Hey friends! I hope you’re having a great morning…with a taco in your future 😉 .
Last month, I did a FAQ post about our house that you can read HERE.
In that post, I answered everything from what color are our interior walls to the details about our new kitchen counters, info on our light fixtures, where we bought our barstools and so much more.
After that post, you ladies still had a few questions, so today, I’m answering them below!
If I could, I would invite you all in for coffee and a chat. xo
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Even though I grew up right outside of Dallas in Irving, TX, I love McKinney so much, and it would (of course) be my number one suggestion. That being said, if I were to name a second spot, without hesitation, I would say Southlake, TX which is where my parents moved twenty years ago…
…it’s the cutest little town right next to DFW Airport (so in a very central location) in between both Dallas and Fort Worth. They have the most fantastic town square and shopping center in all of Dallas/Fort Worth. Where our town is old and historic, their town is new, so it has a completely different vibe and feel than McKinney. That being said, just like McKinney, each year, they host a plethora of events, celebrations and festivals too. If we didn’t live in McKinney, I for sure think we would live there. They have wonderful neighborhoods, parks, trails and amazing schools too.
Recreational pool!
Probably but I don’t see it/notice it because they’re so small and don’t weigh very much that if they’re scratching it at all, it’s too tiny to tell.
We didn’t know anyone before we moved to McKinney. Since we moved here to open our business and only the two of us worked there, we didn’t meet any work friends either, so we joined a church and other community associations in order to meet people near us. I really do think we have the most amazing friends, but it did take effort on both of our parts to get out there and meet people. It was absolutely worth it though!
Having a hot tub (or not) was a big discussion when we were building as I have a weird phobia about hot tubs, so I didn’t want one. Andrew thinks I’m nuts and likes hot tubs, but not enough to care when I said I preferred we didn’t have one. (They gross me out…it’s like sitting in a bathtub with other people…all I can think about are the germs and dry skin floating around…I know, I’m weird…but seriously…ewww.) So, we don’t have one, and I honestly don’t think anyone has ever missed it, so it’s not something I can see us adding later.
If the cabinets are open, I would make that space “pretty” or put items up there you don’t reach for very often. If the cabinets are closed, I would again just put stuff up there that you don’t reach for a lot (seasonal items, holiday stuff, that bread maker you never pull out, etc). We have high cabinets above the fridge and Andrew puts things up there that he reaches for and I don’t…as he’s tall and I’m not 😉 .
We’re way too type-A to make big decisions like that on impulse. We talk, we plan, we set aside or save and then we do. We have been so excited about a big home project that was supposed to have started end of March/early April (something we’ve been planning on/saving for for three years now), but you know…#covid, but hopefully, it might start soon (maybe even this week?!). As soon as we get the ball rolling, I’ll show you pics…but for now, we wait.
They other two kids’ closets are pretty simple. They each have two rods and then some built in shelves. The little girls have the fun, big closet!
I was born and raised in Irving, TX (right outside of Dallas), went to The University of North Texas (in Denton, TX) and then have lived in McKinney for the last 14 years. Andrew grew up outside of Joplin, MO, went to Kansas State University and then has lived in Texas for 15 years. The first year we were married, we lived outside of Detroit, MI and the second year we were married, we lived back in Irving.
I do! I burn a Circle E Candle all day long and would guess I use about two a month. They’re my very favorite!!
Our porte-cochere? That’s the tunnel looking thing you drive through on our driveway.
Yes! I don’t think it will happen, but I liked the process and learned a lot doing it, so I would totally do it again.
Yes and yes!!
Ohhh…we’re very type-A. Andrew and I can’t stand when things aren’t neat and tidy, so yes, that’s good because my house is always picked up, but geez, it’s also something we need to work on because it can make us a little hard to live with…and sometimes, we’re too focused on picking up and not focused enough on other things.
It’s fenced all the way around.
