Proverbs 31 Girl

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:36:42 GMT

Favorite Link of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Faux Hydrangea Tree. I have quite a few of these all over at our rentals and home. They are a true favorite of mine! Click HERE to look.

The Pranamat will change your life! It is a little more of a splurge item, but the benefits of this mat are unmatched!! Use Coupon PRVBS for 10% OFF + Free shipping!. Click HERE to look.

Solar Fountain. I have this at the Oaks and it's such a fun added detail. I just put it right in the birdbath we have there and it works perfectly! Click HERE to look.

Tank Top . I got a couple new tops this spring and this being one of them! It's adorable on, especially with the ruffle sleeve detail! Click HERE to look.

Grass Spray Paint. Watch this REEL I did this last week, it speaks for itself ;) Click HERE to look.

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:15:11 GMT

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mother's Day Gift Guide Favorites for you all!

I handpicked some of my current favorite things that I think any mama would love to receive for Mother's Day!

Starting off strong with one of my all-time favorites. Wonderscreen! It is a tinted SPF from Dime. Made with all the clean amazing ingredients while getting that light coverage look!

Plus this Stay Awhile Perfume is an amazing new product from DIME!

Oura Ring . The benefits of an Oura Ring are actually quite amazing! If you have been on the fence about one, I would highly recommend!!

For the health and wellness lover. The Pranamat will change your life! It is a little more of a splurge item, but the benefits of this mat are unmatched!! Use Coupon PRVBS for 10% OFF + Free shipping!

I discovered these faux Hydrangea Plants this year and wow are they gorgeous! They look so real in person. I love investing in another faux plant every year since they last for so long!

Who doesn't love a new water bottle? ! Brumates just came out with their updated version with the closeable top to keep the straw protected!

I have had this Crossbody Bag for a few years now and every time I wear it (which is always lol) I get asked about it. It is so comfy to wear, the size of the bag is perfect, and the color goes with everything! It comes in other colors too!

Such a beautiful set of scalloped bowls ! A perfect little set to give as a gift that makes a new gift practical and pretty!

The best Study Bible! I have had this Bible for a few years now and use it daily. It's beautiful on the inside with different art pieces and scripture passages. Couldn't recommend this more!

Wicker Planter . This is such a fun gift for Mother's Day to be able to put their favorite plant or faux plant in there to complete the gift!

The most lux and cozy blanket you will ever touch! Absolutely amazing!! Use Code ALLISON for a discount.

The best phone case of all time! I love my Walli Phone Case and have used them for years now! Use Code Allie10 for a discount.

This caraway griddle is one of those gifts that keeps on giving! Not only do I love it, but my husband and kids do too! Which is a total win win. Use code PROVERBSTHIRTYONEGIRL10

Key Cover. The kids got me this for Christmas and it's a fun little extra thing to through in that's different but fun!

This coffee machine is my prized possession! I even take it with us on vacation when we are driving if that tells you how much I love it!! Such a great investment for you, your family and visitors!

Who doesn't love a new pair of cozy new pajamas? ! These are on my list after hearing so many good reviews on them!

Another cozy item, a warm new pair of house slippers ! I always love gifting these as everyone loves a new pair!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:04:03 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Provide . We stocked this best selling necklace this week! We love it so much! Click HERE to look

Bible . This is my daily Bible that I have been using for years and truly love! Click HERE to look.

Glasses. A got a few new pair of glasses recently as my old ones were needing an update, I am loving these ones so much! Click HERE to look.

Theo of Golden. This is my current read that I have to try and not finish in a day! Highly recommend. Click HERE to look.

Faux Hydrangeas. I invested in these this year and I am amazed at how real they look! I've gotten many compliments on them thinking they were real!! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:28:38 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Vanity . I am loving this vanity we got for a rental reno! Super budget friendly which is a huge win! Click HERE to look.

Wireless Fence. We use this for our dogs in the country, and it has worked great for us! Click HERE to look.

T-Shirt. This is the perfect tee! Take my world on this one and snag one for yourself, trust me! Click HERE to look.

Pull on Shorts. I just got these shorts recently and of my goodness such a great find! Click HERE to look.

Pickle Ball Kit . Such a great way to keep the kiddos active during the cold months for a very affordable price! Our kids set this up in the garage and use this all the time! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITE

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:29:10 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Faux Tree . I love these Trees for outdoors during the spring and summer months. Click HERE to look.

Dress. This is my Easter Dress! It was one a great sale this last week, along with quite a few other ones! Click HERE to look.

Mini Waffle Maker. My kids are obsessed with this for making eggs or waffles in. We highly recommend!! Click HERE to look.

Flats. How cute are these for spring! On great sale. Click HERE to look.

Pet Hair Remover . My Mom got this for me for Christmas and oh wow! We use this all the time in our household! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:21:51 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco. This cleaning tool is amazing! Trust me this will change your life and make cleaning SO MUCH easier!! Click HERE to look.

Hotel Collection Pillow . These are by far our favorite pillows! We have them at all of the rentals. They are so comfy! Click HERE to look.

Rescue Necklace. We did a restock of our Salt and Light Collection! It has been a huge fan favorite! There are a few left in stock, Grab one while you can! Click HERE to look.

Mattress Topper . We love this topper so much. It is so comfy! Click HERE to look.

Brumate . This cup is awesome! I love that the new version you can close the top so the straw is covered. Huge game changer! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:54:27 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tank Top . The best basic tank tops! They come in so many cute colors! Click HERE to look.

Floral Shorts . Adorable new spring shorts! I snagged these for vacation and I love them. I sized up to an 8. Click HERE to look.

Henna. This is such a fun thing to do on vacation. Kynlee loves doing some art on everyone that wants some fun henna! Click HERE to look.

Rescue Necklace. This necklace got restocked this week and we are so excited about it! Click HERE to look.

Salt Necklace. This necklace got restocked this week and we are so excited about it! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:15:30 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Head Lamp. Kynlee actually uses this for the nails she does and it works really great, helping with dark evening light! Click HERE to look.

Olive Tree . I love this Olive tree. The width of it is amazing. I have it in a corner at our cabin and it's a perfect way to bring some height in a corner! Click HERE to look.

Self-Tanner. I tried this clean self-tanner for the first time this week and I was very impressed! It's a great color that doesn't turn super orange. I will be using as my new self-tanner! Click HERE to look.

Snack Box. We got these for the Florida trip and wow they are game changer for prepping food and taking it on the go! Click HERE to look.

Snack Box . The price for these snack boxes are great!! Click HERE to look.

THE WATERS

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:27:04 GMT

Welcome to - The Waters

"Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters."

Isaiah 55:1

Don't worr y, we are as shocked as you are about this. Per the Lord's usual routine with our properties, we weren't seeking this out or even have this on our radar. He literally placed it right in our laps. And as with everything, we pray to walk obediently and have Him guide our steps and days. So when a lady from church messaged me asking if we wanted to buy their cabin that is on the twin lake to ours just a mile away from our cabins, we really prayed about it. I actually didn't even tell Ryan for a couple days because I had my heart set on building some tiny homes and investing in our empty lot. But, he said, lets at least go look at it.

Well, it turns out that this little property was adorable, with a great lot that walks right out to "the waters." It's a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom property with a full walkout basement. Such a perfect little cabin for a family. Plus the bones were so solid and the vision so big. The cabin sits east facing so it gets the most beautiful sunrises and the whole back wall is a wall of windows with the best views.

So after looking at it and praying about it, we felt the Lord telling us to use the skills He gifted us with, DIY and design ,to bring more beauty to this little cabin and share it all with you. Ironically closing day was scheduled for the exact day we leave for our 2 week road trip, so sweet of the Lord to give us rest before the work begins! So welcome to "The Waters" a place we pray you can come to restore your soul. Follow along on Instagram as we share a walkthrough tour and the process once we being work! Our hopes are to have her ready for you to enjoy this summer! Stay tuned.....

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:46:20 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Vanity. We love this vanity! The quality is unmatched for the price sticker. We chose this one for the kid's bathroom refresh and are so glad we did! Click HERE to look.

Wide Leg Pants. I am loving these cozy pants. They come in longs and you know that sold me right away! Click HERE to look.

Floral Sweatshirt. I got lots of questions on this sweatshirt when I wore it in stories this last week. Super cozy! I sized up to a Medium for a move oversized fit. Click HERE to look.

Runner Rug. I got this for the kid's bathroom refresh! The color I got is the Beiges Brown one. Click HERE to look.

DIY Coffee Shop . Kynlee got this for Christmas, and it is just adorable! If you have a teen or preteen girl I think she would love this! Click HERE to look.

Our Favorite Vacation - 30A

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:43:27 GMT

Our Florida Vacation Details

30A near Destin, Florida is our favorite spot to vacation as a family. We love the beautiful atmosphere, the caribbean looking ocean and white sand beaches, and the honestly the best part is that it's all golf cart friendly and the most fun way to get around as a family!

We get asked almost on the daily about our Florida vacations and where we stay etc. So, I wanted to put together a blog post where all the details can live!

A few tips we've learned along the way for making a trip more affordable before I share the houses we have stayed at!

If you can travel in February, it's a lot cheaper than March/Spring Break. (Just be prepared for a little colder temps, 55-75 degrees is what we've experienced).

Also, if you book directly through a property management site you can save quite a bit in fees that you would pay on VRBO or AIRBNB. Which is what else I want to talk about because with soooo many rentals available in 30A, we found a management company that has been amazing to work with. Modern Beach Vacation Rentals . We actually booked organically through them last year because I fell in love with the house below. I booked it through airbnb and then saw it listed the management company. When I went directly to their website I realized I could save over $400 booking directly through them.

THE BEST PART IS!!!!!

They gave me a discount code so you can save EVEN MORE!! Code Allie5 saves an additional 5% off your stay, usually covering the cleaning fee which is a huge bonus!

I'm sharing the houses we personally have stayed at and loved, but they have so many options on their site! We rent single family homes but there are also amazing options for condos (right on the beach!) with great amenities. So make sure to check out their website to find the perfect fit for your family.

Beargrass Way

Beargrass Way.

This is the original house we booked last year that we stayed at for a few days before we moved to the house below. I fell in love with the design of this house and it's even dreamier in person. But when we got there we realized the pool was getting fixed and wouldn't be working our whole trip. I reached out to the management company and they were amazing to find us a new house that had everything we were looking for as well as a working pool. They responded quickly and went out of their way to make something work for us, which I was super impressed by! I was a little sad to leave this house because the space was great, but a pool for the kids was a must. If you stay at Beargrass way you will be in the Nature Walk subdivision. It's about a mile from the beach (just a golf cart ride away) but the perks are you are in the cutest neighborhood with all sorts of trails and places for the kids to bike. Our family also loved that this community has a heated pool AND hot tub which was a huge selling point for us, when it's not under construction:) Book HERE if you're interested!

Coastal Grace

Coastal Grace.

This house is in the Watersound Community, we love the Watersound area! This is the house they moved us to after we found out the pool wasn't working at the first house.

The private beach access in this neighborhood was for sure the highlight for the family, especially for Tate for easy access to go fishing!! The beach felt almost private since you can only access it from the neighborhood, which was also a huge bonus.

The master is on the main level in this house which is nice and the decor is very beachy which fits the vibe!

Downside to this place is it doesn't have a hot tub in the community, and it didn't have a front porch to watch the kids ride bikes etc, but the neighborhood had a putting green and the cutest paths for walking and biking. Plus drool worthy homes to look at everywhere! It also came with the prettiest golf cart I've ever seen, and bikes, a must in 30A! Book HERE if youre interested!

Coconut Cove

Coconut Cove .

This is where we are staying this year! It's a bit larger than what we have done before which is nice because we are bringing down both Ryan and I's moms, Anna, and Ryans Aunt Marlis. And there is room for eveyrone!

It also has a private heated pool that we are very excited about, and the beach is less than a minute walk away, just across the road. We have never been this close to the beach so that is exciting for us and also a huge perk for Tate. He wasn't too sure about coming to Florida away from friends for 2 weeks, but he was pretty excited to know he can go fishing whenever he wants being this close to the ocean. And this will be the first time we have our very own pool, plus outside fireplace, so we are all excited for that!

Another tip we always look for is a house with a golf cart and bikes! We always use both of those the entire vacation. The kids love to ride bikes, and we always take a golf cart cruise multiple times a day!

Investing in memories for your family is one of the most important things you can do! We have so many beautiful family memories from 30A and can't wait to make more! If you are looking for a great vacation spot for your family check out Modern Beach Vacation Rentals and you will see why we love it so much! And if you book don't forget to use code Allie5 to save an additional 5% off your stay!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:34:05 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Kingdom Series . I shared these last week, they are a current favorite of Becketts! He LOVES them, and has been spending lots of time going through this series this winter! Click HERE to look.

Oversized Sweatshirt. I shared this last week on Weekly Favorites but I'm still getting asked about it so sharing it again this week!

Click HERE to look.

Tanning Drops. These get me through the winter uglies. Seriously I love these so much and a great way to get some color to your skin in the winter months! Click HERE to look.

DIY Candle. Make your own candle out of any pot or vase you have! It is so cool and comes with everything you need for the candle.

Click HERE to look.

Study Bible. I'm sure you have seen this on my page before, but I genuinely get asked for the link daily! This is the Bible I use every day and have for a few years now. I love is so much! Click HERE to look.

Kids Bathroom Makeover

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:25:41 GMT

Kids Bathroom Makeover

I've blogged about this bathroom dating back to May 2012!! That was before the addtion and we had a window in the bathroom giving so much light, which I miss! But a few years after that I went super moody in there painting everything black (photos are below) ...

All 4 kids use this bathroom, so it gets lots of love daily. We very quickly realized as the kids got older that it would be very nice to have a double sink vanity in there. They have been wishing for this for a while now! Also full transparency they would love a tiled shower and get rid of the bathtub/shower combo, but we just aren't quite ready for that yet.

The very beginning of this bathroom!

Then a few years later I gave the vanity a little makeover. Check out that one here!!

And then a few years later I added peel and stick flooring and went dark!

The updated look!

I hit the jackpot at Target for this makeover! These hooks are a fun pop but also very practical. One hook for each kid!

I fell in love with this Vanity when It arrived for a bathroom at the Oaks. It truly is breathtaking!! Going into this little refresh, we knew we needed a double sink vanity. This one came to mind right away! I've slowly been putting touches of moodiness into most rooms in our house, so this vanity fit ever so perfectly.

The top is real heavy marble. Not faux in any means. A huge factor on why this vanity is such an incredible piece!

The gold knobs come on it as well, which is amazing! So no need to spend another $ on finding cute hardware!

These Gold Faucets are from Amazon and come in a Set of 2!

I love this Gingham Tassel Curtain . It is actually a curtain not a shower curtain. But that is no problem because we just have a liner on the inside! It adds the right amount of texture and fun to this side of the bathroom.

I kept the shiplap up because to be honest I didn't have it in me to take it all down! That is such a huge project taking shiplap down.

So, I just put the box molding right over it and I kind of love all the texture it gives!

All sources are linked below, if you are curious about a linked item!

Sources

Small Wooden Framed Art

Gold Shower Curtain Rod

Little Floral Arrangement

Soap Dispenser

Glass Diffuser

Runner

Chunky Weave Basket

Scalloped Basket

Ceramic Vase

Toilet Paper Holder

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:31:01 GMT

Weekly Favorites

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Pleated Curtains . I have raved about these curtains so many times and still get questions on them daily. They are black out which we love for bedrooms. I personally love the pleating, a great added detail. Click HERE to look.

Yoga Pants. I found these pants on Amazon that come is long which this tall girl doesn't find very often. They look a little bit like dressy pants with the faux pockets that I really like. Click HERE to look,

Floral Pillow . Pretty Vintage inspired throw pillow. Perfect for spring! Click HERE to look.

Poppy Stems. The winter to spring stems are out in my house and I will say I am loving it! These are a great find with a more affordable price tag. Click HERE to look.

Oversized Sweatshirt. I live in cozy sweatshirts during the winter months. I just got this one from Amazon this week and it's a new favorite. I love the collar and the length. Click HERE to look.

Kynlee's 16 year old room makeover

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:50:54 GMT

Kynlee's New Room!

Let's take a walk down memory lane and visit old blog posts I had put together of past room makeovers for Miss Kynlee!

Back in 2018 when we put our addition on, we moved around all the kiddos to different rooms. So once we did that, Kynlee got her first makeover! Full blog details HERE!

Next was in 2021 with amazing new wallpaper from Spoonflower!

It is time for a refresh and a little more geared towards teen/adult and not so little girlie anymore!!

The NEW!

Welcome to Kynlee's New Room!!

For Kynlee's birthday she wanted a room makeover so badly! Well you know me, I am all about these fun projects, so we made that happen!

We filmed the whole process and put it into a little series on Instagram! Watch the series from start to finish on my Instagram feed !

p.s the videos come with a surprise voiceover guest! ;) They might be my new favorite thing!!

Oh and yes, Rusty made the photo!! The cats love Kynlee's room and tend to always be snuggled up in here...

A desk was a must for her. She uses it for her makeup station, crafting and schoolwork! A multi-use area...

How cute is she?!

How cool is this Marble Headphone Stand ?! She got headphones for Christmas so this stand was the perfect way to display them!

We had 3 options of Wallpaper we were trying to decide on from Urban Walls. We went back and forth for a while,

Kynlee made the final decision and went with

Botanical Print, in Carob. It is absolutely stunning!! We pulled our inspiration for this room from this wallpaper sample.

They offer it in peel and stick and traditional pre-pasted. I opted for the traditional wallpaper. I personal think it's easier to hang and I also thing the quality looks better.

I had help from Mama Sue and Kynlee with hanging it and that helped so much! You definitley need extra hands while hanging wallpaper!

Use Code 15LOVE to get a discount on this adorable Wallpaper!!

Adding girly touches to this room was so much fun!! I love these faux flowers that are great for all time of year.

Curtains add so much to a room. It is such a simple way to elevate any space. We love these black out pleated curtains !

We have them throughout our entire house as well as at all of our rental's properties, highly recommend!

I think Kynlee was the most excited for this swing in her room. She has been dreaming of this little corner for so long!

And of course she made this quilted blanket to match her new room perfectly!! She is just so creative, I love that so much about her!

The floor paint and trim color is called Afternoon Tea. We knew going into the designing and planning phase that it would be moody color to tie in the darker colors in the wallpaper!

The area rug is so cozy! Kynlee spends a lot of time on the ground doing many different crafty things, so I wanted it to be as cozy as possible with still keeping the painted floors.

This process of designing, styling and executing this room makeover together has been such a special process!!

Be sure you watched the video series on m y Instagram page for all the laughs, process and more!!

Sources

3 Drawer Night Stand

Gold Light Mirror

Checkered Comforter

Floral Pillow

Wicker Lamp

Vase

Marble Headphone Stand

Faux Flowers

Pleated Curtains

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:30:25 GMT

Weekly favorites

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Silent Balls . These things are genius. For all the bouncing in the house, it won't be so loud anymore. A definite must if you have young boys! Click HERE to look.

Flash Light. Rechargeable flight, so smart! We love having this on hand! Click HERE to look.

Red Wine Ribbon . I fell in love with this ribbon this year that I put all over at the Oaks. I think I'm going to do something similar to this next year at our home!! Click HERE to look.

Train Diffuser. I got this a month or so ago and oh my goodness, that magical vibe it adds is so special. Adding a good christmasy smell to diffuse if perfect! Click HERE to look.

My Recipe Book . I shared this recently while we were baking my favorite peppermint cookies! They are in here with many others of our favorite family recipes! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:57:22 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Electric Snow Shovel. Bye bye old shovel hello new snow shovel! Ryan loves this thing for easy snow removal! Click HERE to look.

Faux Garland. Amazing garland I have many of these! I love them outside by our front door. They come in many different lengths! Click HERE to look.

Wooden Scalloped Box . I love this decor box. So cute sitting out that is functional too. Click HERE to look.

Board Game . For one of our advents this month the kids got some new games. This is one of them and they are loving it! Playing it all the time! Click HERE to look.

Bible Storybook. The best Bible storybook for little kids! We couldn't recommend this enough! Click HERE to look.

Christmas outside our home

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:16:15 GMT

Christmas outside our home

Christmas outside our home. I love the exterior of our home x 10 during the winter time! It's beyond magical!

This is my first year using a faux garland for outside. I usually get the real cedar garland from Costco every year but they die so fast and I like to keep my Christmas decor up especially outside for a good while after Christmas. So I found these amazing 9ft ones on Amazon that are actually such great item for the price.

I mean how pretty are they?! The coloring is gorgeous!

I painted this black windows a couple months ago and wow It is so fun to see them pop against all the white!

I get a lot of questions on this sign, I make it years ago and still love it!

I love this view so much, seeing the tall cedars trees through the opening between the house and the office. So dreamy during the winter with a fresh snowfall!

Christmas at the Cabin on Dunns

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:32:16 GMT

Christmas has come to The Cabin on Dunns

I put together a reel on Instagram with all the photos but sometimes still photos are so fun to take in the space so much more!

This little cabin is so adorable in the winter and so magical with all of the windows surrounding the house.

Stay tones until the end to see what the most fun feature at this cabin is during the winter! Hints, it's not the hotter, fireplace or Lakeview!

The Cabin got a couple mini makeovers this fall including this new sitting area. We had a daybed out here but it wasn't the best fit for this area. Plus I thought if we had some cozy chairs, a TV and fireplace out there it would draw people into this space!

It is so fun to be able to see the tree from all angles of the cabin!

I will link everything below that I am able to! Some items are no longer available that I've had for a while but most of the updated items are still in stock!

Adding a new table and chairs really transformed this spot. Adding some black and wood tones, creating more of a moody scene has been kinda fun to sprinkle in.

A little DIY adding fluting to the open shelving was such a simple but statement DIY. Watch how I did it below HERE.

This is the fluting that I use.

New Sources

Kitchen Light Fixture

Kitchen Sconces

Electric Fireplace

We have an outdoor igloo on the deck!! It is the most magical feature, trust me! Watch this video and get the tour of the inside!

Check out LundeenLakeRentals to start planning your stay at any of our rental properties! We can't wait to have you!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:23:35 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco. My all-time favorite cleaning tool is on amazing sale for Black Friday! Click HERE to look.

Faux Garland . This has been a fan favorite this season, it is such amazing quality and price point. Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. The most magical and cost-effective way to create so much magic during the Christmas season!! Click HERE to look.

Kitchen Aid Mixer. Ryan got me this for our Anniversary and I am in love! Look how beautiful it is! Such a great investment piece. Click HERE to look.

Train Humidifier . This has been such a fun new item we just got at our home! If you have kids, they will think this is so cool! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:58:51 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Real Flame Electric Fire Place. We got this Electric Fireplace for our porch area at the cabin on lake, and we are so happy with it! We highly recommend this piece! Click HERE to look

Sherpa Pullover . If you know me, you know my love for all things Sherpa! I snagged this cozy one from Old Navy for over 50% off! It comes in a tall which sold me right away. Going to be living in this all winter. Click HERE to look.

Brass Countdown . This Brass countdown is so adorable and perfect for many different occasions. We have ours sitting out in the kitchen and it's so fun for the kids to see each day, the countdown for Christmas! Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. Twinkle lights are my magic trick for making Christmas feel so cozy and magical! So affordable and perfect for a Christmas tree or garland! Trust me you will want them. Click HERE to look.

9 foot Garland . The most beautiful, perfect green hue garland from Amazon is unmatched. This is my first year buying one and I am shocked. 9 feet for $30!!! Click HERE to look.

Christmas Mood boards

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:55:21 GMT

Christmas Mood boards

Sharing Mood Boards that I have put together for this Christmas Season. So many things I have been loving and have in my home.

Check out the links below and my saved Christmas highlight on my Instagram!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:32:16 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Fall Coat. An awesome Amazon find! I love that it's a little longer for the cozy factor. I sized up to a Medium for arm length. Comes in so many colors too! Click HERE to look.

Portable TV . I splurged and got a family gift that everyone is already loving! Ryan and I don't have a TV in our room but in the cold months that something we have wanted. This has been perfect for that! Click HERE to look.

Mini Cross Necklace. We restocked a lot of our Jewelry this week. This one was very missed and has been flying off the shelves! Click HERE to look.

Cedar Wreath . I love this wreath, especially in person. The look and color tone is perfect in my option! Click HERE to look.

"Fast like a girl" Book. Last week I completed a 3-day water fast. Wow is crazy how it completely resets everything! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:27:18 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Button Down Vest. I love this top. I think it's something different and fun to dress up a pair of jeans! Click HERE to look.

Area Rug . I just got this rug for out at our Cabin to add a little depth to the space, oh my goodness I am obsessed with it!! Click HERE to look.

Toggle Necklace. Our Best Seller toggle necklace is back in stock in the shop! Click HERE to look.

Shark Vacuum. We love the Shark brand of vacuums. We have a couple at our home and at each of the rentals for cleaning! They are amazing. Click HERE to look.

Puzzle. These are our favorite brand of Puzzles! They have so many cute ones. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:59:44 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco . Best cleaning tool in the world! If you are new here this is my favorite gadget of all time. It is truly amazing! You will NOT regret this purchase, I promise! Click HERE to look.

Duffel Bag. I snagged this duffel bag during the prime day sales. We do a lot of back and forth from our house and the cabin, a weekender bag will be perfect for that. Click HERE to look.

Hand Chopper. You guys! Cutting up veggies and fruit with this cool chopper is so fun! The kids love using it and for the price you can't go wrong with having it in your kitchen stash! Click HERE to look.

Washcloths. These are the best washcloths in my option! I have the all black ones but they come in a couple different color combinations! Click HERE to look.

Cleaning Scrubs . Who else does not like cleaning off their stove top? Well, I found these because I don't NOT like that job LOL. They are amazing!! I don't dread that job anymore when it's this easy! Click HERE to look.

Christmas Gift Guides

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:01:27 GMT

Christmas Gift Guides

All my Christmas Gift Guides are found right here on this blog post!! We are updating and adding to them often too!

HER

Leather Bible

Hydrangea Tree

Glass Cups with handle and lid

Gold Cross Toggle Necklace

Brass Footed Candle

Scalloped Wood Box

HIM

Tree Branch Trimmer

Blackstone

Hand warmers

Black Hey Dude Shoes

Happy Nuts

Carhartt Gloves

Durable Speaker

Retractable Extension Cord

TEEN BOY

Turtle Box Speaker

TEEN GIRL

Skincare Headband

Mini Gold Cross Necklace

YOUNGER BOY

Off-road Remote Control

Rocket Launcher

Mini Knife Set

Remote Control Water Toy

Science Kit

LED Rechargeable Baseball

Glow Foam Football

YOUNGER GIRL

Ariel Silk

Pretend Charts

Real Look Like Baby

Makers Set

Beach Cruiser Bike

GRANDPARENTS

Solar Path Lights

Gold Cross Necklace

FAMILY

Popcorn Machine

Ooni Pizza Oven

Powerful Speaker

Springless Trampoline

Shuffleboard Table

Board games - Yahtzee , Battleship , Monopoly

Bucket Golf

Inflatable Paddleboard

3D Printer

HOST

Teapot

Barefoot Dreams Socks

Remote Control Candles

Coasters

Wicker Vase

Brass and Glass Box

Tissue Box Cover

Marble Butter Container

HOMEMAKER

Green Throw Pillow

Wicket Tea Set

Knit Throw Blanket

Scalloped Pot

Solar Garden Light

Brass Dust Pan

Door Sign

Rolling Laundry Basket

HAS EVERYTHING PERSON

Food Spinning Fan

THE DIYER

Rust Stain Remover

Peel and Stick Tiles

Projector

Renew Grass Spray

Garage Accessories

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:04:10 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Pullover. This top has gotten so much love from you guys and stands to be true that it's so cozy! It is identical to the spanx one, the material is insanely soft! Click HERE to look.

Henley T-shirt. I shared this T-shirt on my stories last week and everyone loved it! Sadly looks like alot of the sizes in this color are sold out but they have lots of other colors to pick from! Click HERE to look.

Sticker Paper. I use this paper to print out our Bible Reading plan to stick right onto the front of my Bible. It works so well! Click HERE to look.

Dehydrator . We love using dehydrators for apples and the boys love to use it for making jerky. We had a smaller and purchased another one so we could have one for each! Click HERE to look.

KitchenAid Attachments . These attachments are so cool and work amazing for pealing apples, that is what we mainly use it for! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:46:57 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

"Motivated by treats" sweatshirt. This is Kynlee's new favorite shirt HAHA!! This is perfect for her. Click HERE to look.

Book Display . I like to display books or my Bible on our coffee table with this piece! I love the statement is brings to an area. Click HERE to look.

Gold Toggle Necklace. This is a fan favorite!! We have loved this necklace for a couple of years now and it still owns the spot of being the top seller! Click HERE to look.

Paint Sprayer. We invested in this sprayer a while back. It's a bit of an investment but we used it so many times and its saved us thousands of dollars. It is worth every penny! Click HERE to look.

Makeup Clothes. I use these super soft wash clothes to take my makeup off at night. I just wet them and my makeup comes right off, honestly they are magical!! They come with so many in a pack too. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:47:14 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Zip Up Pullover. This pullover is amazing! It reminds me exactly of the one from Spanx that is 4x the price. But I like this one better actually! Lightweight and cozy! Click HERE to look.

Women's ESV Bible . This is my all time favorite Bible. It is over 50% off this week. You will not regret this purchase!! Join us in reading the Bible in a year! More info on that can be found on my blog... Click HERE to look.

Shine Cross Necklace . We launched this Necklace last week and it sold out quickly. A new fan favorite! We can't wait to restock it VERY soon, so keep an eye out for the restock! Click HERE to look.

Belt . I feel like belts are back in and I'm here for it. I have always loved a good belt, I snagged this one off of Amazon. Click HERE to look.

Packing Cubes. We use these every time we go on any trip. They are so slick with keeping everything organized and in order. You can pack so much in each cube too which is amazing! Click HERE to look.

Join Us As We Read the Bible in a Year!

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:06:21 GMT

It's time to start making God and our faith a priority to live boldly in a dark world.

5 years ago I made a new years resolution. I never make new years resolutions, because I can never seem to keep this one. But this one was different. It was more like a resolution to Jesus. I made a promise to make Him a priority in my life and read the Bible through in a year to get to know Him better. I was committed, I was determined, and I asked you guys to join in with me. And guess what? With accountability from all of you, knowing we were doing this together, I did it! And I saw for the first time at the age of 36 that God is so loving and not just scary. He is so merciful and not just to be feared. He is so patient and kind, and desires us to know Him, and my outlook on who God is totally and completely shifted. Because so many of us spend time in the New Testament and focus only on Jesus that we miss out on the greatest love of all, the one of a Father who gave up his only son because he so desired to spend eternity with US!

It was life changing, so much so that I did it again, and again, and again! I just finished my last read through the Bible in June and it got me through some of my hardest times. It was the peace I needed in an uncertain world, it was the joy I needed to have when everything looked dark, and it was the ultimate truth when I didn't know what to believe. It was and is my rock and my foundation, something you can't find anywhere else. When I finished in June I told myself I am going to take a little break. I wanted time to study other parts of the Bible. I wanted to read other books about the Bible. And although I did that a bit, I realized how much I need to have a habit and a pattern to be in the Word everyday. I missed it. I felt myself losing momentum and I felt myself not being as intentional and bold in my faith. And it was a wake up call.

It made me think of the parable of the 10 virgins. 5 of them were ready with oil in their lamps waiting for the bridegroom and 5 of them had lamps, but the oil was gone. And by the time they went to fill them and come back they missed the party. They were too late. We don't know the day or the hour Jesus will return. We do know when our last day on this earth will be. Everything can change in a second, and all we know is we need to be ready at any moment to meet our Lord and Savior. To have confidence that our lamps are full. To know for certainty where we go when we will die.

So many of us think we have more time. We will get serious about it ONE day. When we are less busy, when we face serious struggles, when we need God. Why is it so hard to commit 15 minutes a day to prioritizing being in the Word when we can spend hours scrolling. It's because it's the last thing the enemy wants us to do. He wants us to think we don't have the time. He wants us to be distracted and think other things are more important. And the reality is, your kids seeing you in the Word, your family seeing the shift in you as you learn more about God, your faith growing stronger as God shows up because you are seeking Him, that is what scares the enemy. And thats exactly what we need to prioritze.

So I'm encouraging you to JOIN US, as we start reading through the Bible chronologically in one year. It's so much easier to do it with community and accountability. And I will try to show up in stories on my IG page (@proverbsthirtyonegirl) to share a little bit more behind the verses and chapters we are reading to help those who are new in their faith. I also encourage you to maybe get THIS BIBLE . It is not only beautiful, but it's also a study Bible. So underneath the verses it gives historical context as to what is happening and also more insight to help you understand.

Last year I also wrote a blog post of my kids favorite Bibles. It's never too early to get them started on learning the stories of the Bibles and teaching them who God is. And as they see you in your Bible it's a great time for them to pick their Bibles up as well!

And as much as I want to help you better understand the Bible, there will be questions you have, and things you don't understand. That's okay. The first thing you should do as you open your Bible is pray to God to give you understanding and help you see what He wants you to see. The coolest thing about the Bible is that it is the living, breathing Word of God. Which means that it comes alive as you read it and God uses it to speak to you! Every year I read the Bible through I'm amazed at what stands out and how God reveals Himself in a new way. It's also amazing that so many times I read exactly what I need to hear for that day! But, there are also so many amazing resources to help you along the way. I'm listing some below...

THE BIBLE RECAP

THE BIBLE PROJECT

I can't wait to start this journey with you! So invite a friend, your neighbor, a family member, and lets all be intentional about making God a priority in our lives, in our families, and in our communities! Shining light in the darkness is the most powerful way to overcome evil and God will use it in a mighty way!

We start OCTOBER 1ST!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:37:58 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Boys Camo Lounge Outfit. I bought this hoodie and sweatpants for Beckett and boy is it a hit for him! He lovessss it! Super soft and cozy with a good price tag! Click HERE to look.

Area Rug. I have found that this is the softest rug of all time!! Trust me, we have it at the Oaks and Ryan makes everyone feel it when they come because it is just that good! Comes in many different sizes. Click HERE to look!

Scalloped Dishes . You guys, these are the prettiest dishes ever!! They are finally back in stock. A beautiful way to elevate your Kitchen. Click HERE to look.

Checkered Towels . I got these for fall to put in my kitchen, bathrooms etc. They are so cute! Click HERE to look.

Markers. These markers a huge hit in our household! We use them almost daily as the kids love to color with them! Highly recommend. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:52:47 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Gold Step Ladder. Not only is this the prettiest ladder you've ever seen, it's also the easiest and most compact one! It folds up so easy to store in a closet. I've had this one for years and LOVE it! Click HERE to look.

Bottoms. These were a hit last week when I shared them! I love the green color coming into fall and the style is unique with a fun pocket cut. Click HERE to look.

Faux Stem . These are amazing!! Such a great look for less to the Afloral ones. I have grabbed quite a few of these for all our rentals and some for at our home. Click HERE to look.

Prayer Book. This Prayer Book is currently on sale. Perfect for praying/writing prayers out to your kiddo as they start a school year. You can then give it to them at the end of the school year! So special. Click HERE to look.

Pleated Blackout Curtains. I have slowly changed out old curtains to these ones all throughout our house. I love the look, the quality and that they are blackout. Really great curtain in my option. I just updated our entire main level with these! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:51:54 GMT

The most loved links this week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Real Touch Pine Garland . One of my favorite places for garlands and faux stems was having a great sale this past week. These are great pieces to invest in and you'll have them for years and years! Click HERE to look.

Real Touch Pine Stem. These are from that company too, such a great investment piece! Click HERE to look.

Instant Grid . I love this stuff! I use it to make grids in windows that don't have permanents grids already in them and I love it! I have a reel on instagram from a couple years back on how to do this! Click HERE to look.

Cute Summer Dress. Such a cute dress for summer that breathes well and has pockets!! Plus adorable detailing all throughout the dress. I got so many compliments out to dinner the other night! Click HERE to look.

Strong Necklace. The strong necklace is back in stock on the storefront! Beckett and Tate were theirs everyday as well as so many of their friends. Great for a teen or pre teen boy. Click HERE to look.

The final outdoor look at The Oaks

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:21:20 GMT

The Oaks final outdoor reveal

The grass has fully grown, the concreate driveway and sidewalk have been poured and set for a couple weeks now, that means it is time for a final look at the exterior at the oaks!!

September 3rd will be 3 years since we started the oaks project. Realizing that it has been 3 year is wild. It has been a wild ride! We loved the journey but are very happy to be at this point in the game.

I'm soooooo in love with this Solar Light Post . The detail it adds and the fact that it is solar is the best part! We put some concrete in the ground about an 18" hole to m ake sure it stays nice and sturdy!

I think it is so fun to be greeted by the solar water fountain in the birdbath! 2 feautures that make is so welcoming and homey!

Sadly the birdbath is no longer available but I purchased it off of Amazon so they might have a similar one...

I fell in love with rain chains when we went to Florida this past winter. They have them on so many houses and I couldn't get over how much charm It added! I ordered these right away while I was still on vacation, I had envisioned them to go right here. I love them!

It was so fun to watch them lay the pavers for the sidewalk! You can see in this photo that they lay the pattern of the pavers. Then they go along side of the edge and cut them. That line is cut.

Tate has been working for Nagel Landscaping last summer and this summer so he was working this job!!

If you are local check them out. They are out of Darwin/Litchfield area!

River Rock is from a local nursery. I believe it is 1 inch river rock. Big rocks are collected from local farmers rock piles and ones that we have had at our house.

For all the patio links, they can be found HERE ! As well as other photos and details!!

We have this grill on the side of the desk for rentals to use. We love grilling, so if was a must to have here for guests!

Sitting down here by the fire pit and looking up at the oaks is one of my favorite views! It is so pretty from the back with the tree and the landscaping on the hill. The next couple of photos are of the stairs and pathway to get down to the lake as we have had a few questions on the path to the lake situation!

This was one of the very first areas we took care of at the oaks! I'll link the blog post HERE for you to look at and read about the process on how we went about the landscaping!

There are steps and a pathway all the way down to the lake!

One of the things we LOVE about this quiet lake is that there is no other houses on the other side of the lake. The sunsets on this side and it is the most beautiful view ever!!

A little tree swing for the front yard!

We would love to have you come visit and stay at the oaks!!

If you are curious in booking details, check out our website at Lundeenlakerentals.com

We can't wait to meet you!

The most epic surprise ever!!

