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The Turquoise Home

If you love home decor, DIY projects and paint color help, you'll love it here! I find joy in creating a beautiful home for my family and sharing it with you!

realistic fake pumpkins with a purple mum on brick porch steps
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🤐 Shhhh! My front porch has a secret! 🤫

Hi there, Reader! How's is going?! Happy Monday! While it's still quite hot here in Alabama, I'm starting to see football on TV and all of the fall activities are picking back up. We're in school again full-swing and it's all back to the normal routines! That means it's time to turn our attention to fall decor and I'm here to tell you a little secret! Shhhh!!!! Nobody will ever know! Last year I ditched the real pumpkins from the pumpkin patch, and bought these faux pumpkins rated for outdoor...

Hi there, Reader! Are you ready to celebrate all things summer around a table with family and friends? Hosting meals outdoors or inside is one of the best parts of the season. I’ve got some great ideas to get you started with celebrating the beauty of the summer. TAP HERE for 9 Summer Table Decor Ideas! Links & Loves: This white and blue shirt is less than $14 and so light and airy for the summer. It's true to size and well-lined. Take 20% off all Ruggable Rugs in their extended Memorial Day...

ZZ plant in a white scalloped planter on a brass plant stand.

Hi there, Reader! Once upon a time, I had a black thumb. I couldn’t keep a plant alive for anything! I now chalk that up to trying to keep kids alive taking precedence over anything else. I would have said I’m only good with faux plants just a few years ago. But ever since I dipped my toe into the plant world with the three easiest house plants, I’ve successfully kept many plants alive! While it’s been a learning curve, I’ve enjoyed adding different plants to my collection in the years since....

Hi there, Reader! Have you ever been invited to a campout or bonfire and dreaded going because of the stinky smoke smell that seems to linger forever?! But my husband and kids LOVE a fire pit experience and cooking s'mores over an open flame. I didn't want to miss out on the family memories! So, when my husband started talking about the Solo Stove years ago, I quickly agreed to get one! It promised a smokeless fire pit experience and I was eager to try it out. Several years later, it's still...

nursery paint colors

Hi there, Reader! Having a baby on the way is such an exciting time! (No, I'm not making an announcement, just recalling when I did have my babies a decade ago! 🤣) And one of the most enjoyable parts is creating a nursery while we wait. {By the way, feel free to forward this to a friend or family member who is expecting!} But, as we know, paint colors can be tricky and overwhelming, so it's nice to start with some ideas in mind. I've gathered the Nursery Paint Colors I used in my nurseries...

stonington gray paint color spotlight

Hi there, Reader! Paint colors can be tricky... so let's dive into another popular color today! From modern farmhouse to coastal glam, Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray will feel right at home in all kinds of spaces. For today’s paint spotlight, we’ll explore everything there is to know about this cool-toned gray that has taken the design world by storm. When you’re trying to decide what to paint your house, you might want... Tap for the Stonington Gray Paint Color Spotlight! >> Grab a real...

wicker swivel grlider on back porch

Hi there, Reader! I hope you've had a great week! I am enjoying the spring-feeling weather we've had here in Alabama and the green popping out everywhere! The sunny weather has also reminded me how much I love the new patio furniture we bought last year. It's so pretty and still looks as good as it did the day we bought it! And while I shared a little bit about it in my new patio furniture last year in my Screened-In Porch Decorating Ideas post, I've never shared all of the reasons why I love...

blue and white ginger jar with a boxwood topiary

Hi there, Reader! I'm sure you've seen the rise of ginger jars and blue and white vessels in home decor. It's been part of the Grandmillennial style and a throwback to traditional roots. These beautiful ceramic vessels have existed for thousands of years, so they can hardly be considered a trend. But they have become readily available as of late, and I'm here for it! Come and see how I decorate with ginger jars and other ideas for making your home beautiful. Tap for How to Decorate with...

corner decor in the living room

Hi there, Reader! If you've ever wondered how to fill a corner in your home, look no further! Much like hallways, people underestimate how much corner decor can add to your interior design style. An empty corner is the perfect place to let your personality shine – and in some cases, gain some extra storage space or solve other design challenges. Come see the BEST 13 corner decor ideas HERE! Tap for The 13 BEST Corner Decor Ideas Links & Loves: I bought two of these flutter-sleeve t-shirts...

sage green paint colors

Hi there, Reader! If you've been on the fence or still looking for the best sage green paint colors, I've put together a guide to the best sage colors for your home. While we've been hearing about greens – specifically shades of sage – for a couple of years now, they're not going away for a while, if ever. So, if you haven't embraced this beautiful color, let's check them out on the blog today! Tap for The 17 BEST Sage Green Paint Colors for Your Home Links & Loves: My favorite 👙 swimsuit 👙...