Well, let’s be real, it helps that I don’t have a three and a five year old. Back in the day, when I did, there were toys all over my house (go back to older pics and you’ll see!). The older my kids get, the less of that stuff we have. I still have a basket of toys in my bedroom for Mades and then there are blocks she likes and a little coffee machine downstairs, but her other stuff is upstairs and she’ll bring it down, put it away as she plays. In our kitchen, we have one cabinet dedicated to some of her toys too (wooden paper dolls, puzzles, etc) and then a drawer filled with coloring books and markers. She pulls that stuff out every day and then puts it away. It really helps that she’s the youngest of the bunch…when I only had “little kids” at my house, there were way more toys all over the place.
Eh, it’s nothing fabulous. We put everything in big plastic bins in the attic. It’s kind of chaotic…but it’s what we do. I make sure and label each bin with exactly what’s inside as that helps when we’re pulling it down and putting it away. I wish I had tons of storage for that stuff, but it’s really just all in bins.
It depends on the time of year! In spring and summer, I love being in the backyard and on the patio…but in fall and winter, I love sitting on the barstools in my kitchen the most!
They do upstairs! This last summer, they went in and made it more of a “library” and organized their books, added art supplies and donated a lot of the toys they just don’t use/need any longer, but yes, they do!
Yes! When I opened my travel agency, we decided to get help cleaning the house to free up more time for me to work.
Not nearly enough! I do have some storage, but geez, it would be nice to have even more. I like things organized!!
No, we have chlorine in there.
We broke ground February 2013 and moved into our house Memorial Day weekend of 2014 (so about 15ish months).
No, they do not. I don’t know anyone who has a basement.
I don’t know if perhaps it’s like childbirth and you block out all the bad, but looking back six years later, I don’t remember thinking it was terrible. I mean, it’s stressful at times, and I do specifically remember the moment when I told Andrew that I do not want to make any more decisions. Ever. But really, it went very smoothly and we didn’t have many setbacks.
The older Andrew and I get, the more we think it’s not. I think we’ll be here a a long time, but one day, when the kids are gone, I see us downsizing here and then buying another small place somewhere else too. I’d love to live in New England one day part of the year, so we’ll see.
No…we only had two small kids when we built and my business was very small, it’s not exactly how life looks now.
I always like to go into people’s houses and see what makes them feel “cozy” and at home more than I like to go in and see what’s trendy. I would say that designers that inspire me are more Country French, so that would be what I always gravitate towards for my idea of home.
The end of May 2014…almost six years!
I think you’ve probably seen most of the quirky things…the little girls’ closet is pretty fun and so is our batting cage. You can always check my highlights on IG to see more about both of those spaces.
Yes! Gorilla Playsets!
They’re in the garage 😉 .
Well, I love me some Detroit!! I’m sure there are many ways to do this, but here are two: my parents have a tornado shelter that was placed in their house by a company and bolted down to the slab. (They didn’t add it, it was in there when they purchased the house.) So, that’s one way people in Texas get shelters (buy them from a company). Our architect and builder took an area inside our house and reenforced it for tornadoes. Inside of it, we have all of the emergency equipment you would need in the event of a tornado. I do not have pictures of this…but let me tell you, I hope we never have a tornado in December because it’s also where I store all of their Christmas presents…sigh.
We have normal brick on our house and then someone came in and “smeared” the mortar all over to give it that look. I will say my one tip on this is to make sure whomever is doing it, uses one person to do the entire project (verses multiple people) so that it is smeared evenly and consistently over the entire thing.
He does upstairs!
I’m all about functional. I like things to go where they will be used/enjoyed the most often.
More storage would be great, I could have a fireplace in every room, bigger windows would be nice…things like that come to mind first.
We have two garages and one is connected while the other is not.
Right now, it’s easy here in North Texas because the weather is nice, and we’ve had some rain. It gets harder as the heat builds up. Andrew waters, and we try to keep it looking nice, but at some point, there’s only so much you can do.