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:19:01 GMT

I pulled off the biggest surprise I've ever done... I can't believe it!! So a little back story -

17 years ago Ryan sold his prized possession, his 1991 Mazda Miata, to help fund a much needed mini van for our baby on the way.

After I got pregnant I quit my job and we went from 2 incomes down to 1 income. We knew that a 2 person convertible just wasn't practical and that the finances could be used in a better way. So we sold it...

Fast forward 17 years and it all comes back full circle. I put my 17 year old son Tate on the task of finding us a Miata that looked just like dads, and he blew it out of the water. He found the perfect car on Facebook Marketplace In great condition! He drove almost 3 hours to pick it up with a buddy and pulled off the best surprise ever!!!

Also to note Tate has never driven through the Twin Cities or Driven a stick shift on any road besides a gravel one close to the cabin.

BUT he was confident and crushed the challenge!!

We stored it for the night and gave it to him the next day!

I think Ryan's reaction says it all (watch the mini vlog below!)

Our "19th" anniversary isn't until November but what fun is a convertible if you can't drive it in the summer, so we gave it to him early and are so happy we did!

*make sure to read until the end for a good laugh ;)

Watch the mini vlog HERE !! You won't want to miss Ryan's reaction to this surprise he did not see coming...

A total flashback! In his original Mazda Miata, back before we were married! So fun to find this photo, I went on a hunt to find one in our bins and bins of photos and came across this gem!

Ryan was so happy he was up for any photo op LOL!!! How can you not just die laughing at these. Pure happiness!!

He was so excited to tell all of his friends, just like we had stepped right back into his 20's! Don't worry he did call his high school buddies and told them the news right away HAHA

Cheers to more date nights in the convertible and feeling like we are 22 again!!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:59:49 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Mattress Topper . Our favorite around here for all the beds! A must have. So beyond cozy. Click HERE to look.

Peace Necklace . A select few jewelry items went on 50% off sale this week for a limited time. Click HERE to look.

Sconce. We used these for the boys room and they are just a plug in sconce which is what I loved and make it so easy to put anywhere! Click HERE to look.

The Masterpiece . My current read! Click HERE to look.

Rust Stain Remover . This stuff is a miracle worker!! Trust me just buy it, you'll thank me later ;) Click HERE to look.

A Switcheroo in the Boys Room

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 18:02:26 GMT

Boys room switcheroo

A couple years ago in 2023 the boys room got a whole room makeover! Which was so much fun! They still love their room, especially all the desk space. But the bed situation was getting a little tricky with a certain 17 year old that is growing like a weed!!

So we decided it was time to change up the bed situation a bit...

But before that I'll share the 2 blog posts of the last makeover we did on this space for those of you that are curious and wanting certain sources!

The bed area

The desk area

made these built in desks using Ikea towers with drawers and butcher block from Menards that I cut and stained. The boys love having the space and do a lot of their school and work at these desks. They haven't looked this clean since the photo shoot, but we'll show off their features for this post:)

and now today!

It is shocking how much space opened up after switching the beds! The ceilings are very tall in this room so it makes so much more sense to have a bed higher and a larger sized one below. Everyone is very pleased with this choice! Even though I did still love the look of the previous layout, this is so much more functional for our season of life.

I added these little plug in white sconces because Beckett loves to read before bed. I love that these ones had the knob right on the light and you can also dim it super low if they want a little night light! Plus the price is right:) They are only $34/light!

We've been very impressed with this bunk bed set as we have the lighter tone wood version at The Lakeside Cottage and it's held up great with constant use! The price of this bunk set is really great for it being so solid. It takes about 2 hours to put together but the directions are very easy to understand. We are very happy with it for the price tag. What sold me on it for the boys room is that the top bunk is a twin and the lower bed in a queen, which is what we needed for Tate! I also loved that the bottom bed is detached, which means making it is so much easier than a built in bunk bed.

This mattress topper is amazing! We LOVE it and I have gotten so many messages on how much you guys love this comfy topper too. Also, if you love a duvet that hugs you, this goose down one is still a bit spendy but less than half the price of name brand ones and soooo good! It makes your bed feel luxurious. Make sure you clip the $10 off coupon!

And these hotel quality pillows are amazing!

The dark wood accents are just so beautiful! The perfect dark wood tone in my book.

New Sources

Lux Pillow Inserts

Mattress Topper

Goose Down Comforter

* The desk area and the old bedding/rug links are linked in the previous blogs which are linked above!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:26:08 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Bunk Bed Set. We have been so impressed with this set of bunks. We have one of them at a rental and have been really happy with it! We recently got the boys one for their room and it's been great so far! I would highly recommend it! Click HERE to look.

Stripe Button Down Cardigan . A new favorite I found last week at Target. They have tons and tons of beautiful colors! Snag one before they sell out before fall gets here. Such a great staple for the closet! Click HERE to look.

Lunch Bag. These lunch bags are so great. Beckett and Ruby have them, as well as Anna!! They are cute and insulated on the inside. Pricing is great too! Click HERE to look.

Hotel Quality Pillows. The best pillows I have found. They are on sale this week! You won't be disappointed, I promise! Click HERE to look.

Mattress Topper . This is a favorite around here. With Tate getting a queen bed this was a must for on top and boy it is so comfy!!

Click HERE to look.

The best of July on Proverbs31girl

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:33:59 GMT

The best of July on proverbs31girl

The top loved items shared this past month of July on Proverb31girl!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:31:57 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco. My all time favorite cleaning tool. Everyone is starting to understand the hype I've been talking about!! Click HERE to look.

Solar Street Light. I got this exact light for out at the Oaks right by the driveway. It's so nice that it's solar so it'll be on when people arrive and turn off in the mornings. Such a fun added touch! Click HERE to look.

Solar Fountain. If you can't tell we are loving the solar features over here with all the rentals, it makes it so easy! I put this in our birdbath and it's absolutely adorable! Click HERE to look.

Pullover Sweatshirt. I snagged this for coming into the fall season. I love how oversized it it, so cozy. Click HERE to look.

Food Fans . These things are amazing!! If you spend a lot of time eating outdoors in the summertime like we do, these things will be life changing no joke! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 18:36:22 GMT

Favorite links of th e week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Plastic Glasses. I got these for hosting an event at our house this past weekend and my goodness they were adorable and perfect for the occasion! Click HERE to look.

Shark Carpet Vacuum. This is so satisfying!! I go really slow which vacuuming to make sure it does the job. It looks so fresh and clear after!! Click HERE to look.

Water Remote Control. Beckett got an early birthday gift from his grandma and auntie and boy was it a hit! He loves stuff like this! Great for a 10 year old boy! Click HERE to look.

Magic Paper. The coolest magical sponge paper that puffs up with the water pen when your done coloring it. So COOL! Click HERE to look.

Round Vase. I used 3 of these vases for floral arrangements a bridal shower I hosted and they worked amazingly for that!

Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:56:22 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Cornhole Boards. I got these great boards for at the oaks. I painting on the face of them the oaks logo, a little but touch! Beckett and Tate have use them a ton already! Click HERE to look.

Chemical Float. We have found that this little guy really keeps our hottub water clear! You fill it with chlorine tablets and let it float. We barely have to touch the chemicals anymore! Click HERE to look.

Fruit Slicer. A new cute little easy to store kitchen tool. SO easy to cut strawberries, bananas etc! Click HERE to look.

Swivel Chairs. These swivels chairs are over $200 right now when I am posting this!! We have these at the oaks on the deck, and a different shape at our house. I love these alot! Click HERE to look.

Torch. Well we just discovered this tool, that you can burn garden weeds with?! What! We will see if it keeps the weeds away or not but have heard fantastic things about it. Click HERE to look.

Updated patio tour at our house

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:19:49 GMT

Updated Patio Tour

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This space has gotten updated with a couple different things throughout the past few months with stuff that hasn't been photographed!

We spend so much time in this space during the nice months that each year I give her a refresh to keep it in the best condition. It is so shaded with these 2 big trees, that you can enjoy sitting without being in direct sunlight. It has one of the best views on our property too overlooking the view.

Make sure to stay until the end of the blog for a surprise visitor ��

The barrel sofa and chairs are no longer available or sold at World Market where I got them years ago. I still love the look and design of them so much so I'm hanging onto them, but I did get 2 new end chairs for this sitting area and up on the deck.

They are the Better Homes and Gardens ones. They have two different styles, a rounded back and a square back !

They are so comfortable, have a swivel bottom which makes any chair more fun, plus the look of them is a visual score!

. Can you believe all these potted flowers are fake? The amazing thing about faux is that they last, but look very real. With living in a climate that is hard for all sorts of flowers and plants!

I've done my fair share of weeding through my faux finds. These ones (all linked below) are fantastic and I would definitely recommend!

I can't get over this $10 Planter . Yes $10!! Walmart does it again with this one!

This patio table and chairs I got years ago at a garage sale! Total score I know!! I linked a similar one below that looks very similar.

I have been loving and been very impressed with this Black Solar Lamp ! I think it adds such a cute touch to have a lamp outside but it being solar powered is game changer and so easy for ambiance!

I get asked about this Lundeen Sign often, I made it years ago!! It's a one of a kind ;)

My mom came to visit from WI for a couple of days, she is always down for a project with me! We got fresh bags of mulch and laid it one afternoon. We do this about every year to freshen up the space. Even if it just around the main area, it adds such a fresh feeling and look! And these little stepping stones we made with Tate and Kynlee when they were just 2 & 3 have my heart and I love seeing them front and center. I reminds me how quickly the seasons go.

Thankful for the quiet little slice of heaven in earth we get to enjoy here on our property!!

And also as promised, the surprise visitors... Tika and Kimber wanted to be in on some of the photos LOL. Oh they are just something else!!

Sources

Swivel Chairs

Solar Lamp

Couch & Chair Set (no longer available from World Market)

Gold Lantern

Patio Table and Chairs

Outdoor Doormat

Faux Flower Stems

Scalloped Planter

Rose Tree

Tall Pleated White Planter

Gingham Pillow

Green Flower Pillow

Big Hydrangea Tree

Gas Fire Table

Black Planter Box

String Lights

Large Cream/Stone Planter

Black Gooseneck Light

Outdoor Lantern

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:37:44 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco. You all know this is my favorite cleaning machine I have ever owned or used. The combined features are unmatched. You will not regret this purchase. Click HERE to look.

Fruit Cutter. A new kitchen timesaver gadget. It is so slick! Perfect for all the summer fruit saving so much time in the kitchen.

Click HERE to look.

Glass Cups with handles. These are a new go to for me. With a fun summer drink these ones with handles, lids and straws are perfect! Click HERE to look.

Swivel Outdoor Chairs. These chairs are the chairs of the year!! They are such great quality, swivel and come with cushions! I highly highly recommend them! Click HERE to look.

Propane Torch. It is for weeding. Oh my goodness, we just discovered this and wow!! Beats bending over and hurting your back weeding for hours on end. Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - All room and source details

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:47:33 GMT

The Oaks roundup

I've pulled together all of the blogs regarding the Oaks, from start to finish to come back and reference or view with any source questions!

It is so fun to go back and see how far this spot has come. And even more fun to think of the memories to come here at The Oaks ��

If you are interested in staying at the oaks or any of the lundeen lake rentals, check out Lundeenlakerentals.com

The very beginning!

SURPRISE! Our next adventure...

Fire Pit and Retaining Wall

Fire Pit and Retaining Wall Blog Post .

The Kitchen

The oaks kitchen blog post .

The Great Room

The oaks great room blog post .

The Dining Room

The oaks dining room blog post.

The Master Bedroom

The oaks master bedroom blog post.

The Master Bathroom

The oaks master bathroom blog post.

The Wilderness Room

The oaks wilderness room blog post

The Powder Bathroom

The oaks main floor powder bathroom blog post.

The Cinnamon Sugar Bedroom

The oaks cinnamon sugar bathroom blog post.

The upstairs bathroom

The oaks upstairs bathroom blog post.

The Basement Living Room

The oaks basement living room blog post.

The Basement Bedroom

The oaks basement bedroom blog post.

The Basement Bathroom

The oaks basement bathroom blog post.

The Exterior

The oaks exterior blog post.

The Oaks - Basement Bathroom

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:45:51 GMT

The Basement Bathroom

The second to last room in the oaks is finished! I can't believe we are finally to this point, it doesn't feel real... But guess what?! The Oaks books are officially open for stays starting July 1st!! Click HERE to visit Lundeenlakerentals for rental bookings.

We are beyond excited to start hosting your guys here at all of our Lundeenlakerental properties!

I gasped when I saw this vanity in person!! I loved it online but in person, oh my goodness...

The gorgeous hardware, the curved edges and the coloring. One of the prettiest vanities I've ever seen. A great side with good drawer storage, just what we were looking for in this basement bathroom.

I had leftover tile from the powder bathroom upstairs, so I wanted to use that up and thought it would go great down here!

I loved that this Home Depot Tub/Shower Surround had some extra detail to it. With a faux tile look and a huge vertical shelf for shower things. Very impressed!

I also had the wall color leftover from our master bedroom that I had found in out paint area in the basement and used it because FREE and moody which is what I wanted! It is called Brown Topez. I colored drenched the room to for an extra moody feel!

Sources

Scalloped Trash Can

Vanity

Shower Curtain

Shower/Tub Surround

Black Sink Faucet

Similar Wooden Vase

Shower Curtain Rod

Floor tile

Boarder Tile

Black toilet seat

Shampoo Shower Set

Hand Towel

Decor Swan (Old from Target)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:21:29 GMT

Favorites links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Pressure Washer. I have always loved to pressure was he, it is such a satisfying task. We use it for so many things on our property. This one I love and use myself often. Great price on prime days too!! Click HERE to look.

Knit Tank Top. I now have this in 2 different colors! I love that you can wear a normal bra with this tank! It is a little dressier but also so comfy. Perfect with jeans shorts or linen shorts. Click HERE to look.

Cedarshield Wood Penetrant. I use this on our decks and it works so great. Click HERE to look.

USA Sweatshirt . My festive sweatshirt of the summer! The red is a perfect summer red and the monochromatic USA lettering is a fun touch. Also $15!! Yes please! Click HERE to look.

Hydrangea Tree. This is a 5 foot hydrangea tree that is my newest and latest obsession for faux greenery! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:48:03 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

All weather outdoor set . Amazing price tag! Click HERE to look.

Bean Bag Chair. The kids pull these chairs all over at the cabin and lounge on them! Lightweight and good for youngers to lounge in. Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Planter. I shared these a couple weeks ago and they are a true favorite now! $10 and the size is large! Click HERE to look.

Colorblock Tank Top. I love a good colorblock shirt and I saw and Instagram friend share this. I got it in 2 different colors. Super fun for summer! Click HERE to look.

Daybed. Who doesn't love a daybed on the patio or desk?? This one now lives at the oaks on the deck and it is so comfy and the perfect addition to that space. Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Deck / Patio

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:13:52 GMT

The Desk and Patio

Let's talk decking for a minute before we get into the finishes! We ended up going with Trex Decking. We picked the Transcend Lineage line in the color Jasper. Jasper is a deep shade of mocha. This line has temperature control, which it can still get hot but stays 37 degrees cooler than other brands, which is huge or hot summers! We are SO EXCITED for a no maintenance deck!!!

Also a cool thing about Trex is they have hidden fasteners, you screw in the treated lumber and not into the boards. And the outside boards that you have to screw into they have hidden plugs that make the holes disappear. So you don't see any screw holes which is a huge bonus and a feature I really loved!

There truly is something so special about a patio/deck. I think maybe from my personal experience because here in the midwest we spend any nice night we can outside and that usually mean, on the pontoon, around the campfire or on the deck! So many sweet memories can be made while the whole family is gathered around getting lost in time, enjoying God's creation!

So follow along below to see how The Oaks back deck turned out!

This deck is very long. So there is 2 different ways to enter from the house. This side, the left side is right off the master suite. With 2 lounge chairs and a cozy corner daybed.

These chaise lounge chairs I fell absolutely in love with! The base coloring is perfect and looks much more high end than they are. They came with a fun bold green stripe cushion, that I actually did like outside. I just didn't love seeing the green from the master bedroom. So I opted for these very light beige ones that are perfect!

The dreamy daybed that is so cozy with a morning cup of coffee or watching the sunset over the lake! It is under $300 too which is unheard of!

We have a grill on the deck too for all guests to use!

I searched high and low for patio furniture. The thing is with it being so long I wasn't sure what the correct layout would be for the best flow. So the center of the desk is the dining area.

That large window is right above the kitchen sink, which is one of the best views in the house!

I found this 8 piece table and chair set which was great to find a set all together! Yes, it comes with 2 more chairs that the picture shows above but I didn't think we need quite that much seating at the moment.

I hit the Walmart jackpot for planters and pots this year. Don't sleep on Walmart people!! Their Better Homes and Gardens line is so good.

This Poppy Scalloped Planter is $10!!

The third section that you enter from the great room is the lounge/living area.

The Better Homes and Gardens Swivel Chairs are a new favorite of mine! I have them at our house and I knew I wanted to get them for here at the oaks. They swivel which is so nice and are super comfy. Also a great price!! I highly recommend.

Add this large planter and resin moon planter to the list of Walmart scores!

Also let's chat a second on my new favorite thing, these Hydrangea Trees! ! I can't get enough of them. Bringing height and fullness to a corner. Might be my favorite find of the summer so far!

And the best feature of them all, the outdoor shower!! This will be so nice to have for rinsing off your feet or a swimsuit shower after swimming in the lake!

Sources

Table and Chair set

Shower Faucet

Gold Solar Lamp

Gingham Scalloped Pillow

Woven Vase

Cream Planter

Faux Hydrangea Tree

White Faux Stone Table

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:40:48 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

American Flag Sweatshirt . 4th of July is right around the corner. I found this festival knit sweater for our 4th of July festivities. Perfect extra layer to have on in the evening on the lake! Click HERE to look.

Olive Tree . This olive tree is 7' tall and is super wide! I love the different shape as olive trees are usually tall and skinny. This adds such a statement in a room with the width of it. Click HERE to look.

Rain Barrel . Such a cute rain barrel with a planter section on the top to dress it up outside! Click HERE to look.

Tineco. My all time top favorite item that I have shared and everyone is now understanding the hype! It is incredible We have one at every rental property as well as our house because it makes cleaning so much more fun and affective. Click HERE to look.

Mattress Topper. If you are in the market for a mattress topper, this is the one! So comfortable! We have them at all of the lakeside cottage beds and we get so many compliments on how comfy they are. Great price tag too! Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Basement Living Area

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:24:51 GMT

The Oaks - Basement Living Area

I am so glad we decided to do the basement. It has already brought so many memories and cozy moments all together! and it really is so nice to have an extra space for kiddos to hang out if they don't want to monkey around in the main living room.

When you enter the basement this foosball table is the first thing you see. You can see in the picture below, the left side door is where you enter the basement!

It is a cheap table, so I totally didn't expect solid, but it looks super cute and functional!! But I knew for $160 bucks if it lasted us a couple years that would be worth it!

This olive tree is HUGE!! Which I love because it fills up a really big corner in the living space. It's 7' tall but so wide. It is a brighter green which is fun for an olive tree as then usually are a darker green. I really love this one!!

I went more streamline and simple with the tv area. Console tables, lighting and a gold frame for the tv and that's it!

Okay I am SO EXCITED about this couch! The Bellamia is awesome! First off it comes in pieces which is a wonderful because hauling them down curved stairs was so easy!

You guys, can you even take the color?! I am slightly in love!! It is so pretty! The squared off corners and the velvet sold me right away.

The cool part about Bellamia is that you can configure the shape and size that you desire. The assemble was so slick, it think it took me 10 minutes to put it together myself!

The cushions keep their shape all while being comfortable. Machine washable cushions too which is game changer for families with littles!

and so many more amazing features to check out!

This shuffleboard is 9' long!! This board is pretty impressive with LED lights and the quality is very good. Heavy duty all around.

This corner of the room might be the favorite for my kids! They keep saying they could live here LOL.

I found these vintage game prints and I couldn't pass them up. This was the absolute perfect spot to showcase them and fill up this big wall.

I have a couple more ideas for that wall behind the popcorn maker but for now the popcorn maker will have it's home right there for cozy movie nights!

To check out booking options for our Lundeenlakerentals , please click the link HERE.

We would love to have you!!

Sources

Sectional Sofa

Wall Sconces

Gold Frames

Shuffleboard Table

Media Console (no longer available)

End Table

Black Bench

Plaid Throw Blanket

ITEMS I'VE BEEN LOVING

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:24:27 GMT

Items I've been loving this past month

I feel like we all go through spirts of having things we are loving and seasons of not much sticking out to us or something new that we have been enjoying. For the past month I have been loving these items. Making my easier, prettier or comfier.

I talk a little bit about each of them below!

Rain Chain - My latest and newest obsession!! I fell in love with these this past winter when we visited Florida. Most homes had these and they added such charm. I some for the oaks right then and there. We hung them and I couldn't love them more!

Glass Cup with Handle - Glass cups with a handle, say less! I have used these daily since I purchased them a couple weeks ago.

Hydrangea Tree - We know I love my hydrangea stems but I have found a new love for these trees. More of an investment item but they look amazing indoor or outdoor on a patio/deck.

Watering Wand - With it being garden season, a watering wand was needed and this one has tons of different water pressure options. Perfect for watering a garden or plants.

Fruit Slicer - A family favorite! Fruit is a pain to cut sometimes. This tool is so slick! Water the video tutorial on the listing feature to see how it works!

Toilet Paper Holder - A fun inexpensive way to dress up a bathroom is adding one of these pretties. A great pop and didn't break the bank!

Mattress Topper - We have had these mattress toppers for years now honestly. I just got more for the oaks and forgot how amazing they are. I shared them and alot of you get the hype of them too!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:09:43 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverb31girl

Scalloped Planter. Would you believe me if I told you this planter is $10. Yes, yes it is!! I came across this at Walmart and it hopped right into my cart. A great size for the price tag! Click HERE to look.

Bird Bath . The landscaping of the oaks was made for this pretty gold bird bath. I put the water fountain (linked below) it is and ta da! Click HERE to look.

Solar Water Fountain. A recent hit and something that adds to the ambience of a space. Yay for solar and the calming sound of trickling water. Click HERE to look.

Wall Sconce. Guess what, these are battery operated scones. They come with a remote that is perfect to stick in your bedside drawer for easy on/off. Click HERE to look.

Rain Chain . While in Florida this past winter, so many houses have these adorable rain chains. Adding the most cutest charm to a house. I ordered them right away and having been waiting to put them up here at the oaks. I am obsessed!! Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Basement Bedroom

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:04:07 GMT

The Oaks - Basement Bedroom

The Basement is the last area for the inside of the Oaks to get finished!

Having another bedroom in the basement is going to be huge for additional people coming to stay.

I went with earthy tones for this room. Dark woods, greens, creams, woven textures and gold accents. I am happy with how it all pulled together and turned out. For a basement bedroom the size is perfect.

This wooden console table and the night stands in there are from Target, Studio McGee line. I have loved these for a long time and they happened to still be in stock when I was shopping for this room.

The sconces are also Target. They are battery operated that comes with a remote. So easy to turn on and off!

I have linked everything that I could below. So if you are searching or curious about a link, check below in the "sources" section!

I loved the touch these Striped Sheets added to the mix of bedding. A simple subtle pattern was a good fit.

Also on the end of the bed is the casaluna knit throw blanket that I use on the end of almost every bed. A get finishing touch to add to the end of the bed.

Sources

Cream Small Pillow

Roman Shade

Green Clock

Floral Framed Art

Gold Closet Hardware

Chunky Knit Throw Blanket

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 13:32:23 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Olive Tree. This olive tree I've had for 3 or 4 years now. It is a really great price for a faux tree of this height and quality! Click HERE to look.

Sleeper Sofa. The new addition to the Lakeside Bonus Room Garage. We needed a sleeper sofa in there and this one checked all the boxes for us! Comfy, easy to transform and looks pretty too! Click HERE to look.

Nail kit. We are hooked on the Olive and June Nail kit around here!! Kynlee has mastered the art of painting and even some amazing designs. Check out their website for lots of colors and different polish types. Click HERE to look.

Sweatshirt . Kynlee has been embroidering lately, she bought this super comfy sweatshirt to made a fun design on the back. It turned out so beautiful all while wearing this cozy sweatshirt. Click HERE to look.

Tank Top. I hit the jackpot with this Walmart Tank. It has buttons down the back, that I actually wore it backwards because I like the buttons on the front. You would never know! So yes it can be wore frontwards or backwards! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 29 May 2025 20:00:30 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Faux Tree. A fun brighter green tree., I used in a corner of a living space to bring some height into the corner. Great quality for the price! Click HERE to look.

Pleated Blackout Curtains. These have turned into a favorite curtain for the rentals that I am now changing all the curtains in my house to these ones! Perfect blackout and pleated look. You won't be disappointed! Click HERE to look.

Solar Fountain. I am just loving all things solar right now, including this solar fountain that I put in a bird bath in the landscaping at the Oaks - I am in love with how adorable it is! Click HERE to look.

Picture Light. I love that this picture light is touch off/on and is magnetic. Super cool! Click HERE to look.

Red USA Sweatshirt. The perfect sweatshirt for festivities this summer. I would say it runs a tad oversized. I got my true size small! Click HERE to look.

The Lakeside Garage Space

Thu, 29 May 2025 15:19:50 GMT

The Lakeside Cottage - Garage Bonus Space

We had always planned on making these 2 rooms in the garage at the lakeside cottage one big room for extra space and extra sleeping!! We decided to make it our goal to finish it off before June 1st and when all of the summer rentals start to arrive.

We were able to make that happen and have it done just in the nick of time!

This was my vision board that I created at the beginning of the project!

This was the front room, right next to the driveway...

The wall dividing the 2 rooms...

And the second room below in the back side of the garage...

This is exactly how it looked when we bought the place. It was 2 separate rooms right next to each other. We wanted to maximize the space as much as possible in this bonus room , so we decided it would be the move to open it up and make it one big room with 2 different sections!

Ta - Da!! Here is the Lakeside Cottage Garage Reno completed!!

These are my favorite blackout pleated curtains. You guys, I really can't believe the quality of these curtains! Plus, they come in a 2-panel pack which is even better! They are truly a blackout curtain which is amazing. I added 2 panels on each side of the window to make it look grander.

I love to use this Black Molding to create grids on the windows! I have a reel saved on my feed when I did it over on the lakeside cottage porch windows awhile back, so check that out if you want to see it be done on a video.

I have done this on so many windows adding a little touch of character. A major upgrade for a great price!

A game table of some sort was a HUGE must for this space. Especially when it comes to having teens or young adults some sort of game they can play when we aren't by the lake was a must!

Adding a fireplace to this room was a must too, to help add a little bit extra heat to the space. I put this together in about 20 minutes. Super sturdy and lets off a good amount of heat! I ended up painting this one the same color as the walls,

but it does come in a pretty creamy color and a dark gray that I loved too.

Wall Color is called Blanched by Magnolia Paints. I used this same color inside the cottage. So I wanted it to be somewhat cohesive. I get all of my Magnolia Paints from our local Ace Hardware store! So make sure to check there if you want to use a Magnolia paint!

I came across this sleeper sofa while I was on the hunt for one. Sleeper sofas are hard to come by. I wanted it to look a certain way so when I found this one I thought on it for a bit and then decided it was the one.

It was an nonnegotiable as that was a big reason for this space was adding another spot to sleep.

All of the bedding to make this bed when you stay is right in the closet next to the TV! Super easy and slick to make up quickly before you cozy in for bedtime.

Sources

Fireplace

Upholstered Couch

Woven Wooden Stools (old from TJMAXX)

Wooden End Table (not linkable)

Outdoor Rug

Entry Way Rug

Coffee Table Book

Faux Black Window Grids

Throw Pillow

Lakeside Framed Sign

Watch my REEL of this room transformation!

SUMMER CABIN OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT

Tue, 27 May 2025 14:19:16 GMT

If you haven't put it together yet because I say it time and time again, but the cabin is truly my happy place!!

I absolutely love it here. It's my spot that I can truly unplug, be intentional with family and friends and enjoy the simplicity of life. What it's really all about at the end of the day...

We LOVE to host here at The Cabin on Dunns during the summertime. Almost every night we have company over to enjoy this little slice of heaven with us. Over the years we have added to our collection of hosting fun to do with everyone.

Below I put together some of our favorites and what we use most while company is over!

Let's talk in detail

#1 Spider Web Tree Swing - We have had this swing for years from when the kids were young to know teenagers. They all still use it! Perfect for little kids and even teenagers. The price for a swing like this is fantastic too.

#2 Bean Bag Stripe Chair - 2 of these face the lake right by the shoreline at the cabin! I love lounging on these while watching the kids swim.

#3 Popcorn Machine - This is by far a huge hit!! We keep this out at the cabin during the summer, super easy to make a batch quick and enjoy a snack on the deck.

In the winter we use in it the mancave for movie nights, it gets used often then too!

#4 Beach Towels - We have a ton of these towels at our cabin and all of the rentals.

#5 Outdoor Movie Screen - This one is a fun added activity we invested in and has been a fan favorite for all our friends and cousins. SO easy to set up for a fun movie night under the stars!

#6 Vintage Refrigerator - I had been eyeing this little vintage refrigerator for years, and I mean years. I finally pulled the trigger on it 2 years ago for right inside the front door of the porch. It has been game changer to have a fridge right there to grab a beverage.

#7 String Lights - The best way to create the most welcoming ambiance = lighting. These are my favorites ones that last for years our during all 4 seasons.

#8 Adirondack Chairs - Adirondack chairs are such a good investment in my eyes. They stand the test of time, are super sturdy and perfect for around a fire pit!

#9 Outdoor Doormat - This doormat is so good for a cabin. It grabs all of the dirt and mess off of your shoes when you scrap your shoes. Total win!

#10 Portable Firepit - We love this gadget. We use it in the wintertime to roast s'mores.

#11 Serving Plater - Walmart has the cutest collection of dishes that I snagged this year including the full set and drinking glasses!

#12 Ooni Pizza Oven - Our entire family loves this pizza oven and the yummy pizza's it makes. Perfect for hosting and something everyone loves for supper!

#13 Pizza Toppings Container - topping container makes it so easy for pizza night and for easy clean up too!

#14 Inflatable Tubes - how adorable are the colors?! The ones I got last year from Target aren't available anymore. But I came across these ones that a cute too!

FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:54:27 GMT

Father's Day gift Guide

Father's Day gift guide round up. Father's Day is right around the corner.

Rounding up an options that are favorites and well loved around here below!

Blackstone Griddle - Ryan has had this Blackstone Griddle for 2 years now and we have used it so much! He takes it on all his hunting and fishing trips. We even take it out on the Pontoon and he cooks out supper right from there! We love how portable and easy it is to make a yummy supper on the go!

I also got Ryan the griddle attachment that goes on a regular grill if you aren't looking for a whole new set up but something to add onto your home grill!

Dime Cologne - We love all thing DIME around there, specifically the fragrance section! Code ALLISON.

Dewalt Speaker - The Dewalt is the most durable speaker we have ever owed. We've had this bad boy for years now, still works like a charm and is used daily!

Leather Bag - Every guy needs a good toiletry bag. Anwar has amazing quality products for great prices.

Axe Throwing Game - This is a fun game the whole family can entire especially Dads/Boys!

Electric Cutting Knife - A fun kitchen gadget is this electric knife. Perfect for cutting meats straight off the grill.

On Cloud Shoes - I got Ryan a pair of these On clouds 2 years ago hoping he would like them for traveling and a nicer casual shoe. He has worn them SO MUCH!!

Work Tunes - You will never catch Ryan working outside without his work tunes on. Listening to music, ball games or podcasts. They have great noise canceling support too, so for all the power tools and machines he uses. It doubles as ear protection!

Dewalt Tree Trimmer - Last summer we invested in this tool, little did we know we would use it non stop! It comes in so handy with living in the country with all the tree. We highly recommend.

#10

Brown Crocs - Ryan is a croc guy when going to and from the house/shed or at the lake. I thought this was a nice brown color. They have tons and tons to pick from though.

#11

SOLO Fire Pit - What guy doesn't love to have a fire pit. The reviews and popularity of this SOLO fire pit is amazing! We know a lot of people that love theirs!

#12

Multi Tool - A fun gadget to have with all of the accessories a guy may need!

#13

Retractable Extension Cord - This is a game changer! Bye bye cords everywhere especially in the garage! They retract so nicely and can be drilled right into the garage wall super easily! A handy man must have!

2025 Garden Talk

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:20:27 GMT

2025 Garden Talk

I can't even believe that we are to this point in the year! Winter feels so long here in Minnesota and then boom here we are already at planting season! The sunshine and warm weather has arrived early and we really couldn't be more happy about it!

While I am starting to get all of my seeds planted for the season, I figured I would give a garden tour and share some photos of garden growing season. This corner of our property has stolen my heart just a little bit.

These raised planters are total show stoppers and have by far been the most requested link every time I share anything garden related.

They no longer have the exact ones that we have, but I've linked a few below that are very similar! They come is many different colors and sizing. The size we went with and see in these pictures are 8x2.

Garden Trellis I used these garden trellis for our cherry tomatoes and they worked great. If they get too full and heavy with windy weather they get a little loose but nothing too crazy that we experienced.

I got the garden work bench from the Hearth and Hand line at Target about 2 years ago. It is no longer in stock. I did find a similar one

here I will link. Most of the accessories were from that line too.

I love love love the entrance into the garden!! The Arbor Arch Trellis i s so charming and the perfect feature to frame the garden area.

I like lighting around here, if you haven't noticed ;) it creates such a welcoming feeling in my opinion!

Below I have pulled together all of the lights I have in the garden area. Some are not pictured here, but all the ones I've linked below I use and have here!

If you are curious about the process on how we made this garden come to life and the bones of it all.

You can read this blog post HERE for the inside scoop!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:04:29 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Ebike. Ruby and Beckett got these for Christmas this past year. We got them so they could use them out at the lake. Boy have they been a hit and everyone loves to ride them! They come in different size and color options, so make sure to look at those on the listing. Click HERE to look.

Fire place. I shared this last week and again this week because it was such a hit and I still get questions daily about it! We are impressed with it so far. I ended up painting mind, so if it isn't the color you want painting it is an option too! Click HERE to look.

Bucket Golf. Another Christmas gift! Tate got this from Grandma Sue for Christmas last year and we have finally been able to use it with the nice weather now. All of the kids are highly enjoying this game that is friendly for all ages! Click HERE to look.

Solar Lights. I have these solar lights in our garden area as well as along the sideway by our garage. They are my favorite!! So cute and they are on sale this week for under $10, whatttt. Score! Click HERE to look.

Necklace. We are doing a sale over on the Proverbs31girl store for all the graduated in ours lives. Each necklace comes with a special verse card inside the bag. The code for 20% off is CONGRATS. Perfect graduation gift!! Click HERE to look.

Kids 'No Screen' Summer Activities

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 21 May 2025 15:16:49 GMT

Summer Activities for kids!

I've gotten asked a few times this spring/summer so far, what are some activities that my kids love to do that aren't related to any screens.

I thought that was a great idea and wanted to come up with a list of toy/activities that my kids love!

It truly is amazing when you let your kids get a little bit bored what their minds start to create, imagine play and how much fun they have!!

Inflatable Paddle Board - I lost count on how many of these inflatable paddle boards we have. They are for all ages, adults, teens and young kids. We couldnt recommend these more if you have a spot by water that you go to in the summer!

Corn Hole - This game is also a game for all ages, older and younger!

Volleyball Set - Last summer we invested in this Volleyball set and let me tell you, it is a huge hit! Especially for the teens when friends are over. We use it at the cabin mainly but we bring it home too since it's a nightly summer hit.

Reusable Water Balloons - these have been a favorite in our house for years now. The kids have already used them this spring/summer. I highly recommend. Bye bye water balloon cleanup days.

Goggles - here's another easy/cheap one for hours of entertainment. My kids LOVE these easy use goggles when they are swimming in the pool or lake. We have bought many many pairs for extras for friends.

Axe Throwing - I found this game last year to add to our outdoor game selection and it's become a favorite too.

Action Bible - A quiet activity for a kiddo. Beckett absolutely loves this action Bible. He's gone through it many times now.

Springless Trampoline - We invested and surprised the kids with this springless trampoline. The safety of the springless is amazing. We highly recommend it. All 4 of our kids spend hours and hours on it all throughout the year.

Air Tumbling Mat - We have had this tumbling mat for maybe 3 years now. Perfect for in the garage or basement to get all those many wiggles out!

Aerial Hammock - Another great inside outside game!

Spikeball - The best portable outdoor game! To the beach, park, pool, anywhere this game can go!

BucketGolf - This one is our family's latest obsession. Our boys haven't gone a day or so without playing it in the evenings. Such a hit and FUN! Golf clubs here.

Play Nine Game - We love this card game, we play it a lot during the colder months and it's on the older teen boy will play as well as our 9-year-old Ruby!

Headbandz Game - Another fun one you should have in your game cabinet, toddlers and adults love this one!

Electric Scooter - These were a gift to Beckett and Ruby for Christmas this past year and they LOVE them! From cruising at the cabin or going down to get the mail, or just around the driveway!

Water Color Book - The perfect anytime of year creative activity. We do these with teen/adult cousins or kynlee and I will do one together. Such a calm, fun and pretty activity! They have different ones available for different seasons.

Laser Tag - Comes in a 4 pack so you can do teams or individual. Our teens and youngers all enjoy this one.

Pretend Play Cards - Pretend play cards WE LOVE!!! They have tons of different ones to pick from Teacher, Vet, Hair Salon etc. A must for elementary kids. These are other good ones too.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 15 May 2025 20:00:20 GMT

Favorite links of the week

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Fire place. I love this fire place, it gives off such good heat and is so beautiful! Click HERE to look.

String Lights . String solar lights are genius. Great for a space that doesn't have an outlet nearby or if you are looking for a easy string light setup. Click HERE to look.

Summer Sandals. Everyone loved these sandals that I shared on my stories this past week. They are so comfortable and perfect with jean shorts or a sun dress. Click HERE to look.

Rust Stain Remover . This stuff is pure magic. No joke!! Look no further for rust remover, this stuff is it... Click HERE to look

Solar Lamp. I love this little lamp! Solar powered and weatherproof, win win. I have it sitting out by our chairs on the patio. The perfect dusk ambiance. Click HERE to look.

Solar Lights

Thu, 15 May 2025 19:57:46 GMT

Solar Lights

If you didn't already know this about me, but I love lighting! Give me all of the lights LOL. Ryan jokes that our house and cabin are an airport because of all the lighting everywhere. I mean it just totally makes for the most cozy and welcoming ambiance!

