Posts By John Petersik

John Petersik is one half of the duo behind the award-winning home improvement and do-it-yourself design blog, Young House Love. Together, he and his wife Sherry have renovated seven homes, published two New York Times Bestselling books, and designed products sold in Target and Home Depot. They are currently enjoying their downsized home on Florida's Gulf Coast with their two kids and their dog, Penny.

| By John Petersik | March 16, 2009 | 692 Comments

Fab Freebie: Ankasa For Your Casa

Lookin’ to snag a high-end, couture pillow designed by Ankasa? Enter to win this hand embroidered pillow courtesy of Ballard Designs.

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| By John Petersik | March 12, 2009 | 31 Comments

A Sage Green Bathroom Reno With Neutral Tile

My parents updated their master bathroom with ceramic tiles, granite counters and new fixtures in preparation for an eventual sale of their now empty nest.

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| By John Petersik | March 11, 2009 | 57 Comments

Sanding & Painting A Modern Chair Red

We refinished an inexpensive thrift store chair in just a few hours. Here’s how easy it is to find something old and completely transform it with some sandpaper and a bit of red paint.

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| By John Petersik | March 9, 2009 | 457 Comments

Fab Freebie: Blast From The Past

Stylish Etsy seller Sweetshorn Vintage is giving one lucky winner their choice of four retro prizes. Enter by March 11, 2009 for your chance to win!

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| By John Petersik | March 7, 2009 | 36 Comments

Diversity Thrift In Richmond, VA

Take a virtual poke around one of Richmond’s best thrift stores: Diversity Thrift. See what we fun finds for home we spotted on our last trip.

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| By John Petersik | March 2, 2009 | 667 Comments

Fab Freebie: Got A Light?

Here’s your shot to win another sweet table lamp- and this one’s from The Shade Shop in Charlottesville, VA. Entries accepted until March 4, 2009.

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| By John Petersik | February 23, 2009 | 578 Comments

Fab Freebie: Cool Shades

Looking to light up your life? Enter for a chance to win a free Bamboo table lamp courtesy of Shades of Light. Contest ends Wednesday, February 25th.

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| By John Petersik | February 21, 2009 | 98 Comments

Getting Rid Of Bed Bugs

A horror story from my days as a renter. It may gross you out, but it also may save you a lot of trouble by keeping bed bugs out of your house.

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| By John Petersik | February 20, 2009 | 3 Comments

Play Nice

Here’s a chance to snag some free – and nice – stuff over at another wonderful blog. Head over to Artsy Fartsy Shopaholic for a chance to win an Operation NICE print.

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| By John Petersik | February 19, 2009 | 48 Comments

A Video Tour Of Our Nest

Finally there’s a high-quality video tour of our home for you guys to check out, so head over to The Nest for our “Real Home Tour.” We promise some funny dog shots too.

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| By John Petersik | February 17, 2009 | 12 Comments

A Tool To Help You Choose Color Palettes For Your Home

Here’s a fun tool that helps you pick color palettes to coordinate with your favorite photo or piece of art. Sure makes picking matching paint swatches easier!

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| By John Petersik | February 16, 2009 | 614 Comments

Fab Freebie: Island Style

Aloha, freebie lovers! This week you’ve got a chance to win an island-inspired pillow from Hawaiian boutique So’mace Lifestyle. Enter here before Feb 18th to win.

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