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Romanticizing Rachel

First time mom trying to romanticize the mundane parts of life.

April 22, 2024

15 Breathtaking Barndominium Interior Ideas for Your Dream Home

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Let’s look at 15 of the absolute best barndominium interior ideas that will take your barndo from an old refurbished farm, to your absolute dream home! Last Updated: 10/29/24 If you haven’t heard about this trend yet, just know that…

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April 19, 2024

21 Beautiful Summer Kitchen Ideas for Small Kitchens

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In this post, we’ll look at twenty one of the most beautiful summer kitchen ideas for decor inspiration in your home. All of these ideas are unique, stunning, and small kitchen friendly! One thing about me is I am always…

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April 15, 2024

15 Creative BBQ Dinner Party Ideas for a Stunning Backyard Bash

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In this post, we’ll look at 15 creative and easy BBQ dinner party ideas to beautify your backyard for your summer hosting needs! Published: 04/15/24 Today was one of those Spring warm weather days where you can go outside for…

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April 13, 2024

25 Beautiful Rustic 4th of July Decor Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Decorating

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In this post, we’ll look at 25 rustic 4th of July decor ideas for the primitive and vintage feeling 4th of your dreams! We’ll look at options for indoor decorating, outdoor decorating, as well as tablescapes for home hosting. This…

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April 8, 2024

20 Small Backyard Concrete Patio Ideas on a Budget

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In this post, we’ll break down 20 backyard concrete patio ideas on a budget that are perfect for small patios in need of a makeover this spring! If there’s one thing you need to know about me, it’s that I…

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April 5, 2024

23 Gorgeous White Rustic Kitchen Ideas Perfect for 2025

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In this post, we’ll look at twenty-three gorgeous white rustic kitchen ideas that you can incorporate into your home to stay on trend in 2025! Last Updated: 10/13/24 Often when people think rustic home decor, bright whites and cream colors…

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April 2, 2024

Best Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas (10 Beautiful Tablescapes for Mom)

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Let’s look at the best Mother’s Day Brunch ideas for you and your family to copy this Mom’s day to give her all the love she deserves! One of the best ways you can celebrate the mom in your life…

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March 30, 2024

13 Easy DIY Rustic Basement Bar Ideas On a Budget

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This post will break down 13 affordable DIY rustic basement bar ideas to upgrade your basement space in just one weekend! Last Updated: 10/10/24 Nothing screams “fun people live here” quite like an at home basement bar. It’s the best…

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March 27, 2024

20 Creative Cabin Activities for the Entire Family

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If you’re worried about what your family will do and how you’ll bond on your next cabin vacation, this list of cabin activities for the family will ease your mind. Get everyone off their phones and into the wild with…

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March 24, 2024

The 7 Trendiest Stores to Shop Western Outfits for Kids in 2024

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Let’s look at the 7 best stores to buy Western outfits for kids so your family can achieve that laid-back California Western style that’s so trendy right now! There’s a new style of fashion sweeping the US and it’s cozy,…

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March 20, 2024

13 Unique Rustic Baby Shower Ideas for a Memorable Shower

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Are you a mom to be or friend of one in need of rustic baby shower ideas? Keep scrolling for some of the best and most unique decor ideas that will leave a lasting impression on your guests! Last Updated:…

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March 16, 2024

17 Amazing Lake Cabin Decor Ideas for your Summer Lake House

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This post provides 17 photos worth of amazing lake cabin decor inspiration for you to incorporate in your lake house this summer. You’ll find visuals as well as decor tips so keep reading below! I grew up in Minnesota where…

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Gave my 100 year old walls the after 40 in Hollywo Gave my 100 year old walls the after 40 in Hollywood treatment and now they’re smooth as can be 🤣🤣

I explored so many different ways of addressing our popcorn walls:

I thought about tearing out all the lath and plaster, but was overwhelmed by the mess and thought of dealing with lead and asbestos 😳

I got a quote from a contractor to drywall, but it was nearly $3000 for four walls 😅

That left me with the decision to do it myself. We used 1/4 inch drywall right over the textured plaster. Because it was so thin, we didn’t have to reframe any windows or doors!

Overall with primer and paint included, this came to about $500 and I couldn’t be happier with the result.