In the past couple of years I have gathered my fair share of solar lights and have found good homes for all of them and many different options to pick from. I am going to list the ones that we have and have loved below for you to take a look at!

Waterproof Disk Lights. We have had these disk lights around the fire pit area at The Lakeside Cottage. They work spectacular and we never have to remember about turning them on or off;)

Post Lights. I put these post lights on the top of the railing posts going down to the lake, how pretty is that?! They work so well!

These ones HERE are perfect for adding to docks, stair down to the lake or sidewalks so it isn't dark when walking at night.

I have loved these Arched Solar Lights for years now and I found them in stock at Walmart right now! Snag them while you can, they go very fast each year.

These are Solar String lights too! I have the solar panel sitting on top of the little office so it gets plenty of sunshine!

I don't have a photo of the magnetic solar lights that I have now on the side of these garden planters. They are linked below and right HERE. But they add such a fun touch of lighting to the garden at nighttime. They are magnetic so I'm sure you could add them to so many different things.

The Oaks - Girls Room

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:14:46 GMT

Girls Room

The last bedroom to be finished is the quaint Cinnamon and Sugar Girls room upstairs! This is the bedroom that is connected to the one bathroom that is upstairs and we named it Cinnamon Sugar because that's the name of the paint color from Magnolia.

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This little corner of the room might be my favorite part! This room is quite a different layout with all the angles, which I'm in love with, and it made it a fun challenge to figure out the layout and correct flow for in here.

I love the charm of this white solid wood dresser ! The details on the corners sold me. I changed out the hardware to these gold knobs as well to add some more charm.

Of course, this room wouldn't be complete without a frame tv just like all of the other rooms in this house!

Not to toot my own horn but I'm becoming quite the pro at making these frames by now since this is frame number 8 that I've made.

This little nook when you first walk in the door was a perfect spot for a reading/sitting corner. I fell in love with this Velvet Chair going along perfectly with the vibe and color of the room.

I am very impressed at the quality of the scalloped marble base lamp . How cute is it too?!

So, I actually had a different rug for in this room but after trying to style it I felt like it was just off. I wasn't feeling it for some reason. It had a pattern to it so I think that's what was throwing me, it was a bit busy... I went back to the drawing board and found this cream scalloped one and LOVE it!

Checkered Upholstered Ottoman . A key item for this room!

I linked all the bedding that I could below that is still available and in stock!

It feels so good to have this little corner of the upstairs finished! Now all that left to do is continue finishing the basement and finishing the final touches on the exterior!!

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End of Bed Benches

Headboard

Area Rug

Hydrangeas

Solid Wood Dresser

Gold Dresser Knobs

Chair Pillow (No longer available at Target)

Scalloped Wall Light (No longer available at Urban Outfitters)

Wooden Vase (Hobby Lobby, Check your local store)

Gold Hardware

Roman Shades

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 11 May 2025 19:55:28 GMT

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White Midi Dress. I snagged this dress for our last trip to Florida. I got many questions on it, it was on sale this week for a killer $18! I got a size small and it fit great. I would say it is true to size. Click HERE to look.

String Lights. I have had these string lights up over our patio for about 3 years now, through the entire year and all the Minnesota elements they have lasted extremely well! Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Pillow. This pillow was on last weeks round up too, but it is such a favorite it make the cut again! For $12 dollars are you kidding!! Click HERE to look.

Black Lantern. These black lanterns are a great look for less to a high end brand. They make for such a great statement piece by a front door or on a patio! Click HERE to look.

Solar Lights. It is that time of year for getting all the outside spaces put back together! We love these solar lights! We have them all over the place because well the solar powered just makes it too easy to not have these for paths etc. No more forgetting to turn the lights on or off. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:31:55 GMT

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Coffee Maker. No surprise this coffee maker is making it on the top 5 again this week. By now if it isnt on your wish list, you are truly missing out! Click HERE to look.

Leather Bible. My favorite Bible for the past couple of years. It is beautiful inside and out. I get asked about it every time I share my daily reading. Click HERE to look.

Peace Necklace . This necklace is apart of our new collection that just dropped over on the Proverbs31girl Store! Perfect for a graduation or mother's day gift! Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Pot. I hit the jackpot at the Walmart outdoor section earlier this week. Including 2 different sizes of this pot that is under $6!

Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Pillow. 2 of these cuties came home with me from my Walmart run. I couldn't love them more! Click HERE to look.

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:37:22 GMT

Mothers Day Gift guide

I gathered my top 15 favorite things and put them together for a Mother's Day Guide.

All things that I love, some new found loves and some I have used for years and years that are still apart of my daily life!

Leather Bible - Starting off strong, my daily Bible. I found this exact Bible about 2.5 years ago and I love it. The inside is so beautiful how it is all written out as well as how beautiful it is on the outside with the gorgeous leather.

Espresso Maker - If you are looking for a bigger ticket item, look no further! This is my favorite machine, we have one at each of our rentals and I even take it with us on vacation when we road trip, yes, I love it that much LOL!

Pottery Dish Set - This dish set is a hidden gem from Walmart, but it is a total look for less! We use it as our main dish set at home and I have it for all our rentals too.

Beach Bag - I found this beach bag this winter and I have brought it along on all of our trips this winter. It is many pockets, a zipper to close on the top and it is collapsable so you can easily stick it in your suitcase without taking up too much room!

Faux Florals - I am obsessed with these dusty plum faux stems. They are a little big of a splurge but trust me they are the most real looking faux stem you will ever find!

Leather Crossbody Bag - I think every girl should have a good crossbody bag and this leather crossbody fanny pack from Andar is my favorite! It comes in many different colors and the leather is unmatched.

Picture Frame - The cutest little picture frame that just needs a photo of the family and you have a special Mother's Day gift that she will absolutely love and will look pretty sitting out.

Clogs - If you are looking for an in-between shoe, this is it! The Rothys clog is so comfortable but stylish as the same time. I got these for myself for Christmas this last year and I couldn't love them more.

Wicker Vase - You can't ever have too many vases. This one is under $15 and looks super high end. Add some flowers inside and it's a perfect gift!

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Dime Beauty Products - It is no secret that I love Dime! For years now I have been purchasing their items, and I haven't stopped since. Now in my 40's I am more aware of a skincare routine. Dimes products are 10/10 in my book. Use code ALLISON for 20% off.

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Remote Control Candles - Battery operated candles, YES! Giving beautiful ambiance but not needing to go around lighting everything and worrying about blowing them out. I have these all over at my house.

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Tanning Drops - Midwest winters are harsh, and the lack of sun is the main bit of it. These face tanning drops help take that edge off a bit and work really well creating a natural sun kissed glow.

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Toggle Cross Necklace - The bestselling cross toggle necklace that is in the Proverbs31girl store! We can barely keep this beauty on the shelves. It is stocked up and ready to go for Mother's Day!

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Scalloped Planter - A new release at Target and a goodie for sure! This scalloped planter comes in 2 different sizes and are currently in stock! I ordered 1 of each size.

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Adel Eyeshadow - I have been an Adel fan for a couple of years now. They are Christan company with nontoxic products. Win win right there! Use code PRVBS31 for 20% off.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:33:19 GMT

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Levi Jeans. I get asked almost daily on where my jeans are from for my 5'9" self. I have this exact pair of jeans in 4 or 5 washes now because they fit like a glove, are high waisted and a great price for a quality pair of jeans I think! Click HERE to look.

Skim Board . My kids especially Tate and Beckett LOVE skimboarding at the beach. It keeps they busy for hours! We bought one while here on vacation because they use them all day long. Click HERE to look.

Apples of Gold Book . I am doing a study with a few ladies from our church, this is the study! I shared it and got a lot of curiosity about it.

This is the book and study! Click HERE to look.

Inflatable Pool Lounger . Hearth and Hand with Magnolia just came out with pretty pool floaty. While in Florida they had them at the pool and they made the pool relaxing even better! Click HERE to look.

Electric Fireplace. The basement at the Oaks is on the move. Which means I need to start ordering this for down there. I ordered this Electric Fireplace for the focal point in the living room! I am so excited to see that room come together with this beauty! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:42:28 GMT

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Lightweight Vest. The perfect lightweight spring vest. It comes in tons of different colors. I have been wearing it on repeat! Click HERE to look.

Pleated Curtains. The best black out pleated curtain I have found and have bought over and over again!! Click HERE to look.

Curtain Hooks . I love the extra detail these hooks give curtains when they are hanging from these hooks. I used them in all of the rooms at the oaks, and boy doesn't it elevate a room with just that little touch. Click HERE to look.

Rattan Scalloped Planter. How stinker adorable are these scalloped planters that came out this week on the new Hearth and Hand Magnolia line! They come in 2 different sizes. Click HERE to look.

Dinning Chairs. I found these chairs at Home Depot that come in a set of 2. I loved how comfy they are so they can be used as overflow seating in the living room if needed! They also ship fast and free! Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Dining Room

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:36:43 GMT

The Oaks - Dining Room

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The last space on the main level is DONE, REVEALED AND READY TO GO!!

I keep saying this for almost every room in the house but it is so crazy that we are at this point in the process! Coming up on 2 years since we started this project. It felt like it was never going to get to point and yet at the same time it is finally here!

I wasn't really sure the route I would go for dining chairs. I did actually purchase 2 whicker chairs for the ends of this table, but with the legs going across the bottom they just didn't fit. So I went back to square 1 and ended up coming across and going with these

Fabric Dining Chairs that come in a set of 2 for a really great price!

My hopes is that the soft cream/gray fabric will hold up well with this being a rental home!

I haven't added much to the walls at the Oaks. I have waited for the perfect spot and this corner in the dining room is that place!

The vintage bird portraits come in a pack of 4!

Over a year ago I had gone to Ikea, I saw this table in person and immediately thought of this exact spot. I loved the coloring (little did a know it would be almost the exact same as the flooring). 2 large pieces on the top and square leg end caps. I couldn't be more happy with this find!! It's solid oak and I think it will stand the test of time.

I get asked probably once a day what curtains I use. I have used these exact Pinched Pleated Blackout Curtains in the entire Oaks as well as Lakeside. I love the pleated look at draws in a little more of a vintage traditional vibe.

I went with the Gold Curtain Rod to add a pop of gold and shine to the main level.

We don't have an entry closet, so I made a little spot for coats to hang out of wooden pegs. It worked out great!

You have probably noticed I have this rug in a few different places. It is a durable rug with a pattern but not too color drenched, which I really like by the front door!

We can't wait to host you around the table :)

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Dining Table

Dining Chairs

Chandelier (discontinued from Pottery Barn)

Flooring (discontinued from Urban floors)

Table Vases (from Hobby Lobby in store)

Stems

Entry Rug

Vintage Bird Prints

Curtains

Gold Rod

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:52:14 GMT

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Ruffle Swivel Chair . I have 2 of these at the Oaks in the great room. The beautiful chocolate brown color with the ruffle bottom detail is my favorite! The chair also comes in a cream color. Make sure to check they still might be $100 off like they were this week! Click HERE to look.

Vanity. We are finishing the basement at the Oaks currently, this dark wood vanity will be in the bathroom down there. I can't wait to see this stunning vanity tie in the whole bathroom look. Click HERE to look.

Coffee Table. I took a poll this week to decide between 2 different coffee tables. This one took the cake on the poll as well as my vote! Very traditional vibe with storage and a major look for less. Click HERE to look.

Plastic Glass Set. I share next on #1 slide about this line I recently punched that I'm so excited about! Click HERE to look.

Dish Set. I fell in love with a set just like this on a website for a crazy price that I wasn't willing to pay. Then I saw this identical line come out at Walmart. I couldn't believe my eyes. I snagged a set so fast! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:09:17 GMT

Favorite links of the week

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Sour Candy Challenge. It you are looking for a funny and sour game. Look no further. This reminded us of the Beanboozled challenge. Sold right on Amazon. Click HERE to look.

Rust Stain Remover. If you need a magic rust remover for your shower, bathtub etc this stuff is MAGIC!! Trust me on this one. Thank me later;) Click HERE to look.

Sandal . I got these from Target this a couple of weeks ago and I LOVE THEM. They are comfy and stylish. A great find for the spring and summer this year. Click HERE to look.

Ruffle Shower Curtain. I fell in love with this shower curtain for a bathroom at. one of our rentals because it came in a TALL length, which we needed for a certain reason. Check out my recent blog post to see the reveal and more details on that! Click HERE to look.

Nail Kit. I have shared this a few time by now and we still use it weekly between, Kynlee, Ruby or I. We highly recommend this Olive and June Nail Kit. They are so many great nail polish colors to pick from on their website! Use code MANI30. Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Great Room

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:02:56 GMT

The Oaks - Great Room

This room Is a total dream in my books.

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This is the Barton Sofa, the same one we have at Lakeside. It is so comfy, wears amazing and also completely comes apart for easy moving especially up and down stairs.

I wanted a vintage vibe in here but didn't want to break the bank with a Rug , so I found this one that looked perfect online. Turns out it is so softest rug EVER!!! I AM SO IMPRESSED with this rug. Everyone who walks on it comments how soft it is yet it looks vintage. Plus the price is right, I got an 8'6" by 11'6" and it was under $400!

These chairs are Target. and sold our right away, I was patient and when they came back in stock I bought them so fast! Love the chocolate and love the ruffle, swivel and rock!

I used the Plank and Pillow Mantle tutorial for 3 fireplaces now. It is so easy and quick. I just didn't add the last layer since we don't have room in this room and kept the crown molding off to keep it a little bit more modern. You can comment on her reel for the plans!

I added the chair rail on the mantle. Then I caulked everything getting ready for the paint!

Ryan huge the TV for me and then I hung this amazing picture light that I am in love with. The size is perfect for a large wall such as this one.

You guys!! When I tell you this is the probably the best dupe or lookalike I have found to date I mean it. This coffee table looks exactly like a Pottery Barn or a Restoration Hardware one. It has drawers on each side, it comes with the knobs already attached and fully assembled! I will say the quality of the drawers matches the price tag, but that didn't bother me one bit. The look is amazing and it is functional.

I love how this room feels bright and airy, yet also a little moody and traditional. The picture rail with the dark colors and lots of texture made it a perfect place to cozy up by the fire and enjoy a lake view.

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Coffee Table Books

Vintage Throw Pillow

Flameless Candles

Scalloped Tray

Pillows On Chairs

Vase

Stems in Vase

The Oaks - Upstairs Bathroom

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:40:18 GMT

Upstair Bathroom

The last bathroom to get finished is this bright traditional bathroom upstairs! It is connected to one of the bedrooms as well as the hallway upstairs. So it will serve as the upstairs bathroom to both rooms here at the Oaks!

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This room came together here and there over the past few months. We started it last fall. So It has been waiting patiently for the reveal.

I knew under the windows was a perfect spot for a big soaker tub. And I think that thought is proven to be true! Makes me want to crawl right in on this snowy spring day LOL!

Isn't this vintage inspired shower and bath combo so fun?! With the oval rod going the entire way around the tub plus the very exposed faucet system !

I was on the hunt for an extra long shower curtain since our oval rod is so high the curtain needed to be higher too. I snagged this beige ruffle curtain and boy oh boy is it cute with the added frill!

I went back and forth brainstorming on what this little cut out nook should turn into. I landed on a small vanity!

An acrylic vanity to not take up too much of the airy feel, a comfy cozy stool, a couple mirrors and a cutie lamp and she's the perfect little spot to do your makeup or nightly routine.

I found this tile and fell in love with it very early on in our building process! Pulling in a subtle pattern with a warm and cool mixture.

Tate, Kynlee and I tiled it together as a little family project one afternoon and it was smooth sailing!

From the very moment I laid eyes on this vanity, I couldn't help but be obsessed!!

The character, the charm, the wood details, the marble top.

I was just meant to be in this bathroom and the price tag on this beauty is even better! Shopping for bathroom vanities can be so expensive and defeating. But this one is a diamond in the rough in my opinion!

It even came with the perfect knobs! I just had to purchase the faucet.

New Paragraph

Towel hooks are linked below. They are an Etsy find!

I have created a highlight bubble called "New Build" on my instagram of past stories on the entire process from start to the current phase of the Oaks! So if you want to see the process a little more in video form, don't forget to go check that out!

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Vanity

Tile

Curtain Rod

Free Standing Tub

Acrylic Desk

Hooks

Gold shower faucet

Shower Curtain

Bubble Gold Mirror

Soap Dispenser

Small gold Mirror

Checkered Ottoman

Toilet Paper Stand

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:54:17 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

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Tineco. Thee absolutely best cleaning and mopping machine I have ever used! We have one at each of our rentals as well as our house. It is such a satisfying experience!! You won't regret it. Click HERE to look.

Faux Tree. These are the best faux tree for your dollar that I have ever come across. Plus it comes with a really pretty pot attached to the bottom! They are so tall and look so good outside for spring and summer. Click HERE to look.

Luxurious Pillows . If you are looking for hotel quality pillows, look no further. These pillow are beyond comfortable! Again we have them at all of our rental properties and have gotten such great compliments on them. Click HERE to look.

Floral Stems . These beauties are a little bit more of a splurge but they truly are the most beautiful faux stems I have ever purchased. I LOVE THEM. Click HERE to look.

Lolol Area Rug. Trust me when I say this is the softest rug you will ever walk on. I couldn't believe it the first time I stepped foot on it. For the price of how vintage dreamy and soft the rug is. The price is totally right in my books! Click HERE to look.

Ruby's Room Refresh

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:03:39 GMT

Ruby's Room Refresh

Ruby has been asking for a "bigger girl" room for the last year and she's been sooo patient!

We decided that we weren't going to take the playhouse in her room down quite yet (the storage in there is still very nice to hide all the toys), but the baby pink and little look is getting a makeover, which is sad for this mama's heart cause my baby isn't such a little baby anymore, but she is READY for a bigger girl room!

The Before of Ruby's Room

This is the mood board Ruby and I put together for the inspiration and the vibe that was the vision!

After

Ta-Da!! Just like that, a bigger girl room...

It always gets worse before it gets better. Taking down all the old and going through a lot of junk. But that always feels good to go through.

Ruby loves design so she wanted to be all hands-on deck and do this project together, which made this mama's heart so excited to do a project together!

One of the biggest requests of Ruby was to have desk in her room. She wanted to have a spot to do her school work, color, craft etc.

I found this wood and cane desk from Target . It's the perfect size with one draw for all the goodies.

The adorable, Scalloped Wicker Lamp is from Target as well as the Slipcover Chair . Adding touches of charm and detail!

We got to the wallpaper part of the project and I ended up going with the pre-pasted wallpaper adhesive. I like using the traditional wallpaper so much better because you can shift it and line it up way easier. I also knew having an exterior wall without much insulation, peel and stick can start to fall down. The pasted wallpaper should last as long as I want it to until I decide to pull it down.

The wallpaper she chose is called "Northern Expedition" in the color stone from Urban Walls . Use code ALLISON15OFF for a discount.

It has a mix of wildlife and florals all throughout the pattern, as you can see a close up in the photo above and gives the whole room a touch of whimsy.

Wallpapering is not for the faint of heart, but the girls and I ended up getting in done in under 3 hours, which is a huge score. We got into the groove and away we went!

The trim and the house color is called "Brown Topaz" By Zinser. It matches almost seamlessly with her Beddys Bedding!

By now you all know that we are a Beddy's loving family. We have them at our Cabin, Lakeside Cottage and our house. They are so slick for littles to make their bed just by zipping it up. Ruby picked out these adorable brown with cream stitching set. It is called Spencer.

Use code ALLIE for a 20% discount.

It is the perfect mix of whimsical and moody all while keeping it still girly!

We both are so in love with this wallpaper. I am already trying to think of another spot I could put it, that's how much I am loving it.

Ruby too!

Watch Ruby enjoying and loving her new bigger girl room, click the button below!

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Slipcover Chair

Traditional Writing Desk

Cream Scalloped Pillow

Round Floral Pillow

Wall Sconce

'In His Presence" Canvas Banner

Chocolate Curtains

Rattan Ceiling Light

Scalloped Table Lamp

Gold Vintage Mirror

Faux Green Plant

Gold Sconce

Area Rug (TJ max find)

Beddys

Wallpaper

The Oaks - Kitchen

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:20:17 GMT

The Oaks - Kitchen

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My vision for this kitchen has come to life 2 years later and oh my goodness it was all worth it! All the HARD HARD work getting to this point in the process of building a house from the ground up. It is paying off!

Raise your hand if you are here for the moody vibe?! I sure am!!

We really couldn't recommend Cabinet Joint enough! They make such beautiful custom cabinets. We ended up going with a mixture of painted and White Oak Cabinets for the kitchen here at the Oaks.

The best part about Cabinet Joint is that you save 20-40% off showroom or big box store prices if you are willing to put them together. You also get to work with your own cabinet coach to design it however you want and get their expertise. They give you step by step videos if you are willing to put them together, which was beyond helpful and made the process so doable for us.

We ordered Beaded inset cabinets with the 'Madison' door and drawer front style.

The painted cabinets are made with paint-grade Hard Maple. The wood cabinets (towers on each side of the sink and framing the fridge) are made with Rift Cut White Oak. All cabinets were ordered unfinished and we opted to paint and stain them ourselves! I have the stain and paint color details shared below!

I took a shot and chose this Rubio Monocoat Stain for the white oak in the color Savannah. It's spendy but the color ended up being PERFECT!! Rubio stain is worth the investment because not only does it stain your cabinets, it also has a built in top coat that protects them. So no need to add anything on top.

We did an appliance garage underneath the glass shelving and I am so happy that we did!

We put an outlet in here which is such a game changer, the appliances never have to leave this spot and are covered up so you wouldn't even know they are there!

I love styling open shelves, it is such a fun/challenging task for a creative to come up with the perfect pleasing layout.

I have these beautiful Stone Dishware set at our home in the darker color. I chose to go with the lighter color for this kitchen and I'm very happy with that decision.

When it came to the hood, I wanted the range hood to be timeless and classic. So, I just used left over trim we had used to trim out and pull in the chair molding on the walls throughout the main floor.

Okay, let's talk countertops now!!

I am absolutely swooning over the rounded backsplash/countertops!

I had seen some inspiration regarding something very similar before we had finalized our choice. I tossed and turned on the idea and eventually decided to go with this instead of a typical backsplash. I think it speaks for itself ;)

The countertops are called Black Mist Granite. I knew going into picking countertops that I would be going dark.

The black mist was and is perfect for what I had envisioned for this kitchen, absolutely gorgeous with the veining.

Fluted Sink . I am so in love with this sink. It was a splurge item but I knew it would be a statement piece as a focal point.

The cabinet color on the bottom cabinets it called "Wooden Acres" by Magnolia. The perfect muddy green. It actually is the same color as the powder bathroom walls.

We decided to purchase more of a heavy-duty paint sprayer to paint the cabinets. We got this one. It is expensive but it is something we will use ALOT, so it is so worth it for us to invest in!

I love these floral stems for the kitchen here at the oaks island and they are truly some of the most beautiful faux florals I have ever seen. A forever floral which makes it worth the cost.

These stools were one of the first things I bought for this kitchen probably close to a year ago LOL. I was worried I wouldn't still love them, well I was wrong. They are one of my favorite touches of the entire kitchen!

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Apron Fluted Sink

Bar Stools

Gold Faucet

Above Sink Light

Polished Brass Hardware

All affordable small appliances

Knife Set

Utensil Set

Cafe Appliance Refrigerator

Cafe Appliance Stove

Gold Outlet cover

Kitchen Soap

The floors are from Urban Floor. This color is no longer available, but "Zumba" is very similar.

Transformation Reel - Click the button below!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:32:39 GMT

Favorite links of the week

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Baseball Long Sleeve Tee . I got many of you guys asking for the link to this long sleeve when I wore it this week, guess what! It is $10! They come in tons of different color combinations too! Click HERE to look.

Gold Ladder . Have you ever seen such a pretty ladder?! I got this pretty thing probably a year ago now and I keep it in the house for when I need a step stool and it isn't an eye sore to be hanging in a closet! Click HERE to look.

Knife Set . I ordered this knife set for at the Oaks, it is pretty sitting out and great quality. I ordered one for us to have at our house too because I liked it so much. Click HERE to look.

Olive and June Nail Kit. This nail kit has been a huge huge hit in our house. Kynlee, Ruby and I have been enjoying doing nails and have been very impressed with this kit. Use code MANI30 for 30% off. Click HERE to look.

Here are some of our favorite colors too!

Black Cabinet. I got this adorable scalloped cabinet to use for a coffee part area. It's a great size if you need a little extra storage but nothing too crazy In sizing. Click HERE to look.

Recipe Book

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:28:15 GMT

Recipe Book

Did you know that last year I created a Recipe Book?!

My family and I tested, tried and picked out our all time favorite recipes that have been in our family for years and years on repeat as well as some new found favorites.

Inspiration

"Taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the one who takes refuge in him" Psalms 34:8

We selected and ended up putting the top 30 recipes in this recipe book.

Falling into 4 different categories all curated perfectly into their specific section.

 Each persons favorite

Ryan's favorite dish in the book - BBQ Beef

My favorite dish in the book - Cauliflower Dish & Dorito Salad (I couldn't pick just one;)

Tate's favorite dish in the book - Spicy Shrimp Bowl

Kynlee's favorite dish in the book - Wild Rice Soup

Beckett's favorite dish in the book - Cheeseburger Soup

Ruby's favorite dish in the book - Grandma Sue's Famous Pancakes

Inspiration

"Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together." - Guy Fieri

It comes in a digital download and a physical book form!

I hope you and your family love these recipes as much as ours does!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:32:32 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Adirondack Chairs. These are a total look alike to the ones that we have on many of our properties, they are on major flash sale!! With many colors to pick from. We love love ours. Click HERE to look.

Water Chain . Florida inspired me so much with the beautiful homes! Including all of the water chains on many of the homes. I ordered 2 for at the oaks and I'm so excited to add this fun touch of character to it! Click HERE to look.

Gingham Pillow. This adorable outdoor pillow was on sale this week at Target for $12!! I snagged a couple of them for our patio!

Click HERE to look.

Sandals. I shared these on vacation. Both Kynlee and I got a pair for the trip. Super affordable and comfy + stylish! Win win!

Click HERE to look.

Beach Bag. This beach bag is so handy because it is soft fabric and collapsible which is PERFECT for traveling and not having to add a large bag to your suitcase! It also has lots of pockets on the outside and a zipper pocket on the inside! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:41 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Men's Cologne . These are Ryan's favorite cologne scents. He goes back and forth using them, they smell incredible! Click HERE to look.

Brown Rug. I have this rug in our great room as well in the mater bedroom in one of our rentals. It is one of my all time favorite rugs! On sale right now too, total score! Click HERE to look.

Self Tanning Drops. These are my favorite tanning drops. I use them before every vacation. I started out using the amount of directions on the back, but now I tend to use a few extra for a darker look! Click HERE to look.

Bow Necklace. A fan favorite still in stock in my storefront, take a look! Click HERE to look.

Espresso Machine. My favorite machine of all time LOL! We are on vacation right now and you best believe I brought this with me! Such a great investment that we use multiple times a day! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 15:36:21 GMT

Weekly Favorites

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Pleated Curtains . I have fallen in love with these curtains and have them at all of our rental properties as well as our home, Black out and on trend. IN LOVE! Click HERE to look.

Textured Tank. A look for less this tank top is and wow is it not only comfy but its super cute too! Click HERE to look.

Small Lamp . Well, isn't this the cutest little lamp that you've ever seen?! A total Target score for only $10!! I got one of these the kitchen at Lakeside. Click HERE to look.

Gift Necklace , when we first launched this necklace a few weeks ago, it sold out right away. We rushed to get another order in, and it came in this week!! It is still in stock as of today! Click HERE to look,.

Packing Cubes. A life saver these are for packing! Everything is organized with a home and packed down tight. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:54:25 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Fire Pit . Indoor or Outdoor fire pit. Perfect for making family memories by roasting marshmallows! It also gives off great heat if you are using it outside. Click HERE to look,

"He's Hunting" Sweatshirt. A follower sent me the link to this sweatshirt, and well of course I bought it immediately! This sweatshirt describes our life perfectly LOL. Click HERE to look.

Graco Ultra QuickShot Sprayer. We have had our fair share of paint sprayers over the years and we have loved and still use more of them. But with painting an entire kitchen we wanted a quality sprayer for that. Ryan and I both were insanely impressed with this one! Click HERE to look.

Bridge Faucet. This Bridge Faucet is gorgeous and a super great price for the look of this one. I was looking at ones much more expensive that this one so when I came across this one, it sold me right away! Click HERE to look.

Fluted Sink. Well this might be the prettiest sink I've ever seen, yes yes it is! This beauty is going in at the Oaks Kitchen. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 14:29:19 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

2-piece suit . I love this mom suit! Cute bow details but also having great top and bottom coverage. Click HERE to look.

Flowy Pant . I got gifted a pair of these pants for Christmas and yes, yes I've bought them in almost every color since because wow I LIVE IN THEM!! They come in longs which is game changer for my 5"10 height! Click HERE to look.

St. Tropez Self Tanner. This is my all-time favorite self-tanner for the long winter months or before a vacation! Click HERE t o look.

Valentines Necklace . We released our Proverbs31girl Valentines Collection on the Jewelry Store this past week. We sold out of a couple things but a few things are still left in stock and will arrive to you by Valentines Day if ordered now! Click HERE to look.

Sunnies. I get asked all the time for my favorite sunglasses. These are definitely a favorite of mine found online at Target! Click HERE to look.

Valentines Finds

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:28:39 GMT

Valentines Finds

I put together a small round up of a few of my favorites for Valentines Day for girls/women!

Heart Charm Necklace . This heart necklace is apart of the Proverbs31girl Valentines day Collection! A must check out!

Kitch Silk Pillow Case. Kynlee, Ruby and I all use these Kitch Pillow cases and truly love them! They help so much with keeping your face clean from oils while sleeping and helps with not as much hair tangling for wild sleepers;)

Dime Body Butter . The most nourishing smoothing butter cream you will ever put on your body! I gave this as many different gifts during Christmas because it is something everyone loves! Use code ALLISON

Skin Care Headband. These are so helpful when doing nightly skincare to have your hair out of the way. Plus, it comes with these wrist band clothes that prevent the water from dripping down your arms, genius!

Brumates Water Bottles . Brumates has the prettiest water bottle colors! As well as many different types of bottles. I love the tumbler for myself, and I got our younger kiddos the smaller kid cup for this year's Valentine's day!!

Cloud Socks . You can never go wrong with gifting a cozy new pair of fuzzy socks to someone you love!

Ember Mug . This mug has been a favorite of mine for years now. The way you can easily warm your coffee up right from this mug is just amazing!

Dime Perfume. "Felt Cute" perfume from Dime is a best seller, truly a fan favorite! Use code ALLISON

A'del Glow Stick. We all know my love for A'del makeup. Not only is their makeup amazing but the A'del team is such an amazing crew as well. I LOVE their glow stick. It comes in 2 different shades for you to find the perfect glow for you. Use code PRVBS31

Eye Mask. Another self care item, an eye mask! They can come in handy on an airplane, on vacation or if you simply have a bright room!

Sol De Janeiro Set . Kynlee loves this pack of goodies. So do many of my nieces. They smell delicious and work wonders so I've heard! This is the mini set which is perfect to split up and gift each of the items or gift all as one!

Andar Wallet. The Denner Wallet from Andar is unmatched. I have used this exact wallet for close to 4 years now and I don't plan on changing it anytime soon. Great quality and many colors to pick from!

Pink Pedestal Dish. Perfect dish for Valentines Brunch or serving treats. Or can be used in a girl's room as a jewelry dish. Very versatile item for a great price!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 21:21:12 GMT

Weekly favorites

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Bedframe. Metal Spidle Bedframe from a bedroom at The Oaks that was revealed this week. Check out more photos on my blog. Click HERE to look.

Bubble Spidle Desk . How stinken is this little desk! It is a Walmart find. Perfect for the little corner you need a desk but nothing too oversized. Click HERE to look.

Candle Stick Lights. It may seem silly to be ordering Christmas stuff right after Christmas but it's actually a great time to purchase things because it's all on sale! I got these and I am so excited to add them to my tree next year! Click HERE to look.

Levi Jeans. One of the most asked questions I get is about my jeans. I get them from many different places, but I recently discovered these Levi ones and my goodness I love! They come in talls and a couple different washes. I got them in 2 different washes that's how much I love them! Click HERE to look.

Animal Wall Decor . How fun are these?! They come in a pack of 5. They added the perfect touch to the wilderness bedroom at the Oaks. Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Woodland Room

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:14:38 GMT

The Oaks - Woodland Room

Here is the mood board I put together months ago for the vision of this room I wanted to go off of!

Before

After

Here is bedroom #2 at the Oaks! My goal for this room was to be a little bit more playful all while still having 2 queen beds for adults to stay in as well! Anytime we stay at an Airbnb as a family the kids are always so excited when there is a fun themed room. So I wanted to create a little touch of that in the wilderness room!

Before

After

Before

After

How fun are these wall animal heads ?! They were just the right touch that added some playful accents scattered throughout the room.

I had a tricky time finding the right chair for this corner. That happens sometimes while designing and styling, but I ended up finding this cute one that I liked the tones and style of the chair!

I've really been channeling into the darker tones here at The Oaks! Going more tractional and trending with the moody darker tones. Which is has not disappointed me in the slightest!

We ended up going with these Spindle Bed Frames . They were on budget, and I loved the dark bubble texture in the spindles!

Oh and Hello little rabbit!! ;)

I fell in love with these Steel Wall Scones ! But they were missing something for me in this room. I added a shade to each of them and ta da! LOVE!!

Also a fun little Window DIY I shared in this room. Video HERE!!

Sources

Video Tour HERE!

The Oaks - Master Bedroom

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:47:12 GMT

The Oaks Master Bedroom.

Before

After

I know I say this all of the time but this primary bedroom might just be my favorite design look so far at The Oaks. Who am I kidding I love them all but this one just has that special something that draws me right in! It's moody but bright, vintage but cozy, new but feels old!

Before

After

Before

After

I was highly impressed with this dresser ! It is solid wood, so heavy and sturdy. The drawers open and close very nicely. It comes in a couple different finishes, I got this stained black look!

I also splurged a bit and got a Frame Tv for in here. I got it when it was on sale for Black Friday. I of course had to make a frame for it, I am getting pretty good at making these from all these TV's at the rentals LOL!

Incase you missed it, I did put together a REEL on how to DIY a frame! I will link that video HERE !

How gorgeous is this wooden scalloped mirror? My jaw dropped when I came across this at Homegoods one day with Kynlee! Sadly I can link since it was a Homegoods find but wanted to address how beautiful it is and linked a similar one for you!

This Brown Rug has become one of my favorites ever. With the subtle pattern but still tone on tone, I knew that would be a perfect fit for in this Master!

The bed frame I fell in love with while I was looking/shopping for inspo on what I had envisioned for this room.

This is the view from the hallway looking into the master. I wanted a small spot for a desk for guests if they happen to be working while they visit etc! Plus it's a pretty to see this while looking down the hall instead of a blank wall.

All the links are HERE!

*if it is not linked, it is no longer available

Video tour, watch HERE!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 16:32:50 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

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Electric Scooter. Our younger 2 got these for Christmas as we have 2 electric Bikes for the older kids or adults. We use them over at the Lake during the summer so the littles were so excited to be apart of the club now! Click HERE to look.

Silicone Bread Pans . I love love love these pans! No more sticking to the tin or hard to get out. I use these for my sour dough, and they pop right out! So amazing to have as a kitchen essential! Click HERE to look.

Nail set . Kynlee got this as one of her main Christmas gifts and boy oh boy does she love it! If it a gift that keeps on giving ;) Click HERE to look.

The Action Bible. We have had this Bible in the family for a while and is such a good one for kiddos! Click HERE to look.

Leather Study Bible . This is the Bible that I have shared many many times that I love and use daily. Any time I show the inside of it I get asked where it is from because it is so beautiful on the inside! It is on major sale right now as well!! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:03:34 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Black 6 Drawer Dresser. This is apart of a room at the Oaks that I will be revealing next! I am so happy with this dresser as it is solid wood and great quality! Click HERE to look.

Popcorn Machine. We have had this for a year or so now and absolutely love it for family movie nights or when the kids have friends over! Such a fun way to add to a movie night to made it extra special! Click HERE to look.

Coloring Sheets. I shared these Jumbo coloring sheets last week and we used them this week at Ryan's big family Christmas. They are always such a hit and fun for everyone! Click HERE to look.

Bow Sweater . Tis the season of cozy sweaters and I love this one I got from Amazon. It comes in alot of pretty colors! Click HERE to look.

Hues and Cues. This game came very recommended, and boy did the kids love it! It is also a great game because so many people can play all at once! Click HERE to look.

WE'VE BEEN DREAMING OF THIS FOR THE CABIN ON DUNNS

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 19:33:49 GMT

We have been dreaming of this day for years...

We've been dreaming of having a hot tub at our little cabin forever, and this summer it finally came true! It's the perfect addition to my happy place and I'm so happy with the way it turned out. We knew we didn't want to take away any of our deck space, so we built her a deck of her own and make it look like it always belonged right here!

We got word that the hot tub was going to be delivered in a week and that a team from Master Spas was going to be flying in the following week to shoot it! Ryan had to trench power to this spot, Build a platform, and I had to make it look beautiful and photoshoot ready like it's been here the whole time. So we hit the ground RUNNING!! Thankfully we work well under pressure!!

Ryan got the power trenched, and platform built. Then I came and stained the platform and we got the dirt leveled out in time for the hot tub to be delivered.

We love that all Master Spas are made in the USA! The delivery was so slick, they could back right up to the pad and got it just the way we wanted it!

So they we had a week to landscape! Thankfully I had bought some shrubs for the Oaks before the end of the season so I was able to use them here! As well as mulch and rocks.

I had just enough flagstone to make a cute little entrance! And we seeded and put straw on the area Ryan had to trench the wire, we weren't sure how good it would look in a week. But boy oh boy we were surprised at how well it came up!

After the landscaping was done it was time to fill the hot tub with water. And boy did we feel the pressure to make sure that water was crystal clear and photoshoot ready! Ryan took that job very seriously!

The photoshoot went great and we could'nt be happier with out new Master Spas hot tub! And we are so excited that you guys are able to experience the magic too by booking a stay here at The Cabin on Dunns!

To find out more information on the check out Lundeenlakerentals.com

I found these awesome rock speakers online! We love to have tunes on when we are relaxing in the hot tub or all hanging outside. These have worked great and just what we were looking for!

Find all of the links here for our patio!

