The Northwest Vermont Realtor Association (NVRA) and U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Vermont (USCRI) are coming together to help new Vermonters feel at home. USCRI Vermont does remarkable work supporting refugees and immigrants by providing them with initial housing and essential resources as they build their lives in Vermont. To make this possible, they are always in need of furniture, […] The post Help Welcome New Vermonters! appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

Buying a home in another state can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to begin your search. How do you know where you want to live if you’ve never been there before? Luckily, there are some excellent ways you can make the process easier through careful research. Here are the main things you’ll […] The post Moving Out of State: Start with Research appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

When working from home, our dogs often like to get involved in what we’re doing. Whether that’s a video meeting, a spreadsheet marathon or simply your daily grind, your pooch will want to play, sniff, snuggle and smooch. So, why not give them a place to relax while you finish your daily tasks? Here are […] The post Quick Tips for Building a Break Room for Your Pooch appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

The window dressings in your bedroom can be as important aesthetically as they are functionally. Choosing the right curtains for the size of the windows and the design of the room can make an enormous impact on the look and feel of the bedroom. If your bedroom needs new curtains, here are some excellent ideas […] The post Try These Bedroom Curtain Ideas appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

The effort to contain and reduce clutter often begins with the closet. No matter how mindful we are, old clothing items accumulate over time and take up space. A disorganized or overly full closet can seem overwhelming. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to reduce your closet clutter. Here are some of […] The post Tips for Decluttering Your Closet appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

There are many things to consider when planning a home renovation, from the smallest projects to complete overhauls. In particular, if you’re thinking about renovating your living room it might seem like the possibilities are endless. Depending on whether your priority is adding more space or changing up the style, here are some ideas to […] The post 4 Living Room Renovation Ideas appeared first on Ingrid Hedbor ..read more

If you are in the market for a new home, you probably have a lot on your mind. You might be dreaming about how many bedrooms you will need and how you could decorate those spaces. You might be spending your days imagining what your new backyard will look like and thinking about how you could enhance your outdoor living space. In addition, you might be thinking about how you can purchase a home that will allow you to naturally glide into an eco-friendly lifestyle after the move. If you are on the hunt for a sustainable home, these are the features that you need to prioritize during your search ..read more

If you’re interested in DIY projects with paint for your home, try painting your accent wall. Accent walls are the perfect feature to transform an entire room with color, pattern or texture. Here are some inspiring ideas for creating your own accent wall DIY: Imitate wallpaper with a herringbone pattern Instead of using actual wallpaper on an accent wall, try using paint to imitate the expression. This DIY paint idea is perfect for adding some depth and pattern to any indoor space. All you need is your choice of paint color, a brush, measuring tape, a level and painter’s tape. To map out the ..read more

by Elyse Umlauf Birds are crucial pollinators and crop protectors, eating 400 to 500 tons of insects yearly. They also bring joy and color to backyards. To attract and protect them, create a bird-friendly yard. Here are three ideas. 1. Choose native plants to enhance birds’ nutrition—insects, berries, nectar, and seeds—and reduce your yard maintenance. 2. Minimize insecticides, rodenticides, and herbicides that harm birds. 3. Provide year-round water for drinking and bathing. Learn to make a birdbath. The post Create a Bird-Friendly Oasis appeared first on I ..read more

The dream flower garden is lush and colorful all the time. Unfortunately, it’s not a simple dream to achieve in reality. With so many plants all with different internal timers and environmental requirements, putting together a garden can be like a puzzle even for experienced gardeners. Luckily, there are ways you can plan and care for your garden to maximize its beauty and color throughout all seasons. Here we’ll go over some tips for making sure you have a colorful garden all year. Stagger Bloom Schedules The first step in having year-round color in your garden is to plant flowers with diffe ..read more