Hi, I'm Marion
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I’m a wife, mom, spatial designer, vegan recipe developer, Bohemian spirit, and a Master Gardner in training and I am on a journey to live an abundant life filled with joy. I want to surround myself with the beauty of cottage gardens, to grow organic vegetables and fruits for the table, to prepare healthy, delicious vegan meals for my family and to create a cozy, welcoming environment through home renovation and decorating, that soothes us after a long day. I believe that anyone can find joy in their surroundings if given the right tools to envision their dreams. I hope that along our journey, you will find the skills to create the vision you want for your life.
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Finding Storage Solutions ~ Part 1
Most homes do not offer enough closet space, so we are always looking for storage solutions that are not too big or too small, compliments our home’s overall design and that blends in with my decorating style. This was never truer than when we purchased our co-op. It...
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A Blissful Honeymoon Adventure in Guatemala
When deciding on a honeymoon, we were overwhelmed with possibilities. We had been restoring a cooperative apartment in an historic building, for 7 months (see more here) and, planning a wedding (see more here) and knew one thing was certain. A quiet relaxing...
Creating Your Dream Wedding
When Dudley asked me to marry him, I started thinking about what that would look like. In all honesty, I started long before that. My previous wedding was very traditional with the white frilly dress, chapel, huge reception…but at 63, what do we want, and how can we...
Creative Solutions for Small Kitchen Design
Having a small kitchen does not mean that you must give up on having ample counterspace with lots of storage. You just need to be creative with your design. We had been waiting for a year for an apartment to become available, in an historic cooperative building...
Unlocking the Potential of Every Room in Your Home
Utilizing every square inch of space when unlocking the potential of your home involves reimagining traditional spaces to meet your unique lifestyle in every room of your home. The desire for a dining room, for example, shouldn’t result in it sitting unused...
Creating a Stylish Cat Climbing Wall
We set about creating a cat climbing wall to improve the quality of life for our beloved cat, Graycie. She was diagnosed with a rare disorder called Feline Hyperesthesia. After a couple of months of trying different medications, we were concerned that we were...
How to Create a Mudroom in a Small Space
I always wanted a functional mudroom. You know, the ones you see on Pinterest with lots of storage, a place to sit, and somewhere to hang coats and put your muddy boots. What I didn’t have was the room for one. My predicament was a peculiar space (seen below)...
Transform Your Yard with a Stunning Rain Garden: A Step-by-Step Guide
Enhance Your Landscape While Effectively Managing Run-Off in Your Outdoor SpaceWhat is a Rain Garden? An eco-friendly solution to manage run-off while creating a beautiful garden space. In this guide, we will take you through the process of assessing drainage issues,...
Attain the Full Potential of a Greenhouse: A Year-Round Guide
Have you ever considered investing in a greenhouse but felt uncertain about maximizing its potential? Or is your greenhouse sitting unused much of the year? Here are some ideas that I have tried to get the most from my greenhouse. From the time that I spent working...
The Basics of Easy, Relaxed Entertaining
Keep it easy and relaxed when entertaining. Whether you are having a few friends, or a party, there are a few lessons I have learned from my mistakes. Nothing is worse than watching the clock an hour before guests arrive, knowing that you are not going to be ready. No...
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