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WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:45:31 GMT

WEEKLY FAVORITES

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Lego Ornament . These were a huge hit in our house this week for a family craft! A fun way to have it be festive and creative. A great price as well. Click HERE to look.

Winter Wonderland Coloring Paper. We have done these coloring rolls for extended family Christmas for a couple of years now everyone of all ages enjoy sitting down and coloring a little here and there or for house! Click HERE to look.

Brown Rug. It is safe to say that this rug is one of my all time favorites! I have it in a couple different spots now including the Oaks! It's a great tone on tone rug with a subtle pattern. Click HERE to look.

Bluetooth Speaker. These speakers have been a huge hit at both of our rentals so far! They deliver amazing sound and are so easy to use and connect from your phone with Bluetooth. This size was 40% off this week. Click HERE to look.

Battery Candle . These are game changer for outside in my lanterns. SO easy to turn on and off with the remote. A great price for the product as well. Click HERE to look.

The Oaks - Master Bathroom Reveal

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 14:21:50 GMT

The Oaks - Master Bathroom Reveal

Before

After

Let me be real with you for a minute... I was getting a little discouraged after not seeing much progress for so long here at the Oaks. So one day I decided to do something about it. I pulled in some helpers and it was time to knock out the master bathroom!

This bathroom formed into a look of her own and I couldn't be more in love! Creating these spaces it is so fun to try new things that I haven't tried before, only to find out how you can love it more than you imagined!

The color of this room is called Cromwell Gray by Benjamin Moore. But it really turns into a chameleon color depending on the time of day and which wall of the room you are looking at! And we did color drench the room, meaning coloring the ceiling and trim too. I've very happy with that decision.

Last minute I decided to add box molding to the room. The whole process of that took just over an hour and was less than $100 worth of trim total! It really added the right amount of extra I was searching for without going overboard.

I rallied Tate to help me tile this shower! He was a great helper, He would butter the back of each tile with mortar so we get maximum adhesion, while I would cut the tile and place it.

I decided to go with more of a statement for this shower tile and chose the Polished Fluted Ceramic Tile in Black. I went in with a dark charcoal/black grout too so it would blend nicely while still going with the dark statement vibe.

This is the only double vanity we have in this entire house so I wanted it to be one I was sold on. And I am very glad we went with it. For a good amount of storage and counter space! The color us gorgeous as well!

We decided to go with this North and Finch wallpaper. I am in love with it. It added so much charm! It's called Vintage Meadow. Traditional pasted wallpaper is so much easier to hang than peel and stick because you can shift it!

And this adorable vintage looking flower art print fit oh so perfectly right in the middle of both mirrors!

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Watch a reel on the entire process of this room coming to life!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:14:11 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

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Battery Powered Snow Blower. Ryan recently got this hand help snow blower and boy was he excited to use it!! It's great for a light snow but also says it can blow up to 6 inches which is amazing. We will be using this for our patio and deck all winter long! Click HERE to look.

Wooden Bench . The shower at The Oaks does not have a place to sit our put your leg when shaving so I got this wooden bench and love the warmth and tone it has. Click HERE to look.

Recipe Book. My recipe book restocked this week and we upgraded a little bit too! Snag it while its back in stock, it sold out so quickly last drop. Perfect to have in time for the holidays for a new recipe or to gift! Click HERE to look.

Ninja Creami. This is a fun new appliance in our home! We have been making different ice cream recipes with it and the kids have loved it so much. So many different cool feature ! Click HERE to look.

Leather Study Bible. This has been my Bible for a couple of years now and it really is my favorite! Not only is it beautiful on the outside with the brown leather but also so beautiful done on the inside. It's on really great sale this week! Click HERE to look.

Christmas Advent Calendar

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:56:38 GMT

Advent Calendar

One tradition that our family started doing when the kids were little were fun activities each day leading up to Christmas starting December 1st.

I write 25 cards with different ideas on them, and I like to make them range from all sorts of things such as winter inspired ideas, to service projects, to family time together. It has truly become the kids very favorite thing to do each year!!

They take turns reading the card in the morning to see what the activity is, and it helps me to be intentional to do fun things with the family that they will remember forever, such as family sledding/skating days, game nights, and special movie nights.

It's easy to let the season go by and be so busy to not truly enjoy it with the family. And I never want this to be one more thing to weigh me down during the season, so I try to make them things that we will probably already do at some point, but it gets the kids excited and expectant to see what the day holds!!

 Advent Calendars Available

Here is an example of ideas of some of the things that we've done in the past. Feel free to use them or to create your own if you decide to try this idea! This year I'm using some of these ideas but also adding a few new things!

Print out the list above!

This year I created our own prompts and then I cut it out and put into the specific day!

I have this calendar below for you guys if you want to print it out and fill in according to your family!

Watch this fun reel I put together on the process of Christmas Advent Calendar!

The Cabin on Dunns - Christmas

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 17:05:14 GMT

Christmas has come to the cabin on Dunns. I wasn't going to go overboard but once I got going it was so fun to see it decked out. This is the first year that our cabin is insulated and ready to use year round, and that we will be able to enjoy being snuggled in during snowstorms and enjoy the new gas fireplace and hot tub! And this is the first year YOU can enjoy it too! If you want to plan a little girls weekend, or mother daughter getaway, or even a romantic night with your hubby, it's the perfect spot to snuggle in.

I knew a christmas tree would be tight in the cabin, so I decided to add it to the porch where you could also enjoy it as soon as you walked in, and from the couch snuggling watching a movie. I loved the idea of a Charlie Brown type tree in here and found this pre-lit one that was just perfect! Find the tree with all of the ornaments I used to decorate it below.

I have found that the best way to decorate is to invest in beautiful greenery. I have found some of the most realistic faux greens that make it beautiful year after year. I added my favorite greenery below. I love the pine garland for over windows, doors and light fixtures. The cedar is beautiful on mantels, and the sprigs are perfect sprinkled everywhere!

This is just one sprig of cedar with a pretty brown bow tied around it. It makes a lamp festive!

I used one 5' garland of pine along with a garland of bells from hobby lobby to dress up the chandelier. Also, a great trick to add christmas anywhere is to take a serving dish and add in whatever ornaments you have left along with some faux sprigs. I actually used one cedar sprig from above and ripped each piece off the main stem and added it to the bowl on the table. It cost me $6 and things I had to make a beautiful centerpiece! I also loved this doorknob bell set to bring festivity to any door and also let you know when someone is entering:)

The Kitchen and Living room here at The Cabin on Dunns is so airy and bright which I love!

A garland above the sink window with a few pine/cedar sprigs here and there along with a couple decor pieces and this kitchen is set for Christmas!

Most of the furniture sources here at the cabin have stayed the same for a long time. But at the end of this blog post I will link what I can and what's still available!

I snagged these beautiful Hearth and Hand Scalloped dishes. They come in this color as well as a dark green. So Beautiful!

This living space has gotten a mini facelift before we made it live on LundeenLakeRentals this winter.

A different rug, chairs and light fixture. The couch is years old from Ikea that we can't part with as its a fold out and we use it when our entire family sleeps here!

It honestly it amazing how much a single garland can make a space so festive! We didn't have space for the tree in the living room so a garland and a few decor items was the ticket!

We have this Bluetooth speaker at all of our rentals so far and boy is it a hit! The men and teen sons tend to love this! It has quite an amazing sound capability! A great investment piece for a home. Plus I love the vintage vibe it has. It also comes in black and gold like we have at Lakeside Cottage.

I love this view! Ryan and I stayed here on our anniversary and we watched a Christmas movie on the TV (right of the fireplace) then on the left of the fireplace you could see the twinkle of the Christmas tree while sitting on the couch1 So magical, this place still holds its title as my favorite place!!

Pretty Scalloped Pillow!

Cabin Non Christmas Sources

Barrel Chairs

Kitchen Chairs

Kitchen Table - a old workbench from a family member

Living Room Area Rug

Espresso Machine

Couch - old from Ikea

Kitchen Hanging Light

Video tour of the Cabin can be found below! It's magical!!

CHRISTMAS IN OUR HOME

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 15:59:44 GMT

Christmas in our Home

Christmas at the Lundeen's!

The Dining Room

Dining Room Christmas Sources

Ornament Garland

" Merry Christmas" Garland

Countryside Green Frame

Faux Pine Garland

Brass Ball Candle Stick

White Ceramic Tree

Staircase Garland

Brown Velvet Ribbon

*Stockings last year from Target

*Cream Ceramic Bell Garland last year from Target

Dining Room Sources

*Lamps and Black Console Table years old from Garage Sale.

The Living Room

Living Room Christmas Sources

Scalloped Cream Blanket

Living Room Sources

*Rejoice Sign Made by me

*Large Brown jug no longer available

*Ribbon Candle a gift

The Kitchen

Kitchen Christmas Sources

Bubble Candle Stick Holder

Scalloped small ceramic tree

Kitchen Room Sources

Green Scalloped Pillow

Brown Taper Candles *similar

*Cutting Boards Collected over the years

*Tree Print no longer available

*Black Bowl on island homemade gift

*Lumbar Pillow no longer available

The Great Room

Christmas Sources

Frame TV Art

Flameless Window Candle

Brass Candelabra

Log Holder

Flower Pillow

Scalloped Knit Stocking

Shiny Brown Wrapping Paper

Shiny Black Wrapping Paper

Flat Wrapping Paper

Green Plaid Wrapping Paper

Tree Print Wrapping Paper

Nativity Set

Christmas Tree *similar

Room Sources

*Beams homemade

*Table homemade

Paint Colors

Wall Color: Simply White by Benjamin Moore

Trim Color and fluted wall color: Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore

Cabinet Color and Staircase Color: Onyx by Benjamin Moore

Flooring

Our floors are engineered hardwood floors from Urban Floor - You can find them HERE

We updated to these floors about 5 years ago now and we are more in love with them today than when we put them in. They are the buttery softest floors that are truly stunning.

Merry Christmas Everyone

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:21:38 GMT

Christmas Gift Guide

Christmas Gift Guides for everyone!

Her

Andar Bag

Coffee/Espresso Machine

Leather Bible

DimeBody Butter/Dan Le Bois perfume Code ALLISON

Beautiful stone dish set

Flannel Pj's

Slippers

Toggle Necklace

Shark Flex Style Hairdryer

Ember Mug

Adel Makeup Code PRVBS31

Caraway Griddle

Raycon Headphones

lola Blanket

Him

Tree Trimmer

Dewalt Bluetooth Speaker

Andar Wallet

On Cloud Shoes

Black Stone Stove

Fire Starter

"Fast Food" Shirt

Heated Vest

Bluetooth Headphones

Leather Gloves

Sitka Hat

Phone Charger

Portable Car Starter/More

Flashlight

Electric Mug

Grandparents

Luxurious Pillows

Leaf Blower

Battery Powered Snow Blower

Digital Picture Frame

Caraway Baking Sheets

TIneco Cleaning Machine

Electric Lighter

Easy Plant (code with this link)

Teen Boy

Mini Bluetooth Speaker

Wallet Tracking Device

Hand Warmers

Car Play/Back Up Camera

Black Cross Necklace

Teen Girl

Best Coloring Book

Kitch Pillowcase

Kitsch Pillow Scrunchie

Light Up Calendar

Dime Perfume Code ALLISON

Record Player

Alexa with Color Changing light

Younger Boy

Remote Control Airplane

 Younger Girl

Gymnastics Blow Up Mat

Baby Doll Accessories Set

Host

Dime Body Butter Code ALLISON

Resources for Encouragement

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 18:09:14 GMT

I'm so glad you're here. I want to take this time to encourage you in your faith, in your family, and in your parenting. I've included a list of resources I've created for each of these areas.

The first resource is my FREE read through the Bible in a year plan. Its a plan that goes in chronological order from beginning to end and has been absolutely life changing for me to see God's whole story. It allowed me to see God in a whole new light and fall more deeply in love with Him. If we are going to combat the darkness and shine bright in a dark world, our biggest and most powerful resource is knowing God's word and being confident to share it with others.

Ryan and I feel so passionate that you can create the culture YOU desire in your home, not the one the world is telling you to adhere to, that we made a course to help make that possible. This resource gives you the power back in your own homes. Create a family mission statement, be intentional in leading and discipling your kids, make decisions that are eternity minded instead of short term minded. Click this link to get a preview of what you can find in the course and sign up to be encouraged today!

Prayer is the most powerful thing we can do for our family. I believe in it so much that I have lead multiple prayer challenges on my IG page with my community, and we've seen miracles happen. I put into print the kids 30 day prayer challenge, to build our kids up in the spiritual realm, to bring back the prodigals, and to see God move through the power of prayer. Take the challenge for your kids below.

Inspiration Jewelry has been a great reminder for me as I wear it. I think of the verse Deuteronomy 11:18 that says, "Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads." These pieces of jewelry are a constant reminder to be obedient to the Lord, to make sure I am honoring Him in all I do and keep Him in the forefront of my thought and mind. The cross toggle necklace is our best seller but you can also find jewelry for kids and encouragement for boys as well! Each piece comes with a verse card to encourage you further and makes a great personal gift.

And lastly, if you want encouragement on the daily and want to follow along with all of our adventures, (DIY, decor and family) you can find me sharing in stories everyday over on @proverbsthirtyonegirl on Instagram! Thanks so much for entering my little corner of the world and I hope you find some additional encouragement here.

Christmas At Lakeside Cottage

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:48:35 GMT

It was so fun decking the halls at Lakeside Cottage for you all to enjoy this Christmas season. If you are interested at staying at our rental, find all the booking information HERE .

Christmas will forever be my favorite for so many reasons, but I love the cozy atmosphere it provides while providing escape from the cold outside. I decided to decorate Lakeside with a lot of faux greenery and cozy textures to bring the outside in but make you feel warm and cozy. You can find all of the Christmas links I used below and keep reading to get more information and links to the rest of the cottage.

Adding a few sprigs of greenery to a chandelier or lighting makes it look so festive without trying too hard.

If you have a frame TV, one of the easiest ways to add decor is by changing the art. I loved this simple reminder this holiday season, and the black just popped with the decor making it look elegant.

Adding some ornaments and greens to a bowl or tray is a beautiful centerpiece. Its super easy to do and you can use leftover ornaments that you have!

I also loved using this purse holder to hang an oversized ornament from. You could also add a large bell. It brings in height and a different element into your decor.

Adding 3 small wreaths to the back of the stools and greenery over the window make every inch of the cottage feel decked out for Christmas. I attached the wreaths with brown velvet ribbon and I used one 9' strand of cedar garland for around the window.

You can find the links to the rest of the items from Lakeside Cottage such as furniture and decor below!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:26:19 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Light Fixture . Our dining room has been getting a small makeover these past few months. I finally got around to hanging this beautiful light fixture! I am loving it so much with more of a traditional vibe. Click HERE to look.

Toggle Necklace. Our best seller toggle necklace is back in stock this week on Proverbs31girl shop! Snag one for Christmas gift or one for yourself! Click HERE to look,

Long Sleeve Sweater. I had gotten this a couple months ago and wore it this week. It a great cozy long sleeve but not a super thick sweater material that can get hot sometimes! Click HERE to look.

Black Strong Cross. This necklace is in stock just in time for the holidays as well! They are selling out quickly so grab one while you can!

Click HERE to look.

Festive Holiday Mugs . These are by far the cutest holiday mugs that I have seen on the market this season. I grabbed a set as well as the bowls and I have gotten so many compliments on them! Very affordable price I thought as well! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:53:33 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Christmas Tree. I shared this last week which we have been setting up for our last annual sale. This is a really great tree for the price tag! I highly Recommend. Click HERE to look.

Mini Trees . Again I shared these last week but everyone loved them as much as I do so I'll share them again. Perfect prelit outdoor trees! Click HERE to look.

Paneling. I added this to our kitchen hood range and a couple other spots in the kitchen and surprise I'm in love with it like I thought I would be. It really is a perfect touch added to any space. Click HERE to look.

Gold Wreath. A mix of styles here in this wreath and I am loving! Target does it again with this cutie! Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. It is twinkle light season is here. Snag them while they are still in stock! Click HERE to work.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:39:24 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Christmas Tree. Yes, Christmas went up this weekend In our house for our seasonal sale. This tree is amazing and not to mention the price. It is a total win! So if you're in the market for a tree check this one out! Click HERE to look.

Patio Trees . Target has so many great festive outdoor patio tree. I got these ones this year and love them by our front door! Click HERE to look.

Recipe Book. This recipe book is on weekly favorites again, I am so happy everyone loved it as much as we do! Click HERE to look.

Coffee Bar Pretties . Dress up your coffee bar with these fun different accessory's! My girls had the best time creating a mini food truck for our upcoming House on a Hill sale. Click HERE to view all their items!

Scalloped Stocking. Aren't these adorable?! from the latest Studio McGee line I snagged 2 of these for our mantle. I love the knit texture to them and the scalloped detail. Only $15! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:25:18 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Bead Kit. These are a huge hit for my kids and a creative outlet for my kids to create! Click HERE to look.

Bible. My best seller and favorite Bible that I have used for years now. It is beautiful inside and out with the brown leather. A Bible that will last a lifetime. Click HERE to look.

Rust Stain Remover. This stuff WOW! I discovered it recently and am blown away. Check out my reel on instagram for the before and after.

Click HERE to look.

Recipe Book. I launched my recipe book a couple of days ago! It comes in a book form as well as a downloadable version. I have been working on this for a while now and finally released this week. Click HERE to look.

Airplanes. My mom had these at her house when we visited this week, they came everywhere with us! No only did the Youngers love them but Kynlee and Grandma had fun with them too! A very inexpensive toy that comes with 4 airplanes! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:48:31 GMT

Weekly Favorites

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco . This gadget is unmatched and a real fan favorite around here and with you guys! Make cleaning easier and one less step with this being a 2 in one! Click HERE to look.

Hotel Pillows. These are the most luxurious pillows you will get for the price tag! So incredibly comfortable. They come in a pack of 2. Click HERE to look.

Better Homes and Gardens Dish set. I shared this last week and this week it is still going strong with a high favorite. We love these in our house, they are gorgeous stoneware! Click HERE to look.

Sweet Nights Mattress. We have gotten countless reviews on the mattress's we have at our rentals. We use the Sweet Nights brand and LOVE THEM. We have a couple different ones from there and have love each of them along with all our guests. Click HERE to look.

Bedframe. I got this bedframe for the Cabin on Dunns. We wanted to make it a queen bed before renting in for the winter months. I love the texture and color of it. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:19:29 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Afloral. On sale and the best garlands in my opinion! Grab them before they go out of stock very soon for the holidays! Click HERE to look.

Tree. I shared these a while ago, but they are still a weekly favorite and for the price this week, it is a must have! An all-winter decor piece not just the holidays. Click HERE to look.

Brown Dish Set. These are gorgeous to say the least. I fell in love with them and magically we were in the market for a new set. They are as beautiful as you can imagine! Click HERE to look.

Apple Corer. My girls have been making all the apple things this week. They have used this the entire time. Such a great attachment to make peeling anything so easy. Click HERE to look.

Paneling. This has been my product of the year! I used it for the first time at the Lakeside Cottage and fell in love with it. So naturally I needed it in my house and have used it a couple different places. A great way to add some texture to a space. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:24:25 GMT

Favorite links of the week

Most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Twinkle Lights. It is almost twinkle season, eeekkkk!! If you have been around you know twinkle lights are my jam! The magic it created on you Christmas tree is unmatched. Snag them now before they go out of stock like they do every year. Click HERE to look.

Vest. Another look for less is this Amazon Vest. Perfect length, not dropped but not long. I will be wearing this all fall/winter long. Click HERE to look.

Glass Pumpkin . I created a fall tablescape with many of these glass pumpkins. It turned out so pretty with the right fall touch with these beauties. Click HERE to look.

Black Strong Cross. We restocked our boys necklace this week that sold out in record time the first time we launched them. There are still a couple left up for grabs! Click HERE to look.

Flicker Bulbs . I have always wanted Gas Lantern Lights at our house, but that is a pretty penny to install and use. So I settled for this flicker bulbs and my goodness!! I am truly obsessed!! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:02:42 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Dresser. Studio Mcgee killed it with this Pottery Barn lookalike dress from their last collection. The wood grain popping through the black is so beautiful. Click HERE to look.

Paper Bag Tie Jeans . It is a happy day when this 5"11 girl finds a pair of jeans that come in long. I snagged these on sale and love them! So comfortable and very flattering. Win win! Click HERE to look.

Braided Rope Door Mat. A great find this week while out shopping with Kynlee! It is coated in a glaze so no pet hair will be sticking to it! Click HERE to look.

Sorel Boots . Cold weather is approaching and good boots here in the midwest are a must have! I found these Sorels on amazing sale this week and grabbed a pair. They are slip ons with a small wedge, I love them! Click HERE to look.

Down Pillow. These pillows are next level! They are so luxurious with a great price tag! The reviews are out of this world and we can back that up! Don't hesitate on these! Click HERE to look.

CABIN ON DUNNS CLOSET REFRESH

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:19:21 GMT

Closet Refresh

I decided to do a tiny small but mighty makeover in this little bedroom closet at the Cabin on Dunns! We are buttoning this little cabin up to get it ready to rent starting this fall and while we are at that, this closet needed a little bit of TLC!

Who doesn't love to snuggle in and watch a show from bed on vacation? But this tiny 12x8 bedroom didn't leave much room for a TV, until we came up with the perfect solution!

Operation take everything out was the first step! We keep all the extra linens, towels etc in here as there isn't much storage in this mini cabin!

I started with the new peel and stick on the floor. I had a few of the Chris loves Julia peel and stick tiles left over from the porch, that I knew would go perfect in here! Took me 30 minutes to get these guys in.

Up next was wallpaper!

I thought this pattern was a fun little pick for the cabin! And thankfully it is pretty forgiving because it didn't line up perfectly with the textured wall, but no one will every know;)

This closet butts up to the laundry unit we have so I needed to get a little creative on how we cover that up. A curtain to the rescue with a tension rod . It works perfect!

Now for the reveal!!

I say this all of the time but I mean it, why didn't we do this sooner?! A little TV closet!! Ryan and I have enjoyed this so much already in the last week. This closet was meant for this moment!

I've been eyeing this beautiful traditional dresser at Target for a while now. It's a total Pottery Barn dupe for $349!

It comes in a medium tone wood as well that is stunning but was out of stock when I was in the market for one ASAP.

It works perfect in this little nook and adds a little more storage!

A close up of the wallpaper pattern. I think it's so fun for a cabin closet. It adds the right amount of pop that I had envisioned.

I also bought a wallpaper kit because I am going to be doing some wallpapering at the Oaks, so it will be getting put to good use there too! The kit helps a ton with cutting straight lines.

I painted the shelves and added a front wood piece to the face of the shelve to add something a little extra!

And of course I needed to make a frame for the TV! This took me under an hour to make and is a very affordable DIY!

I have a step by step tutorial video for you to make the Frame DIY yourself! Watch here !!

Sources

Marble Peel and Stick Tiles

To watch my reel and see videos of this cutie closet, click HERE to look!!

Make sure to check out Lundeenlakerentals.com for more information on the Cabin on Dunns available to starting November 1st!

Also, did you see that we just got a Hot tub here too?! Come check it out!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 16:51:39 GMT

Weekly favorites

Most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Wooden Desk. At the Oaks there is a perfect spot for a mini office space, I grabbed the measurements and found this adorable piece at Walmart! I fell in love with the beaded leg look! Click HERE to look.

Oversized Cardigan. These days I rarely go into stores. My girls and I had a girls day this week so we popped into a couple stores. I came home with this cutie cardigan. Hello fall! Click HERE to look.

Antique Candles . When I tell you these candles smell unreal, you must believe me! They smell heavenly. The Pumpkin Apple one is the one I currently have lit in my kitchen and my goodness, so yummy! Use Code PROVERBSTHIRTYONEGIRL .Click HERE to look.

Light Jacket. This arrived in the mail this week, it is a total look alike from a different brand and a fraction of the price. I love how light weight it is, a great layering opinion! Click HERE to look.

Leaf Pillow. Um how adorable is this tone on tone leaf pillow? I ordered a couple to have at our few different properties. Perfect way to sprinkle in some fall but not have it be overboard. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 17:38:44 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Tineco . You've probably already seen this if you have been apart of my Instagram the past couple of months! It is game charger let me tell you! You won't regret it! Click HERE to look.

Sweater Vest . A great transitional piece is a sweater vest! Warm but not too restrictive. Added this one to my wardrobe with fall. Click HERE to look.

Toggle Necklace . The best seller Toggle Necklace is back in stock! They don't last long so snag one while you can. Click HERE to look.

Side Table. A recent refresh for our cabin patio and these side tables were apart of it! I love them, a very versatile piece. Click HERE to look.

Mattress. These are the Mattress that we have at all of our rental properties, and they are quite comfortable! We get questions on them all of the time from past guests! They were on amazing sale this week so we grabbed a couple for the Oaks! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 16:16:45 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Sundress. I realized recently that I don't have very many casual dresses. So I popped on Amazon and bought this one. Which I love and is very flattering but also comfortable with the tighter top and the flowy bottom. I got a small and would say it's true to size. Click HERE to look.

Porch Swing . This porch swing I shared a couple weeks in a row is still on great sale! Something the whole family will love to enjoy. Click HERE to look.

Black Cross Necklace . Proverbs31girl store finally released a boy necklace! Tate and Beckett have been wanting one for a while now. I worked with our Jewelry designer to come up with the perfect chain and cross length and it's finally here! Click HERE to look.

Tree Swing. My kids love this swing! We put it as one of the rentals and it's perfect for a good tree brand. Click HERE to look.

Birk lookalike. I'm sure we've all seen the Birkenstock big buckle sandals. Well I found these ones for a fraction of the price of the well known brand ones. I'm happy I snagged these ones! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:36:29 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

Plastic Dishes. These have held up amazingly over at the Lakeside Cottage with many guests in and out! Click HERE to look.

Prayer Challenge . With school starting oh so very soon, I put our prayer challenge books on sale on Proverbs31girl store. The perfect time to start praying more intentional for our kiddos. Click HERE to look.

Lake Print . I love this print, I have it at the Oaks in the powder bathroom and it fits the mood perfectly! Click HERE to look.

Lunch Box. Is this not the cutest little lunch box you've ever seen?! Schools starts again soon for us with our Co-op, so Beckett and Ruby got new lunch boxes this year, this is the one ruby got! Beckett got the checkered one listed with this one too. Click HERE to look.

Wreath. I love afloral and their products. They have a sale this past week. Check them out if you haven't before! They are more of investment pieces but they last for years and years. Click HERE to look.

We are changing things up....an update on our homeschool journey!

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 23:52:27 GMT

Yesterday in stories on Instagram I mentioned that homeschooling was going to look a little different this year....so lets chat about that;)

For the past 7 years our family has been involved in the homeschool community called Classical Conversations. It's a worldwide program actually that focuses on a classical approach to education, all while keeping God at the center and raising kids who think critically and are equipped to enter the world on a very firm foundation of not only who they are, but who God is and who they are in Christ. And for this reason, we absolutely love this program. On top of that, the program is actually a full curriculum in itself, at least once you get to the middle school year. I loved that it took the guesswork out of picking from the literally thousands of curriculums and always wondering if you had chosen the best one or wanting to switch year to year.

On top of that, beyond the education and curriculum it offers, we love the community it provides. We are a part of a group of 12+ families who are all like-minded and working to raise our kids in the same way. And beyond community, it also provided some accountability. If you have homeschooled, the flexibility is amazing, but sometimes for myself, it was a little to freeing:) I found myself needed some accountability in my kids' education so that we didn't completely un-school. Not only does CC provide accountability, it's also encouraging being able to go to all the other moms and ask questions or advice since everyone is using the same curriculum.

So with all of the good that CC offers, Beckett, Ruby and I will still be a part of CC and maintain their schooling through their foundation and essentials programs. I will be tutoring a foundations class this year, and Beckett is just old enough to start the essentials program that teaches the writing and grammar aspect of education.

But, after completing Challenge 1, I have decided to pull Tate and Kynlee from the program, and since I have talked so highly of it and I still think it is an amazing program we want to continue to be a part of , I thought I would address why we are making a shift.

First and foremost, I always wait for a peace when making a decision for another school year, and a peace only God can give. Each year we assess and decide what the next year will look like, and honestly, at the beginning of last year I was already starting to question CC for Tate and Kynlee, but after praying about it I found such a perfect peace in knowing this is what they are supposed to be doing. So we enrolled them last year, they had an amazing year with an amazing tutor, and their knowledge in so many areas took off, their hearts really transformed throughout the year, and I am so grateful for the relationships they also created within their group.

But I still had so many hesitations. I myself, being a former teacher, am a very performance-based girl:) I not only have high expectations for myself, but those also get passed onto my kids. Classical conversations is not a program for the faint of heart. It is a 6-8 hour a day workload homeschool program that is amazing, but also intense. And most kids who are in CC have a parent who is really helping walk alongside and doing a lot of the work with the kids as well. And this is where my mom guilt came in. Being a small business owner and self-employed, I found it very hard to pour that much time into my kids education and felt like I was failing them when I had no idea what they were talking about in latin or logic. I would set up their schedule at the beginning of each week and I would check in often to make sure they were on track to get their work done. I would proofread papers and help in ways I could, but I couldn't devote my time to doing school alongside my kids. My expectations for them were high, but I wasn't able to provide the help. This is one big reason we moved away from the CC math program and switched mid year to Denison Algebra, where the kids got videos and help from an online source when I couldn't offer them that.

On top of that, our kids talents and skills were really starting to show. They were having interests outside of CC that they really didn't have time to entertain since their day was full. Tate has become amazing with his hands and working on projects. He is a quick learner and very much a leader in whatever he tackles. He started working part=time for our friend this summer in a landscaping company and he loved every bit of it. He is a lot like his dad with enjoying working with his hands, yet he also is so smart that I know he'll be able to run his own business one day and be successful. Ryan has taught Tate so many life skills that will get him very far in this world, yet when it came to education I always felt super alone in it because Ryan always said it was over his head ( he really hated school) So I saw Ryan teach Tate so much, but technically none of it was working towards his education since it wasn't included in the CC program.

And then there is Kynlee, who can create anything she sees a video of but ask her to write a paper and it will take her a week:)

We started to see our kids' strengths and abilities, and we realized that CC isn't aligning with where we see them going in the future. I struggled with the fact that we homeschooled for the freedom to cater to our kids' strengths and abilities, and yet we were limiting so much of that by not allowing them to pursue them. On top of that, we as a family now have a lot of flexibility in our schedules since Ryan came home full time, and we found it very hard to travel, because if the kids missed one of their in-person days they felt super behind, and it was so much work to catch up.

So for these many reasons, and actually quite a few more, we decided not to enroll Tate and Kynlee in CC this year. Ryan and I prayed about this decision and made our minds up before we even entertained the thought with the kids. So when the time came to tell them, they were ecstatic! We of course still gave them the option to continue if they wanted, but they both were so excited to take a little ownership over their education, pick some classes that THEY choose, and learn in a different way this year.

So what's next? Well, I already booked 2 weeks away this winter and I'm so excited knowing we don't need to stress out about "catching up" for 3 weeks when we get back, lol. But for real, the kids will do their same math, and they actually are going to do the same biology CC does. But other than that, Tate is going to start taking a couple of online business classes. The classes he's taken with Ryan will now be considered credits, so that's awesome, like shop, welding, and so much more! And Kynlee thinks she'd love to try a sign language class online. I can only imagine how amazing shed be at that since she is such a visual learner and picks up on videos so quickly. And next year both of them will take some PSEO classes at the tech college in town close by to get some great college credits for free. Neither of the kids are sad about saying bye bye to latin:)

And the last thing that made Tate so excited, is that he will be able to graduate with his class. I technically had held Tate back a year specifically for CC, so that him and Kynlee could be in the same class and help each other. But Tate really is quite advanced in his education and has the credits he needs to be entering his Junior year this year. Wow, so crazy to think that! But he is becoming such a man who is craving more freedom and loves to work hard, so I am excited to see where God leads him in the next couple years.

So that's the educations update from the Lundeens. Probably more than you wanted to know:) But since we've taken you on this homeschool journey with us I wanted to fill you in. On top of that I wanted to still shine an amazing light on CC because I truly believe they have helped to create a strong foundation for my kids in so many areas of their life, not just faith, but also worldview, critical thinking, integrity, and so much more. So I am forever grateful we went this far with them and also can't wait to do the same for Beckett and ruby:)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:22:30 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most liked links this week on - Proverbs31gril

Fire Pit . Having properties on a Lake, having a fire pit is a must! This one lives at the Lakeside Cottage. It's not only a pretty looking fire pit its very functional too. Win win! Click HERE to look.

P ancake Dispenser. I've shared this before and I'll share it again. If you don't have it by now you need it! So easy to use and kiddo's love to help make breakfast too! Plus minimal mess! Click HERE to look.

Tile. Click HERE to look.

Proverbs31girl Storefront. Check out my jewelry storefront so many beautiful pieces! Click HERE to look.

Porch Swing. How fun is this swing! We got this one for the front Porch Swing at The Oaks. It is on major sale this week too!

Click HERE to look.

THE OAKS - POWDER ROOM

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:08:31 GMT

The Powder Room at The Oaks

I cannot believe we are to the point of starting to create and personalize each room at The Oaks!

If you are lost and wondering "What is the Oaks?", "Where is this place?" You can find out from the very beginning on my

Instagram Highlights under "New Build" Click HERE to view!

This is/was my inspiration for the Oak Power room. You will see as we continue to finish the Oak the vibe I'm going for is very much so moody and earthy!

Let's check out the first reveal here at The Oaks!

Before

After

I am in love with how this main floor powder room came to life! My vision for moody was my goal the entire time and boy do I love!!

The color is called "Wooden Arces" and it is a very Chameleon color. It looks chocolate brown at times and dark green at others, but I love it! I decided to color drench this room too so I painted the ceiling too. It is such a vibe!

Before

After

I told Ryan "I think this bathroom could fit right in over at the Magnolia Silos in Waco, TX!" It is giving me Magnolia feels and I am loving it. One of the many fun things about having rental properties is getting to play around with different design styles and try things that are a little bit more out of the box that I love. Including the look of this powder room!

We decided to do one huge picture molding on each wall for a little grand detail and it dresses it up just perfectly! Picture molding can be time consuming but it's a great affordable way to elevate a room!

The small hex tiles are oh so adorable but don't be fooled, they are tricky to make sure you have even spacing. If you get off even just a little bit you throw the entire pattern off. Take it from me who had a little hiccup with these little guys, but no one will know right;)

Stay tuned for more Oaks reveals coming soon!!

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Brass Toilet Paper Holder

Black Toilet Seat

Women Wall Art

Rusted Fall Stems

Faux Fall Arrangement

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:40:56 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

One Piece Swimsuit. For all my long torso girlies, this suit is it!! Long enough and very flattering with the ties and ruching. Click HERE to look.

Pressure Washer. I get asked often about pressure washers as I share often pressure washing different things! This is a great one! Click HERE to look.

Picture Light. This light a steal of a price for the product that you get! Secret, Studio McGee at Target their products are always larger in person so you really get more bang for your dollar! Click HERE to look.

Board Game. Board games but make them pretty?! Well yes, yes please! I have these for the Lakeside Cottage for guests and they are a big hit! Click HERE to look.

Laser Tag . Our kids LOVE these Laser Tag Gear. We had friend in town this past week and the kids played this daily for hours and hours on end. A fun thing for all ages! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:31:14 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Leaf Blower. We've had this for years as well as having multiple of them because we use them daily! Great small leaf blower for the patio! Click HERE to look.

Green Skirt. Cutest green skirt you ever did see! A total Walmart score that I love for date night. Click HERE to look.

Vent Covers. An affordable way to elevate a room is to add these vent covers. I have they at my house, Lakeside, and now the Oaks. A must for me. Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Top. I've shared this top many times and lately and it's still a fan favorite! I understand why because the quality is fabulous for an Amazon top and the detailing is just adorable. Click HERE to look.

Drone. We got this drone for Tate in requirement that he gets a few different shots/videos that we are wishing to have for rentals etc! It is a little pricey but it is so nice to have the screen on the controller and it'll be great learning for Tate. Click HERE to look.

SUMMER OUTFITS WITH WALMART

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 18:55:26 GMT

Summer outfits with Walmart

I am so excited to partner with Walmart! I have discovered so many hidden things this year with Walmart! Like their free grocery delivery right to my front doorstep (and that is huge for us county folks because that rarely happens for us), as well as finding out that their fashion department is KILLING IT! I am so impressed!

Come take a look at my favorite Walmart Summer Date Night looks I've put together!

Starting out strong with my "Night on the town"

Let's talk about this white top, it is stinken adorable!! The detailing is so pretty and perfectly paired with a high waisted pair of jeans. I'll talk about these jeans next time, but first, lets chat about these Brown Clogs, yup a new favorite! Usually taller shoes aren't very comfortable, not these! They are beyond comfy and fit TTS.

Outfit #2 "Business Date Night"

Keeping it business on the top but still somewhat causal with the jeans on the bottom. Can you imagine my excitement when I put on these jeans and they are high rise & LONG ON ME! As a 5'9 girlie almost never the jeans are long on me. They have a 33.5" inseam and come in multiple colors. So that already gave these jeans tons of brownie points as well as the stretchy comfort and perfect flare tapering. For only $24 you can't go wrong!

Outfit #3 "Brunch Date"

How fun is this green skirt?! paired with the belt it comes with, it makes it so fun! And let me tell you, these bodysuits are butter soft!! I have them in the long sleeve version as well and I am pleasantly surprised at the seamless quality and soft fabric. I did size up one size for the bodysuit, ordering a medium, but they are a timeless staple.

Outfit #4 "Evening Pontoon Cruise or Sunset Beach walk Date Night"

Ending on more of a summer causal note! If you know me, we live on the water during the summer. So soft and breathable clothing is the name of the game! A cute sandal, linen shorts and a butter soft shirt is the perfect pair for a evening cruise on the pontoon or a sunset walk by the water!

My 5 top favorites

You can find all of my favorites via m y LTK shop! It's a great place for me to share all of my cute outfit finds for you all to easily find and reference back to!

You can find everything I found at Walmart on my LTK!

Thanks Walmart for sponsoring this post!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 18:37:31 GMT

Favorite links of the week

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Ruffle Sleeve Top. I am loving this top! How cute is it?! Would you believe it's $15 cause it is. It comes in black as well. Click HERE to look.

Woven Runner. I have had this runner for a couple months now and haven't shared it until this week. The color of this rug is a pretty dark brown with woven thick feel. We have the runner version. Click HERE to look.

