See how we transformed this glass pantry door found at the thrift store with elbow grease and paint! About three years ago, my mom and I found this beautiful glass door at a local antique store and although we were years away from the kitchen renovation, I knew it would be the perfect pantry door. … Read More about Glass Pantry Door Makeover for the Kitchen
Fall Home Decor Ideas for Your Entryway + Front Porch
While summer season will always be my favorite to enjoy, I must say, decorating the house for fall sure is fun. This year, I went for something a little more on the traditional side for the front porch and neutral for the entryway. That being said, the common theme for both? Simplicity. Let’s start outside, … Read More about Fall Home Decor Ideas for Your Entryway + Front Porch
Modern Summer Entryway Decor
It’s nearly the end of July – already. Although this summer is not what any of us had expected, I will say, the current pandemic has really allowed me to stop and enjoy. Last summer, Brett and I didn’t get out on the water at all – not once did we take the boat out. … Read More about Modern Summer Entryway Decor
2020 Project Check In + What’s On Our List for the Rest of the Year
We haven’t done this before but I thought it would be fun-ish to have a mid-year check in on how the projects are coming along. And of course, in true North Country Nest fashion, plans change. Not only are we walking through the list from January but we’re also giving sharing what’s been added. Because … Read More about 2020 Project Check In + What’s On Our List for the Rest of the Year
Front Porch Summer Decor
I was going back in the archives and realized we never really showed off the new siding on the home. It was completed last fall, mid-November if I remember correctly. The front porch itself was updated last summer when we redid the retaining wall – you can read all about that here. Needless to say, … Read More about Front Porch Summer Decor
The Lawsuit
On July 2, 2019, Brett and I were served with lawsuit paperwork from our neighbor and for the past year, we’ve been in a legal battle over land. Let’s start from the beginning, shall we? Back in 2017, we were required by the county to have a survey done on our property. We had to … Read More about The Lawsuit
Our Blogging Journey + 2020 Survey
North Country Nest was born four and a half YEARS ago. I can hardly believe it’s been that long. We started this blog as a way to share our home renovation journey with family and friends. I was working at a local nonprofit, Brett was on the road for work quite a bit and the … Read More about Our Blogging Journey + 2020 Survey
How to Clean Dried Grout
Does any renovation project go without a hitch? The answer is no. At least when it comes to our projects. If you’re on our newsletter list, you know that we spent an inordinate amount of time and money on floor samples for the kitchen. We’re were a little indecisive and I like to tell myself … Read More about How to Clean Dried Grout
June Kitchen Renovation Update: Windows + Flooring!
We. Have. Floors. In the kitchen. Real, actual flooring. It’s been awhile since we’ve shared the kitchen updates, so before we dive into all the flooring goodness, let’s start from where we left off, way back in April: And now here is where we’re at today: What’s not pictured above is the new window … Read More about June Kitchen Renovation Update: Windows + Flooring!
Appliances + Island + Moulding – Our Kitchen Renovation Update Round Three
[post contains affiliate links, which means we may make a small commission, at NO additional cost to you, if a purchase is made. thanks for supporting north country nest!] For the first time since December 26, 2019, we have a fully functioning kitchen. Yes, my friends. You read that right. Our kitchen FINALLY has an … Read More about Appliances + Island + Moulding – Our Kitchen Renovation Update Round Three
A Neutral Spring Guest Bedroom
Take a tour of North Country Nest’s guest bedroom that’s decorated for spring with neutral tones and a pop of spring color! I’m going out on a limb – I think spring is officially here in Minnesota. I spent Monday and Tuesday outside and dare I say my face got a little burnt from that … Read More about A Neutral Spring Guest Bedroom
Monday Musings, 3/30
Over the weekend, we finally got our kitchen cabinet and oven installed, along with a new light above the dining table. Which means we’re closer than ever to the finish line of this kitchen renovation! It also means I’ve started to daydream about how to decorate the walls. Since we’re still up in the air … Read More about Monday Musings, 3/30
