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

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28 year old first time mom and first time homeowner in South Dakota sharing rustic home decor, hosting at home, and first time momma life.

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More than ever, small businesses need our support!

More than ever, small businesses need our support!

Between tariffs driving up prices for business owners and consumers tightening their wallets more and more every day, it matters now more than ever where we spend our dollar.

Don’t get me wrong, I definitely understand the ease and often the affordability of Amazon, but I’ve learned some things in the 5 months I haven’t used Amazon.

1. I never needed 80% of the things I was buying. I fell victim to the “must have” lists and “get it now while it’s on sale” posts ALL. THE. TIME. It was nothing that ever added value to my life.

2. I didn’t even end up liking half the things I bought. Forever my biggest argument for shopping local with clothes and home decor is that you CANNOT know if you like something until you hold it in your hands or try it on your body.

3. I learned to be patient with my purchases. When you’re shopping in person, you have the luxury of walking around the store. You spend time with the item, you consider it next to other items, and you give yourself time to put something back that you maybe didn’t need.

4. I was BURNINGGGG through paychecks from small Amazon orders. My bank account has been THANKING me for the decision to shop small and secondhand.

I have my own feelings about Amazon and its effect on the Earth and on local economies, but I hope that at least one of the reasons above can convince you to decrease your time on Amazon and increase your time in local stores.

I know it can feel overwhelming to make the shift to small and secondhand, but that’s why I started posting content on this page in the first place!

To try and make that transition feel easy and exciting for everyone. So if you’re looking for tips or inspiration, be sure to follow @romanticizingrach!

I’ve found some AWESOMEEE secondhand pieces this weekend that I’ll be sharing in a haul tomorrow. You guys will be GAGGED.

So what do you think? Are you on board?? 😍😍

#vintagehomedecor #smallhomeideas #shopsmall #shopsecondhandfirst #supportsmalbusiness #thrifthauls #homeimprovement

If you love nostalgia, cozy home content, thrift h

If you love nostalgia, cozy home content, thrift hauls, and occasional silliness, then welcome to my page 🫶🏻

Inspired by @turnerbrit to try this trend so make sure to give her a follow!!

#vintagehomedecor #smallhomeideas #countryhome #cottagecoreaesthetic #simpleliving #secondhandhome #nostalgiacore

This Tiffany shade has been sitting in my garage f

This Tiffany shade has been sitting in my garage for months because the top busted, but I couldn’t get myself to just toss it 😩

I come across broken Tiffany shades at secondhand stores constantly!! Always for pennies and always beautiful just with some glass missing or a broken piece.

It always hurts my heart to leave them behind, but now I will be grabbing every single one I find 🥲

Just imagine a garden filled with planters like these 😍

#vintagehomedecor #gardendecor #diygarden #countryhome #cottagecoreaesthetic #diyplanter

In honor of hitting 100K and this awesome @siouxfa

In honor of hitting 100K and this awesome @siouxfallsstage issue being published on the same day, I thought I’d take the time to tell you guys more about me!

You all know my name is Rachel and I live in a charming 100 year old little cottage in South Dakota. What you probably don’t know, though, is how we got here or what I’m doing when not at home! Here’s some things to know about me in no particular order 😍

1. I grew up in the suburbs of Minneapolis! I love Minnesota with all my heart and am thankful to visit often as most of my immediate family still lives there ☺️

2. I studied musical theatre and dance at the University of South Dakota and have since leaned into a new role as choreographer in the Sioux Falls theatre scene! It has brought me so much joy to stay connected to this part of myself since becoming a mom. Sioux Falls theatre is the best 🫶🏻

3. I’ve lived in multiple states including New York and South Carolina, but have happily settled in South Dakota and I love this state with my whole heart 🦬

4. I started posting consistently last November and never could have guessed what an awesome community would have come from it! I’ve always been passionate about making my home a cozy and inviting space but never thought so many people would relate to my love for shopping small and secondhand 🥹

5. I work part time as a nanny/house manager for a wonderful family. It’s been the biggest blessing of my life to have a job that allows me to have Archer by my side everyday in his formative years. ❤️

I can’t express how grateful I am to have so many of you following along and giving me a place to be creative. Posting on this app has brought me so much happiness and has truly allowed me to find myself again after becoming a mom.

If you want to learn more about Sioux Falls theatre and meet the other amazing artists featured in this issue, make sure to check out the latest issue of @siouxfallsstage ! It’s a huge honor to be included among so many talented artists.

All photography by the talented @peter_chapmandp 📸

Something has been BUGGINNNGG me about this room f

Something has been BUGGINNNGG me about this room for ages 😩

I absolutely adore the paneling in this room, and I think in my efforts to feature the beautiful wood, I tried to go minimal with the decor.

But what I actually needed was something with enough contrast to make the wood really pop!

I’m a sucker for a jute rug and initially thought that’s what I would put in this space. I fell DEEPLY in love with this unique shag from @revival , though, and I’m SO GLAD I decided to trust my gut. It’s the Rojda Shag Rug in 5x8! 😍

It’s the perfect amount of color and texture so the wood paneling gets to truly SHINE.

What do you think? Did I make the right call?? 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

If you’re looking to go bold in a certain room, use code 10OFF-ROMANTICIZINGRACH with the link in my bio for 10% off!

#Revivalrugs #Revivalpartner #cabindecor #countryhome #smallhomedecor #homeimprovement #rustichomedecor

Convinced summer thunderstorms are portals into th

Convinced summer thunderstorms are portals into the past ⛈️

#simpleliving #countryhome #lowlife #nostalgiacore #nostalgic #summerstorm #childhoodmemories

Added twinkle lights to the mirror and embarrassed

Added twinkle lights to the mirror and embarrassed to admit how much joy it brings me 🤣

#simplelife #countryhome #junemoments #slowliving

YALL SICK OF ME YET?? 🤪🤪 #toddlermomlife #m

YALL SICK OF ME YET?? 🤪🤪

#toddlermomlife #momhumor #parentinghumor #morningroutine #momvlog

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