Shark Vacuum. Game changer when cleaning your car is this small vacuum. Quick and easy for cleaning up! Click HERE to look.

Faux Flower Arrangement. You may of seen these in my photos before, they are a summer staple of me this year from Amazon! They are even prettier in person! Click HERE to look.

Albany Parks Chair. A fun new furniture piece we have two in our Great Room. They are a family favorite let me tell you. Plus they are so beautiful, comfy to snuggle in and the fabric is soft boucle. Win win! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:26:33 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this last week on - Proverbs31girl

Shark Vacuum . No surprise that this vacuum is my favorite around here!! It comes in white and has amazing power. I've had other competing brands and this one has by far been my favorite. Click HERE to look.

Walking Pad. We have had this exact walking pad in our office for about 2 years now and it is still a daily favorite! We have had no issues with it. Great for walking and working and is on stellar sale right now! Click HERE to look.

Leaf Blower. We have has this little but mighty leaf blower for a couple of years now! It has stood the test of time and perfect for a quick patio clean up. Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Top. This tank is in the top 5 of my go to summer tops this year. It is very flattering and the material is good sweater material. Click HERE to look.

Coffee Machine. If you have been around from a while you know my love for this coffee machine! We have one at our home, the cabin as well as our rentals will all have one because it really does make the best coffee! It was over half off this week which is an unreal deal! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:56:38 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Shark Vacuum. I have had Dyson's and Shark vacuums. Sharks have by FAR been my favorite and have lasted the longest. When I saw this white one on sale I had to snag it IYKYK ;) Click HERE to look.

Sweater Tank . Amazon has been killing it with the good tank top finds this summer! I wore this one this week and I love the sweater material. Click HERE to look.

Book Stand. I have this in our living room and I keep my Bible on it. I love the display it gives of the coffee table! Click HERE to look.

Casaluna Towel . Is there anything better than getting fresh towels?! Man do these feel good and on sale with Circle week this week! Click HERE to look.

Love Bracelet. Our Proverbs31girl Jewelry Shop has so many new goodies available! Make sure to check them out! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:36:20 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Area Rug . This is the rug we recently got for the Great Room and I love it! The tone is beautiful with a subtle pattern. Click HERE to look.

Bible. My everyday Bible Ive been using everyday for years now. Click HERE to look.

Fluted Paneling. Our living room reveal was shared this week revealing the fluting I added to that room!! Click HERE to view.

Scalloped Tank. A huge Amazon score with this sweater tank. A summer staple for me for sure! Click HERE to look.

Art Print. A lookalike art piece from the one we have in our living room. I love this from the latest Studio McGee collection at Target. Click HERE to look.

BYE BYE SHIPLAP!

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 16:25:34 GMT

BYE BYE SHIPLAP!

I know that it is maybe a little controversial, but I covered up all of the shiplap in our living room and I'm not mad about it.

I may have went a little shiplap crazy 10 years ago when I covered almost every inch of our house with it. Although I still love it and want to leave it in our great room, I wanted a little something more formal in the living room. So in between projects outside of the home, I said this project was up next for me one rainy day!

I grabbed my tools I needed, nail gun and chow saw. I didn't use any glue just nailed in the current panel every so often after cutting by exact measurements with the chop saw.

I have learned that taking shiplap off is NOT FUN! and it can potentially damage the drywall underneath it. The beautiful thing about paneling you can go right over the shiplap! Which Is game changer.

That being said it did then make the paneling and trim flesh, and I wanted to make it a little chunky looking so I added a small pine wood stripe to break it up, that worked perfect around the windows and in-between the trim&fluting.

Now to painting! I went with Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore. A tried-and-true favorite color of mine! The trim was already that color in the living room and I wanted it to all be one color, Revere Pewter won.

I used a brush to get in the cracks and rolled the face of the paneling. It took my about 3 hours to do 2 walls, it's a putsy job but the good news is it only took one coat, praise the lord!!

Also, Did you notice m y pretty step ladder ?! Lots of you caught that on my Instagram. I like to have one of these on hand, so why not make it pretty! It is very lightweight and folds open and close very nicely.

This fluted paneling is a little bit of a splurge, but wow does it elevate a space!! We had our $200 shiplap for 10 years as that was what our budget allowed at the time, I loved it for a years and I count that a big win! It has been so fun to add a few nicer finishes as we can now and I'm so happy with this fluting decision!!

Not only did this fluting give me a formal vibe, it also made the room feel so much taller and I didn't need to rip out any shiplap, Huge win all around for me!!

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WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 19:48:15 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Gold Ladder. Have you ever seen a more beautiful ladder?! I like to have something like this at home, so when I saw this one I knew this was the winner for me;) Click HERE to look.

Stripe Tube. Target does it again with these cute water tubes. We have them at the Lakeside and at our Cabin now! Click HERE to look.

Hair Coloring. Kynlee and Ruby had some fun with this pink hair dye this past week. A little summer color fun! Click HERE to look.

Curtains . Our living room at home is getting a little refresh and these are the curtains I purchased for this spot! I love the pleating. Click HERE to look.

Patio Set . This is the exact patio set we have at The Lakeside Cottage. It is an amazing set for for the price tag! We added an umbrella to it and its the cuties little set up. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:02:12 GMT

Favorite link of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Puzzle Board. If you are a puzzler or a know a puzzler this is game changing! So easy to move from table to table and the pieces don't get mixed up with their own spots in the 4 drawers. Click HERE to look.

Lace Tank Top. Lots of questions on this tank top recently, Under $20!! Score. I got a small. Click HERE to look.

Sunglasses. I get asked often where my sunglasses are from and more times than not they are from Amazon! These are a current go to of mine with the tortoise frame! Click HERE to look.

TShirt. This is a new find for me, I am wearing it today and love it! Click HERE to look.

Dusk to Dawn bulbs. These made it on last weeks round up an surprise they are here again because everyone is understanding the hype now! Click HERE to look.

ALL LAKESIDE SOURCES FOUND HERE

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:50:51 GMT

Find everything here related to the Lakeside Cottage right here!

Everything you would need to one about The Lakeside Cottage in one place! I've put this together every blog post I've written related to the lakeside, putting them all in one place for easy browsing!

The Exterior

The Porch / Dining Room

LAKE VIEW EXTERIOR REVEAL AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:48:56 GMT

The exterior at the Lakeside Cottage

The exterior is getting the finishing touches at the Lakeside this spring. We wanted to make sure there was a great place for entertaining outside at all of our rentals so we needed to do a few things, such as --- Let's not forget where this place started at!

Before

This property was VERY over grown with weeds. Trees were growing through the old dock and leaves hadn't

been raked in years. You'll see in all the before photos, so there was a bit of sweat equity that went into clearing up outside here.

After

= SWEAT EQUITY!! It's amazing what some hard labor and vision can do to clean up the landscape of a rundown place!

We did a family work day, hired one of Ryan's buddys to do the big moving and then I planted scrubs, as well as laying 7 1/2 pallets of flag stone putting my actually heart into this space making sure it's everything it can be for guests!

It is a magical little cottage now!

Before

After

This giant Checker Board and Pieces are really the star of the show! We really want to be intentional with our rentals and making the most memories for people that come and stay here.

When I came across this checker board I thought "wow that would be perfect for this empty spot" Ta Da! and it couldn't be more perfect!

Before

After

We knew when walking through this cottage before buying that we would take out this 3 season porch and it would be a deck. We wanted it to be more open and be able to see the lake from inside the living room.

Above the grill was an open space and i got the idea to make a mini version of the lakeside sign from the front of the Cottage.

How adorable does that fit perfect right there and personalized just perfectly!

Before

After

Ryan's buddy owns a Landscaping Company Nagel Landscaping and Construction. They have been amazing working with to create this space here at the Lakeside as well as the Oaks. They built the retaining wall with huge boulders. I added some flagstone to keep it extremely low maintenance

That entire ground got leveled out by the landscapers so we were able to create a nice study fire pit area! Sitting in these chairs is the most beautiful view of the lake.

I am a big flagstone lover, and we were able to get our hands on 7 1/2 pallets of flagstone and away I went. This job is not for the faint of heart, it's like a puzzle and the biggest workout all in one. But it's worth it to me.

Before

After

Just a little different right ;)

The path to the lake needed a lot of love, as you can see! We decided to take out the old wooden stairs and put in some amazing granite steps from Cold Springs Granite!! We got to work with Cold Springs Granite for the counter tops in the Kitchen here at Lakeside. They are an exertional company with outstanding products!

If you missed the reveal of the front exterior, you can check that out HERE!!

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Outdoor Table and Chairs

White Globe Light

Umbrella

Check out LundeenLakeRentals.com for more information on booking!

SHOP MY LTK

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:06:14 GMT

Shop my LTK

To shop all things home, fashion and more check out my LikeToKnowIt HERE!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:44:42 GMT

Favorite links of the week

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Adirondack Chairs . These are a fan favorite and continue week to week to be a top favorite! Click HERE to look.

Pizza Oven. Last year we purchased this to keep out at our Cabin! It is such a fun family activity to do for dinners during the summertime! The Ooni is amazing, makes such delicious pizzas! Click HERE to look.

Dusk to Dawn Light Bulb. Ryan found these on Amazon recently and wow how have we never come across these before? They are fantastic for exterior lights so you don't have to go outside and turn on, or for lights that aren't wired yet! Click HERE to look.

Summer Sandal. A friend on Instagram shared these shoes recently and I snagged a pair, the hype. is real!! They are so super comfy, I've been wearing them daily since they arrived in the mail. Click HERE to view.

Tank Top. A total Free People dupe and I can't even tell the difference because the quality Is that good. I have this in a couple different color and is my tank of the summer. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:18:11 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Midi Dress. I wore this to a church and a couple grad parties last weekend. So comfy and has pockets! Also very flattering I would say, win win! Click HERE to look.

String Lights. These string lights have been my #1 light for years now! They hold up super well and give the best ambience. Click HERE to look.

Solar Lights. We put these all over the backside at the Lakeside including on the dock and my goodness just that add the magical touch! Click HERE to look.

Adirondack Chairs. I love how low maintenance these chairs are! We have them at all 3 properties we have on the lake and love them! Click HERE to look.

Beautiful Bible. The Bible I use every single day! Click HERE to look.

FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 18:42:10 GMT

Father's Day Gift Guide

Father's Day is right around the corner, and we all know how tricky men can be to buy for! Here are some of Ryan's favorite things that he uses daily and swears by!

Starting out strong with Ryan's most beloved item, The Work Tunes. He wears these every single day as they have the noise cancelling feature for all the loud tools he works with as well as being able to listen to music, podcast or live sports games.

This Tree Trimmer is quite handy to have around! It can reach 15 feet tall, so you can be on the ground and still reach very high up!

FIrestarters. These suckers are so convenient. We use these outside for campfire or in the winter for out wood fireplace. Great if you are looking for something else to add to a gift for him!

Shoes can be tricky for county fellas we have found out. We found these On Clouds and Ryan actually loves them. They are comfortable and go with lots of outfit pairings we found out!

Retractable Extension Cord. Winner Winner! These retractable cords are amazing for keeping in the garage for no more cords laying all over the floor.

Andar is always on our gift guides. With their quality leather goods, it's a perfect gift to gift someone that will last for many years!

We call this the Zip Zip around here! Another great tool for the guy in your life that is one he maybe doesn't already have!

Bit Holder . Another great gadget to pop in with another gift for Father's Day!

We are big Dewalt fans around here with the quality of products they produces we really like ! This speaker is always on the job site with Ryan. The boys use it for taking on the fishing boat as well. Super durable!

Car Charger . Great for someone that is in the car a lot or for long road trips! Multiple features on this one including the extra-long charger cord that retracts right back in when done using!

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 30 May 2024 15:40:21 GMT

Favorite link of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Grass Paint . Last year it was so dry here in the Midwest that yes, yes I did paint my grass! This product really is amazing. Click HERE to look.

Boxwoods. These are the cutest little boxwoods you ever did see! Perfect for the front view at the Lakeside Cottage. Click HERE to look.

Steam / Iron. This is our new favorite gadget for cleaning at the lakeside! So perfect for rentals, perfect for ironing your sheets at home too;) Click HERE to look.

Sticker Bible Plan. As we just started our new Bible challenge, I love using this for the front of my Bible to check off each morning after I read. Click HERE to view.

Garden Lights . These solar lights are the only thing that we bought for the garden this year. They magnet right onto the raised beds! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 23 May 2024 19:48:01 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Paint Sprayer. I have used this paint sprayer for so many projects!! It is the best one that I've found for smaller projects. I used it on a fence this week and it worked like a charm. Click HERE to look.

Rug. Read here to find out all the details on this amazing rug I added to our home. Click HERE to look.

Sunglasses. Im a sucker for sunglasses, but I like the cheapies as they tend to break or get scratched. These are my favorites this summer so far! Click HERE to look.

Tank top. This is a total look for less that I have in a few colors now because, so soft and a perfect summer staple. Click HERE to look.

Boucle Chair. Albany Parks does it again with this beautiful boucle chairs, that is beyond cozy all while holding the structure still perfectly. They are running a sale right now, so check them out! Click HERE to look.

THE KITCHEN AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:43:49 GMT

The Kitchen at the Lakeside Cottage

This room is the last and final room at the lakeside to be completed before being ready to go!!

I can't believe we are on this side of the project. Alot of TLC has gone into this little cottage on the lake, it had my heart from day one and that still remains! I literally have poured my blood, sweat and tears into every single area of this little cabin.

Before

After

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After

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After

The first plan of action was to change the layout, it was a no no for me to be staring into a black hole while doing the dishes. I wanted to be able to enjoy the stunning view while being in the kitchen!! So moving the sink to the peninsula was a must. It completely changes the feel of this space.

The showstopper and what I worked this entire kitchen around are these Coldspring Countertops ! I went with the bold, Calcatta Verona, which is a marble look alike but it's actually quartz, perfect for a rental with it being much more durable with no upkeep. Coldspring is an amazing company to work alongside, with also an amazing, gorgeous product selection!

I shared our entire process of touring where they make the countertops, touring the showroom as well as touring the actual sights where the granite comes from on my Instagram and saved it into a highlight, so you don't miss it!

I knew I was going to go BOLD with these countertops. I had many different inspiration photos and when I saw this in the showroom, I knew it was the ones I had been dreaming about!

C&D granite did the fabricating, and they made the edge 2" thick for me and I think that makes all the difference. I wanted it to look very chunky and bold!

I'm beyond happy with the results!

Shelfology shelfs are a dream! I love that you can customize their shelves to any size and they hold so much weight which is huge! I got the Radius Shelf with the curved corners in the concrete look. How sleek and beautiful are they?! Huge bonus is that they are super easy to put up.... Watch this video for a few more details!

The best part is they gave me a code to share!! Use my code SHELF-ARMY-PROVERBSTHIRTYONEGIRL for 10% off your order!

How stinken adorable are these scalloped glasses?! I snagged they this week, they are under $20 and real glass!

I had never done this Bead Paneling before. It is now one of my favorites and I want to put it in my own house!! It's the right amount of texture and movement without being too busy.

It comes in sheets and is very user friendly for installing!

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Marble Utensil Holder

Round Cutting Board

Gold Rim Wine Glasses

Gold Flush Mount Light

The cabinet color is called Granite by Pittsburg Paints.

A little more insight on this window bench area, watch the REEL here!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:16:45 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Dusk to Dawn Light . I needed a pop of white outside at the Lakeside on the deck, these look adorable and just what I was looking for! They took 5 minutes to put up, score! Click HERE to look.

Kids Bible. Both Beckett and Ruby love this Bible and have for years. Perfect for littles! Click HERE to look.

Scalloped Glasses. These Drew Barrymore glasses sold me right away! They are a great size and the pricing great I think for a set of 4 real glass glasses! They look adorable on open shelving. Click HERE to look.

Loloi Rug . I've been dying to use this rug somewhere ever since I saw it and our cabin was the perfect spot! It is so soft and cozy!

I got the 7x9 size.. Click HERE to look.

String Lights. My favorite outdoor lights. They are commercial grade, you can hang them without wire, and they are the perfect glow. I had mine for 3 years at home and they are still going strong, except some of the bulbs that got taken out by hail LOL. Click HERE to look.

Pushing through the hard - Parenting

Sat, 11 May 2024 16:17:24 GMT

Lately you have been seeing a lot of Kynlee of IG and everyone loves seeing the close relationship we have, but it hasn't always been that way....

So I wanted to take a minute to write this blog post to encourage any moms who are going through a hard spot with their child right now, that to persevere through is WORTH IT! And to not just give up.

Starting around age 11 Kynlee started getting really hard for us. I know the pre-teen years can bring extra hormones and drama, but I was feeling like I had no idea what I was doing parenting anymore. When they are younger it seemed so much easier to me. Make boundaries, be consistent, have consequences, raise good kids. And the algorithm seemed to be working awesome. We always loved being around our kids, we weren't embarrassed to take them in public, we got compliments on how well behaved they were. We were confident in what we were doing.

Until it weren't.

All of a sudden I found myself with a pre-teen daughter that changed up the algorithm on me. My status quo parenting techniques weren't working. And we weren't quite sure what to do or how to pivot. I found myself at a loss and also not enjoying my child, which was the most heart-breaking feeling of them all.

It wasn't like Kynlee was being terrible, but there was disrespect where there hadn't been before, she didn't seem to care what we said or how we felt, and we would catch her lying to us many times. It seemed like her innocent joy had left her. And I'm sure some of you reading this are quite surprised hearing this because of the Kynlee you see on IG, one 4 years later that looks drastically different than what I am describing. And that's why I decided to write this post, because looking back I am SO GLAD we didn't give up on her, we didn't GIVE IN to her, and we never stopped LOVING her.

It was actually at a Classical Conversations day that a mom I looked up to that has 3 daughters a stage above mine shared a piece of advice that stuck with me. She said, whatever you do, DON'T LOSE THEIR HEARTS. That little statement has a lot of weight to it and also had me thinking, but how do I keep her heart when it seems so far away. And when I really sat on that I realized that through the hard, I still needed to not only keep her heart and influence over her life, but also train her heart. Because I don't know about you, but an 11 year olds heart can be very deceitful. The thoughts that come into it aren't usually based on a solid foundation or grounded in truth. And even though they have big feelings and they need to be validated, they also need to be corrected.

I think as a culture and a society today, we have bended our convictions as parents, we've bended our boundaries, to make our kids happy. And if we know what happiness is, it doesn't last. It's a hit of dopamine that's there for a minute and gone the next. But if we can train them and teach them how to have true JOY, then we have something that lasts and doesn't waver with circumstances around us.

So instead of giving up and allowing her to retreat to her bedroom or entertain her with friends who constantly understood her and validated her heart, we made sure to keep her a part of the family. To let her know she was needed and she was wanted. We put healthy boundaries on friendships and alone time.

We stayed true to our convictions that we had about social media and smartphones and said no when she asked because everyone has it and she's left out. We kept our home a safe place where there weren't 100 voices in her back pocket at all times and she could run to find whatever voice she wanted to hear at the moment.

We treated her the same as the rest of the kids, even when it was harder to be around her. I especially found myself having to preach "his mercies are new every morning" and wake up with a heart full of forgiveness and grace toward her. A blank slate from what the day before held. And this is something that is really hard for me to do, so it was a struggle at first, but something that proved to be very powerful.

And we continued to keep communication open, even when it seemed one sided. We stayed consistent in our parenting, we stayed consistent in our boundaries, we stayed consistent in our long term view for our kids and our family. Which is to raise kids who love God and love others. It is so hard, but the more you can look at the long term goal, the final outcome instead of the instant day to day gratification, it shapes and molds your parenting in a different way.

And now, as an almost 15 year old, I am so happy to report that I love being around Kynlee. She's one of the funniest kids I know. She brings a smile to my face daily, we laugh often, and we get each other. And just last night I was talking to hear about this post I was making. I said, remember when we weren't' very close and our relationship was hard? And she giggled and said "yeah." And it was almost as though she was embarrassed at how she acted. But it wasn't that, it was just that her heart needed some training. She needed boundaries she didn't want. She needed consistency she was fighting against, and she needed to know she would be loved always. She told me that she never felt like I treated her different than the other kids. That we stayed true with our parenting even in the hard. And honestly that was like balm to my soul because I felt for awhile like I was messing up big time, like I was ruining it, and that we would never be close.

So this is me telling you moms-put the work in, do the hard, keep the end goals and don't cave to cultures guidelines or your childs heart. And from the other side I'll tell you, it was worth it:)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 10 May 2024 21:24:40 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Free People Dupe Tank Top. Dupes can be tricky sometimes, this one is a totally score! The quality is great. I ordered another one I loved this cream on so much. Click HERE to look.

Aerie Sweater. This sweater is a recent find, it's a great in between seasons option to have in your closet. I as well got this in another color because it is such a great staple. Click HERE to view.

Animal Bed . Come on how adorable is this dog or cat bed? I couldn't pass this up when I saw it! Rusty our cat is in love with it as well. Click HERE to view.

Large Planter. This planter is a best seller every year and sells out so quick, everyone loves it so much!! It's under $20 too! A total look for less, amazing! Click HERE to look.

Tile. This is the tile I just put up this week over at the Lakeside Cottage in the kitchen. I am in love! It's timeless and even more beautiful with a lighter grout. Click HERE to look.

THE LIVING ROOM AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Sat, 04 May 2024 17:38:09 GMT

The living room at the Lakeside Cottage

The Lakeside is so close to being finished!! Wow I can't even believe we are at this point! It has been such a special experience to renovate this little cottage.

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After

I DIY this frame and it became the perfect pop that I had wished it would be in this living room! View the frame tutorial right HERE.

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After

With this room being so long and narrow, I had to get really creative on the furniture layout. Swivel chairs were a must as they are in the middle of the living room and the kitchen. I was drawn to the heather pattern in the material of these barrel chairs. I think they work just perfect!

We love this Albany Park Sofa ! We had this one in our living room for a while and it was Ryans favorite. It's so comfortable but has structure to it so you don't sink in! Win win for everyone!

Making sure we have enough seating in here I snagged 2 of these white and gold base ottomans that will double as foot stools for the couch!

Living Room Sources

White and Gold foot stool

Black Coffee Table

TV Light

Marble Coaster

Gold Candle Stick Holder

Stripe Pillow

Couch Large Throw Pillow

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 03 May 2024 20:11:48 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl.com

Tineco . Oh Tineco you have my heart! It's a wet vac. So it vacuums and mops at the same time. It doesn't get much better than that! Click HERE to look.

Planter . I am so happy Walmart brought back this planter this year! It looks so high end and is under $20! Click HERE to look.

Dusk to Dawn. These dusk to dawn light bulbs are an amazing invention! Click HERE to look.

Faux Flowers. I still can't believe how good these faux hydrangeas are, and they are huge! This is year 2 of me keeping them outside all summer long and they have held up awesome. Click HERE to look.

Coffee Maker . If you know me you know how much a love this coffee maker and don't go long without this. To show you how much I love it, I bring it on vacation when we roadtrip HEHE!! It makes the best coffee in my option! Click HERE to look.

JOIN US! Read the Bible Through in a year starting June 1st!

Wed, 01 May 2024 16:59:10 GMT

4 years ago I starting challenging myself to read the Bible through in a year....

One year it took me two years, but I am happy to say that at the end of this month I will finish reading the Bible through cover to cover 3 times. I was 36 years old when I started and these are the things I realized....

* I had a better understanding of who God is.

* I found myself finding peace as the world was getting more out of control.

* It often changed my mood and set my perspective on things above.

* It has helped my marriage.

* It has helped my parenting.

* It has opened up communication daily between my family and I.

* It has built our families foundation stronger.

* It has instilled a love for the Word INTO MY KIDS!

I truly wish I would have started this daily practice earlier in my motherhood. It's amazing to see how it has affected my younger kids. Since last year Beckett has read through 2 different Bibles and is now reading it through the 3rd time, this time in a real full length Bible. He often comes down the stairs, Bible in hand, pulls his chair up next to me and starts reading. It's the most special thing ever. I truly believe that kids can be influenced by us in the best ways possible if we are intentional in how we are influencing them. I know that Beckett saw how important the Bible was to me, and thought it should be important to him as well. We want to build strong foundations for our families, we want our kids to look different than the world. We want them to be set apart, and the truth is, is that if we desire that for our kids, than we need to make sure we are leading by example. Because they notice.

Ruby has just gotten to the point that she can start to read her Bible on her own and shes so very excited about it. I am praying she has a love for the Word of God like her big brother, and I love that we can talk about what we are reading every day and the conversations it opens up are faith building and intentional.

So if you want to be intentional in your home. If you want to find peace the world can't offer. If you want to know God in a deeper way and grow in your relationship with Him, then JOIN US! There's nothing you have to DO, except to commit to print off this FREE reading plan and commit to spending 15 minutes a day being in the Word .

So write it on your calendar, grab a buddy to do it with you, and get excited for June 1st when we dig into God's Word and learn more about Him!

PS - If you need a Bible for you or someone in your family, I wrote a blog post with all of our favorite Bibles, from small to big, HERE !

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THE PORCH AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 02:44:46 GMT

The Porch at the Lakeside Cottage

This is the first space you walk into at the Lakeside. We knew that maximizing the square footage of this little cottage was going to be key. So right away it was a no brainer to turn the porch into the dining/game area. Its access it right off the kitchen and it has some of the best views in the place with so many windows. Many memories are going to be made at this table I can just feel it!

This was my vison board for the room before evening starting to get my hands on it.

I would still LOVE to put beams in here someday! But for now this is the reveal!

Before

After

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After

It is no surprise that I love these floor pop peel and stick tiles so much. I used them in our cabin porch as well as the bathroom here at Lakeside. When I first started to think about the design of each room, I knew for sure that I was going to use these floor pops.

It took me a little over an hour to lay down the peel and stick! Each color of the tiles comes separate. You can find the black one HERE and the light one HERE. It cost $200 for the flooring in this room, the character it gives now makes my heart swoon!

When I shared the reveal on this porch space on Instagram the amount of love for this ceiling light was so exciting! It really is such a great finishing feature. This room has very tall ceilings, so it was so fun for me to shop for a light like this!

We dont have much storage in this little cabin so creating storage where we can be a huge factor in the process. I came across this beautiful black cabinet and fell in love right away knowing this would be the place for it to store household cleaning accessories.

Sources

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:41:29 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Remote Light Bulb. Why have I not thought of the sooner?! Ryan showed me these and I was blown away. Perfect for all my lights that aren't wired. Click HERE to look.

Window Shade. Perfect window share for any room! Click HERE to look.

Water bead toy gun . Apparently these are all of the rage now my boy informed me. Tate and Beckett used their $ to each get one of these this week and they have been using them every day since! Click HERE to look.

Ceiling Light . The living room light that went up in the Lakeside living room recently! Reveal coming soon!! Click HERE to look.

Fluting. I get asked for this fluting multiple times a day! I used this all over at the Lakeside and I'm in love!! I simple yet statement way to dress up a space. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 20:22:49 GMT

The favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Walmart Jeans. A total score! Adorable front pockets to dress up the jeans to make they different in their own way. AND they are insanely stretchy. Click HERE to look.

Rippled Cup. I went into Walmart the other day for the first time in a while and scored a few things! including these cups that will live on some open shelving! Click HERE to look.

Metal Bowl. Another find was this white metal bowl that I am swoon by! The sizing is wonderful for fresh fruit, a serving dish or a fun decor piece. Click HERE to look.

Gold Silverware. I love me some gold silverware and I snagged these for the kitchen at The Lakeside Rental! They will go perfect in that space. Click HERE to look.

Prayer Challenge. I started doing a prayer challenge for each of my kids. Starting with our oldest Tate as he just got his license ;( making me realize time is fleeting. Being intentional is so important, and this book helps so much! Click HERE to look.

FAITH OVER FEAR

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 22:37:31 GMT

Faith over fear

Ever since hearing that quote I can't stop thinking on how true it is. And to be honest with you, there have been seasons of my life where I let the fear of the future steal my peace. I looked at where our country is heading, I looked at the world my kids are growing up in, I looked at the hopelessness all around me, and I can easily swing into a state of darkness.

BUT....

Then when I look back and see how God has been FAITHFUL. Faithful through the death of my daughter. Faithful through the death of my dad. Faithful when I jeopardized my own business to be obedient to what God laid on my heart. He never disappointed. Even though I walked through circumstances that could have wrecked a person. He never left me. So if God can literally get me through the shadows of the valley of death, He can get me through anything that comes my way in the future. He does not disappoint.

As we have been reading through the Bible this year (yay if you are with me!) the one thing that stood out to me was how often God reminded the Israelites of how faithful He was. He continually goes back and tells them how He delivered them out of the hands of Pharaoh. How he provided for all of their needs during their 40 years of wandering in the desert. How he fulfilled his promise He gave to Abraham and Isaac. How he multiplied them to more than the stars in the universe. He wanted them to write this on their hearts. To share it with their kids. To pass it down to all their future generations. They made it into a song and were told to celebrate it every year.

It is imperative for our peace and our joy that we remember How faithful God is. That we look back in our lives and see what God has done for us. That we stand firm on the promises that He gives us in His word and that we testify to His goodness when we are faced with fear of the future. I added just a couple of the verses that are so great to memorize to help us look back with faith instead of to the future with fear. Meditate on them, memorize them, hide them in your heart so that you can stand on them when trouble comes your way.

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging."

Psalm 46:1-3

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

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The enemy would want nothing more than to come and steal our peace. It paralyzes us. It stops us from living out the calling God has placed on us. It handicaps us from speaking life into our families and building with confidence on the firm foundation that God has given us. So today, instead of looking into the future with fear, look back in faith and walk in the confidence knowing God is with you, that He will use you, and He is ALWAYS faithful to those who put their trust in Him!

DIY FRAME

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:08:35 GMT

DIY Frame

After purchasing a pre-made frame for our 32" tv in Sweet Caroline, and spending $550 on it, I decided I am going to try my hand at making my own. I can not believe how easy it was. It only took me 1 hour and cost me just a little over $80. It actually was so easy I ended up making 2! One for our regular tv in the bedroom at Lakeside Cottage and one for our frame tv in our living room. They really do work for any flat screen tv. You can find the supplies you will need listed below.

Supplies List

Gold Rub N Buff

Elastic

Wood Filler

Metal Corner Braces

3 - 1x3x8 pine boards

3 - 1x4x8 decorative trim boards (window or door trim)

Black spray paint

1/2" wood screws

Circular Saw

Air Nailer with 1" and 2" nails

Wood Glue

Step By Step

I actually made a video tutorial on IG that shows the whole process. I am a visual learner so I thought that would be the most helpful. I also wrote out the step by step process on the post as well. So check it out HERE.

You can find the artwork I uploaded to the tv HERE . This only works if you have a frame tv.

Can you believe that's a tv? The chunky gold frame disguises it so well. I added the photo of the frame I made for the bedroom tv as well below. I am not always a huge fan of a tv in a bedroom so one that looks like a piece of art is a great compromise!

I can't wait for you to try your hand at making your own tv frame! Make sure to tag me (@proverbsthirtyongirl) on IG if you do!! It's my favorite to see your Allie inspired projects as well:)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:35:26 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Outdoor Set. I shared this set while putting it together this week out at the Lakeside Cottage. How cute is it?! It is the perfect fit for out at the lake. Click HERE to look.

Joggers. These were a huge hit this week for myself and many of you! They are so super comfortable and great quality material. Big score! Click HERE to look.

Flourish Necklace . This beautiful butterfly necklace launched in the Proverbs31girl Jewlery shop. Make sure to check it out before they are no longer available. Click HERE to look.

Bubble Light . I styled this in the porch at the Lakeside and it 100% complete the space! Check out my Instagram to see how I styled it.

Click HERE to look.

Piano. Kynlee got this piano for Christmas this past year, she had been begging for one but I wasn't ready to have an ugly piano somewhere in the house;) I came across this one< how stinken cute!! She loves it and keeps it in her room learning new songs every day! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:04:39 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Sconce Light. Cutie little sconce lights for anywhere, perfect for a kids room or bunk room! Click HERE to look.

Pleated Curtains . I got these curtains for both bedrooms at The Lakeside Cottage and I am in love. You won't believe the price of these; it will make you all in love over more with them ;) plus they come in tons of colors. Click HERE to look.

Stools. These bad boys come in and out like crazy, they are a very hot item right now! I snagged them for the lakeside cottage and I am in love! Click HERE to look.

Bunk Beds. I am so happy we went with this Bunk Bed set for a room in one of our soon to be rentals! For all the details check out this recent BLOG POST. Click HERE to view.

Prayer Challenge. These are still a favorite the last few weeks and we still have some available in book form as well as digital downloads! Click HERE to look.

THE MASTER BEDROOM AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 22:34:09 GMT

The Master Bedroom at the Lakeside Cottage

I wanted to step outside the box with this Lakeside project and do some bolder moves that maybe I maybe wasn't sure I'd do in my home but have recently loved!! Well I am so happy I did so because wow, the results are stunning!

Let's see what you think of the finished Master Bedroom!

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After

Below I shared my vision board of what I had imaged in my head before starting this room Oh My!! It totally came to life!!

The box molding is the real shiner here! You can find the step by step DIY tutorial on my Instagram highlight is you are wanting to create that in a space too!

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After

We had planned on doing a small closet door, but then realized how that's not very functional for a smaller space + we wanted to create as much space as possible! We decided to go the curtain route and the color of the curtain matched perfectly.

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This the view from standing In the doorway, I may just stand here all day long!!

Let's talk about the TV Frame should we? I saw an Instagram friend DIY a frame like this (I will put that DIY blog post HERE )

When seeing that I thought "I need to make one for the bedroom at Lakeside!" I did dumb it down and decided to wing some of the process, as well as a little error with the gold spray paint. Don't worry my faithful rub n puff came to the rescue! (favorite color is european gold.)

I used may hands to rub in the buff to make it look more antique with a black base. I am obsessed!! I may love it so much that I'm going to make another for a different spot, Stay tuned;)

These Amazon pleated curtains elevated the look SO MUCH. I used them in the bunk room as well. It's always a good feeling when your vision comes to life and you love it just as much as you hoped you would! Find the links to everything below.

My Vision

Bedroom Links

*Wall color is Dusky Gray by Dutch Boy Paints

THE BUNKROOM AT LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 15:07:58 GMT

The Bunkroom at Lakeside Cottage

This second room at The Lakeside Cottage is complete!! eekkk!! I am beyond excited to be at this point in the process of renovating this property. This little room was tiny and dark with it's chocolate brown walls. It felt super uninviting. We painted all of the walls and trim the color Locally Grown, by Magnolia Paints, which instantly brightened it.

Let's take a trip down memory lane for some before and afters to remember what it looked like in the beginning..

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After

The bunk beds were a game changer in here. This room is small but we needed it to function big! When I found these bunk beds I was so excited that we could fit a full queen underneath and sleep 3 comfortably. I wanted this room to be playful and fun for kids, but also sophisticated enough for adults to be comfortable in here as well.

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After

It is no secret how much we love Beddys around here!! If I see the opportunity to use them, you best believe I will be!

I thought for having bunkbeds in here how smart that would be for washing often, super easy removable and applying fresh and clean! I fell in love with this pattern which is called "Monroe."

Use Code ALLIE for 20% off of your order,

I found this fun arch cabinet on amazon, and I love the style of it but it was a bugger to put together. We finally got it and it works great for extra storage, clothes, games, bedding, whatever you need!

How cute is this little Teddy Ottoman in the corner. Since this is a kid's room as well, we wanted to have a few toys to play with! This little guy holds some fun toys inside. Perfect spot to store toys!

The statement of this room is the wall candy! The stunning Wall Blush product that I am fully in love with! I had envisioned a calm statement for this room knowing the bunk beds would be going in front of it. But wow it still speaks for itself.

It is called Marsh linked here . Use code ALLIE40 for 40% off.

My Vision

Bunkroom Links

Beddys Bedding (Code ALLIE for 20% off)

Wall Art. Called Monroe. (Code ALLIE40 for 40% off)

Check out the REEL of this too with some really adorable models ;)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:55:30 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Magnet Tiles. This activity is fun for all ages, really! Young kiddos love them as long as our teens will play around and create things as well! A great item to have on hand for all ages! Click HERE to look.

Olive Tree. We all love a good olive tree don't we?! This is the best price I've seen on one for the height! Click HERE to look.

Raycons . These are my personal favorite ear buds! I have trouble with any other ear buds staying in my ears, these are the first ones I've found that stay put and don't fall out! So I am a Raycon girly through and through! Click HERE to look.

Coffee Maker. The best coffee maker in all of the land in my book! While I vacation I missed my coffee at home so much because of this guy. I've had this one for years and it has remained my favorite since. It comes with many great different button options for how every you like you daily coffee. I will never go without;) Click HERE to look.

30 Day Prayer Challenge - Kids Version. We are so excited still to have released this prayer challenge last week! Read all about my "why' behind it in my recent blog post! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 18:07:40 GMT

The favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Vacuum/Mop . Surprise my favorite new gadget is on the favorites this week again because it really is that good! You may need to check it out. Click HERE to look.

Hammock. We have this at our Cabin and boy is it a hot spot all summer! I just ordered 2 more of them because they are so fun to have and the price is right! Click HERE to look.

Car Charger. This car changer is so cool! The charging cord pulls out and goes right back when not using it so no mess with all the cords everywhere. + it comes with 2 charging cords! Click HERE to look.

The Action Bible . Beckett just finished this Bible while we've been on vacation! He loved the way it's like a comic and the stories comes alive in imagination while reading! Click HERE to look.

Walkie Talkie. The kids brought these on vacation with us, they have been so nice to have if the kids go to the shuffle boards or the pickle ball court because these reach such a long ways! Fun for all ages. Click HERE to look.

30 DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE KID'S VERSION AVAILABLE NOW

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:11:25 GMT

30 Day Prayer Challenge - Kid's Version Now Available

I'm so excited to share this resource with you all after much anticipation from our last couple prayer challenges, we've done together as a community on Instagram! I've added many of the testimonials below, but it's amazing to see how God works when we get on our knees, humble ourselves, and cry out to God. Prayer is not the last thing we can do, it's the most IMPORTANT thing we can do, and in faith we know it is fighting spiritual battles on our behalf that we don't realize are happening. I wanted to put this challenge to print so that anyone can do it at anytime and be intentional to stay on track!

In the book you will find 30 prayer prompts, scripture to back up each one, and a prayer I wrote specifically for that day. And what I think is the best part, is the empty page for you to write your own prayer. I know God loves to hear our voices, and I have so many people say they don't know how to pray. Prayer doesn't need to be any fancy words or correct sayings, its just all about your heart and the position it is in. Have a conversation with God. Lay down your burdens, admit your faults, draw near to Him and He will draw near to you! I also love that you can go back and read your prayers and hopefully see what the Lord has done to answer those prayers, days, weeks, even years later!

