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Sept. 2023: Your Guide to Local Events in Pocatello, ID🍂🌆
As September sweeps in, Pocatello comes alive with a medley of local events. From the SEI Fair to cozy gatherings, we've curated a guide to ensure you don't miss a beat. Join us in savoring the essence of our city's autumnal charm!!
Read MoreWe have officially survived birthday season in our house and I think I am starting to figure out how to streamline the madness. I have a few essentials that work for ANY age and theme birthday party-but also any other party-baby showers, anniversary dinners, etc. It is time I shared what I have learned!
Whether I’m organizing a birthday bash, anniversary celebration, or any themed party, I love going all out while also keeping an eye on the budget.
Read MoreHello, fellow moms and party throwers! We all want to throw an unforgettable birthday party for our little ones without breaking the bank…well, have I got a fantastic DIY project for you that's both budget-friendly and impressive. Get ready to learn a cool birthday party hack that involves making custom cutouts of your kids' favorite cartoon characters. These cutouts will not only take your party decorations to the next level but also earn you some serious mom points. So, let's dive into this must-know birthday party hack and make your child's celebration truly amazing!
Read MoreFinding the perfect wallpaper to elevate the look of a space can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it's easy to get overwhelmed by the choices. However, if you are looking for a wallpaper to add a touch of sophistication or personality to your home without breaking the bank, look no further than the list I’ve compiled here.
Read MoreAs residents and realtors of Pocatello, Idaho, we are always excited to share about how great this city is. With summer just around the corner, I've compiled three lists of things you can do with your kids: in our community, in the surrounding areas, and at home.
Read MoreI recently made a DIY magnetic chalkboard in the shape of a house for my kids' playroom. The best part? I used only items I already had at home! Here's how I did it:
Read MoreSelling your home can be a stressful and overwhelming process, but it doesn’t have to be! With the right styling and prep, you can make your home stand out to potential buyers and sell it faster. In this blog post, we’ll share 10 tips for styling your home to sell faster.
Read MoreWhen our landscapers came to us with a plan for the patio I was on board but didn't absolutely love it with every fiber of my being. Then I got the bid back and REALLY didn’t love it (~$25,000 for a paver patio with built in seating and fire pit). Our landscapers were amazing and I know would have made that look great but it just wasn’t sitting right with my heart or wallet. So I set out to find something else-and what we came up with turned into our DREAM PATIO!
Read MoreTucked away in our ‘bonus room’ area is our favorite spot in the house. Our hidden movie room or “The Speak Easy” as we like to call it. In this blog post you can read all about the process and answers to commonly asked questions about this room. Follow us on instagram @idahomerealestate and please let us know if you or a loved one have any real estate needs.
Read MoreDIY Stove Top Simmer (Potpourri) in a jar-the perfectly simple and thoughtful gift for neighbors, teachers, coworkers, and friends. Download my free label printable here.
Read MoreIf you know the DesFosses household, you know we love Fall and Halloween and can hardly make it past September 1st without digging out the pumpkins.
I just finished decorating our mantle and wanted to share the final look and sources!
Read MoreI was on the hunt for a baby swing that fit my decor and also didn’t break the bank. Here’s what I got!
Read MoreHere is our dark + moody Idahome Real Estate office reveal! Down at the bottom are links to everything you can buy and style in your own home or office.
Read MoreHere is a super dupe for the glass star flush mount fixture from shades of light!
Read MoreHere is the mood board I whipped up for our new office as well as links to everything I’ll be furnishing!
Read MoreWe are approaching the time that we will need to have our finished picked so I figured it’s time to share some mood boards for the home we are building. Under each photo are links to where you can buy the same thing or something similar!
Read MoreI was on the hunt to upgrade our old & sad storage cube turned dresser when I decided I would try upcycling it first. After some paint and new legs, it is better than anything I could find in stores and for a fraction of the price!
Read MoreWe’ve all seen them, we all love them…all of the beaded chandeliers we are pinning and drooling over are show stoppers for sure. Some of the smaller natural wood ones are quite affordable, but if you're like me you really have your eye on the over sized beaded chandelier that’s black! At the price of $800+, and after seeing this tutorial from The House That Lars Built, I felt inspired to give it a go at DIY’ing my own black wood bead chandelier.
Read MoreWe all want people to love our home as much as we do, but especially when you are trying to sell it! While it’s impossible to please every buyers’ taste, there are several easy things you can do to make your home more appealing without spending a lot of money. Try some of these tricks and see if your showings cause buyers to swoon.
Read MoreWith Covid-19 and winter storms raging throughout the country, you might consider a stay-at-home date night this Valentine’s Day. After all, “home is where the heart is,” right?
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