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Romanticizing Rachel

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

  • Our Country Kitchen Transformation: How We Added Charm on a Budget

    In this blog post, we'll take a look at all the ways we transformed our charming country kitchen to add character on a budget! Published 6/24/25 I have ALWAYS said that when I am finally ...

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    Our Country Kitchen Transformation: How We Added Charm on a Budget
  • 23 Outdoor Dinner Party Ideas to Elevate Your Tablescape

    In this post, we'll take a look at twenty-three of the most elegant and beautiful outdoor dinner party ideas that you can copy to instantly elevate your dinner decor! Published: 1/16/25 I ...

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    23 Outdoor Dinner Party Ideas to Elevate Your Tablescape
  • Buy This Not That Part 2: Throw Pillow Edition

    In this post, we'll take a look at the best small business alternatives to Amazon home decor products so you can shop small without sacrificing budget or beauty! Published 1/12/25 ...

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    Buy This Not That Part 2: Throw Pillow Edition
  • Buy This Not That Part 1: Rachel’s Amazon Wishlist

    In this post, we're going to find small business home decor alternative to items that Rachel previously had saved on Amazon to promote shopping small and mindfully! Published: 1/4/25 ...

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    Buy This Not That Part 1: Rachel’s Amazon Wishlist

December 16, 2024

15 Coziest Cabin Fireplace Ideas to Copy this Winter

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In this post, we’ll take a look at fifteen of the most beautiful and unique cabin fireplace ideas that you can copy to create the cozy fireplace of your dreams! Published: 12/16/24 On the coldest winter days here in South…

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December 4, 2024

25 Absolutely Adorable Valentines Tiered Tray Ideas

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Let’s take a look twenty-five different Valentines tiered tray ideas to inspire you for your upcoming VDay decorations! Published: 12/4/24 I have always loved Valentine’s Day since I was a little girl and have always felt that it gets overlooked…

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November 25, 2024

15 Fun and Wild Western Bachelorette Party Ideas

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In this post, we’ll take a look at fifteen creative western bachelorette party ideas to host the perfect last hoedown for the bride! Published: 11/25/24 The concept of a western bachelorette party is definitely nothing new. I mean just look…

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November 16, 2024

20 Easy Children’s DIY Valentines for Classmates

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Let’s look at twenty adorable ideas to make DIY Valentines for classmates so your child is ready to spread the love at school this Valentine’s Day! Published: 11/16/24 Valentine’s Day has always been one of my absolute favorite holidays and…

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November 11, 2024

13 Adorable Buffalo Plaid Nursery Ideas for Every Budget

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Let’s look at 13 places to incorporate buffalo plaid nursery ideas in your little one’s room to embrace this fun and adventurous pattern! Published: 11/11/24 I am a plaid girl through and through. Whether it’s a blue and green tartan,…

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November 5, 2024

20 Breathtaking Tablescapes for New Years Brunch Decor Ideas

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Let’s take a look at twenty of the most beautiful tablescapes you can copy so you have the best New Years brunch decor that your friends and family will obsess over! Published: 11/4/24 There are few things in the world…

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October 31, 2024

13 Stunning Dark Wood Floor Living Room Ideas for When You’re Stumped

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In this post, we’ll take a look at thirteen of the most beautiful dark wood floor living room ideas in case you need inspiration for how to design and embrace your own dark floors! Published: 10/31/24 It’s not a trend,…

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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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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 thrifthauls thriftedhome budgetfriendlyhomedecor amazonfinds beautifulhomes oldhomes makeadifference
Style content always feels so vulnerable to me 🙈

But the @ralphlauren men’s line got me so inspired to recreate the looks 😮‍💨

Have you guys seen the show? Are you as obsessed as I am? 

#ralphlauren #poloralphlauren #rrl #westernfashion #americanstyle
Have to give my parents credit for this as well be Have to give my parents credit for this as well because even though I know now we were struggling, they never made it our problem as children. 

Having less forced us to be outside more, be home more, spend more time together, and get through the hard times as a unit. It taught me to sacrifice and to be resilient, and I want my child to learn those same lessons in life.

Now obviously I’m not talking about the kind of poverty that leaves children hungry and uncared for, but most families live in the gray area between poverty and a comfortable middle class.

Don’t let anyone make you feel like you’re a bad parent if you’re in that gray area and living paycheck to paycheck. If your kids needs are met and you are loving them as hard as you can, then you’re doing more than enough to set them up for a life of happiness. 

Do you agree with this take or am I totally off base???

#toddlermom #relatablemom #parenting #simpleliving #intentionalliving
Spring will be here soon 🫶🏻 #simpleliving # Spring will be here soon 🫶🏻

#simpleliving #hopecore #slowlife #countryhome #simpleliving
Trying to show yall more of my actual creative pro Trying to show yall more of my actual creative process in our home!! 

As you can see, it includes a lot of time and a lot of doubt, but it’s always so fun for me 🥹

Do you guys like this style of interior design as much as I do??

#vintagehomedecor #countryhome #dougbihlmaier #americanadecor #westerndecor
Feeling like we need more unedited photos and life Feeling like we need more unedited photos and life moments in 2026. 

It’s my goal to be more vulnerable, less curated, and more community focused with y’all this year. 

Too much is going on to pretend I look like this every day !!!

#simplelife #slowliving #intentionalliving #realmoments #unedited
If you’ve never tried making art together with a If you’ve never tried making art together with all your friends, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT 😭😭🥹🥹

It is so challenging to hold on to the passions that bring you joy after becoming a mom. I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to do things like this and be given grace and acceptance to bring my son with me everywhere I go.

In the darkness, we have to look for the light. Connect with your community, make some imperfect art, sing some songs that make you happy, and come back stronger with renewed hope.

There will be light 🫶🏻

#momvlog #ditl #momvlogger #grwm #relatablemom
#cleaningvlog #cleanwithme #countryhome #cottageco #cleaningvlog #cleanwithme #countryhome #cottagecoreaesthetic #momlife

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