We do have a designated guest bedroom. The littles could have their own rooms right now, but they don’t ask for it/seem interested in the idea/etc, but one day, if they do, we’re open to that. All four of the kids sleep with one another, play in each other’s rooms, etc, so it really hasn’t been a big deal that they don’t have their own rooms. I’m sure we’ll cross that bridge at some point, but right now, everyone seems content all piling in together every night.
We let them “swim” all season long and don’t put them away until the summer is over. When summer is over, we just let out the air and fold them up in the garage.
Always! Maybe it’s because I grew up in the home of an interior designer, but one’s home is never “done”. It’s like a person, always changing, evolving, growing, adapting to that moment. We have little things we’re doing and then big things planned. Our house will always be, to some extent, a work in progress.
Well there you go!
That’s another little look inside our home. Thanks for stopping by today! xo
Beck says
Love your home. And thank you for always answering so many questions! I have one more 😉 and it may be for Andrew – do you know what all the plants are in the picture of the front of your home? I love your landscaping, and hoping maybe some of the plants are not specific to Texas weather! Thank you!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Andrew would know each one of them. Let me ask!
Molly Bierens says
I was going to ask the same question. 🙂
Margaret says
We live Nj & have a cottage on a lake in Maine that we brought 20 years ago. We just love it! It is our happy place. We plan on living there 6 months a year. my husband just retired so our dream was taking place this year. With all that is going we have decided to stay in N J until the world is safer! My suggestion ,if you can, is go for a home in New England! Enjoy your day!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much for the encouragement!!!!
Tisha says
Just curious if it is Sebago Lake? My husband grew up in Cape Elizabeth, ME and spent fine there. Super pretty
Sarina says
I love when a candle is burning! We recently ordered candles from Magic Candle Company, so our house smells like Disney world! They have a bunch of different scents – right now we have The Confectionary burning, so our house smells like Magic Kingdom!
Mix and Match Mama says
Looking that up RIGHT NOW!!
Debbie says
I LOL’d at your hoping you never had to stay in your tornado shelter in December since all of the gifts are hidden there. That would be awful or you could just celebrate a little early. You have a beautiful, cozy home. I agree that everyone should just enjoy the decor that fits them. Interesting post!
Stacy says
Just bought some oils! This is the best quarantine site ever! I’m so glad I happened to look at the comments. Thanks!
Laura says
Thanks for sharing! Did you ever live in a little house or apartment with Kensington & Smith when they were little? (If so, any tips or tricks?)
Mix and Match Mama says
We didn’t. We lived in an apartment the first few years of our marriage, but when we had Kensington (and then Smith) we lived here: https://mixandmatchmama.com/2012/12/home-for-holidays/
Sammy K. says
I LOVE the Fenway Park sign in Smith’s room!!!!
I wonder when he started rebelling…
Mix and Match Mama says
I must have posted an old pic because it’s not there any more. Boo. #ihatetheyankees
Arika says
Was that a Fenway Park sign I spied in Smith’s room?! Haha! 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Ha! Yes! It’s not there any longer.
Erika Slaughter says
Love love love these posts!! So fun to read! And now because you used the words, “dead skin”, when discussing a hot tub, I might never be the same! ???
Carly says
Your house gives me all the heart eyes. So beautifully done. How did all the kids start sleeping together? I love the idea of siblings being this close
Christine says
Thank you for sharing. PS- I am OBSESSED with Pandora French Cooking Station. Perfect background noise …..and makes me so happy. Also my 20 month old LOVES your maple sausage balls ???
Mix and Match Mama says
YAY!!!! That makes me so happy!!
Kara says
Ok, I have ordered quite a few circle e candles (which I LOVE) but does the wick get “wonky” on yours and melt the outside plastic rim?! Random, but just curious if I’m the only one?! ???♀️
Mix and Match Mama says
Make sure you trim the wick after each use (don’t trim it before you light it). If you keep the wicks trimmed each time, this won’t happen. You can use scissors or buy a little wick trimmer on Amazon/Home Depot/etc.
