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The Perfect Gray Paint Colors for Colonial Homes
We love colonial homes. Or, at least homes that were built in the 1920s. We have lived in three 1920s houses to be exact. And have loved them all. While Colonial Homes definitely lend themselves to the ability to have a different color in every room, when we moved into our current house six years ago, I was determined to keep it neutral. Gray was “in” at the time, and I think it has stood the test of time. We have updated a bit, added a few more neutral shades, and pops of color through decor and accessories. Disclaimer: Obviously paint looks different in different houses with different lighting, so…
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Where to Eat in New Orleans
Hi there! Wondering Where to Eat in New Orleans? NOLA has quickly become a favorite late fall/winter/early spring destination. Not only is the warm weather a draw but the oh-so-good food certainly is as well. With over 1,000 restaurants, the possibilities are endless! Here are my recommendations for Where to Eat in New Orleans. If you’ve read this post or this one, some of these may be familiar. (There are some amazing additions so keep reading!)
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Last Minute Spring Break Road Trips
Hi there! Thanks so much for following along with Mackinaw Road!! If you live in Michigan or the midwest, sometimes you just need a “look forward to” to get through these next few gray months. Is anyone else thinking about some spring break road trips? We are churning around the idea of another spring break road trip to Hilton Head. We have driven to Hilton Head Island in South Carolina a couple of times now, and it made the list. Check out some other places you could take spring break road trips to from Michigan without breaking the bank. (And, let’s be honest, the sheer act of not buying plane…
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Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road: A Christmas Table, Homemade Butter, and A Christmas Dinner Menu
Good morning! Hope you all had a great week!! I was hustling to get all of the presents wrapped before I have too much “help” during the school break. I set our Christmas Table, even though we won’t be hosting this year (despite my best attempts at mentioning that we don’t mind hosting either… I’m breezy). And, while I’m dreaming of hosting Christmas, let me just share my pretend menu and some real recipes, too 🙂
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Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road: The Perfect Holiday Appetizer and Old/New Christmas Decor
Good morning! Hope you all had a good week!! Despite the extra time between Thanksgiving and Christmas, I am scrambling. We aren’t hosting Christmas this year but of course that hasn’t stopped me from starting to decorate our Christmas table (more on that later). While we are talking holidays, let me just share my favorite holiday appetizer recipe. To be honest, I started making these Fig and Blue Cheese Savouries this summer. They are great for hosting or bringing with you when you are a guest. With four simple household ingredients (and one fancy one), you really can’t go wrong. I originally thought this was my mom’s friend’s recipe, but…
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Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road: A Netflix Find, Gift Ideas for Him, and A Plaid Puffer Vest
Hi all and Happy Friday! It’s been fun starting up with Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road again and just in time for all things holiday!!! But first…
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A Thanksgiving Table Setting
Hi and Welcome to Mackinaw Road, A Lifestyle Blog focusing on travel and home. Today I’m going to share one of my favorite things… setting a holiday table! Many, many thanks to my wonderful friend, Jen, who took all of these lovely photographs! Fall is one of the shortest seasons – particularly short this year in Michigan!- but I just love it! It truly lends itself to cozy and classic (more of my favorites).
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ORC Week 6: The Beach Cabin Sleeper Attic Makeover
Hello and Happy Friday! I am feeling especially cheerful as we finished up and photographed the attic makeover this week for the One Room Challenge. It has been a wonderful experience to participate in the ORC with such a talented and supportive group. Check out all of the final projects here. Many thanks to Linda from Calling It Home and media partner Better Homes & Gardens for hosting this lovely event! The goal for the Beach Cabin Attic was to make it special for kids but also livable for adults. We rent the Beach Cabin for a few weeks each summer and the families that visit vary in their needs…
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Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road: Cozy Sweaters
Hi All~ Welcome to Friday Finds on Mackinaw Road on a Sunday night— because it has just been one of those weeks 😉 Today I’m talking all things sweaters (and sweatshirts)! Sweaters pack super well for trips and since we live in Michigan and also went to San Fransisco this fall, it seemed like the perfect time to pull out my old favorites and add some new picks, too. There’s nothing quite like a cozy sweater to help you get through 7 months of cold weather! This post contains affiliate links. This Asymmetrical Snap-Up Fleece is an oldie but goodie- it travels perfectly and is now available in even more colors.…
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ORC Week 4: The Beach Cabin Attic Makeover- A DIY-ish Preppy Pirate Boat
Hi again! The Beach Cabin is coming along for the One Room Challenge hosted by Linda from Calling it Home and Better Homes and Gardens. (You can read more about the challenge as well as check in on the other participants here!). This is such a fun idea and is just what I needed to motivate me to finish the Beach Cabin Attic. There have been a few times throughout this challenge that I’ve wanted to stop, so it’s been nice to have such a supportive group to hold me accountable to finish it up. If you missed some of the fun things that happened last week, you can check…