I used a spiral bound book for this resource so it was easy to write in, but also so that each day you could flip it open to the verse and mediate on it all day. They are pretty enough to set it out somewhere where you will see it and it will remind you to be persistent in prayer!

Testimonies

1. "Hi Allie, I wanted to let you know I really appreciate this 30-day prayer challenge for our kids. Mine are 2 & 4 and we are in the thick of tantrums. It's been a roller-coaster! I felt myself change through this challenge and daily felt the Holy Spirit bring to mind the prior prayers of patient, joy, child's faith, peace. Just yesterday my son stopped in an emotional moment and said” Mommy, should we pray?" It was such a great moment!! I will probably start this challenge over starting tomorrow!!"

2. “I've seen, felt and heard a difference in not only my kids but also and maybe more in my heart attitude, but defiantly in theirs too. Thank you so much for leading us in this prayer challenge!”

3. “I've been thinking about how this prayer challenge has changed me more I think because I've been thinking about the things, I've been praying for my children which in turn is nudging me to be better in the areas that I want to help facilitate in my children. Like being patient with them and having more conversations with them about who they will marry, making those conversations we have more regular. There has been changes in myself as a parent, so thank you!”

4. “I have noticed such a difference in my child over the last couple of weeks and first thought to myself” wow, he's really growing up and maturing" but then later remembered the prayer challenge! How quickly and easily the enemy tries to make us forget where the credit goes. God is working in our home and I'm seeing it right before my very eyes. Thank you, Lord, for this prayer challenge!!! What a blessing to my family!"

Thank you so much for being a part of everything we do! We are so excited to see how God is going to use this resource to literally break bondage, restore relationships, and fight battles on our behalf within our families. Praying alongside of you always!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:28:22 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved link this week on - Proverbs31girl

Mop/Vacuum . My new best friend! It works so slick, cleaning the floors so well. I was amazed at the dirty water that came up at the end LOL. I take this to the cabin, our rentals etc! I loved it so much I had to gift one to Mama Sue! She loves it just as much. Click HERE to look.

Topiary Trees. Who loves no maintenance greens? ME!! These are what we have at our place, and we love them! They are a little bit pricer but remember you don't have to buy greens again they so it's a great investment in my book! Click HERE to look.

Study Bible. I will never go without a study Bible again! They are so helpful while reading giving so much great context! Not to mention this is the most beautiful Bible inside. Click HERE to look.

Solar Lights. The perfect sideway / outdoor lights! We kept ours out all winter and they still work amazing and are in great shape. The price is right for these bad boys! Click HERE to look.

Black Planter. This planter is LARGE and insane good price for the size that it is! I may have grabbed a few of these for the exterior of a few locations! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:36:32 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this last week on - Proverbs31girl

Skort Dress. Kynlee got this cutie this past week for our upcoming trip. It's little dress with built in shorts under neath! It comes in many different colors too. Click HERE to look.

Bunk Bed. I revealed my vision for the final bedroom at The Lakeside Cottage. This bunk bed being a big part of the statement in the room! Click HERE to look.

Red One Piece Suit. When you find a score for a swimsuit you don't keep it a secret! This one is that for me, a fun summer color, flattering, good booty coverage, and a low back! WIN WIN! Click HERE to look.

Mary Ruth Elderberry. We take this daily around here and let me tell you, it really does work! We swear by it especially during the cold winter months! Use my code MROALLIEL for 20% off! Click HERE to look.

Coverup . We head to Florida in a couple weeks, so I was on the hunt for a couple of things! The super nice this about purchasing pool outfit items is that we spend more of our summer at the lake so our whole family gets good use of those purchases! I grabbed this cutie for myself! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 15:57:04 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Batter Dispenser. We use this when we are making pancakes. No mess, Fun to use and the kids love it!! Win win for mamas and kids! Click HERE to look.

Wood Fluting. Did you see my project that I shared this week?? You will want to view it here!!

Click HERE to shop fluting.

Gold Light. This light lives at the Lakeside in the living room and kitchen. We love it!! Click HERE to look.

Corduroy Pant . I have recently found my new to go pant! These pants have some stitching in the front that makes them super flattering! I liked mine so much I did grab a black pair as well! Great for all my tall girlies too! Click HERE to look,

Kids Devotional. We love this devotional around here! I often get asked about devos for kiddos, this one is great! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 19:43:50 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Proverbs31girl Jewelry. This week we had a sale on the shop!! Go check it out while supplies last! Click HERE to look.

Hair Growth Oil. I have recently gotta happy comments on my hair growth lately and wow does that mean a lot coming from my past couple of years hair journey! This hair oil has helped so much - I try to use it daily as instructed. The price point for this is amazing for how well it works! Click HERE to look.

Blow up Tent. Looking for an activity for you kids during the long winter months? I've got a winner for you! The perfect indoor activity for littles! Click HERE to look.

Basketball Hoop. This was a Christmas gift for Beckett. We got it hung in the boys room this past week, it's a hit to say the least! I didn't hesitate on putting it in their room because it's the prettiest hoop I've ever seen LOL. Click HERE to look.

Pleated Curtains . These are the Lakeside Master Bedroom curtains! They are a traditional look with the pleating throughout. A large selling point for me besides the great quality of them but they are black out curtains with is a must for me! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:12:16 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Gold Switch Cover. I love a cheap way to add a little something to an empty area. I put this cover in the Lakeside bathroom to add that little pop for a very inexpensive result! Click HERE to look.

Swivel Chair. This chair is worth far more than the pricing. We have 2 of these in our Great room, they have worn well and continue to be a favorite not only for the cozy & swivel but for the look too. Click HERE to look.

Ceiling Fan. The master bedroom bath the Lakeside Cottage got this beautiful fan added to the room this week. It has remote control power which is huge as well as it because so gorgeous. Ceiling fans are tricky to make pretty but this one takes the cake for me! Click HERE to look.

Toilet Bowl Brush. Walmart killed it with this black and gold toilet bowl brush! Click HERE to look.

Bread Pans. There are my go to sourdough baking pans. They don't stick!! They are silicone so they pop right out without any tearing of the bread. That's a big score in my book! Click HERE to look.

BATHROOM REMODEL AT THE LAKESIDE COTTAGE

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 18:53:15 GMT

Lakeside Cottage Bathroom Before & After

The Lakeside Cottage has one bathroom in the cute 1,000+ square foot place. So I wanted to create a dreamy bathroom that has all the functions you need but also needed to stick within the budget we had set for the room.

Let's check out the before

and the after!

Knowing we wanted to maintain a tight budget, we decided to keep the tub since it was in pretty good shape, and just replace the surround that definitely looked dated. Ryan put a new surround in and once he did that, the tub looked pretty yellow in comparison, so we actually bought Rustoleum's tub and tile spray paint and gave the tub 3 coats of that and now the whole shower looks brand new!

I found the surround from Menards. They had so many to choose from but I really liked the simple design of this one.

Another before...

and after!

After we got the new surround in, we ripped out the flooring and took out the toilet and vanity. I decided to also save on the flooring since I knew I was splurging on the wall tile. So I ended up using this peel and stick flooring and laid it in a checkerboard pattern. I'm so in love and the floor only cost me $60 to do! I always get so much feedback on putting peel and stick in a bathroom, but I did this in our kids bathroom over a year ago now, they splash in the tub and rarely use a bath mat when they get out, and it's held up great. So I am a believer and love the end result!

I still think this peel and stick flooring is my favorite part of the room, one because it only cost $60 and 2, because it only took 30 minutes to install and all I needed was a scissors! You can find the charcoal squares HERE and the tan squares HERE .

before...

and after!

This handcrafted zellinge tile is EVERYTHING! I got it from Alexander James Tile Shop and it did not disappoint. Note: If you are a perfectionist you might struggle with this tile. Each tile is unique in height and thickness so you have to embrace the imperfections, and that's what makes it so unique and full of texture. There are so many ways you can arrange the tiles, but lately I have loved the stacked look and decided to do that in here.

before...

and after!

Another area I saved on was the vanity. I found this in stock vanity from Home Depot and couldn't believe the price tag! It was only $299 and came with the solid surface countertop. A huge score and also budget saver. To make it look a little more original I swapped out he stock hardware and added these pulls with these backplates. It instantly gave it a boost and no one would know how inexpensive it is!

I actually loved the bead board wall that was in the bathroom and decided to keep it for a little extra visual interest. I painted the walls the color "Blanched" by Magnolia Paints and it's the perfect warmer creamy color.

The Budget Breakdown & All The Links

Zellinge tiles: $1000

Vanity: $299

Tub Surround: $325

Peel and Stick Flooring/black: $30

Peel And Stick Flooring/Beige: $30

Tub Spray Paint: $40

Gallon of paint: $35

Lighting: $145

Mirror: $80

Art: $17

Toilet Paper Holder: $15

Towel Bar: $50

2 Canisters: $25

Tray for Toilet: $15

Tub/Shower Faucet: $218

Shampoo & Conditioner bottles: $25

Shower Curtain Rod: $24

Shower Curtain: $30

Hardware for Vanity: $28

Waste Basket: $20

Soap Dispenser: $10

Vanity Faucet: $37

1 Gallon of Paint: $35

Total: $2533

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:25:35 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Set of Soaps. I got this Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash set for the Lakeside Cottage for guests to use! Not only functional but always pretty! Would be perfect for an open glass shower! Click HERE to look.

Scrubber. This is a recent find that has been a big changer in our cleaning game (even the kids like to use it!) We use It in our shower, stovetop, baseboards etc. It comes with MANY different attachments that make it so easy to use for many areas. Step up your cleaning game with this and it actually makes tasks go so much faster than hand scrubbing! Click HERE to look.

Eye Gels. Kynlee and I love our Maree patches and use them multiple times a week together! We tend to do them at night time while watching a movie or having a spa night. Click HERE to look.

Sherpa Pullover. Yup, yes I did get another one because I haven't taken the orange one I got off LOL. So another color it is! The price is right and boy oh boy are they so comfortable, hence why I haven't taken mind off!! Click HERE to look.

Towel Rack. This towel rack lives in the bathroom at the Lakeside Cottage. Such a cute way to display bathroom accessories if you are limited for storage! Click HERE to look.

LET'S CLEAN THE HOUSE TOGETHER

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 16:08:36 GMT

Let's clean together!

After working so much at Lakeside Cottage, I have realized my home has been a bit neglected. I took some time after getting the bathroom done to whip it back into shape! I like to do a good deep clean throughout my house.

I thought I'd show you the tips and tricks that I've learned over the years and the tools/supplies that I always keep on hand! These products make it so easy to get the house sparkling in no time!

Supplies List

I never let these items go our of stock around my house! When I do a good deep cleaning these are staples for me. Some of them I use daily too like the pet hair remover!

Let me in introduce you to my new best friend! The MopVac by Tineco. I got this bad boy in December after I saw an instagram friend share it and it has changed my life very since, but for real. The level of cleaning this vacuum/mop can do is next level!

I loved it so much I had to get Mama Sue one for Christmas!!

You can see the cleaning pad moving in the picture below. It's amazing because it not only mops but also vacuums, so think about that under island mess from the kiddos. No need to vacuum first, just take the tineco and do it all at once. I also love how the clean and dirty water stay seperate so you are never pushing around dirty water. You should see what the clear section looks like after the job is done, so dirty!!! It is so satisfy at the same time. So if you have a lot of hardwood floors in your house, this may be something that has to be considered to change your life;) Also ,I wanted to note that this is safe to use on all surfaces since it doesn't steam and it also doesn't use too much water, so it won't hurt your floors.

Now this also is a new discovery (where have these gadgets been my entire life?) LOL. It is a multi use with all of the attachments that come along with it. I use the long handle one to clean my shower and around the base of my toilet, PTL! and the short ones for the kitchen stove or baseboards etc. The options are endless with this one since it comes with buffer pads, scratchy pads and cleaner pads.

*Be careful for what brush you use as certain ones can scratch up the stainless steel.

The pink stuff . The magic cleaning paste, it lives up to its name let me tell you! I put this down before using that tool above, in the shower on the stove, on pots and pans etc. Magic!!

These are the sister to a Magic Eraser BUT see those ripples all over, those suckers get into all the little crevices that can never be reached.

They are the perfect little dusting tools since your dust gets stuck and stays. No pushing it into the air. They get hard when they dry out, but you just run them under warm water and they are ready to go. Rinse when you're done and stow away in your cleaning caddy until next time!

Hope these tips help save you some time in your cleaning process . Now I'm off to enjoy a clean house:)

Happy cleaning!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 21:28:23 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Vanity. This vanity is going in the bathroom at the Lakeside Cottage. If you are following along on instagram you may have been all the process that has happened this week in that space! Be sure to tune it for the final results! Click HERE to view product.

Covergirl Eyeliner. This is my all time favorite eyeliner. I've been using it for years and it is one thing I can't change in my makeup routine! Covergirl eyeliner fan always! Click HERE to view.

Tanning Drops. I like to use these in the winter when we don't see the sunshine for months at a time LOL. I got the largest size and it has lasted me a year or two. I put a couple drops in my lotion and it does the trick perfectly! Click HERE to look.

Chore Chart. We got these chore charts for Beckett and Ruby and they already have bee a huge help! It amazing how it helps them remember the daily tasks they need to complete! Click HERE to view.

Cozy Pullover . An Amazon score this winter, maybe the bright colors will help brighten up the gloomy weather here. I am wearing it today and am sold on the fit of it. I'm thinking about how cute this will be in the spring!! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:47:05 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl.com

Walking Pad . We got this walking pad 1.5 years ago for the office and it has been such a game changer to have! Anna uses it each day while working. It has held up great! Not one complaint about it from any of us. Definitely so nice to have in the cold months here in MN. Click HERE to look.

Straight leg jean . Jeans can be a struggle for us tall girlies. Well I have never struggled with finding jeans I love In this store because they come is tall!! They are a winter sale find and I'm happy with them. Check them out as they have short, regular and tall sizing!

Click HERE to look.

Soft Matte Long Sleeve . A recent discovery are these Abercrombie long sleeve shirts. I now have almost every color as they are on sale right now!! So flattering with amazing material. I have both small and medium in these. Snag while they are still on sale!!

Click HERE to look.

Wide Leg Pant. This pant has been my darn I say #1 favorite cozy pant item. Now they are a little bit of an investment piece but trust me they are worth it! Beyond comfortable, the fabric that Spanx uses is unmatched. Click HERE to look.

Gold Faucet, . This is a new piece that is going in at our Lakeside Rental! It mainly speaks for itself I think ;) Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 17:30:44 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Sweater. This sweater made its way into my sweater collection this year! A great sale find! I fell in love with the subtle pattern tone on tone look. Click HERE to look.

Laser Level. This self laser level is so handy!! Ryan uses it for different building projects and I use it for box molding etc. I used it this week again and was reminded why I love it so much. Click HERE to look.

Ceiling Fan. The price is right on this ceiling fan that I got for our Lakeside rental! It matched the acstetic I was going for from my vision of the space. Defiantly worth a look at if you are searching for an affordable new ceiling fan. Click HERE to look.

Coloring Book. We are really into coloring over here lol. The kids and I can sit down and color for days, I don't know about you but it is so relaxing for me. This Modern Cottage Collection coloring book is all of our favorite to use. Click HERE to look.

Marker Set. Going along with our coloring obsession, these markers are why. the smoothes markers you will ever color with. Your kids will love them and yes, you will love them too! Click HERE to look.

THE BIG HAPPENINGS IN 2023 ON PROVERBS31GIRL

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 18:07:10 GMT

All the big things that happened this past year on Proverbs31girl

We had a busy past year in the Lundeen household / Proverbs31girl. It might take the cake for the most happenings thus far! Yes, it was busy, exciting, hectic, tiring, happiness all of the things! We are so beyond thankful...

Let take a walk down memory lane of 2023

-- First project of the year was one I waited 6 years for. Great Room Beams!

-- Sweet Caroline was finally finished at the beginning of the year last year and turned out to be my favorite little camper thus far.

-- The Boys room got a major makeover

-- We finished the last out building makeover on our property

-- Did you know you could paint a golf cart? Well that happened this summer to our cabin cruiser.

-- I bet you didn't see this one coming?!

-- Another Surprise....!!

-- Fun landscaping project we DIY'd at the new build.

While we started breaking ground and building our first Vacation Rental!

-- Ryan's Secret Project this year was a hit!

-- Here we go... Again!!

Creating Culture. Our course!

That's all for 2023 ;) we had a very busy but oh so exciting year!! We never know what the Lord has in store, but even in the busyness we try to quiet ourselves, open our hands, and say guide us Lord.

Show us what you have for us in 2024 God! Ps....we hope that includes meeting lots of you!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:26:21 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Heated Vest. I was stumped on what to get Ryan for Christmas, he's a tricky one! He ended up getting this vest and boy oh boy was it a hit! For someday that is outside for hours and hours a day no matter the season, he uses it every single day now! Click HERE to look.

Battery Adapter. This goes along with the heated vest I shared above. The only thing Ryan was bummed about is how the battery didn't last all day long LOL. He solved that problem really quick. These adapters hook up so you can use a larger battery that holds charge much longer. Click HERE to look.

Ribbed Glasses. I recently snagged these at Walmart. Yup, I love them! They are beautiful, heavy duty and it says not to put them in the dishwasher but I have put them in the dishwasher every time I've used them and seen no signs of harm;) Check them out to maybe add to your glass collection! Click HERE to look.

Vacuum Mop. This. has changed the game for me! A vacuum and mop all in one. Holy smokes!! You guys love it as well as I've gotten an overwhelming amount of positive feedback. I think you really are missing out if you don't check this out! Click HERE to look.

Arched Mirror. A recent fins that I was shocked of the beauty when it arrived in the mail! The frame is gorgeous and comes in a couple didn't sizes I believe. Something a little different than your traditional mirror but not too outside of the box. Click HERE to look.

PRAYER CHALLENGE FOR OUR KIDS

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 01:42:21 GMT

30 Day Prayer Challenge for our Children

January 1st is the start of the 30 day prayer challenge for our kids! Since doing the spouse prayer challenge this past fall I have received a TON of requests regarding a prayer challenge for our kids, and I thought the start of the year would be the perfect time for that. We all know that it seems there is a fight for our children. Agendas are strong, it's hard to let them turn on the tv or walk in a store without having some sort of desensitizing happening, and it seems like the influence of friends and social media has more impact on them then their own parents. Just what the enemy would want. A foothold to draw them further away from truth, family and God and closer to culture, chaos and confusion.

But, we know that the true battle happens in the spiritual realm, and if the powers of this dark world and the spiritual forces of evil are fighting for them, we are going to draw up our armor and fight against them. When all seems hopeless we know that the Lord hears our cries and fights on our behalf. And how powerful it is knowing that as a community we are doing it together! So call a friend, ask your parents, and lets get as many people committed to praying for our kids/grandkids for 30 days and see how God works.

We need revival in our country. We need revival in our homes.

We need hearts to be softened and humbled.

We need to fight for our kids.

Daily Prompts

Day 1 - Children's Protection.

Romans 8:28

Day 2 - Children's Future.

Jeremiah 29:11

Day 3 - Children's Friendships.

Colossians 3:13

Day 4 - Children's Education.

Proverbs 2:6

Day 5 - Children's Faith.

Mark 11:22-24

Day 6 - Children's Wisdom.

Proverbs 3:13-18

Day 7 - Children's Love from Him.

1 John 3:1
Day 8 - Children live out the fruits of the spirit.

2 Timothy 2:22

Day 9 - Children's awareness of sin.

1 John 1:9

Day 10 - Children's Humility.

Titus 3:2

Day 11 - Children's Purity.

Psalms 119:9

Day 12 - Children's Health

Isaiah 40:31

Day 13 - Children Worshippers.

Psalms 8:2

Day 14 - Children's Joy.

1 Thess. 1:6

Day 15 - Children's Work ethic.

Ephesians 6:7

Day 16 - Children's Gratitude.

Ephesians 5:20

Day 17 - Children's Mercy.

Luke 6:36

Day 18 - Children's Justice.

Psalms 11:7

Day 19 - Children's Salvation.

Isaiah 45:8

Day 20 - Children's Peace.

Romans 14:19

Day 21 - Children's Responsibility.

Galatians 6:5

Day 22 - Children's Prayerfulness.

1 Thess. 5:17

Day 23 - Children's Contentment.

Philippians 4:11

Day 24 - Children's Biblical Self-esteem.

Ephesians 2:10

Day 25 - Children's Listening Ear

John 10:27-28

Day 26 - Children's Respect

1 Peter 2:17

Day 27 - The Prodigal Child

Luke 15:32

Day 28 - Children's Spouse

2 Corinthians 6:14

Day 29. - Children's Leadership

1 Timothy 4:12

Day 30 - Children's Hearts

Ezekiel 36.26

Prayer is the most effective way to see change in our kids hearts, and its something we can all do for our families. But as the Lord changes hearts, we also need to be intentional to disciple and guide our kids into truth and wisdom. It's something that so many of us neglect. We aren't sure how that looks, what to do, or how to reach our kids. Put plainly, we don't have a plan.

Ryan and I saw this need, we realized that so many families are losing control too late, and don't know how to back track. We created a course called, "Creating Culture- Living Set Apart In A Crazy World" that really guides you into how to create a family you love to be around, one rooted on a firm foundation that keeps the hearts of your kids. If you are just starting a family or are in the thick of it, this course would be a great resource. It covers 5 different areas - Home, Parenting, Technology, Finances, and Marriage. It's never too late for anyone. Lets commit to praying for our kids, have faith that God will do a work, and then be intentional to lead our families rooted in God and looking different than the world.

And since we think it would be SO POWERFUL to do this course alongside our prayer challenge, we wanted to give you $50 off with code PRAYER ! That makes our course which is normally $129, only $79!

Set your timers, January 1st we are covering our kids in prayer! Join in on Instagram stories when I pray for us everyday or use the prayer prompts above to pray over your kids/grandkids on your own. But let's be encouraged knowing there is a whole army of us pushing back the darkness, fighting a spiritual battle, and claiming our kids back!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:36:58 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Silk Pillow Case. If you don't already have a silk pillowcase you are missing out. The benefits of them are great!! amazing for skin and hair especially. Click HERE to look.

Walking Pad. This walking pad is still going strong and a favorite in the Proverbs31girl office! It get used daily. So great for getting steps in instead of sitting all day at a desk. Defiantly an amazing thing to look into! Click HERE to look.

Toggle Necklace. The best selling toggle necklace is back in stock in the Proverbs31girl Store! Click HERE to look.

Basketball Hoop. Our boys have been wanting a basketball hoop for a while now. My friend shared this one on amazing deal, I saw it and immediately knew this would finish off the boys Christmas gifts. They are going to be over the moon excited! Click HERE to look.

Digital Picture Frame. We got this for the Grandmas in our lives this year for Christmas. I think they are going to love it! A great way to keep everyone connected and something for them to look forward to each day. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:14:40 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The mist loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Popcorn Maker. This was a family gift to keep in the man cave for movie nights. Everyone loves it and it does make the best popcorn! Create your own movie theater for the family and you'll use this thing all of the time if you are daily movie night lovers like our family.

Click HERE to look.

Candle Scissors . I love this gadget! I found that so many of my candles weren't burning because the wick was too long and would fall into the wax, So this clippers has been a huge help! The price is right too.. Click HERE to look.

Wrapping Paper Cutter. Wrapping gifts has never been so easy. I'm telling you this thing is so slick to use and cuts the paper perfectly with no more uneven lines or rips, yes please sold! Click HERE to look.

"My own keepsake Bible" We have found the best Bible for younger children. Beckett and Ruby use this Bible. It's a color Bible so you can read as you color along with learning the best stories of all time. Click HERE to look.

Women's Study Bible. My Bible that I use every single morning. I love it. I always get the ESV version when I am purchasing a Bible as I've found it's the easy version to comprehend. Not to mention the inside of this one is breathtaking with the art throughout the entire Bible. Click HERE to look.

BIBLES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:45:05 GMT

Bibles for all ages

One of the biggest and most asked questions I get daily is "Do you have a Bible for x age" OR "What's your favorite Bible?" OR "What Bible do you recommend for your husband" etc.

Well, I finally was able to get together all of our favorites and most used Bibles for each person in our family!

I'll share each one below and why we love it!

Allie's Bible

ESV Women's Study Bible . This has been my personal go to Bible for a couple years now. With the leather exterior and beautiful interior paintings and drawings, it's stunning. But what I really love about it is that it also have devotionals that go along with the readings that make it more applicable and relatable to issues we may be dealing with now. I also love that its a study Bible because it gives commentary underneath for each verse. If you are newer to reading the Bible, or more seasoned, it's amazing to have historical/cultural/and theological context to go around the verses to help you understand what you are reading better!

If you are looking for a Bible to last you for years and years this, is it!

Ryan's Bible

Men's Study Bible . A great study Bible similar to the one that I have and love. It comes in this hardcover which is a nice manly look or it comes in a brown leather as well if you like the softer flexible feel of a Bible. Amazing quality that will last forever and also has devotionals geared toward men and the commentary that makes it easier to understand!

Tate's Bible

This is the Bible Tate has. I love the look of it, but also that it is a study Bible as well. By the time kids reach their teenage years they really should be reading a full version of the Bible, not a paraphrased version. Its helpful to learn to navigate the Bible by books, chapters and verses, and so very helpful to have the commentary explaining what they are reading as well!

Kynlee's Bible

Beautiful Word Bible. This Bible for teenage girls is unmatched. It beautiful on the inside with plenty of places to color in as it's a coloring Bible. And knowing teenage girls they are all about the highlighters, and making things beautiful. It also have spots on the side to write notes or prayers, another great feature for teenage girls.

Beckett's Bible

My Own Keepsake Bible . This is the Bible Beckett uses every single morning with me while be joins me for my morning bible reading often. Children Bibles are so great for teaching them the popular Bible stories like Noah's Ark, Moses, David and Goliath the list goes on... But sometimes childrens Bibles become a little to easy or childlike for kids. I love that this Bible feels like a real Bible, with the two columns and full pages of reading, but yet it is easy to understand. Plus they can color along the way if they want to break it up and make it their own!

Ruby's Bible

Tiny Truths Bible. This is a younger children's Bible, I'd say age ranging from 2-6. We used this when the kids were younger and it's great for learning about God, creation and who we are in Christ. The foundational things! The illustrations are adorable and it's great to start them YOUNG on learning the main stories of the Bible.

Shop all Bibles

Also check out the different Bible Bundle goodies I have put together and have available to shop on my storefront on Proverbs31girl!

Such a great gift for a friend or loved one!

Shop by clicking HERE!!

I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to be IN THE WORD. It is the only unwavering, non-changing, absolute truth we have in the culture we are living in today, and if we don't know God's Word we can't defend it, and if we can't defend God's Word then we can easily be swayed. We, as parents, are the main examples to our children of what it looks like to Love God and serve Him. So it starts with us as parents setting the example and equipping our kids with the tools necessary to build their faith!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 22:46:34 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Puzzle Board. Puzzle Board for the win again! It is my favorite winter time activities to do indoors. This puzzle board makes starting a puzzle so much easier as if you aren't able to finish one in the first sitting, you can move it and come right back to where you left off.

Click HERE to look.

Girls Jeans. An adorable pair of jeans for little girls. Ruby and her cousin got to match with these on Thanksgiving weekend, So cute!! Click HERE to look.

Heated Socks . These are part of Ryans Christmas gift this year. He is always outside even In the close months so I know he will get good use out of these! I have a feeling Tate is gonna want a pair too LOL. Click HERE to look.

The Comfy. Kynlee has this at the very tip top of her Christmas list!! She loves to be comfy cozy, I cant blame her haha. So this is most likely going to be under the tree from Mom and Dad! Honestly such a smart invention! Click HERE to look.

Walking Pad. We got this for the office last black friday for Anna to use while working. It has held up great in the past year being used daily! If you are wanting to get your extra daily steps in this is a game changer. Best price I've ever seen too! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 16:11:27 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Ribbed Zip Up Sweatshirt. This is a new score from Hollister! I love the long sleeves on it and the price right now is even better, 40% off!! Go check it out with many different colors. Click HERE to look.

Puzzle Board. Puzzles are my way of relaxing and being able to disconnect from working. Especially during the holiday season I love doing Christmas puzzles. If you are a puzzle lover, puzzle boards are game changer. So you never have to take down puzzle before you are finished with it. Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. You will be seeing these a lot in the next month or 2 because twinkle lights!! They sell out so quick so snag them as soon as you can to ensure you have the magical feeling of the twinkle on your Christmas tree this year! Click HERE to look

Shine Necklace. This shine necklace is from the new Holiday Collection in my Proverbs31girl Shop. Check out all of the other new arrivals + some recent restocks! Perfect for gifting this holiday season. Click HERE to look.

Piano . Kynlee got this keyboard for her room this year. She is our music loving child, It is fun to see her use this, and not to mention how beautiful is it? It is pretty to see in her room when walking by! Click HERE to look.

CREATING CULTURE

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 16:30:31 GMT

Creating Culture is LIVE

Creating Culture has launched and is available for purchase!!

If you are wanting to gift this course to a loved one or friend, I've created a Gift Certificate for you to be able to print out and wrap up! In order to view the course you need to use an email to access it, so you can either sign up a loved one with their email address or set up a new email for them to keep it a secret until Christmas.

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:38:06 GMT

Christmas Gift Guides

All of the Christmas gift guides I've created found here!

For Teen Girl

For Teen Boy

For Younger Boy

For Little Girl

Fanny Pack. Fanny Pack from Amazon, is a perfect price point.

2. Popit Notepad. We all know how every little loves popits.

3. Karaoke machine. This is probably Ruby's favorite toy right now - How cute it is?!

4. Mini Claw Clips. A container full of mini colorful claw clips.

5. Hoverboard. Yet again a great indoor/outdoor fun gift!

6. Baby Doll Stroller. Every little girl needs a baby doll stroller.

7. Like Real Baby. Ruby takes this baby with her everywhere! It really is crazy how real they look.

8. Aerial Silk. Both Kynlee and Ruby have loved this and to this day still love it!

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For the Host

6. Textured Pot. Gorgeous pot!

7. Coffee Table Book. Who wouldn't enjoy a beautiful new coffee table book?!

8 . Candle Sticks. I recently purchased these and wow are they stunning.

9 . Candle Trimmers. A pretty tool that ensures your candle will last!

Stocking Stuffers

DIME perfume sampler pack. Try each sample to find out your favorite scent. Code Lundeen30

For In-Laws or Grandparents

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:28:44 GMT

Favorite Links of the week

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Outlet. Now if you are like me and have any different lights or strings of Christmas lights this gadget is genius!! Why didn't I snag this sooner?! Click HERE to look.

Lululemon Dupe. This sweatshirt dupe is pretty stinken close to the real one. Kynlee and I both have this amazon one and pull for it weekly. This is actually one the items on Kynlee's Christmas list for a different color! Click HERE to look.

Advent Calendar. This is one of our family's favorite traditions that we do every year. Read more details and my heart behind it HERE!

Click HERE to look.

Coffee Maker. By now you all know how much I LOVE my coffee and bring this coffee maker with us on vacations, yes that is how much I am obsessed with it LOL. It is on major sale this week, perfect time to snag it if you've had your eye on it! Click HERE to look.

CHRISTMAS ADVENT

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:00:44 GMT

One tradition that our family started doing when the kids were little were fun activities each day leading up to Christmas starting December 1st.

Print out the list above!

This year I created my own calendar to fill in the prompts and then I cut out to put into the specific day!

I have shared that below with you guys so you can download it, print it out and use it too if you'd like!

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Advent calendars to shop

3. Wooden Tree Advent. $39

4. White Advent House. $59

5 . Alpine Wood Advent. $46

6. Fabric Hanging. $10

7. Wood House Countdown. $30

8. Wood Advent House. $62

Watch a fun little reel I put together on creating this years advents!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 17:05:38 GMT

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Cedar Garland. Garlands can be tricky to find that don't look cheap or look like a true garland. This one is amazing! Great quality in product, and the color is a great true cedar green. Click HERE to look.

Stripe Sweater. A total Amazon score this sweater is. I love that it is longer in the back than the front and has wide bell sleeves. Perfect for the holiday season! Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. You will be seeing these alot in the next month or 2 because twinkle lights!! They sell out so quick so snag them as soon as you can to ensure you have the magical feeling of the twinkle on your Christmas tree this year! Click HERE to look.

Decor Tree. I love finding decor objects for different season to dress up shelfs, coffee tables, bathrooms, mantles etc. This cutie is a resent find, and found a new home in my kitchen! Click HERE to look.

Ceramic House . This house comes in a couple different sizes, plus they light up inside to make the prettiest little Christmas cozy vibe. We love that around here! For $5 you cant go wrong with the Christmas cheer. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:11:24 GMT

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The most love links this last week on - Proverbs31girl

Christmas Tree. The tree I shared last week that I put in the manacle is over 50% off this week!! Crazy good deal right there for such a great tree. If you are in the market for one this may be your seller! Click HERE to look.

Outlet. Now if you are like me and have any different lights or strings of Christmas lights this gadget is genius!! Why didn't I snag this sooner?! Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. You will be seeing these alot in the next month or 2 because twinkle lights!! They sell out so quick so snag them as soon as you can to ensure you have the magical feeling of the twinkle on your Christmas tree this year! Click HERE to look.

Merry Christmas Garland. I got this garland last year to put in our master bedroom and loved the shiny gold fell it created I got another one this year! Such a fun different way to add "Christmas" to a room. Click HERE to look.

Ceramic Nativity Set . Isn't this scene gorgeous?! I put this in our Great Room and is such a great daily reminder what Christmas is all about!! Check out my Christmas Blog post for all my Christmas favorites and round ups!! Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 03:55:57 GMT

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Christmas Tree. Trees can be speedy! Often times I think it can be worth it if you have it for years and is your main Christmas tree. I was looking for an affordable one for the Man Cave. I found this one on Amazon and am very pleased with it! Click HERE to look.

Garland . I love garlands! It creates another way to add greens into a space during Christmas time without it having to be another tree. This one from Kirklands and the best one for the price that I've found! Perfect faux garland to use for years and years. Click HERE to look.

Twinkle Lights. If you know me you know Twinkle Lights are my absolute favorite to add to my Christmas tree. It simply makes it magical. You will have to try yourself to get to experience the magic! A strand or 2 added to your lights that are already on your tree and you know have the more magical wonderland in your living room. Click HERE to look.

Barton Sofa. A new addition to our living room and I may never go back. This couch has endless amazing features (info can be found when clicked on the link) My favorite one is the fabric and coloring. It is unmatched!! Click HERE to look.

Cross Necklace . This week we launched a new necklace in the Proverbs31girl Shop! Take a peek before they are full sold out. Click HERE to look.

SHOP ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 17:01:13 GMT

I wanted to create a One-Stop-Shop for all my favorite Christmas items for you to come back and find whenever you remember an Item that was shared or one similar to it if the current item is sold out!

We all know Christmas stuff tends to sell out FAST. We just all love Christmas!!!

So do yourself a favor and get ahead of the crowd and snag your favorite looks. I've got you covered;)

Christmas Trees

One of the biggest parts of Christmas, is the Christmas Tree! I have done so. much. research over the years on this exact subject and these ones below are in my opinion the best bang for your dollar.

7. 7.5 ft. Elegant Grand Fir. $399

8. 7.5 ft . Pre-Lit Grand Duchess Fir Slim. $249

9. 6.5 ft. Pre-Lit Aspen Fir. $258

Tree Skirt & Collar

A tree skirt or collar can completely change the look of your entire Christmas tree and it's also a very easy way to make such a large change.

Stockings

Stockings are so fun! I enjoy how stockings are a great way to mix and match different styles from over the years, personalize, from childhood or new this year. My kids love to put little gifts (homemade or store bought) in each other's stocking all season long! It's been a great way to create excitement, magic, and also putting others first for our family.

Holiday Bells

Holiday bells are actually one of my all-time favorite decor pieces to use while decorating. They add such a gold and bright shiny look that I love during the Christmas season. They are festive and come in so many different styles. Here are some of my faves! Through them on the tree, in a wreath, on a door handle or hanging from your mantle. The possibilities are endless!

Tree Topper

Tree toppers are a beautiful way to compete the look of your family Christmas tree. We have #6 on our tree that we love so much.

Porch Tree

Porch trees always win in my heart because = No maintenance! They can be a little pricer for that reason but they last years and years outside. Not to mention they make a porch so welcoming/inviting for visitors.

Nativity Sets

A beautiful way to always circle back to the meaning of Christmas!

Faux Greens Garland

Garlands of any kind have my heart and you would know that the second you walk into my home.

Faux Cedar 72" Garland. $56
My dining room garland. Real Touch Pine 60" Garland. $58
My master bedroom garland. Real Touch Pine 180" Garland. $148
XL Cedar Garland. $55
My great room garland . Hemlock Garland with Pine cones 78". $148

6. Identical to my staircase garland. Faux Cedar Garland. $68

Decor Garland

Above windows, hanging from a mantle or strung on a table a garland can be used in so many ways!

Holiday Shelf Decor

Add a little touch of Christmas to any space with one or many shelf decorations.

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alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:10:23 GMT

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A book on Revelation. I have shared this book many different times and it still is such a great resource for breaking down the Bible and helping understand certain things a little bit more. I come back to this book often to reference it! Click HERE to look.

Chopper. Wow, I was influenced by a friend on Instagram to purchase get this chopper. The hype is real!! You can many different things now in half of the time because this chopper saves you tons of minutes in the kitchen prepping. Forever loving this item! Click HERE to look.

Pancake Dispenser . Let me introduce you again to another fun kitchen item. Your kids will love this one and so will you = no more mess when making pancakes!! It is fun for the kids because you get to dispense the batter in a fun way, which also means no mess and easy clean up! Click HERE to look.

Metal Bell Ornament . Okay how adorable are these bells?! I am in love with this new Christmas item I'm adding to my collection this year. Click HERE to look.

Chelsea Boot . Kynlee and I both scored at Walmart this week when finding these boots! I snagged the tan color in the photo above and Kynlee when with the black ones. It is so much to match with you daughter in something you both like;) Don't sleep on these boots! Click HERE to look.

WALMART FASHION FOR THE WHOLE FAM

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:45:31 GMT

Walmart fashion for the whole fam

With Walmart's low prices, Easy order pickup, Wide variety selection of anything and everything and within 10 minutes of our house, Walmart will always win in my heart!! I can't believe how cute these outfits are that I found for the whole family from Walmart. They coordinate so well together and the price point wins every time.

