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Saved by Grace's avatar

This is absolutely beautiful, but challenging for me as I live on a narrow boat that measures 60' × 6' 10"

Our boat was built to our specification and although it's a small space, we have crisp white bedlinen, good quality towels, a good coffee machine, a handmade sofa, crockery that we enjoy using and a wood burning stove for the winter. We love our home and try to add things that enhance the space, like fresh flowers each week. A lovely read 🥰 Karen

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Andrew Holden's avatar

So much resonates with my home and some lovely reminders of why it makes sense!

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emilia igartua vellatti's avatar

"create little worlds inside big rooms" - love that so much!

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Monica Paola's avatar

Wonderful! Sweet and lovely words!

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Arbina Dey's avatar

This is gold. To be savoured practically and gradually.

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هدايــــــــــة's avatar

Am in love of your way of describing each detail with your own wonderful words ...✨

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Kiley Graber's avatar

Love all these beautiful ideas! ✨

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Cimberlea's avatar

Loving all of this! Thank you for sharing

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Kaitlyn Rightmyer's avatar

I think my favorite is #3.

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Mother, Mirror, Muse's avatar

I love tucking a little library into a quiet corner. a cozy chair draped with sheepskin, a side table with a beeswax flickering candle, and stacks of books just waiting to be explored. And of course, a cup of tea… if you fancy one.

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Obii Udemgba's avatar

One of the most beautiful pieces of writing I have read in my lifetime. Thank you for sharing this.

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Lynn's avatar

Love this! I have just recently moved into a new home and I can’t help myself painting little snippets of wall with blackboard paint for my son but also for me to be creative. I think I am loving it more than my son! lol I have also found an old retro unit that someone was throwing out and with a bit of a clean and polish has come up lovely and has a mixture of mine and my Grandmas things (old and new) along with pictures of my son. A house for me is definitely a home to look forward to coming back to and being lived in. Thanks again for your piece.

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with love, sara's avatar

Aaah this was so much fun to read! The perfect mix of tangible advice and vibes :)

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shibu's avatar

this was so soft and comfy

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Not Exatcly Ana's avatar

Wonderful words!

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Brandie Puskas's avatar

Beautiful article. It all resonates with me. I decorate like this. I name corners of the house. I thought I was the only one quirky enough to do that. Vignettes,vignettes,vignettes. I love the small special spaces that add whimsy and charm to every room.

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