Jaime says
have kensington and smiths rooms changed much these last few years as they have gotten older? Can you do a post on what their rooms like now that they are older?
Mix and Match Mama says
I totally can! They haven’t changed much at all which is probably why I haven’t done an update recently.
Sarah M. says
I’m fascinated by so many aspects of this post, I love seeing inside people’s lives- no basements, tornado shelters, pool floaties, outdoor TV, the space! I am happy I live where I live but a Texas life sounds good too 🙂
For instance, at our house we have so many trees in our yard that everything seems dirty all of the time with various droppings from the trees, we can’t even leave our outdoor furniture cushions out when we aren’t using them or they get too dirty, or it rains and they get soaked.
Mix and Match Mama says
That is so interesting!! I know it probably sounds easy to say “I’d take the trees!” since I don’t have them, but they do sound really lovely!!
Kristina says
Do you have a floor plan of your house you could share? Not sure why but I love to see floor plans.
Mix and Match Mama says
I’m sorry, I don’t have one to share. I like looking at them too though. I always look at Southern Living’s when it comes in my mail each month.
Kim says
Looking at those house plans were the best thing growing up when my mom used to get hers in the mail!
Laura says
Your house is awesome! I was wondering if you could tell us is the big project that is about to start inside or outside? Also, how many bedrooms do you have in total? Thank you for all your inspiration. ?
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s an inside project, and we have five bedrooms!
Therese says
I used to work in the Recreational Water Illness Program at the CDC. (Yes, that’s a thing b/c swimming areas are full of bacteria!) Anyway, you’re not weird. Hot tubs are disgusting Petri dishes! Personal hot tubs are obviously way less gross than one at a hotel or community pool, but still?…
Mix and Match Mama says
THANK YOU!!!!! Please email Andrew and let him know! 😉
Olivia says
I can’t wait to see what fun thing you’re adding/building! My guess is an indoor court/gym/sporting complex! (Which sure would’ve been useful before this pandemic)
Mix and Match Mama says
Bahaha! Wouldn’t that be nice?!
Keegan says
Loved this post!
Melissa says
Don’t your parents live in Colleyville? You posted their address for the Manda Strong garage sale and I recognized it because I have very close friends that live in the same division and am there often.
Mix and Match Mama says
They do! They live in a weird spot where their address says Colleyville but Southlake town is closer and yet, they’re zoned for Grapevine ISD schools. Colleyville is a great town too, but we never go into that town and do anything (and I lived there for three years), so it doesn’t feel like home (or where they live).
Lyssy In The City says
I absolutely love your house! I would love to know how you decorate for non-holiday times. Your Halloween and Christmas decorations are always some of my favorite posts 🙂
Jessica says
What are your thoughts on maintaining a cleaning service in your home during all of this craziness?
Mix and Match Mama says
I just have one lady (not a crew) that comes and helps me clean, and she has come intermittently during this.
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
Your house is gorgeous! I feel so sad reading this in my shoebox apartment haha! ❤️✨
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Elspeth says
Your house it beautiful. I always love reading your Q and A posts especially when it comes to home and decor. Simply beautiful.
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Casey says
What are your favorite scents from Circle E. Needing new spring and summer candles. I tend to lean towards citrus.
Mix and Match Mama says
Right this minute, I’m burning Bird of Paradise which I believe is their signature scent! I love lemon, citrus orchard, Hawaiian pineapple and many others!
Jenny says
I don’t know what it is about seeing and hearing about other’s homes but it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Thanks for being an open book and sharing. Your home is my inspiration to get that super cozy feel!
Jen Fisher says
How deep is your pool? We are at the dreaming stages of getting a pool and that’s a big discussion between me and my husband. He wants a rec pool and I think having a deep end would be good too?!? Our kid’s are 10 and 8. I guess I just worry about someone jumping and getting hurt.
