Happy new month, and happy “blogiversary” to me! It’s been 11 years since I started the Ugly Duckling House. I…
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About Sarah
Pupdate: Goodbye, My Sweet Charlie Girl
Deep breath. Ok… I can write this. Dear Friends, There’s just no easy way to start this post. Earlier this…
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Boho Rainbow | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Another month, another pattern now available in my cross stitch library! You can snag this trendy, hand-drawn boho rainbow design…
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101: Outdoor Maintenance Checklist and Tool Basics
What (and WHEN!) to use to do exterior repairs, garden planting, transplanting, lawn reseeding, and more!
Lily on Watercolor | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Time for something a little different with “floral” cross stitch — a little modern watercolor, perhaps?
DIY Desk Organizer | Free Plans
Organize your must-have desktop items — even a tape measure! — with this beautiful organizer and get the free plans.
Little Penguin | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
A cute little penguin cross stitch will feel right at home, plus a few announcements!
How to Make These Easy Minimalist Candle Holders
I’ve always wanted a large grouping of candle holders to place along my mantel, but they can get expensive. This year, I made a custom set! Here’s how.
Murphy Bed Nook Reveal!
I completed the look for the inside “nook” area of the Murphy bed in the guest bedroom, complete with custom DIY minimalist art and a carved headboard.
Candy Canes | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Grab this candy cane cross stitch for Christmas from the free library!
“Thank You” Doorbell Sign
As an immunocompromised person with a newborn, we are relying heavily on delivery services this year. Thanks to Cricut, I was able to create a sign that shows appreciation for essential workers and a request not to wake our little one!
Kingfisher | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
If you’re new to cross stitch, this is an excellent pattern to start with! Uses a minimal color palette in a colorblock style that is sure to add some charm to your gallery wall.
