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Mid-century bedroom with wood writing desk

Refinishing a Wood Desk to Maintain Its Original Mid-Century Charm

I love a good furniture flip! Hunting down and refinishing vintage pieces is one of the best ways to infuse your home with mid-century style. But it kills me when …

Mid-century modern coffee table with angled legs - West Elm Marcio Display Coffee Table

12 Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables (and My Top Pick)

The 1950s brought us the grand tradition of living room dining, made possible by TV dinners, trays and mid-century modern coffee tables. After moving my vintage coffee table to the …

Starburst wall clock in mid-century modern home office

Give Your Home Office a Bold Mid-Century Modern Makeover

If you’re a work-from-homer or side-gigging-unicorn, you need a beautiful home office that won’t hinder your productivity. Maybe that means an open layout with a desk facing the window. You …

Mid-century modern window valance pink curtain with retro mermaids and mer-kitties

How to Make a Window Valance (With Retro Mer-Kitties!)

When I stumbled upon the world’s cutest mer-kitty fabric, I had to find a project for it. I considered a spot in the tiki room. But ultimately this fabric was …

Mid-century modern tiki bar decor with string lights and banana tree

Tiki Bar Decor Guide: All the Lighting, Furniture and Kitsch You Need

We’ve talked about how to make a tiki bar gallery wall and create mood lighting with DIY lanterns. Now let’s put it all together to create your dreamy tropical lounge. …

Amber glowing DIY lanterns under blue lighting in tiki bar

DIY Tiki Bar Lanterns for Instant Mood Lighting

Wondering how to get that tiki bar glow? Try hanging several DIY lanterns to set the tropical mood! These candle holders are affordable and easy to make with glass jars, …