My Current Picks

Heading into the holiday seasons it is always enjoyable to get a new piece or 2 for holiday parties and events. Especially when they are budget friendly!! This outfit has me already for those get togethers, but holy moly is it cozy comfy!! Perfect for all the goodies that will be eaten but still looking cute! I am new to the faux leather legging game but putting these ones on with a fun longer top , I think I might be sold!

Kynlee's Current Picks

Kynlee has entered the fun stage of being able to be in women's and youth clothing still! I believe her entire outfit is in women's this time.

Even shoes! Kynlee and I both got the exact same shoe only difference is the color. She went with black , and I went with the tan.

Beckett's Current Picks

I find it often tricky to find stuff for middle age boys that is somewhat stylish and cute! Anyone else? Well Walmart, really made that usually hard part, easy for me this go round!

The basic waffle knit long sleeve he got in the caramel color comes in a ton of different colors (show below). For a $9 price point that is pretty amazing if you ask me!

Ruby's Current Picks

Little girls are always so fun to shop for! I have loved that ever since my girls were little! So, no surprise when shopping for her we found some adorable items! The tone-on-tone coloring with cozy jeggings and waffle knit material top is just killing me! Fuzzy boots and all.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:28:36 GMT

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ONSON Robot . We love our robot vacuum and use it daily. I came across this one on Walmart deal days for a killer price that is a 2 in 1 vacuum and mop together. Now wouldn't that save us mama some serious time cleaning if we didn't have to do those 2 tasks. Click HERE to look.

Shark Handheld Vacuum . This vacuum is a game changer when it comes to cleaning in a car or tight space! We keep ours in the office actually and helps to keep window areas and under desks clean easily. Click HERE to look.

Mira Swivel Chair . Are you surprised that this chair ended up in my shopping cart? I'm not surprised one bit lol. They come fully assembled. They are wide enough to cross your legs and get nice and cozy. The fabric is nicer than the photos make it look, I was defiantly impressed! Click HERE to look.

New fall Jeans . I am a jean lover. But the struggle is real trying to find Talls for all my tall friends! Express always has many good options for that struggle. I snagged these and LOVE. I would size down a size as I think they run generously. Click HERE to look.

Flannel . This was a HUGE favorite for Amazon prime days! The tones are so pretty along with the gold buttons add a fun elevated flannel look. Click HERE to look.

DIY BLACK WINDOWS+GARAGE DOOR

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:51:53 GMT

DIY black windows and garage door

If you know me or have been here for a while, you know my love for spray painting windows black!! It is a weakness of mine, there is something of about the black that has my heart...

That being said I get asked multiple times a week "How do you paint them" "What products do you use?" etc.

So, while I'm currently painting all of the windows (and garage door) out at the new Fixer Upper, I thought let me show all my friends online how I execute that very project.

LET'S GO PAINT SOME WINDOWS BLACK!!

This is what we are starting with.

First things first I pressured washed everything to get any residue off of the frame of the windows.

After that is done, use whatever you would like to protect the window glass and the siding on all sides, top and bottom. This is actually the most time-consuming part!! And my least favorite part to do. But it needs to most definitely be done especially for the certain spray paint cans that spray more than others.

Tip! - I found a new product that is game changer! This Painters Tape and Plastic all in one . It rolls out and you can tape/tape the plastic all at the same time!! How cool... I found this product AFTER doing these windows, but you best believe I bought quite a few of these and will be using from here on out...

I use the RUST-OLEUM Semi-Gloss Protective Enamel . These windows are metal so this will help with the rust. All of the exterior windows are metal or covered with a clad, but I will use the same product inside on the wood windows too!

The spraying part is so fun!! It only took 15 minutes to do these 4 windows...

I find to avoid as many drips as possible, I do one continuous coat and then come back 10 minutes later and do another one with areas I missed.

*For all my perfectionist friends, please note that there may be drips!! That is the most likely bound to happen in a DIY. But don't sweat I!

For us non perfectionist, all is well as long as it's pretty and how we want it right!?

One of the most exciting part for me is adding this extra accessory. I use this automotive molding to add faux grids to the windows. It's such an easy task. All you have to do is measure with a tape measure finding the enter of the window and making sure it's straight all the way down. Then you stick It on. Ta da!! Easy as that and you have windows with grids!

2 cans of spray paint for a total of $12, I now have brand new windows!!! Optional to add the automotive molding to add a grid!

I will never get over the magic of paint. Seriously it is mind blowing....

NOW, LET'S PAINT A GARAGE DOOR BLACK!!

Again, the very first step is pressure washing the entire face of the garage door...

I use exterior paint and I painted it in the color Onxy by Benjamin Moore.

We have all been told to not paint garage doors, lol. I am very well aware of that!! I personally have painted 3 different ones and they have had no warping, so I think I'm good!!

I also had a few different DMs of people's testimonies on painting their garage doors -

Those odds are good enough for me!! So, I'll keep doing this to old garage doors until I find a reason not too!

Why I am shocked every time how simple but dramatic a paint transformation can be?! It makes me so happy every time with my choice to give something a fresh look with a coat of paint! You may love it too if you give it a try;)

I also made a last minute decision that I was going to paint the facia and soffit on the house and garage! I wasn't able to complete some areas before the cold weather rolled in but I want to show you how I did the front of the house!

You can imagine the steps by now I'm sure HEHE! Tape off the surrounding areas before painting. I use the exact same paint I used for the garage door, the only thing that I did different was use a paint sprayer. This is my trusty best friends that I have used on countless painting projects and works amazing!

*Tip make sure you clean your paint sprayer REALLY good after using so no paint is left to dry when it sits.

WOAH!! I loooove... Why have I never painted facia and soffit before?!

Do you get my love for paint and the transformation it can bring to life now!? Don't hesitate it is just paint, take the risk and paint those windows or garage doors. I don't think you will regret it;)

Watch my REEL on my best idea ever = PAINT!

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The final reveal of the entrance at The Lakeside Cottage

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White Square Planters

A COZY FALL CORNER

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:07:33 GMT

A COZY FALL CORNER

Coming into the coziest season of all, there are a few ways on how I like to go about creating a cozy area and home...

I want to give you a couple tricks I have and show you what I've learned to create such a cozy space during the fall and winter season!

Over the years Walmart has made that process of creating a cozy home so very easy. With their on-tread items that are beautiful and fit so many versatile spaces, free shipping, extremely fast delivery, and great prices, it's great to create a designer look on a tight budget!

It's as easy as pulling up the Walmart app or heading to your local Walmart store for in person looking. I promise you will find not 1 but many things you will be drawn too and might just end up in your shopping cart;)

Just like that Better Homes & Gardens Mira Chair did for me! I stumbled upon it during Walmart's holiday deal days they had going on. I was sold immediately not only by the charming look but also the price point. You really can't beat the prices Walmart offers. Like that textured pillow on the chair, would you believe me if I told you, it is $11?1? Wild right!! The quality is great too with holding the structure so well...

My newfound cozy corner!! Snuggled up in my sherpa swivel chair, cozy fur throw blanket and a cup of hot coffee in my adorable gold/pooka dot mug.

A big factor on setting the tone for a cozy space, is ambiance. A lit candle or fire going is the perfect way to create the feeling of

'come cozy in and relax'... This Warm Leather & Amber candle is not only so pretty sitting out with the multi color glass it's in, but I lit it today with the Better Homes & Gardens matches and my goodness it smells like a dream.

The mood is almost set for the coziest feeling. But not quite yet... If you are a mama, you know that your usually not fully relaxed unless most if not all of the house is cleaned (or at least tidy!!) A trick that I have come to learn over the many years is keeping a vacuum close by. We keep our Eufy Homevac that we have had for years right off of the kitchen for easy close up on the hardwood and or carpet floors. We actually purchased another Eufy Handheld Vacuum because we use them so much if one is charging, we can have a backup or 2 people can vacuum at once. A huge game changer.

So, once the area around me has been vacuumed, the candle and fireplace are lit, the lamp behind me on during the gloomy fall mornings. I can cozy right up in my chair, covering up with a warm blanket with a fresh cup of coffee and breatheeee...

Thanks to Walmart for providing the space for me to shop and make all of my cozy dreams come true!

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WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 20:33:20 GMT

Favorite links of the week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

"Merry Christmas" Banner. Yes I am already talking about Christmas;) So speaking of that this was a new item I snagged last year that I loved! I am excited to use it again that year. I shared it with a Save vs Splurge item this week. Click HERE to look.

Tape/Plastic Duo. This product is a game changer. It has cut my paint prep time in half!! Forever a product I will be using with all of the painting I do... Click HERE to look.

Checkered Rug . How cute is this rug? It comes in many different sizes off of the sight for a pretty great price point. Perfect little pop of pattern to add to a space... Click HERE to look.

Sorel Boot . These boots were on a major sale this week and living in a cold cold state when deals come across you snag them right away. So I snagged a pair of these for Kynlee and I for this coming winter. They are so comfortable! Click HERE to look.

Black Shutter . We are updating a fixer upper right now on a budget right now. These shutters are dressing up the exterior in the best way I hoped all while staying on a budget and making this pretty! Coming back to my roots. Click HERE to look.

GOOD GADGETS

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:30:43 GMT

Good Gadgets

Our family has come across many different gadgets over the years! There are many that we use daily and think makes a task or situation "better"...

And we don't want to gate keep a good thing around here so I am going to share 10 affordable gadgets that you may want in your gadget collection too that we love and use all of the time!

With the amount of painting I do, that means I do ALOTTT of taping off surrounding areas. Taping is the time killer and takes so long. So, one day on Amazon I found this taping/plastic tool , I immediately ordered 3. I am happy to tell you my painting projects are forever changed!

We've had this electric lighter for probably a year now. Bye bye matches this lighter is so slick, quick to light and not leaving our kitchen island every.

We cook a lot of noodles around this house and quite a bit of the time it's the kids cooking. This strainer helps simplify that process as it clips right onto your pot and don't have to worry about losing half your food! Great kitchen tool to have!

Small trash can with lid is a genius idea for in your car or office space. I snagged these for our Suburban. They can go in the cupholders or in the side door pocket. No more loose straw wrappers, gum wrappers, you name it gone!

Anyone else ever enjoy a beverage but never completely finish it? Kiddo's especially;) Well there is a solution for that and it's right here ! There covers go right over any kind of can and you can resave the rest of your drink that you didn't finish earlier. So smart!

If Ryan is working outside or on a project, he has these headphones on! He listens to podcasts, baseball games, music etc. A huge bonus to these is that they are noise canceling so instead of using normal headphones he uses these every day to help protect his hearing! Perfect gift for guys!

My kids love this gadget!! It is a pancake batter dispenser. So super easy you just pull the red part tight, and the batter comes out of the bottom. It makes cooking pancakes less messy and more fun for everyone;)

Storage books are amazing for hiding certain things you may not want to see sitting out, such as a remote control or a deck of cards etc. there are many different options. This set comes with a large and a small book. They make for great coffee table books with a purpose too!

If you're a mom you know the scramble we play when Christmas rolls around, and we have gifts and gift to wrap. Meet your new best friend!! This gadget holds the wrapping paper in place all while cutting it. Umm yes please I said! Making holiday wrapping a hundred times easier.

This week I ordered more of these rug grippers . I think we all probably don't like when the corners of a rug fold up and won't stick down. These do the trick with keeping them to stick on each corner. Happy girl with no more folding rug corners!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 13:53:00 GMT

Favorite links of the week

Most loved links this last week on - Proverbs31girl

Sherpa Sorel Boots. Living In a cold state for 6+ months out of the year, you'll usually find that investing in good gear is a must. I found these boots on awesome sale this week and grab a pair for myself and Kynlee! Sorel is one of the warmest brands for winter gear that I've found. Click HERE to look.

2 in 1. New game charge tool! If do a lot of painting or have a painting project coming up soon this project will cut you prep time in half! Click HERE to look.

Pole Saw. With having a lot of trees on our properties this tool has been amazing! Ryan is able to reach so many branches from the ground with this tool. We highly recommend it! Click HERE to look.

Gold Bells. The holidays are right around the corner, has me thinking and preparing. Bells are one of my favorite accessories that I use for fall. This exact one I love. Click HERE to look.

Light Fixture. We are in the process of working on our fixer upper that we recently purchased. I have now been on the search for budget friendly items for updating. I grab these light fixtures for the exterior of the home. They come in a pack of 3 which is amazing for the price. Click HERE to look.

5 FALL THINGS I'M LOVING

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:04:23 GMT

5 Fall things I am loving right now!

Usually when fall is right around the corner, that tends to be my season that I enjoy getting a few new different things to add the my decor or wardrobe collection. This year surprisingly I didn't grab many things! Which is alway a great feeling being content with that you have. But I did snag a couple things that I'll share below, that I'm so happy I did!

This twisted candle holder caught my eye at the end of summer. To which it can definitely be an all season item. With the different twisted brushed gold look it found a home on the mantle in our dining room and it fits just right...

I actually got this plaid throw blanket last year. An easy way to make a room feel right for each season is so simply actually. Switching out a blanket, faux stems and pillows can make a huge difference. I use this blanket on the back of our couch for the fall/winter season. I love the muted darker tones in the stitching...

Afloral has some of the most beautiful faux greenery. They can be more of an investment item because of the quality but I think it is worth it is you know you are going to love it. I treated myself to this stem this fall season (note they are styled in my kitchen in the photo above)...

Amazon Sweatshirt. Each fall I invest in 2 or 3 new sweatshirts as they are what I live in every year during the cold months. I snagged this one off of Amazon and it quickly has become one of my favorites!

Checkered Rug. How adorable is this indoor/outdoor rug?! It comes in many different sizes off of the sight. A fun pattern to easily add to a space for a great price!

30 DAY MARRIAGE PRAYER CHALLENGE

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:42:47 GMT

30 Day Marriage Prayer Challenge

Join us as Ryan and I, along with many of you start the 30-day prayer challenge for our marriages!! We did this last year, and it was so powerful. I must admit, in my own marriage it showed me my flaws and drew me closer to God and wanting to glorify Him through it all! But we are going to pray big prayers of healing, restoration, and put on our spiritual armor to fight hard for marriages!

Start Today!!

The last time we did this I encouraged you to write out your prayers. It helps to focus your brain and not get distracted, and it's also amazing to look back on and see how God has worked through the prayers! I loved the moment on girl left on the Instagram reel that said this...

"I can honestly say last year's prayer challenge changed my life. Looking back at my prayers now and seeing them answered.

It was such a gift!"

We don't always see immediate answers, but we know that God hears every single prayer we pray and He answers them in His

perfect timing and His perfect way.

Also, since last time we started the prayer challenge on such a whim I didn't have together a list of prayers prompts. This year a sweet follower found a list of prayer prompts from Revive Our Hearts Blog and I thought it was a perfect starting point to focus us each day. I will be using them to guide our prayers and will hop on my Instagram each night to pray for our marriages. I'll keep all of the prayers in a highlight reel so if you miss it you can look back there!

Prayer Prompts

Day 1 - Pray that your husband will grow spiritually and consider his accountability before the Lord.

Day 2 - Pray that your husband's relationship with God and His Word will bear fruit in his life.

Day 3 - Pray that your husband will be Humble and quick to agree with God about his sin.

Day 4 - Pray that your husband will grow in leadership skills in your relationship protecting and providing for you.

Day 5 - Pray that your husband will be faithful to his wedding vows.

Day 6 - Pray that your husband will love righteousness and hate wickedness.

Day 7 - Pray that your husband will safeguard his heart against inappropriate relationships with the opposite sex.

Day 8 - Pray that your husband will work hard to provide for your family, to the best of his ability.

Day 9 - Pray that your husband handle finances wisely, will have discernment concerning budgeting and investing.

Day 10 - Pray that your husband will cultivate strong integrity, and not compromise his convictions.

Day 11 - Pray that your husband will have a humble, teachable servants heart before the Lord.

Day 12 - Pray that your husband will yield his sexual drive to the Lord and practice self-control.

Day 13 - Pray that your husband uses practical skills to build your family.

Day 14 - Pray that your husband will speak words that build up your family and reflect a heart of love.

Day 15 - Pray that your husband will choose his close friends wisely.

Day 16 - Pray that your husband will choose healthy, God-honoring activities.

Day 17 - Pray that your husband will enjoy his manliness as he patterned his life after Christ.

Day 18 - Pray that your husband will have an eternal perspective - living in the right of eternity.

Day 19 - Pray that your husband will be patient and a man of peace.

Day 20 - Pray that your husband will yield his mind and thought to the Lord.

Day 21 - Pray that your husband will learn how to relax in the Lord and in his greatest times of stress.

Day 22 - Pray for your husband will practice forgiveness in your relationship and with others.

Day 23 - Pray that your husband will be a good father.

Day 24 - Pray that your husband will have a balanced life - that he will balance work and play.

Day 25 - Pray that your husband will be courageous in his stand against evil and injustice and he will stand for truth.

Day 26 - Pray that your husband will discover and live his God- given purpose.

Day 27 - Pray that your husband will understand the importance of taking care of his body.

Day 28 - Pray for your husband will be a man of prayer.

Day 29 - Pray that you husband will surrender his time and talents to the Lord.

Day 30 - Pray that your husband will serve God and others with pure motives.

I'm so excited!!

You know what really excites me is seeing all of you commenting on my Instagram reel saying you are joining us in this challenge!!

Check out that post and read some of the comments for encouragement!

Lord, we pray we move moutons this next month. We pray we see the miraculous and that hearts are transformed and lived are changed! We pray through it all that you are glorified! Strengthen our marriages, strengthen our homes, and strengthen our faith! In Jesus name, Amen.

See you tonight in stories for prayer!

SHOP OUR HOME

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:45:58 GMT

SHOP OUR HOME

Welcome to our home!

I put together this post so you can check out all the things you many like or be curious to where they are from and shop along!

*If something isn't liked it is no longer available to purchase, was made by hand or isn't linkable.

As always check out more of my blog for questions on DIY's and many more blog posts on each space. As well as checking our my Instagram Bio with all the things Amazon Favorites and My LikeToKnowIt.

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HERE WE GO AGAIN!

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:26:23 GMT

We just got ourselves a fixer upper cabin!!

And I know, I know, I can just hear people saying, wait what?!? Aren't they BUILDING a cabin...and have an extra lot?!? Don't they have enough on their plates, why would you want another one? And don't worry, those are ALL the same thoughts we have had as well:) But remember when we went to the Life Surge conference this summer? Well something really clicked for us and we decided to get out of our comfort zone, take some risks, and invest in ourselves. Yes, it's scary, yes it could backfire, but after weighing all of the pros and cons we just COULDN'T pass this little cutie up!

This cabin is actually on the other side of our neighbors house that we painted, so only 2 spots down from our cabin. It was a sweet elderly couple that lived here, the wife died and the husband moved out over a year ago. We met with his son and he was excited about us giving it some love, knowing his mom would love that. When we first looked at it we thought it would be the perfect flip cabin. We could put our sweat equity into, make it cute, and make a profit on it. But we also didn't want to pay crazy taxes on it selling it to early, so as we thought about we we decided we'll rent it out first and see how that goes. And we are actually super excited to have a trial run on a rental in our area! And my last little tiny thought in the back of my head as we were walking through it the last time was this would be the cutest little house for Momma Sue someday;) I don't know if she'll ever move to Minnesota, but I always want her to know she is welcome and that there might even be the perfect spot for her (once we are done with it) IF she ever decides to:) So now that you know the plan, lets take a little look inside!

When you walk through the front door you come into this porch. It's amazing how much it mimcs our cabin porch and honestly, as it is, it's not super functional. It has some of the best views in the cabin and is so closed off! I can't wait to open it up, redo the floors, make the windows BLACK! Paint the the walls and ceiling and add some chunky beams!! Ahh!! Can you tell I'm a bit excited?!? There will be a huge difference with a minimal budget and I can't wait!

So this is the little entry from the porch to the living room. Right now there is a wood fireplace that is on a weird slanted wall. We will rip that out, add a gas fireplace further to the right, and then open that door way up to at least twice the size and I'm hoping with an ARCH! Swoon. This one is going to be a stunner. I love small spaces because a few small details add up to MAJOR impact!

And here's the little tiny kitchen off the living room. This will be a complete gut. But it's so small it won't take much to put it all back together! And we'll get rid of the peninsula and add a beautiful island that will be the main focus. Good thing I just refreshed my tiling skills cause that backsplash is going to come out too!

There are two bedrooms at the back and this one smaller bathroom. I told you it was small:) I can't wait to take you on a video tour soon, but first we have been working on the exterior to try to button some things up before winter comes in MN!

And the outside needs a lot of love:) This is just one little area, and yes, there is a sidewalk hiding under that jungle somewhere in there. It's been untouched for a couple of years and in desperate need of some TLC. But thankfully we are good at that!

So while Ryan works on all of the exterior of the new build, I'm going to start tackling, demoing, and putting this little cutie back together! I am so beyond excited to get back to my roots with this one. I'm talking DIY on a budget with beautiful design and more daring choices since its not my home! Wohoo! So make sure you're tuning into stories because stuff needs to happen every day over here. We are hoping to get her up and running ASAP, and you'll be the first to hear about it!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:06:00 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

Wide Leg Jeans. Now I wasn't sure for a while what I thought about wide leg pants coming back in style LOL. But I did find this pair that has changed my mind! They are for all my tall girls and they feel like you aren't wearing jeans they are moveable. I am on board now. Click HERE to look.

Happy Nuts. This might be a little bit TMI but you know what, if this helps others like it helped Ryan its worth sharing hehe. Ryan has tried everything to help with rubbing in that area. A follower recommended this stuff and Ryan is sold! Click HERE to look.

Faux Fall Stem. I found a 'Look for less' of my favorite Afloral stem at Walmart! It is a great option if you aren't wanting to spend more than $6 on some fall stems! Click HERE to look.

Gray Blazer. I saw Sonia post this blazer on her Instagram a couple weeks ago, it sold me right away! I was so surprised how cozy and soft it is. It truly feels like you are wearing a sweatshirt is how I described it. Perfect for dressing more professional but jokes on them because it's so comfy;) Click HERE to look.

Pullover Sweatshirt. Each fall I like to get 2/3 new sweatshirts as that is no joke what I live in during the cold months. I found this one on Amazon and quickly became a favorite of mine. Click HERE to look.

ALL HAPPENINGS OF PROVERBS31GIRL THIS PAST SUMMER

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:28:24 GMT

All of Summer happenings on Proverbs31girl

Alot happened over on the Proverbs31girl home front this summer!

So, I put together a blog post sharing every blog that has happened around here since May! Take a look below so you didn't miss anything!

OUR LITTLE GARDEN. We became garden people this summer and wow has this unlocked a whole new world for us.

THE LAST AND FINALE GARAGE . We finished our last garage makeover.

ANOTHER SURPRISE . Yup, That is right. We bought yet another...

GOLF CART TO CABIN CRUISER. This was a fun little makeover and one I questioned why I didn't do way sooner!

AFTER 6 YEARS WE RE-STAINED OUR DECK. We stained the deck in an afternoon. So much better!

GARDEN CHECK IN. There must be something in the MN soil because we couldn't keep up with our garden harvest in the best way!

THE MAGIC OF PAINT . We were able to paint our cabin neighbor's house in 4 hours. I love the magic of paint!

RYAN HAD A SECRET PROJECT THIS SUMMER. Did you miss the secret project Ryan build this summer?

DRAMATIX BOX MOLDING . Bye Bye shiplap, Hello dark box molding!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:49:45 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Portable Garbage Can . This garbage is a must for keeping the floor clean in the car. And when you stop at a gas station, dump it out and away you go! So easy in everyday and keeps the car clean! Click HERE to look.

Backseat organizer. This is really great for younger kids. It hold everything they bring along. The little tray that folds down is great for adding a tablet for a show or to hold food etc. It comes in a pack of 2! Click HERE to look.

Car Caddy. I love this accessory. I pack it with wet wipes, snacks, garbage bags, paper towels etc. We used this on our roadtrip to Florida and was so handy to be able to find all the things you don't know where to store in your car on a roadtrip. Click HERE to look.

Faux Stem. These are my favorite fall stem that I own, They are from Afloral. I have had them a couple years now and find myself pulling for them first when I decorate for fall to ensure I find a place for them! Great quality in material and color. Click HERE to look.

Plaid Throw Blanket. I use this throw blanket for the back of our sofa in the great room during the fall season. A score off of Amazon that I've loved. Great budget friendly way to add some muted fall colors to your space. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 18:32:53 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

Snap N Strain Strainer. This kitchen strainer is game changer! It clips right onto the pot for easy pouring. A new kitchen must have! Click HERE to look.

Bar light. I love that this light has a dimmer on it. I believe it comes with 5 different settings. We have this above our kitchen stove and use this as a night light on the lowest setting! Click HERE to look.

Peel and Stick towel holder . I used this in our main floor bathroom because I never wanted to drill into the wall for vanity. Problem solved! Click HERE to look.

Adirondack Chairs. 6 of these beauties have a new home our at our new build on the lake. I am super happy with them. Read more of my reveal on them over on my latest blog post on Proverbs31girl blog... Click HERE to look.

Hammock. Our kids love to do either home work in hammocks during the beautiful weather. They upgraded theirs recently to ones with a netting so the bugs don't fly in or bees stay out! Comes with all of the accessories. Click HERE to look.

RETAINING WALL & FIRE PIT

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:53:05 GMT

Outdoor Retaining Wall and Fire Pit Area

In between waiting for certain things to be ready on the cabin rental we are building, we were able to tackle the lakefront project that we knew needed attention. We thought this might be a space that we can enjoy this fall even if the house isn't finished, we could still use this area on crisp fall evenings around the fire pit. Plus, next spring we are going to be so busy on finishing all of the projects on the build that we won't have time to put into the bank, so it was perfect timing.

For the retaining wall supplies we went with a local landscaping business. One of Ryan's best friends has a landscaping business, so he was able to get a lot of inside scoop from him on best budget friendly place to get things / how to DIY this ourselves. As doing a retaining wall on a steep bank like this is a first for us and although Ryan is willing to tackle any project, this one was a bit intimidating.

Ryan secured a long railroad tie to keep the walkway nice and sturdy. He added a bit of gravel as well to flatten it out and we widened the path from about 18" to over 30".

Onto building the retaining wall. We learned that you need to dig the very first put in a drain tile behind the retaining wall so the water is diverted around the wall. You can't see that here, but Ryan dug it in and has it covered behind this first row of blocks. Then, the first row of your wall needs to actually be dug in and level with the ground to get a good footing. Each of these blocks are 80lbs, they are SO HEAVY. We ended up going 8 levels high, that's a lot of blocks to carry! But Ryan is a stud and did a great job tackling this HARD task.

*We are obviously not professional landscapers, but Ryans buddy is, so we are so thankful to have gotten a lot of pointers from him!

We went with the black blocks, They were a little bit more money but I loved the look of them! Also, we learned to get all of your block from the same load, We added these corner blocks after we purchased the straight blocks, and they ended up being a little lighter. We didn't realize it at the time, but it's a good thing to check ahead of time:) Too late for us now, it is what it is:)

The cap of the wall finishes it off so nicely. We purchased all of the landscaping block from Willow Creek out of Kimball. It is open to the public as well if you are local:) We worked alongside Nagel Landscaping doing this project and he said if you want to do it right, these blocks are 4" deeper than Menards and you won't have to ever redo this wall again.

While Ryan was working on finishing the retaining wall, Tate and I worked on the flagstone pathway. We got an unbeatable deal on a pallet of flagstone rock. I LOVE flagstone, but it is so spendy so when we were offered this deal it couldn't be passed up. We ended up getting 5 pallets full of it for $3000, which was about half price. We only used about 1/2 pallet on this walkway and I'm so excited to have all of the leftovers to use as paths between the building and up to the front entrance at the cabin. I was able to play around with the placement of each stone. I dug up just a small amount of dirt before laying it down, then formed it into place.

Then we used pea gravel over the entire pathway for in between the stones and to make it more level when walking.

Onto the firepit/landing area!

Pea gravel was laid next.

Next to the old steps I planted these adorable scrubs! They are called Mr. Bowling Ball Arborvitae. The best part is they just get to 2 or 3 feet tall, are soft to the touch and will keep their green all year long! Thankfully we had just gotten a lot of rain, so the ground was soft and easy to dig these in.

I placed larger rocks in between the shrubs to help hold the smaller river rock that we used to cover the plastic.

We decided to let the pro ( Nagel Landscaping ) take over this part of the landscaping. Brandon is Ryan's buddy who helped us out a couple days! He has all of the machinery to be able to lift these extremely heavy rocks and steps. Speaking of steps, that is what they are putting in above!!

Ahhh! Man I love when a project comes to life better than you pictured it to be. Ryan found these steps at Willow Creek, the same local landscaping place for a steal of a deal, they have a fine dust finish on them, so they got marked down. I personally can't even tell though. I think he got them for $60 a piece originally $150!

The final step, adding a firepit! I had the best and biggest stud helper on building the fire pit. We decided to tackle this project on the hottest day of the year, yikes probably not the smartest idea, but we did it anyways LOL. This part can take some time, with making sure it is exactly level on the bottom row so entire pit doesn't wobble. After a lot of smoothing dirt and moving away rock we got it level!!

We got our Stone Fire Pit Kit from Willow Creek, but I found an identical kit from Home Depot. The kit comes with full instructions on how-to!

We ended up deciding to get River Rock for the hill to be filled in where there isn't plants or rocks. It made for a perfect finished look!

By the first pit the greenery I went with is called Hetz midget arborvitaes. I liked the darker green color to these guys.

BEFORE

After

Can you believe that is the exact same view?!? Crazy how much property we gained from this project!

Oh my goodness!! This project was some major sweat equity! We knew that coming into this that we wanted to do as much of the work as we could ourselves. And wow does doing the work make the finished project even more exciting!! My vision for this area came to life and to life even better than I had pictured in my head!

You may already know my love for Adirondack Chair! They are a structured design that is durable, usually quite comfortable and they are pretty to look out at! They also seem to be an iconic cabin chair. I found this chair online one day and loved the more modern build of them with the warm brown coloring. Plus, a huge bonus to these Adirondack chairs is that they are the weatherproof material, so they hold their fresh look over time and hold up in all of the elements. We have had our other ones out year-round for 3 years and they still look brand new.

The last step of this project was spreading the river rock on the hills so we don't get any wash out. Wow does that make it look complete!!

We decided that if we were going to do this we were going to go an extra mile and a little more of a bigger penny to ensure we wouldn't ever have to touch this area again. Knowing that makes it even more worth our while!

BEFORE

AFTER

I can't believe that those steps are the same! Wow! We were so grateful to not have to redo all the steps to the lake as that would have been a huge investment. Even though they aren't perfect, I actually love how they organically fit in now amidst all of the rocks and stone!

Budget Breakdown

RETAINING WALL, BLOCKS & CAP $2100

FLAGSTONE 1/2 PALLET $350

SMALL ROCKS (PEA GRAVEL AND RIVER ROCK) $460

LARGE ROCKS $675

STEPS $840

16 SHRUBS $865

6 ADIRONDACK CHAIRS $900

LANDSCAPE FABRIC - FREE, WEHAD IT

FIRE PIT W/ GRILL $600

LABOR - TBD, still waiting on the bill for 2 days of landscapers help:)

TOTAL: $6790

Just for fun, after we finished our retaining wall we asked our landscaper buddy how much it would have cost to build. He said for JUST the retaining wall it would be an $8-$10k bill. And I totally understand why, the labor is crazy ridiculous and hard, but WOW! We just created this whole space for about what it would have cost to have a wall made. I'd say that's a good return on our sweat equity!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 17:55:10 GMT

Favorites Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Real Babydoll. Ruby is my baby lover and my sister in WI had one of these, Ruby instantly fell in love! She had some $ she had been saving. Well she real quick found what she wanted to spend that $ on. It arrived a few days ago and boy is she one happy girl. Click HERE to look.

Walking Treadmill. We have this exact walking pad in the office. Anna uses it on the daily and really likes it. Such an awesome way to keep your legs moving if you work from a computer most of your day. Click HERE to look.

Fall Floral. This week in MN sure didn't feel like fall and I'm not sure if I actually am quite ready for it but I did order a couple fall items to have when I start to decorate. These stems from Walmart were a score for look and price point. Click HERE to look.

Adirondack Chair. I am so excited about these chairs. I got them for our fire pit area at the new build. They are great material that will be durable for changing weather conditions. They have many different colors as well. Click HERE to look.

"Like A River" Book. I read this book in 2 days time. It felt very similar to our story so I was hooked. A very good read. Click HERE to look.

5 THINGS I ORDERED IMMEDIATELY AFTER SEEING

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:47:46 GMT

5 things I ordered as soon I came across them

From searching Amazon or seeing other friends share about them. I'm sharing 5 things that I didn't wait on or add to cart, I ordered right away after learning about. All from Amazon and we all know it doesn't get any slicker than that!

Check out the 5 items I didn't hesitate on!

We have had this strainer for probably 6 months now and wow is it nice! It clicks right onto your pot so you don't have to hold it while pouring out your food or loose any food down the drain. A great kitchen accessory!

I snagged this shirt this week after coming across it. It is a light material perfect for heading into a different season. We all know a love a good pattern, I was drawn to the vertical and horizontal stripes! If you are searching for a transitional piece this might be your ticket!

I have wanted a towel bar that doesn't need to be screwed into the wall for some time now. This pretty gold bar is just what I've been looking for. It sticks right onto the wall in the bathroom or wherever you may of needed a hanging bar. Practical and pretty!

We didn't install under cabinet lighting in our kitchen and sometimes I feel like it gets a little too dark under there espeically when cooking on the stove at night. This ligh t has saved the day! It is thin so it fits really anywhere. Yay to not cooking blindly at the stove anymore!

Something about me is I LOVE window/door panes!! Like it is really one of my all time favorite things, I think it adds so much character. Well some of ours at home don't have panes, so I used this to create the looks. An easy DIY that can make a huge difference!

MY TOP 5 PAINT COLORS

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 16:20:36 GMT

My Top 5 Paint Colors

One of my most frequent questions that I get is asking about what a certain paint color is in my house. I am going to share the

Top 5 Colors that I use the most and have loved for years or ones I have found in the last while that I fell in love with immediately.

Finding the right paint color is not easy, it can look so different in the store vs at home or in one room different than the next. These are my tried and true favorites and I recommend to anyone!

98% of my paint colors I get in a satin finish in the Pittsburg Paramount Brand. Not a lot of stores carry that brand unless you have a Menards local. But just sharing what I get, you can really get whatever brand you would like.

There is one color that I get in flat finish, which I will share what one that is below. But I almost always do a satin finish!

Simply White by Benjamin Moore

On the daily I get asked what color white I use. If you are familiar with paint at all, finding a white that you love is NOT AN EASY TASK;)

Simple White is the perfect amount of white/cream ratio with no major cold or warm under tones. A very good versatile white, I have yet to find a spot that this white doesn't look amazing.

Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore

The most asked paint color = Revere Pewter. I love this color, I've painted nearly every piece of trim in our house this color along with many cabinets and different nooks. It is a very creamy neutral with a hint of a warm undertone. It can look darker in spots that don't get as much sunlight, that tends to be when the warmer undertone pops a little bit more. If you love neutrals but haven't found an accent color you love yet, this might be your winner!

Onyx by Benjamin Moore

Onyx is the black that I use. The staircase in our house is this black, the ceiling in the office, Rubys room accents, the kid's bathroom etc etc. I have it in many places. It creates a lot of contrast to a home that is very neutral, which I love.

+ The Matte addition. The photo below is still Onxy but with a flat matte finish. Boy, do I love the matte look for moody spaces.

Stonehenge Griege by Benjamin Moore

This color is a recent discovery for me. It is a couple shades darker than Revere Pewter. I painted it in a camper reno and immediately fell in love with it with the moody vibe it created I ended up using it in my bathroom!

Toasted Poppyseed by Benjamin Moore

Toasted Poppyseed is a great in between Gray/Black. It's almost a charcoal gray color with a tinge of black look to it.

I always get this color in a flat finish. It looks more true to color in a flat.

Thanks for joining my little color school tour, I hope that helped you out with you color questions!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 22:38:41 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Cream Arches Buffet Cabinet. Did you see the dramatic reveal of my most recent project?! View HERE if you missed it. This beautiful arched buffet has a scene in there. Click HERE to look.

Waffle Knit Men's Shirt. We had family pictures this week. This is the shirt Tate wore. I ordered off of amazon and was hopeful it was as the photo showed LOL to my surprise it was and better! Great quality. I loved it so much I ordered it for Ryan to have too. Click HERE to look.

Volleyball Set . Our kids have been really into volleyball lately. We didn't own a net, So Tate was on the hunt for one. We found this on for a decent price I thought for all that comes with it. The quality is very sturdy, not flimsy like some can be. Plus, it comes with many different accessories to have the entire volleyball experience and fun! Click HERE to look.

Women's Flattering Long Sleeve Blouse . This is the top I grabbed for family pics and let me tell you. It is so flattering, comfy and the perfect pattern for fall! The cut of it is just perfect. Click HERE to look.

Shades of Light Victor Semi-Flush Light. I am in love with the bronze color of this light in the new space I just finished in our home. It is Suttle but adds the right amount of eye candy! Click HERE to look.

DRAMATIC BOX MOLDING

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:27:40 GMT

Dramatic Box Molding

First off if you missed part 1 of this project, you'll want to head over to the previous post to see how far this area has come in the last couple of weeks. Believe me it has come a long way...

Okay now let's talk about how I was able to create this dramatic box molding look! This was my vision all along to do box moulding. I knew it would be a little tricky figuring out the correct sizing and dimensions for the boxes. Plus, the angles to cut were going to be tricky but that wasn't going to stop me! I was ready for the challenge and the end result.

I'll share a trick I learned for cutting a perfect 45 degree angle after realizing I gotta figure something out because my brain was fried without this easy trick!

To begin this process meant figuring out dimensions and tapping them out on the wall to make sure I visually liked the placement. To insure they are perfectly level/straight I ordered this Cross Level . It fits right onto a tripod so it can easily be moved around to different heights. We especially needed to use this as our 130-year-old home isn't level in all places...

I trick I have on how to figure out angles

Step #1, #2 and #3

Line up 1 side of your paper and fold over the other side of the paper tab down to match the angle you need to cut. Cut that flap off.

Once that tab is cut. Fold that side perfectly over again. The bottom left corner has stayed in the same spot the entire time. Like image #2.

The tip is now the point of your angle. The 3rd photo point.

