In Between Chaos

Bath Renovations – Saving Money with Tile and Mud Bed Removal

Marianne — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 18:26:28 +0000

I mentioned in my first post about our Primary Bath Reno that the idea of demolition wasn’t one that had occurred to me at first. As we sat in a holding pattern with the shower un-usable and waiting for availability of our tile installer, I knew I could begin demo without too much of a...

Primary Bath Reno

Marianne — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:15:01 +0000

Why we are renovating our Primary Bath

Rough Ranch Sources and Finishes

Marianne — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:22:29 +0000

If you missed the reveal, be sure to check it out here. If you’re trying to find a color or product, then you’re in the right spot! If there is something you can’t find below, then it is either no longer available or something I’ve made or refinished. Finishes Wall Color Throughout House – Sherwin...

The Cliffhanger Finale: Part 2

Marianne — Sat, 30 Oct 2021 13:01:23 +0000

Check out the rest of the Cliffhanger Finale! We refreshed a classic 90s colonial into a timeless, welcoming home.

Listed! The Plain Jane

Marianne — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 19:44:08 +0000

Flip house tour with oak island, wood floating shelves, blue and grey tiles, black brass and gold fixtures.

Flippin’ Friday: Work Stoppage

Marianne — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 18:09:27 +0000

I know I’ve been MIA, but I’ve had good reason. Unfortunately, work has come to a bit of a screeching halt over at the Plain Jane. Our contractor who is putting in the flooring had some personal things to take care of, and the floors still haven’t been started. Island I’m eager to get the...

Flippin’ Friday: Paint and Selections

Marianne — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 23:00:41 +0000

Happy Friday my friends! Things are moving along at the Plain Jane, though we are at that point where it’s a little bit tough to SHOW you the progress. The Kitchen I am still working on the kitchen island. I had to step back from it a bit as I got a little overwhelmed with...

Patterned Tile Wall Mirror

Marianne — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 14:20:28 +0000

Oh hey guys, remember me? I promise I did not forget you, I just took a bit of an unplanned hiatus 🙂 After getting the Split on the market, I switched into focusing on my own house and had lots of gardening plans… and now suddenly it is summer break! Yikes! The great news is,...

Fireplace Refresh (on the cheap!)

Marianne — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 20:16:38 +0000

If you haven’t noticed, I’ve been on a bit of a Cricut kick! After wanting one for so long, I’m finally putting my Cricut Maker to some good, vinyl-cutting use! In the Split Decision, the fireplace was in good condition, including the legs and header and the built-ins flanking the sides. But I wasn’t a...

Kitchen Refresh: Patterned Tile Backsplash with Vinyl

Marianne — Sat, 03 Mar 2018 00:30:45 +0000

You know how you get an idea in your head and you think to yourself, “Duh! Why didn’t I think of this before?” If not, then congrats on your clear-headed brain! Mine is a little foggier… and so sometimes it takes my ideas white a while to make it to the light bulb stage!...