Mix and Match Mama says
I think it’s 5.5??? It’s not for diving!
Tracy says
Great post! I love seeing how other people live. Can’t wait to see your next home project.
Ahna @ Hammers N Hugs says
Yes to French Country style! It’s funny because I found your blog last year after googling tips on building a French Country home as I am designing ours, which makes me laugh because I think in your whole blog you only had one post dedicated to building your home!! I basically decided Jesus upped your SEO that day so I could find your blog and ultimately be lead to adopt our son ❤. Oh and to learn that primer is important for make up and not just for paint. ?
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwwww! This makes me so happy!!
Andrea says
I’ve never heard of Circle E, but we burn candles constantly so I am excited to try them out! What are some of your favorite scents?
Amanda says
How do you store all the little pool toys…googles and diving toys,etc?
Mix and Match Mama says
At the bottom of the stairs (in front of the big feeder) is a big brown bin with a lid, and that’s where all of that goes.
Karie DeFrees says
We are thinking about a pool!!! How did you decide on the shape? Have you enjoyed a rectangular pool? Pros/cons?
Mix and Match Mama says
We went on vacation one time and Andrew got the inspiration from a place we visited. We knew the stairs would go down to the yard, so he liked the clean lines of the rectangular pool beneath.
Susie Harrold says
Could you add a picture of your porte-cochere? I didn’t know your house had that. I pin those on my board all the time – they’re so pretty!
Sally says
Love these informative posts so much. Most bloggers I follow only talk about clothes and nothing about their daily lives and routines that we are all so curious about!!!
Thank you for being you ?
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, Sally!!! xo
Jess Wade says
Love this post! I have to say, I thought I was one of the only people who are creeped out by hot tubs. I feel the same way you do about them. And I’m very Type A, my husband has kind of become that way because of me. I feel bad for him as I’m not the easiest person to live with due to being so neat and organized. I’m trying to be better about living in the moment and knowing a mess can wait to be cleaned up to enjoy the here and now. It’s SO hard though!
Lisa Richardson says
THANK YOU! I now feel validated in my feelings about a hot tub. GU-ROSS. My daughter and I were just talking about them the other day. They totally skeeve me out! LOL
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh my gosh, THANK YOU! Me too!!!
Cyndie says
This, again, was a fun post. I love that you are so willing to share. My guess for your upcoming project is a tiny house to use as an in law suite. Or… a pool house.
Mix and Match Mama says
That’s not it, but I would LOVE that!!!!!
Kathy Wood says
I would love to see how you organize your shoes in your closet. I need to update mine and don’t know what to do with my shoes. Do you have an organizer or shelves just for that?
Mix and Match Mama says
I am able to use shelves for my shoes in this house, but in previous houses, I used hanging organizers.
Chloe says
Hi Shay! I am from outside of Detroit and am always interested in hearing about the year you spent there, what town you lived in, etc! Would love for you to share one day!
Mix and Match Mama says
We lived in Dearborn 🙂 ! I really loved it! It was BEAUTIFUL there in the fall!!!
MJ says
Keep Detroit in your thoughts and prayers. ??
Jenn says
Hi Shay!
We are originally from New England and lived in Litchfield/Kent areas of Connecticut. I know your love of fall and you would absolutely love Washington Depot, Litchfield, Kent and/or the surrounding areas. We currently live in Allen so close by to you now, but truly miss the New England autumn sights, smells and all the feels of autumn in New England. If you ever head up that way let me know! I’d love to recommend some awesome stops for you!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh my goodness, thank you so much!!
Amie says
We did the ‘smear’ thing on our previous house and it was such an easy way to update it BUT even with the same person doing it there were differences in places. Yours is beautiful!
Kim says
Love reading all of these. I have another silly question based on the flag picture – how do you hang that? Do you have a really tall ladder? What are you hanging it from? Okay, thanks for sharing your home with us. Have a great Cinco de Mayo!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh heavens, Andrew does and it freaks me out! He climbs up on a really tall ladder. It’s not a good idea.
