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Kathi’s favorites Craigslist The curb Garage sales Hello Sailor
With the start of Burlap JunKtion in addition to being a mom, it’s astonish-
ing that Kathi has time to still find new pieces for her home. Somehow she manages—even if it means driving her family a little bit crazy. “My husband has been known to come home from work to find a room in mid-redesign. After 17 years of marriage, he’s pretty much used to it, though, and he’s incredibly supportive.” she laughs. In return for their years of support, Kathi found a way to pay homage to the men in her life. “My husband works in finance every day and my boys love hotels,” Kathi says. “I found some random metal numbers and bought them, not sure what I would do with them. Eventually, I decided to affix them to the doors of our bedrooms, sort of like a hotel. The kids get their hotel and I see the numbers and think of my husband.” It’s these kinds of thoughtful touches that take Kathi home from generi- cally designed to truly loved. On every surface, in every cranny, Kathi has placed pieces that all tell the same story—and it begins and ends with love. “Practically all of the objects in this house have a history. That’s what I love about garage sales, Craigslist and curb finds,” Kathi says. “I love knowing that my kitchen chandelier was my grandmothers, or that I refinished and painted a dresser all by myself. Anyone can do this if they want to.” Home Depot Home Goods Marshalls Old Time Pottery Thrift stores TJ Maxx
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