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| By Sherry Petersik | September 23, 2009 | 54 Comments

Take A Number

With our two year blogiversary in full swing, we thought it would be fun to look back at some of the stats that make us smile, blush or just plain blow our minds. Here’s how it all breaks down… 1006- Our number of published posts to date (crazy considering we only had 380 on our first blogiversary) 68,025- The number of comments we’ve amassed from you, our lovely readers 19,206- The number of spam comments that our stupendous spam filter has intercepted (no we don’t want to see naked Lady GaGa pictures thankyouverymuch) 3,507- The number of comment questions that we’ve answered  to date (we do our best to answer every single one) 78- Average

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| By John Petersik | September 22, 2009 | 1,093 Comments

Enough About Us. Take Our Poll!

We want to know all about you. Who you are, why you read, and how you think we can amp up Young House Love in year three. Do tell!

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| By John Petersik | September 22, 2009 | 144 Comments

You Asked, We Answered: Part 1

Have we been approached for a TV show? Who’s the messy one? Watch our first installment of Blogiversary Q&A to learn more about the behind-the-scenes John and Sherry.

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Filed Under: Blogging, Videos

| By John Petersik | September 21, 2009 | 7,015 Comments

Fab Freebie: All Time Lowe’s

It’s our blogiversary. So we’re giving away a $500 Lowe’s gift card. ‘Nuff said. Enter here through Thursday, September 24th.

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| By Sherry Petersik | September 21, 2009 | 77 Comments

Let The Blogiversary Extravaganza Begin!

Our big two year blogiversary is here and we’re prepared to celebrate. Buckle your seat belts for a fabulous freebie, some fun facts and even a survey so you can tell us what you wanna see in year three!

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| By Sherry Petersik | September 18, 2009 | 77 Comments

A Beautiful Blue Living Room Makeover

Laura’s amazing living room makeover is proof that painting the walls and hanging some curtains are two super simple ways to totally transform a room. It’s almost unrecognizable!

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Filed Under: Reader Redesigns

| By John Petersik | September 17, 2009 | 48 Comments

Richmond Virginia’s Better Housing Coalition

We’ve supported the Better Housing Coalition in the past, but it wasn’t until touring their handiwork recently that we truly understand how much good they were doing in Richmond.

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Filed Under: Random

| By Sherry Petersik | September 16, 2009 | 62 Comments

Shopping For DIY Project Inspiration

We teamed up with Katie Bower of All Bower Power to bring you some pretty fun and easy DIY ideas that we spotted in a shop in downtown Nashville. From stenciling to spray painting, you’d be surprised what you can whip up on a dime!

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Filed Under: Road Trips & Travel, Shopping & Thrifting, Videos

| By Sherry Petersik | September 15, 2009 | 217 Comments

How To Keep Your House Clean & Dust Free

When it comes to keeping house, we like to clean as we go. Here’s a general cleaning schedule to show you how we keep our house clean and neat without spending hours every day.

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Filed Under: Cleaning, Organizing, & Eco, Favorites, Our First House

| By John Petersik | September 14, 2009 | 968 Comments

Fab Freebie: Color Combo

Valspar is dishing up some free paint this week, as well as a resource for couples who are combining their styles into one household. Entries accepted through Sept 16th.

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| By Sherry Petersik | September 14, 2009 | 59 Comments

A Sweet Soft Pink Nursery Makeover

Holly’s nursery makeover had us at hello. Here’s the adorable room she whipped up for her little one on the way.

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| By Sherry Petersik | September 11, 2009 | 39 Comments

Making A Cinderblock Retaining Wall

Christy and Erik turned a terrible eyesore into an eye pleasing feature! Here’s how a little bit of wood, mortar, paint, and potting mix can go a long way without breaking the bank!

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Filed Under: Reader Redesigns

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