Allena says
We built our current home too and moved in 5 years ago, and I loved the process! I really thought my husband and I would disagree more, but we really didn’t! I feel that we are in our forever home, but I am always a little jealous when friends start to build because I really did find it fun, ha. I am also curious when I think about remodeling – we have zero need to or anything, but it’s fun to think about down the road! We just moved the kids (we have 3) into different rooms and got new beds, bedding, decorations, etc. and that was a lot of fun! We will probably do a pool in a few years and I can’t wait!
Danielle Mcdermott says
Would love to see your patio my hubby and I are in our first every home and we have a pool and a very old deck right now but I’d love a patio and an outdoor kitchen!
Mary says
I agree with the hot tub thing!! but wondering what’s the difference with the tub vs a swimming pool?! hmm..
Mix and Match Mama says
I think it’s the hot water that gets me…and the bubbles…and the “sitting”. I’m so weird! Ha!
Casey says
Do you have any rules on mixing colors, metals, or wood tones? I let those little details paralyze me, but your home has such a cozy flow without being too matchy.
Mix and Match Mama says
Nope, I just let things be what I like, and it’s all sort of a mix 🙂 .
Emilia N says
Ok… hopefully I am not the only crazy one saying this… but a house tour video would be soo cool sometime soon! Just love to see others spaces pieced together 🙂 beautiful house – i envy that pool!
Bernadine says
Mmm, maybe you are adding a gym or an extra room? So much fun. I also firmly believe in adding or changing things up when you can. You live in the house and one should love where you stay. You work Har and deserve it all. x
Mix and Match Mama says
I love that, Bernadine!!
Laura says
Is the cabinet painting the big project you were supposed to start or an even bigger project is going to happen? If there’s an even bigger project coming in the near future will it be inside or outside? Your house is beautiful!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Ha! The cabinet paining just randomly happened today (I thought it was going to happen in a few weeks…but he was free today, so let’s do it!). No, we have a bigger house (not yard) project that we’ve been working towards for a few years…hopefully it will happen soon. I keep thinking any day…
Kelly Stokowski says
Hey Shay, I’ve been looking for your recap of your Hawaiian cruise! Did I miss it? Looked like so much fun!
Mix and Match Mama says
We haven’t blogged about it yet! We will soon though!!
Kay says
Hi Shay. I just love your posts! I look forward to them everyday. Question – what color paint is in your master bedroom? I know you had it posted a while ago, but I can’t find it! It looks warm and cozy. Also – could you do a post about how you fix your hair when you have it “up”. It always looks cute. One more thing – have you ever watched “Peggy Sue Got Married”? It’s an oldie, but I think you’d like it. We seem to have same taste in shows. My daughters and I are watching “Gilmore Girls” every night based on your recommendation and love it.
Mix and Match Mama says
I haven’t watched that movie since i was little!! That one is so cute!!! And I don’t know the color of my master, I think it was something like Oatmeal maybe??? I will say it’s very similar to my library up front which is Sherwin Williams Latte.
Amanda says
I share your disgust for hot tubs. It’s so nice to hear I’m not alone in it! Most people think I’m nuts!
Joanne says
I heartily agree that it’s never done! We’ve lived here for 16 + years now and I don’t think there is more than than one or two rooms that still look like they did when we moved in.
Jenna Stiegelmeier says
What size of Circle E candles do you buy? I usually get the Bath and Body and seem to use one up in a week!
Mix and Match Mama says
I think it’s 28 oz (something like that)!
Katelyn says
I have been wanting to try Circle E Candles for awhile now from your recommendations but just never did. I placed an order last week from some of your favorite scents you have mentioned before and I cannot wait for them to arrive!