We left the popcorn ceiling this time, but I’m thinking about doing shiplap over top. Stick around to see all the ways I’m making my 100 year old beauty come alive again!

#popcornceilingremoval #texturedwalls #homediy #oldhomerenovations #texturedplaster
I only kind of mean it as a joke 😅😅

There’s nothing wrong with loving a trend and wanting to recreate it in your home! I get inspired by other creators and their homes on the daily.

But I do think that Amazon and LTK have made it a little too easy to copy and paste what you see in someone else’s home!

We’ve lost a little bit of the ability to be INSPIRED. I mean in a way that drives you to find your own personal expression.

I offer this as a challenge, that next time you see a photo of an interior that you truly love…instead of buying all the same things, take a deeper look.

WHAT about the photo do you love? Is it a color scheme? A certain layout or maybe a style of lighting?

Could you find something similar at a secondhand store that’s a better reflection of you and your home? I bet ya could! 

And if it really is a certain item that just ticks every box for you, then go ahead and find that link and get yourself that piece 🙂‍↕️

Social media and content is designed to get you whipping out that credit card every time you open the app. The coolest form of resistance is being slow and thoughtful about your spending 😎

Plus, your home will automatically become a better of reflection of YOU and not your fav influencer 😍

#vintagehomedecor #smallhomeideas #cottagecoreaesthetic #simpleliving #thriftedhome
Americana, street lights, fireflies, berry pie, co Americana, street lights, fireflies, berry pie, corn cobs, sprinklers, apple bobbin type vibe over here 🌾🍅🧺🥧🌽

#countryhome #nostalgiacore #americana #midwestsummer #simpleliving
Americana, street lights, fireflies, berry pie, co Americana, street lights, fireflies, berry pie, corn cobs, sprinklers, apple bobbin type vibe over here 🌾🍅🧺🥧🌽

#countryhome #nostalgiacore #americana #midwestsummer #simpleliving
#ad | YALL I GET TO LOVE BOMB MY VILLAGE TODAY!! 🥹🥹

Nothing makes me happier than being able to give back to the people who pour in to me, and I’m beyond grateful to @hamptonbyhilton for letting me give such an amazing gift!

If you’re looking to treat someone who means the world to you, consider the gift of a summer road trip with a stop at @hilton hotels. Because when you’re exploring America this summer, it matters where you stay.

Deadwood here we come 🤠

@hiltonhonors #Hiltonpartner #summerroadtrip #cowgirlsummer #givingback
And even though the storm was sometimes scary, mom And even though the storm was sometimes scary, mom always made us feel safe 🥹

#countryhome #nostalgiacore #buttermom #nostalgia #90smom
And even though the storm could be scary, mom alwa And even though the storm could be scary, mom always made us feel safe ❤️

#nostalgiacore #buttermom #countryhome #nostalgia #90smom
Amazon links have become so common that we don’t Amazon links have become so common that we don’t even think twice about using them, but should we? 

I used to shop from Amazon WEEKLY. Picking up little things here and there to follow trends or utilizing the ease of fast delivery to my door. 

But I never felt great about it knowing that there were small businesses out there that needed my money more. I just never knew where to find them. 

That’s why I wanted to create this platform! To make shopping small and secondhand feel easy and sexy again. 

If you’re not convinced yet, here are my top 3 reasons to stop shopping Amazon:
1. Sustainability- In 2019, Amazon’s carbon emissions (ONE company) surpassed that of the entire country of Norway. And it’s only grown since (like by A LOT).
2. Unfair Pay for Workers- Though they’re a multi-billion dollar corporation, most employees aren’t making enough to support their families.
3. THERE ARE NO ETHICAL BILLIONAIRES- I don’t want Jeff Bezos getting a penny from me 🥰

I also feel strongly that delivery services are the greatest contributor to the loneliness epidemic we’re experiencing today. We belong in public spaces, interacting with other humans at thrift stores and brick and mortar shops. 

If any of this resonates with you, give @romanticizingrach a follow so together we can find the best small business alternatives and hold each other accountable to shopping secondhand 🫶🏻

#vintagehomedecor #smallhomeideas #smallhomedecor #shopsmall #shopsecondhand

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