
Chris Loves Julia
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Chris and Julia Marcum write about large-scale renovations, quick DIY projects, budget-friendly revamps, ambient backyard lightings, suggestions for items to splurge on, recipes from their kitchen, and a few personal stories. They are a couple, home renovators, bloggers, brand ambassadors, and educators.
Chris Loves Julia
11h ago
It is time. No more false starts. We're diving head first into our primary bathroom renovation and taking you along for the entire thing. We've heard your fears--"you're going to renovate your bathroom and then move!" And while we have done that in the past two houses, (strange scenarios and had nothing to do with ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
3d ago
As homebodies, making a delicious Valentine's Day dinner at home is usually more enjoyable than a romantic dinner out somewhere. It can be part of the fun—and entertainment—to cook together too. Jules would probably opt out of the actual cooking part...but hey, it's great to have time together chatting while I'm cooking, and she's hanging ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
5d ago
Want to transform your home with rugs but not sure where to start? From choosing the perfect rug pad to mastering the art of layering, we've got you covered. We're sharing seven clever rug hacks that will elevate your space, whether you're looking to add a touch of luxury, define a space, or simply keep ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
5d ago
I loved seeing fresh takes on Western wear. It goes to show there's room for fashion in every aesthetic. Recently I saw this funny interview with Brett Goldstein of Ted Lasso fame. He said he recently went to Texas for the first time (he's English if you're unaware), put on a cowboy hat and immediately ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own. Nothing matches a beautiful wooden cutting board (our Boos board lives on my counter—it's a piece of art and sturdy as an ox). The drawback with wooden cutting boards is they can't be cleaned in the dishwasher. For anyone cutting meat, seafood, or anything ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
Greta is turning 15 in just a few days, and it feels like the perfect time for the reveal of her teen room makeover! Shop Greta's Room When we moved into this house, we replaced the floors and painted her room, but didn't really do much other than that. She’s growing up, and she wanted ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
The best way to make a steak is indoors. That's not a concession! It's done in all of the best steakhouses. They don't tend to use a grill, even though that is where most of us start when it comes to cooking a steak. This time of year? I'd rather be indoors than freezing outside ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
Every homeowner needs a few key tools in their toolbox to get started on any home reno projects. If you're new to the DIY realm or ready to upgrade your current tools, we've picked out our favorite basic devices that are easy to find at any Lowe's Home Improvement, either in-store or online. These are ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
Jules has a few dietary restrictions (mostly gluten- and dairy-free), but that's never stopped our family from indulging in our favorite foods. With a little creativity and a lot of taste-testing, I've found lots of great substitutes that are crowd-pleasers. No need to make any disclaimers on these Game Day snacks — your party people ..read more
Chris Loves Julia
1w ago
I'm really digging the fisherman look, but let me tell you about another style I absolutely adore that never goes out of style: vintage Ralph Lauren! Remember how I mentioned we styled our last Christmas card with this vibe? It's my favorite family photo ever! There's just something so timeless about this classic Americana look ..read more