Tami says
Hi there! What are your favorite Circle E scents? I tried to find them on your blog/insta page but didn’t have any luck! THANK YOU! xoxo
Mix and Match Mama says
My all time faves are Country Morning (it’s pumpkin spice) and Apple Strudel. This time of year, I love Bird of Paradise, Orange Vanilla, Lemon and Citrus Orchard too! I’m pretty sure I’ve tried them all and they’re all fantastic!
Erin says
This is so random and silly ;). Would you ever post some pics of how you organize all your makeups? I feel like all my makeup just gets shoved on top of each other and I forget what I have. How do you keep track of your makeup?
Mix and Match Mama says
Totally!! I love organization posts!
Misty says
What color white are you using for your cabinets? We are in between colors!
Mix and Match Mama says
Sherwin Williams antique white!
Hayley says
Thanks for answering so many questions! I’m a big candle girl too! I have one burning all day every day. I usually burn bath and body works candles but am always looking for new recommendations!
Candice Ostermann says
Your comments about hot tubs made me laugh…I couldn’t agree more! I just graduated from medical school and I can’t tell you how many exam questions over the years had to do with bacteria in hot tubs!!
Mix and Match Mama says
I feel so vindicated right now! Haha!
Melissa says
Love hearing about your house perspective. I am always doing SOMETHING to our house and it drives my husband nuts. Oh well. Even since quarantine started, I have painted two rooms. Since we renovated our entire house 11 years ago, I have repainted every single room at least once. If your paint colors are more than 10 years old, unless your house is white, they are probably making your house feel dated!
Mix and Match Mama says
You’re a girl after my own heart!
Melissa says
Yes, hot tubs are gross. The worst are rental house hot tubs which you know are not well maintained! GROSS. I love the feel of a hot tub once I get over it’s grossness (or i’ve has a few drinks) but it’s a human soup.
Bri says
Public hot tubs are gross, but I could see myself having one for my own family to use. I am a bath person though… I think if you hate baths you hate hot tubs.
Michelle says
Hi Shay. I was wondering what color paint is your island in your kitchen? Love your home! Thanks for sharing.
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s a blend of Sherwin Williams’ paints, not one specific color. I need to go find a can and snap a pic of the mixture!
Julie says
Do you heat your pool and if so, how much does it cost on average?
Mix and Match Mama says
Only a few times at the beginning of the season to get the cold out of it. It really doesn’t add any noticeable amount to our bill, but that’s probably because it’s newer (more efficient than some) and we don’t do it very often.
Kim C says
I just adore your house Shay! It’s so cozy and you have done a beautiful job. Just looking at the pictures, everyone can tell it’s filled with so much love. And I have some serious envy of your whole outdoor setup – patio, pool, batting cage!, all of it!
Kara says
How do the Circle E candles compare to Bath & Body Works? Love this post! Thanks for sharing.
Mix and Match Mama says
I love BBW candles!! That being said, I don’t think they compare. They last longer and the scent goes further. I light one CEC in my kitchen every day and my whole house smells nice.
Maggie says
I’m so curious about your porte-cochere! What’s on the opposite side from the big part of your house? Do you have to walk outside to get to the smaller part, or can you get there inside, “over” the porte-cochere (does that even make sense?!)? Minnesota girl here, so I can’t imagine having to walk outside to get to another part of the house! I have so many questions LOL!
Kendra says
Wait, you don’t like hot tubs!?! What’s the difference between a pool and a hot tub? If one is gross then isn’t the other?
Sara S. says
Just ordered two Circle E Candles! Bird of Paradise and Orange Vanilla! Cannot wait to get to try them finally! I was wondering, where do you the square candle holder/tray you put them on?! Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
You will love both scents!!! And those are actually napkin holders that I use as a candle holder. Mine are forever old, but I find that little gift shops and places like that have them.
Detroit Duchess says
Your house is gorgeous! I mostly need help with organizing the clutter (we have a hard time throwing things away) and interior design. I have Pinterest boards of rooms that I like, but have a hard time making it happen in the end. I really need to be better about getting more pictures on the walls!