog](https://sarahjoyblog.com/farmhouse-christmas-decor-vintage-card-catalog/) - Well hellllllo there and happpppy Monday to you!! How ya doing after the long holiday weekend? I'm feeling pretty darn good today because I basically got the entire house decorated for Christmas this weekend. You guys know I was waiting a bit longer than I did last year to decorate, so this weekend I wanted
- [Affordable (and pretty!) Christmas Trees](https://sarahjoyblog.com/affordable-and-pretty-christmas-trees/) - Thanks goodness it is Friiiiiiiiiiiiday! How was your week? It's been a bit challenging around here to say the least. We had a little stomach bug that has slowly worked it's way through the entire family--all except for me and the baby. Ew, right? It hasn't been fun and I'm honestly a teensy bit terrified
- [I'm Making a Big Change!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/im-making-a-big-change/) - You guys, I'm a little nervous to post this today, but so excited at the same time because I'm making a BIG change and I can't wait to tell you all about it. See, for over a year now I have had a tug on my heart to change the name of my blog. It
- [My Trip to the Silobration with KILZ](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-trip-to-the-silobration-with-kilz/) - Do you ever go through a crazy experience and then afterwards the whole thing feels kinda surreal? That's pretty much how I feel about my trip to the Silobration with KILZ. It came and went in a blink of an eye and I'm still trying to absorb everything that happened. The entire experience was absolutely
- [My Favorite Oil for Immune Support](https://sarahjoyblog.com/the-best-essential-oil-for-immune-support/) - So if you were around LVN last year, you might remember that we all got the full-blown flu at Christmas time. And it was AWFUL. I still shutter when I think back to that because it was terrible and let me tell you--the real flu is no joke. I got it and all three kids
- [A Cozy Corner in the Basement](https://sarahjoyblog.com/a-cozy-corner-in-the-basement/) - OMG. OMG. OMG. You guys, I leave for the Silobration in Waco in FIVE DAYS. Well actually, it's only four days if you don't count today, but holy cow it's getting so close. I'm a big ol' ball of nerves and excitement at this point and I even had a dream about the trip a
- [New Lamps in the Living Room + New Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/new-lamps-in-the-living-room-new-finds/) - Wellllllllllll, I was planning to share a fun little progress update on our kids' bedroom makeover with you guys today, but thanks to a week of freezing weather and misty rain/snow we had to push off installing the new window. I was a little bummed, but I've waited this long so I can wait a
- [Cozy Reading Nook with Marshalls Finds](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-reading-nook-with-marshalls-finds/) - This post is sponsored by Marshalls, but all opinions are my own. Thank you so much for supporting the brands that make LVN possible! Good morning sunshine and happppppy Wednesday!! So you wanna hear something crazy? It snowed at my house yesterday. Yep, true story. It wasn't much, but enough to officially count as our
- [Easy DIY Vintage Pumpkin Stand](https://sarahjoyblog.com/easy-diy-vintage-pumpkin-stand/) - Wait, how is it Monday already?! Seriously, that weekend flew by. Anyone else feel that way? Gah. I want a do-over. I'm not ready for Monday. Actually I shouldn't say that because it's an exciting week around here. The window in our kids' room is going in this week. Yaaaaaay! I can't wait to share
- [My Top 5 Favorites from World Market + Giveaway!](https://sarahjoyblog.com/my-top-5-favorites-from-world-market-giveaway/) - Good morning buttercup and happppppy Friday! So can we just talk for a hot minute about my obsession with World Market? I was thinking about how much I love that place yesterday when I realized that I really do have a lot of great pieces from there. In fact, many of my all-time favorite home
- [Cozy Fall Decor on the Patio](https://sarahjoyblog.com/cozy-fall-decor-on-the-patio/) - First off, I just want to thank you all for the love and support on my post Monday. I honestly can't even begin to tell you all how much it means to me to have you here and following along on my journey. To have such kind, caring, and loving people reading my blog is
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- [formaldehyde test](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tag/formaldehyde-test/)
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- [decor on a budget](https://sarahjoyblog.com/tag/decor-on-a-budget/)
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