

Happy FIRST Birthday to Our Blog!
365 days ago, I started a blog called "My Favorite Farmhouse" to chronicle our new home build experience for anyone out there who's...

Molly Ishmael
Jun 11, 20222 min read
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20+ Ways to Style Above Ground Pools & HOW TO Create Your Own Backyard Oasis!
Years ago when we first met, my husband had a home with a beautiful in-ground pool overlooking a lake. We loved it. He used to take a...

Molly Ishmael
Jun 4, 20226 min read
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The One Secret Designers Use to Transform Any House!
One trick works for every home... Read on!

Molly Ishmael
May 7, 20227 min read
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21 Perfectly Petite Pieces for Small Spaces
Do you live in a small apartment or compact condo? Or perhaps you live in a large home but there's a room or two that feels cramped. When...

Molly Ishmael
Apr 16, 20228 min read
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7 Common Hang-ups When it Comes to Clutter and How to Overcome Them
For a short while I worked as an organizer, and in that time I heard some pretty interesting reasons for hanging on to clutter. While...

Molly Ishmael
Apr 2, 20227 min read
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Dining Room Mood Board & DIY Idea
Does anyone else have "saved for later" items in your online shopping carts? As we wait for our new home to be built, I admit I enjoy...

Molly Ishmael
Apr 2, 20225 min read
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Before Starting Any Design Project, do THIS - My #1 Tip for ANY Home Makeover!
Is anyone still looking for a good New Year's Resolution? It's not too late! I believe it's NEVER too late to set a worthwhile goal. No...

Molly Ishmael
Mar 12, 20229 min read
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Living Room Mood Board & Favorite Online Decor Finds
With our new house's foundation laid and the roof trusses sitting on the lot as we speak, we're inching closer to our move-in date...

Molly Ishmael
Feb 19, 20225 min read
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Part 2: 6 Challenges with Custom Builds - What Shocked Us & Tips if You're Building a Custom Home
This is Part 2 in the two-part "6 Challenges with Custom Builds" post series. In case you missed PART 1, click here to read! Never miss a...

Molly Ishmael
Feb 12, 20227 min read
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7 Ways to Create a Spa-Like Bathroom on a Budget
Valentine's Day and spas go together like peanut butter & jelly! Mindful of the upcoming holiday, I thought I'd share some little ideas...

Molly Ishmael
Feb 5, 20226 min read
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