Step #4

Mark your point with a pen, cut down the middle. There you have your angle right there see in photo #5

You get the perfect angle every time!

You can see how I framed my boxes out and then how it looked with some framed with trim. I kept cruising along cutting, lining up and nailing the boxes in place... Once that was done I was thrilled that the BLUE tap could finally come off!

Time to blend!! The moment I've been waiting weeks for...

The black paint color I always use is call Onxy by Benjamin Moore. I usually get it in a satin finish as well but the time I wanted it to be more of a muted black. So I went with a matte finish. Definitely the right call!

Note: the first coat of the black may come out looking navy blue. Don't worry once the 2nd coat in on it looks like the correct color.

After

Woah the dramatic elevated look is everything I would of hoped It would be and more! So bold and beautiful. I feel like it made the staircase grander as it didn't really have a place before. Now it is a statement.

The Cream Arched Buffet Cabinet I was on the hunt for. We needed a little but more storage over here. The downside of older homes, they don't come with much storage at all. So, we are always looking for ways to get creative with storing items.

I am loving "Arches" in this style season of my life so these caught my eye immediately.

This gorgeous Shades of Light Brass Pendant is dreamy. I was drawn to the bold but versatile look. I feel like there are many different style that could work around it.

Thanks for coming on this journey with me. This has been a project I've been wanting to attack for over a year now but the idea of smoothing the walls out always intimidated me. It was a lot of work and a mess, but completely manageable and doable. And the results are so worth it!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:05:54 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl.

Table Fly Fans. These things are game changer! If you often eat outside like we do at the cabin in the summertime these keep the flies away no joke. We keep 1 on each side of the table. No more yucky flies at dinnertime. Click HERE to look.

Pizza Topping Container . We recently got a outdoor pizza oven for at the cabin that we have been loving! I got this container to keep all of the toppings together so it is easy for everyone to create their own. Click HERE to look.

Beautiful Drew Chair. Did you see this chair is now back in stock?! I got 2 of these for our Great room a few months back. We love them. They swivel, can fit 2 people if need be, and the obvious, gorgeous! Click HERE to look.

Toggle Necklace + Bracelet. The Best Seller in the Proverbs31girl store = The Toggle Necklace and Bracelet. They came back in stock this week only to be sold out within 24 hours. The bracelet is still let in stock!

Don't worry, the necklace will be restocked again soon! Click HERE to look.

Beautiful Drew Coffee Table. How beautiful is this coffee table that was just realized from the Drew Barrymore line at Walmart. Did you know that the wooden top comes off and is storage?! woah, amazing for mama's with littles so toys have a hidden home or for extra blankets. Click HERE to look.

RYAN'S SECRET PROJECT REVEALED

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:07:25 GMT

Secret Project Revealed

Ryan sent me a message one day of a picture from Facebook Market of a $300 tube slide saying, "We need this".

Next thing I know he's leavin g first thing in the morning to drive an hour away to pick up this 26 piece tub slide !!

Mind you its's not like we have a million other projects going on this summer, so why not add a waterslide project to the mix;) He saw the fun it could be, I needed a little more time haha.

Looking back now this turned into such a great Ryan + Tate project. Tate got to learn from the best on how to engineer something like this hands on! Amazing life lessons.

So, She came looking like this, Blue, Red and Tan. All 26 pieces. You know what my instant thoughts were "she will get a makeover" ;)

But the first task is for Ryan and Tate to figure out how they were going to come up with a platform to stabilize it in the water, that will be tall enough.

They started with creating the structure of the tube they wanted because came with many pieces, it was really customizable. They decided on a structure of the slide, so now was time to brainstorm the base plan for this 15foot long slide.

They brainstormed and brainstormed and then all of the sudden - he got it! Ryan can up with the plan! The main concern was to make sure that the base didn't tip from one side or the other. They used treated lumber and started with the front base and worked their way to the back tall side, getting it nice and sturdy so no accidents would happen.

The last part of the boys job was to come up with a way to get water at the top of the slide otherwise it's dry and wont slide. They came up with the idea to create a pump that pumps water from the lake through a hose to the top of the water slide. They found a pump from Runnings a 330 gallons per hour pump. Smaller but perfect for this project. You just plug it in with an extension cord that runs from power at the cabin and away you go. Guess what they figured it out in no time!! Such smart guys I tell ya. Everyone was grinning ear to ear at this point in the process!

It took them 2 days to get all of that done! Now it is my turn!

Ryan has the fun ideas and then I get to make them pretty! There is no way I was going to let that thing stay Blue and Red LOL.

I tapped off the skylight window and then started with a plastic primer first on the entire exterior.

Then Ryan offered to haul it out for me, and boy did that make a difference finishing on dry ground.

Then I used my favorite little Homeright paint sprayer with exterior white paint.

I also stained the lumber structure with a basic outdoor stain.

Of course, I had to do a brand it;) But that task was a tad challenging! Balance the projector on the later while I stenciled standing on the ladder in the dark. But we got it!! Back into the water we go!

Doesn't she look 100% times better! And surprise she found a new homebase at our other dock! It just made more sense to have it over there with the steps right next to it so the kiddos (and adults!) can get out easily! Oh do we have some happy kids around here + let's be honest Ryan is probably just as happy LOL!

The name "the slip'n slide" just fits ever so perfectly and it makes my heart oh so happy to have the slide branded!!

Project Cost Breakdown:

Slide = $300

Pump = $100

Lumber = $100

Paint = $50

LED lights for inside the tube = $20

Total: $570

We are in this thing for under $600! We looked up basic waterslides not even tube waterslides and the basic model sells for over $3,000+++

So, I'd say that a pretty great win all around, everyone is happy!

Lundeen Waterpark now open for business!!

If you missed it, Tate videoed the entire thing and made it into a YouTube Video. You don't want to miss it.

Check out Lundeen Living on YouTube to watch!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 02:02:20 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

This weeks most loved links on - Proverbs31girl

Spanx Lounge Pant . These ae more of a splurge item but let me honestly tell you, these are my favorite lounge pant. I got a pair last year and wore them constantly that I gifted myself another pair. For all of us tall girlies these are amazing for length and SO comfy! Click HERE to look.

Egg Chair . Egg Chairs have been a popular item in the last year or 2. They are fun cozy chair to snuggle in + they look unique sitting out styles on a deck or porch. Click HERE to look.

Dewalt Hand Sander. This was a tool I used this week on the wall in our dining room (Check out my blog or Instagram if you missed it) But I lightly recommend this sander if you are in the marker for one. Click HERE to look.

Gap Home Outdoor 3 piece set . I snagged this adorable set on clearance at Walmart. It is just as cute in person, comfortable and super easy to assemble. It took me about 20mins from start to finish. It will now live out at the lot on the Lake. Click HERE to look.

Clip on strainer. We have had this strainer for months now, I just haven't shared it until this week. It is a genius invention, holds right onto the pot to pour out the water. So slick and on sale this week too. Click HERE to look.

BYE BYE SHIPLAP

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 15:06:27 GMT

Bye-Bye Shiplap!

Yes, you read that correct, Bye bye shiplap. Not all of the shiplap in our house is going Bye Bye but some is officially retiring. This area was actually my first wall I ever did shiplap on, and you can tell. The qualify is not it, the boards don't meet in places so it's time to take it down and for something different!

I am going to show you how I prepared the wall in steps below incase someday you decide to take shiplap down and was to restore the previous wall as best as possible without getting all new sheetrock!

Note, there is nothing wrong with the before by any means and I loved this look for quite some time, but I have a vision of what this could do and I was itching for a project I could do. So now it's happening!

Step #1.

Tearing off is the easy part. And let me tell you why I don't recommend ship lapping with glue another because it completely dissipates the wall. Defiantly a lesson learned after finding this out. The paint and nails of the ship lap hold up just fine and wont wreck your walls nearly as day as the glue will... Boy oh boy did the tearing off step make a mess let me tell you!

Step #2. I used this Primer to seal the raw open paper next.

This is the part during projects especially demo ones where I think to myself "Why am I doing this?" But then I remember starting is the hardest part and now I am committed to doing it!

Notice the dust on the table, Lol that's what my entire house looks like right now!

After sealing the raw paper I wanted to try sanding the wall before doing anything else to get it smoother, but I wasn't sure if it would tear more or not. It didn't tare and helped smooth out very well! I use this cordless Dewalt Sander that works great with fine grit paper.

This is what it looks like up close after sanding. Defiantly needing to be filled.

Next step - We used this All Purpose Sheetrock compound to fill the deep holes before did a skim coat. I filled every hole until it was level with the sheet rock as much as possible. There might of been more holes than I realized LOL. Before we skim coated next, I hand sanded all the walls again to make sure it was smooth for the skim coat to go on.

Ryan showed me how to do skim coat with drywall mud. There is a big of a technique to this process. But for us non-perfectionists I got it as good as I could and said, "good enough!". After that guess what, more sanding. Last and final sanding job praise!!!

Then I put on a coat of Zinsser primer + drywall primer before PAINT!

After

WATCH THE REVEAL OF PART 1 HERE!!

Ta Da!! Did you think it was going black?! Watch the reel above to find out what I am really doing to this wall, I can't wait!

I knew this would be a job but holy smokes I didn't realized how big of a job it would be! Now that the tough and messy part is over, I can move onto step #2!

Stay Tuned!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:04:05 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved link this week on - Proverbs31girl.

Hair Tool. I have loved this Foxybae 2-1 hair tool for months now! Flat iron and Curling iron in one are you kidding? Sold! Click HERE to look.

Gap Home Woven Outdoor Set. Walmart is having some killer deals on their outdoor patio sets. I did snag this one for a spot I have in mind. Couldn't pass up the price for one I've had my eye on! Click HERE to look.

HomeRight Max Paint Sprayer. This sprayer was on sale again this week! If you are still contemplating snagging one for your list of projects, go for it! This is a great sprayer. Click HERE to look.

High Waisted Shorts . Being a girl we all know the struggle of finding a good pair of shorts that check off all the boxes. I found these and am happy to say they are flattering but also mom friendly. Highly recommend. Click HERE to look.

Water Filter. We needed a fresh new water filter, We found this one on Amazon for a reasonable price. It took Ryan 15 minutes to install. Very impressed! Click HERE to look.

THE MAGIC OF PAINT

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:37:51 GMT

The Magic of Paint!

Our neighbor out at the Cabin to the left of ours got put up a new shed last year, when he did so he had someone come out and got a quote for his house to be repainted as well. He got quoted $8,000! Isn't that wild!

We couldn't believe that, So Ryan and I offered to do it for him as he has been such a great neighbor and has helped us in many ways!

So we finally scheduled a date for that to happen!! I was just a little excited ;) as the previous coloring (I will put a before pic) needed some updating and the view from our place would change too, especially the view from the kitchen window!

BEFORE

2 tones and gonna look so fresh with a solid paint color! It has such cute character to it, just needs some help with making that character come to life!

Painting Must Haves

View all supplies HERE.

The day finally came and away we went! We used our favorite paint sprayer for the entire project. Let me tell you this sprayer is worth its weight in gold... The color he went with was a color match to 1 of the 2 colors on his new shed so everything our match very nicely! Sadly I do not know the name of the color, if you are wondering what it is...

3 hours, 12 gallons of paint, 1 painted house and 2 painted decks, $600 and you have a completely different house!

Sharing most asked questions further down in this blog...

He even ok'ed to painting the aqua steps! Yay HAHA. We painted everything he would allow;)

Watch this video to see how QUICK these steps got painted!

Most asked questions

What kind of prep did we do before painting? - Our neighbor tapped of the large side of the house the day before so we could get started right away in the AM. He tapped off the smaller sides as we painted. Also, the day before he did pressure wash everything, so it was clean.

Did we thin the paint before spraying? - We did not thing the paint beforehand and it worked just fine.

How many coats did it take? - It only took 1 coat! We were a little nervous it wouldn't cover with just 1 coat because the wood siding is so old, but it did great! We've never had to paint more than 1 coat on anything using this paint sprayer.

Did it really only take 3hours to paint the entire house? - YES! Grated the house isn't very large and this isn't including the prep that he did the day before. But the painting process only took 3 hours!

Is this paint sprayer good for interior or small projects? - I'm not sure I would use this indoors if the house was finished because it is SO MUCH WORK to tap off everything. If it was a new build and you are painting for the first time yes, I would defiantly use it.

Also it works great for smaller projects, such as a cabinet, decks etc etc.

After

What. A. Difference!! Goodness, I love paint more and more everyday lol. But isn't it truly amazing what JUST paint can do.

We defiantly could have done many other things to dress up this cutie but this was the quickest and cheapest way to do so!

The brick chimney looks so good now! In person it looks like it is new brick that's how smooth the paint sprayer puts on paint. ..

Our neighbor was so thankful and we were so happy to be able to help him!

So fun to look over and see this pretty view now;)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 15:06:21 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

Most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

White Pants. I'm not usually an Amazon jeans gal but these were a total score! Long enough for all my other tall girls out there, as well as having the right amount of stretch to them. I'm got my usual size, small. Click HERE to look.

Roman Shades. I have these in our Master bedroom. I like having the option to have window closure if needed but also it doesn't take up a lot of space on the window. Click HERE to look.

Dewalt Pole Saw. This has become Ryan's new favorite tool. With it having a 15 foot long reach you can trim so many tree branches so easily! Why didn't we get one of these sooner lol. So nice to have for tree cleaning up. Click HERE to look.

Paint Sprayer. We all know Ryan and I's love for a paint sprayer LOL. This is a great one at a great price point if you are to invest a little bit in trying out painting projects. Click HERE to look.

Sunglasses . These are my sunnies for this summer. A new favorite! Click HERE to look.

LET'S DO A GARDEN CHECK IN

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 15:11:42 GMT

Harvest Came Early!

When I had the idea to create a garden space I thought to myself "If we get just a few things it'll be so fun and rewarding" I was more excited about creating a beautiful space, if I'm being honest;)

But Oh. My. Goodness! has this completely blown my expectations out of the water!

If you want to know all the info on how the garden started and was created, View THIS BLOG POST to know all of the details!

I have shared the process as the days go by a lot on my Instagram stories, and I have countless messages asking, "What is your secret?!" and I can't believe that every time I read that. I never in a million years thought I would be a garden lady, well guess what... I am one now LOL!!

I'll share a couple tricks I think I have below;)

A couple tricks I think that have really helped the garden to grow in full potential!

*Our deep dark dirt in Minnesota is unmatched. I'm not sure what is in it but the soil that Ryan got from the ground is heavenly.

*I play worship music on my cute little green radio while I water, and I think that is probably a really good reason;)

*The watering wand that I use is so gentle watering just like rain which is game changer and actually makes watering enjoyable!

So far here we have our Basil, Mint, Sugar Snap Pees and Lettuce have been producing like crazy! Like lettuce coming of our ears. We have been having salads many nights, I love fresh everything tastes.

Cucumbers and Zucchini have recently started too and oh are they delicioussssss.

Also this harvest basket has been so fun and handy to have while walking around gathering each item!

This is the face we all have when we walk inside from the garden each day! Who would of thought the joy and excitement a garden could bring, I know our family sure has been enjoying the entire process! Excited to see what the next few weeks brings for harvest and praying for more rain in the forecast!

Check out my Instagram post for more fun details!

Happy Gardening, Friends!

*Links found here and here , as well as my Amazon storefront.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:33:31 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

Fly Fans. Anyone else have problem with flies while eating outside?! Well, we do and boy are they annoying. I found these fly fans on Amazon, and they are game changer! We don't go a meal without them now. Click HERE to look.

Inflatable Paddle Board . Our family favorite toy our at the cabin is our paddle boards. This one is on incredible sale, so if you are on the fence about one this is your time to try one! Click HERE to look.

New Sunnies . I snagged these Amazon glasses on sale for awesome price, their regular price is unbeatable too! Click HERE to look.

Ribbed Glass Set . These are one of my favorite glass sets that I have. I often get compliments on them when hosting a gathering, especially because they come with glass straws! Click HERE to look.

Pizza Oven . Check out my new blog post on our reveal of this oven. Click HERE to look.

JUNE HAPPENINGS ON PROVERBS31GIRL

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:32:14 GMT

All the things that happened on Proverbs31girl in June

If you feel like you missed something that happened in the past month, don't worry I put everything together here in one spot for you to check out!

#1 - Our latest surprise!

Are you getting Deja Vu seeing this picture? Read here to find out!

#2 - Our last and final...

The last garage on our property finally got the makeover it needed the most. Read here to check out!

#3 - Cabin living room update

A couple areas in our cabin got a refresh. Read here for more details!

#4 - From Golfcart to Cabin Cruiser

Would you believe me if I told you I transformed this golfcart for under $50? Read more to find out!

#5 - After 6 years we finally...

We did this for the first time in 6 years. Read here for more details.

HOMEMADE PIZZA NIGHT

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:09:07 GMT

Outdoor Cabin Pizza Night

Outdoor Pizza Cabin night has become one of our family's favorite things. Everyone can create their own pizzas to their liking, with super easy baking process! Super fun to have for when company is over for a fun hosting experience.

The oven we got runs on wood pellets. It takes about 15 minutes to heat up after you light the pellets, then the cooking can begin!

I made the homemade dough about an hour before hand, once it has risen each person gets a dough ball and can start rolling and creating!

Pizza Oven Dough Recipe

Makes about 7/8 personal sized pizzas.

4 Cups 00 flour
1 1/3 cup room temperature water
1 packet rapid rise yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
*Tip use corn meal on the bottom of the plate before rolling out to help prevent sticking to the oven !

Directions

Empty yeast packet into water. Place sugar in water. Whisk with spoon or fingers. Let proof for 5 minutes. Good when starts to froth at the surface.
In medium bowl add h flour and salt. Create a volcano like hole in the center of the flour. Pour yeast into the hole. Gently circle your finger around the rim of the hole, while mixing in more and more flour into water mixture. Eventually all the flour mix should be mixed into the center until you have a dough ball. If it's slightly wet just add a dusting of flour until it isn't so sticky. If the ball of dough is a little dry add a little bit of warm water to keep it just moist.
In a large bowl with a bit of olive oil, place dough ball inside. Drizzle olive oil on top and then cover with a damp kitchen cloth. Let is rise until dough has doubled in size.

Once in the oven, you turn the pizza 3 times. Every 20-25 seconds and then it comes out perfect! Correct it only takes about 1 minute to cook! So quick! So, fun because you get a show but also everyone can still eat all together at the same time!

Also, that cart is SO HANDY. Especially if you don't have an outdoor kitchen, to be able to wheel everything in and out makes the world of a difference!

Here are each of our favorite pizza's if you are looking for some different ideas!

Ryan's - Chicken Bacon Ranch

Allie - Margarita

Tate - Meat lover

Kynlee - Mac N Cheese Pizza

Beckett - Bacon Bits and Sausage

Ruby - Chicken Alfredo

Ryan was very skeptical about this oven ever working, now he is telling everyone about it and how fun of a experience it is! Fun for entertaining all ages!

Outdoor Pizza Oven

Pizza Cart

Pizza Topping Container

Large Metal Paddle

Turning Paddle

Wooden Dough Rollers

Parm and Pepper Shakers

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:35:54 GMT

The Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Mini House kit. Kynlee has always been obsessed with tiny things, including these little building doll houses. She got this one for her birthday last week and have been creating it since. They are such a fun craft. Click HERE to look.

Faux Hydrangeas. These are the most realistic hydrangeas I've found and I have done my research on finding good ones;) Click HERE to look.

Shades of Light Pendant Light . I got 2 of these pendants as a birthday gift to myself! They were worth the 2 month wait. Perfect new adiditon to our kitchen to add a more open and brighter concept. Click HERE to look.

Paint by Number. Paint by number has become my new found way to relax and decompress LOL. I find them extremely calming and enjoyable. The kids have been joining me too! A fun way to all be together creating. Click HERE to look.

Faux Concrete Planter. I found this Pottery Barn planter dupe for a CRAZY price cut! Do not sleep on Walmart, they have some hidden gems out there! I got this for next to our entry door. The sizing it perfect for that. Click HERE to look.

AFTER 6 YEARS ITS TIME TO RE-STAIN OUR DECK

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:09:12 GMT

Staining our home deck

We have not stained our deck for close to 7 years, Yup to say the least it is time. So this summer it is!

Last summer I stained and shared the entire process on how I did it over on the little Sauna deck . I will do the same process on this on as well!

*I've put together a highlight on my Instagram on the entire process if you are a visual person and want to watch the video process!

So we removed all/most of the furniture first, it needed a good wash before any staining happened and Ryan pressure washed it all right away. We let it dry a couple of days before putting anything on it. We have an electric pressure washer vs gas and boy is that slick! So much easier to use and is quite a bit quieter too! The exact one we have is no longer available but this one is very similar.

We have found a key trick is if you are building a deck to use this Cedarcide . It preserves your wood; it dries it out and protects it from rot and insects. It has preserved our deck soooooo well!

I used it because you can stain green treated wood after 2 days of applying it, normally they recommend waiting 6 months before staining.

I couldn't wait that long;) So it's definitely worth the investment in my opinion.

Product list

We obviously didn't use the paint sprayer for this product but I often get asked what sprayer we use for our projects so I added it to this post.

We went with Pittsburg Ultra Stain Semi-Transparent from Menards. I know not everyone has access to Pittsburg, but I become a loyal to Pittsburg with great success in stain and paint. I like some grain to show through, so I went with the Semi-Transparent this time and a new color called "Dark Oak."

The first time around I did the color "Wenge" in semi-solid. The semi solid and semi-transparent look completely different just to take note of.

We used the 9' Woodmates applicator for the face of the boards. You can buy the pole that helps to be able to stand up while staining.

The double ended applicator is amazing for getting in the cracks.

I don't think I realized how bad it was until we got part of it stained and you could see the comparison! Holy moly what a difference already.

We started by doing the cracks 4 rows at time, my mom came with the pad behind and went the entire way down so we didn't stop on a board to have overlap of stain as last time is was very noticeable. That method worked so slick! With 3 people it took a little over 2 hours from start to finish.

After

I think we learned to not wait as long as we did to re-stain because wow does that look different!!

The last finishing touches that I did once the stain had dried a bit was paint the risers with a fresh coat of "Simple White" Paint. Now everything has a fresh coat on and boy oh boy do we have a difference! I used this 4" form roller , I love these rollers and use them for many different things!

*For all questions on all the deck greenery, view this blog post for details and links.

I scored this faux concrete planter at Walmart for an amazing price! I love the higher end concrete look but the price I paid for it makes it even better!

*For all of your questions relating to the patio, view this blog post for more into!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 20:13:57 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links from this week on - Proverbs31girl

Real Babydoll . Ruby is our baby lover in the family, she still is at 7 years old, and I love it! She got this 'Real Baby' and let me tell you, it looks so real. It is crazy how they can create sure a lifelike look. Click HERE to look.

Watering Wand. As I'm sure you've seen we planted a garden this year. It has been so rewarding to watch everything grow, we have had very little rain so we've been watering a lot. I got this watering wand off amazon and ill never go back to a regular wand. So awesome!

Click HERE to look.

Kids Color Bible. Beckett has really been enjoying this Coloring Bible as he reads stories while coloring. An extra fun activity while learning amazing stories. Click HERE to look.

Retractable Hose . Along with the watering wand i just shared this, 100' retractable hole is game changer! No more mess across the yard. You pull it as you go and when done, pull on the hole and it pulls right back in! 100% worth it! Click HERE to look.

Inflatable Paddle Board. We use Paddle Boards nonstop out at the Cabin. Fun for all aged. This one is a great price for all the gadgets that come along with it. Click HERE to look.

GOLF CART TURNED CABIN CRUISER

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:59:05 GMT

From Golf Cart to Cabin Cruiser

We use this Golf Cart for countless things on the daily, we've had it for years. We recently brought it out to the cabin to quickly get to and from the new lots and back. (It can easily be walked within 10 minutes) But sometimes carrying things or needing to get their fast this is the ticket!

The only thing about it is, she has seen better days!! Has some dings and dents and could use a little bit of TLC.

Then one day I had an Idea ;) a vision of what golfie could be!

Watch my Step by Step tutorial on how I did this on my Instagram! Click HERE to watch.

There were quite a few spots like this that the old paint was peeling off, so for best finish possible with the new paint I sanded this entire hood before painting. I also gave it a good wash before starting to paint, she was a little dirty/dusty!

Before

After

$50 took this from crusty old Golf Cart to shiny Cabin Cruiser! Can you even handle it?

7 cans of spray paint, a little stencil for branding and of course some rub n buff! Paint always WINS!!

PAINT PRODUCT LIST

RUST-OLEUM 2X Flat Black PRIMER

RUST-OLEUM 2X PAINT+PRIMER SEMI-GLOSS

RUST-OLEUM 2X PAINT-PRIMER METALLIC Gold

RUB N BUFF

Gold spray paint for the rims was just a must, don't you agree with me?! They just add that POP I was looking for!

For the fun interior accents, I used my trusty Rub N buff paint in European Gold with a small paint brush to get in those small little cracks.

I wasn't going to worry about recovering the cushions, BUT my mother-in-law got wind of that, and she volunteered herself and boy do they make all of the difference now!! Thanks Ronelle;)

You know sometimes your like "Why the heck didn't I do this sooner?!" well, this is a total I have no clue why I didn't do this years ago moment LOL. With under $50 in paint and fresh recovered seats this Golf Cart has come to life and fits right in now;)

THE CABIN BEDROOM

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:20:49 GMT

The Cabin Master Bedroom

I can't believe I've never done a blog post on this bedroom! I've defiantly shared it many times on my Instagram stories but never in a blog post. So here we go!

I get many questions on this Bed frame. It is a Pottery Barn wooden bed frame that I was gifted from my nanny family years and years ago! So sweet of them! I still love it so much but don't think they carry it any longer sadly.

This vintage area rug is so pretty! I love the soft coloring it adds in here. I got the 5'3" X 7'6" for sizing reference.

Gold Sconces. To add a pop of gold and go with the warmth tone going on I go these off of Amazon years ago and have held up great!

There isn't a lot of room in this room as you can see so a small nightstand was non negotiable. I got these ones in wood years ago and a while later decide to add some contrast so painted them black! I see them come in black as well online.

This fan makes a huge difference on the warm summer nights to help circular the air as we have a smaller AC unit here at the cabin.

Crunchy bedding is a no no when crawling into bed after a day in the sun LOL. Of course, our favorite Brooklinen is what we have here on the bed and LOVE it. If you have never tried Brooklinen trust me, it is well worth the investment with how much time a person spends in their bed during their lifetime!

THE CABIN LIVING ROOM

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 16:25:24 GMT

The Cabin Living Room

The Cabin Living Room got a couple small updates this spring! Nothing crazy but a few little things to make it feel refreshed...

Here is the history and before/after's of this room if you want to see how insanely much this room changed in the very beginning! I always think it's so fun seeing the before and after's of someone's space.

Also, all the order links (if they are still shoppable) are there as this blog will have the updated/newer links shared.

Notice the old retro dvd player;) well we have no WIFI out at the cabin and really enjoy it that way! Makes it a lot easier to not get distracted with screens and really take in the calm and slow pace of life on the lake.

That being said we just had a floating shelf underneath the time (photo seen below)

I wanted something with a little bit more storage and less cords seen;)

I found this adorable Wood Cabinet at TjMaxx and knew it would be perfect for this spot. With the gold hardware and the Jute doors.

The other new update done is this Rug from Boutique Rugs, Called Rivin Moroccan.

Use Code 31Girl for a discount.

It is actually the sister rug to the one I recently switched out in my living room. I put a fun little twist on that one, See HERE what is!

I like the muted simplicity it gives but always is far from overwhelming to the eye. The small details here and there are the perfect amount of texture. It isn't a thick rug which is what I wanted but the top of it is ultra soft to walk on!

Updated Bunk Room

The Bunkroom got a fresh new set of Beddys Beds, I may be in love with this new pattern!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 18:39:47 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this last week on - Proverbs31girl

Tomato Cage . These cages have been a hit in our garden this year. They have adjustable height rings when the vines start to grow which is very handy to build height as you go. They come in a pack of 4. Click HERE to look.

Black Planters . These are a 2 pack of 20" black planters. They live in front of a small garage on our property with a faux green inside. Great way to dress up a garage front. Click HERE to look.

Projector. I shared a project in the blog this week that i use a projector for. You all helped me find this one for a steel of a deal! Click HERE to look.

Wood and Jute Cabinet. I got this piece for a specific spot out at the cabin. Love the share and design of it.

Click HERE to look.

Gooseneck Light. We finished our last and finale garage this weel! Read all the details and what I love about these lights.

Click HERE to look.

Our last Garage/Shed is FINISHED!

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 14:38:15 GMT

We finally finished all of our last garage makeover!

If you have been around since last year you will probably remember our summer of sheds and garage makeovers! LOL we tackled 4 makeovers in that department last year and wow what a difference it makes a property look!

Well we had just one left to give a makeover to and it has been finished!

In case you missed the summer of sheds last year. I've linked each of those below for you to take a peak at!

Our main Garage at home

Our Cabin Shed

Our House On A Hill Garage.

Our 2 large storage Sheds

Now to the current garage, This is Ryan's tool and car garage, it is extremely nice to have for all the overflow stuff that we don't need to keep in our attached garage...But It is not pretty or I'll say "was" not pretty. See below! It looks like it was basically falling apart, and it is the very first thing you see when you are pulling up our driveway. So this has been a long time coming to say the least,.

Before

After

Before

After

First Ryan took off all of the old sheeting along most of the garage, Then the new sheeting went on! We used OSB for sheeting and smart side for the siding! You can see below what the smart side looks like. It is so "easy" because it clips together so after you cut it, it should slide right in nice and tight.

Also, as you can tell the front of the garage was not the same, so Ryan bumped out the left side to make it level, which added a tiny more space which is amazing!

We snagged 4 new windows from Menards to put in. The old ones were broken and in major need of a replacement.

Ryan also extended this side of the roof as it didn't have a small overhang like the other side, we wanted it to look cohesive, so that was built just before roofing went on.

Onto the roofing! The kids helped in taking off all of the shingles so that we could put tin on to match our house garage addition!

We had terrible hail damage last year and ended up getting all new roofing on the house and attached garage. We were able to keep the damaged tin off of the roof because Ryan did all of the labor, so we kept it for some of this garage to cut cost and on the flat side you can't even tell so it works perfectly.

Once all the roofing was done and siding complete. He moved onto facia and soffit. It is amazing how much that cleans up the look! It started to look so different at this point!

Trim went up next and oh my goodness!!

It was time to paint, yay! I couldn't wait to get my hands on a paint brush! That is the sign in the process that you are getting so close to a finished product! It took 2 coats of paint to fully cover. We found out that it worked best to paint with a roller that covered better instead of doing a lot of it by hand in the groves. The white we used was a custom color match to the pre-existing steel siding that is on the original part of our house. It's definitely a cooler white but works well outside with the bright light.

Having the Bobcat for the higher parts was a lifesaver! *But make sure you watch where you are going walking underneath it - I learned from personal experience with a nice gash to the forehead.., Ouch!!

After

Oh how I love it! It the mini version of our main garage that I was hoping for!

I had a fun idea of a way I wanted to dress it up while doing finishing touches!

I wanted to personalize it, so I used an overhead projector to pencil on the font. It isn't easy to paint on texture so it took a little while but oh did it turn out so pretty!! I've done this technique on a couple different things including the painting on Sweet Caroline! I'll link below an overhead projector for you. Pro tip, it has to be dark in order to stencil correctly so I had to wait until dark to stencil on the side of the garage.

The 4' Boxwoods that I have already you've probably seen as I've shared before, I grabbed 2 for this spot as well as 2 20" black planters to go along accessorizing. I actually stole the planters we made for our house garage for this side. Since it' all rock and gravel I knew it would be hard to plant shrubs, and it's also not a fun place to try to water, so of course my love for faux came in clutch. I found these smaller cedar bushes in two packs for a good price! They add height and green, which works well for breaking up and softening this side of the garage. It's also what you see driving in so I wanted it to be all dolled up:)

I got the exact same Gooseneck lights that we have out our garage so it would match perfectly the only difference is scale, I sized down a bit for this one.

We spent the first 10 years working and fixing up the inside of the house, now the past 2 years has been the outsides turn! These exterior sheds/garages use to bug me so much driving up, now I smile every time I come home!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:46:48 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Axe Throwing Game . This is such a fun game I was staying at an Airbnb in California; they had this game. It is a blast! I had to get it for the Cabin knowing the kids and adults would just love it! Fun for all ages! Click HERE to look.

Bible Commentary. This book is great to follow along with while you are reading the Bible helping understand certain things a little bit better. Click HERE to look.

Apollo Wallet. I have now gotten Ryan on the nice wallet train! You all know how much I love my Andar products! This one is perfect for Fathers day coming up. Click HERE to look.

Girls Bible Bundle. We launched 3 different bundles this week on Proverbs31girl Shop. Don't forget to check out all the goodies in the shop that have been recently launched! Click HERE to look.

Teen Girl Bible. This Bible is so beautiful inside and outside. Perfect for teen girls, Kynlees has one just like this and loves it so much!

Click HERE to look.

Another Surprise lot...

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:24:50 GMT

SURPRISE!!!

We bought another lot on our lake...

Yes, you read that correct! We bought the neighboring lot to the lot we bought last fall, crazy right!! Let me tell you the story!

The story of first lot .

Just like the first lot, we weren't seeking this lot out. We never intended to purchase it. We were actually told after we bought our lot that this lot was being sold to a family member and we were just so grateful because the outside was a mess. Think toilets in the yard, 3 couches, an old pop up camper and so much more. Not a pleasant lot to look at for our guests or ourselves! On top of that, it was another trailer that was completely beyond saving, so it was another big project of clearing that out after we had just finished with the last.

I give a video tour over on IG and that pink stove was adorable but beyond repair sadly:( A few months after we purchased our lot we got a call about this one. It was a family member of the owner of our lot that was selling it and he was hoping to get the names of the other bidders that were interested in the lake lot we purchased. The sweet lady we bought our lot from said I'm not giving you any other names, you should contact Ryan and Allie first because it makes the most sense for them to get first dibs. I mean, how sweet was that. And although we've been saving up forever to build our cabin, we knew the opportunity to have two lots side by side on the lake was too good to pass up. So although we weren't seeking it out, and we didn't even think it was an option, about a month ago we closed on the second lake lot.

Ryan, Tate, and our nephew Brett demoed the old trailer in a few hours, you can head to my IG highlight on lake lots to see the hyperlapse of the demo, it's pretty amazing! And we left this little "addition" they added on for a fun project. So you'll have to stay tuned to see what I have up my sleeve for that! We don't plan on building on this lot. It came with another shed we have a fun idea for and then this addition, and I think it will make just the coolest experience for whoever comes to stay at the cabin! I can't wait to turn it into such a fun experience!

The addition is now wide open, lol! Hoping we can get to it sooner rather than later, but there's a few things going on and it's only a one man show, bless Ryan's heart. So we can't wait to take you along on this journey, (even if it's slow moving) and watch it progress into something magical that we hope you all can enjoy!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 14:19:07 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

The Bible Bundle. We added a fun new bundle to the Proverbs31girl Shop. A Bible Bundle with Bible page tabs, a Bible plan and cute bookmarks. Click HERE to look.

My favorite Bible. This is my favorite Bible with pretty pages inside with many other designs and helpful notes that go along with the reading. Click HERE to look.

Cross Toggle Bracelet. A fan favorite is still in stock in the shop! An all time best seller. Click HERE to look.

Gooseneck Light. We finished our last garage on our property this past week, these are the exact same lights we have on our attached garage but bigger. I wanted to mirror the 2 garages! and these lights did just the trick. Click HERE to look.

Vintage Blender. This my kids' new favorite toy, no joke they use it every single day making smoothies and I don't mind it because it looks cute siting out;) Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Fri, 26 May 2023 19:04:59 GMT

Favorite links of the week

Sharing the most loved links last week on - Proverbs31girl

T-shirt! I am so excited to share this line of t-shirts I've been working on for a quick 2 day sale only with The Brave Mama Co. I hope you are love them just as much as I do and got to snag one before the 2 days was... You can still check out her shop, Click HERE to look.

Study Bible. I have shared this time and time again, this is my favorite study Bible of all time. As a lot of us are starting our "read through the Bible in a year starting next week, whoop whoop! So I wanted to share it again with everyone before that starts.. Click HERE to look.

Cross Toggle Bracelet. We launched these Cross Toggle Bracelets this past week! They are just like the best seller toggle necklace but in bracelet form, it may be my new favorite jewelry piece! We still have more in stock! Click HERE to look.

R aised Garden Beds. Did you miss our garden reveal last week?! Here is the link to the blog post incase you did. These are the planters we used and couldn't be happier with the outcome of them. Click HERE to look.

Garden Arch. The Garden just wasn't quite complete, this arch made that not complete feel complete! Found on Amazon at a seller price I just couldn't be more happy with the way it turned out. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 21 May 2023 02:37:54 GMT

Favorites Links of the Week

This past weeks most loves links on - Proverbs31girl

Solar LED Pathway Lights. I put these in 2 different spots this week at our house! Over by our garage and then by our new garden! They are great for not having to worry about turning them of or on but add to a darkened area. Tip!! make sure you take to glass globe off to turn them on in the beginning or they won't turn on, I learned firsthand;) Click HERE to look.

Tomato Cage. These work so great for growing tomato's or many other things too I'm sure you could use them for in a garden! Click HERE to look.

Foam Remote Control Airplane. Beckett bought on of these with his own money recent. He loves it and so does his older brother. For such a little foam airplane it sure does have some power to it. Click HERE to look.

Walling Hanging Planter. I have 2 of these for the garden. They are awesome for herbs and smaller growing things like that. I've also seen them with flowers planted in them which look beautiful! Click HERE to look.

Raised Garden Bed . If you missed all things garden related this past weekend, check out my blog and Instagram for the latest on this item!

Click HERE to look.

OUR NEW LITTLE GARDEN

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 18 May 2023 20:33:49 GMT

Our latest home addition

This project has been so fun! It all started with moving our propane tank to not be so visible RIGHT next to the house and office. I've wanted to move that since we moved in years and years ago. Moving the tank meant it"s the perfect spot to now add some green!!

Before

See, not cute LOL. It was time for it to be moved to a more hidden area. Meaning a line needed to be trenched under the driveway, to the other side where this tank will now live. He had to dig down two feet for a gas line and while he was digging with the trencher he found So.Many.Rocks! That we definitely used for some of the landscaping of the garden!

*So thankful Ryan has his HVAC degree and can do all these things carefully!

After that large project was done, Ryan leveled everything for me and it was time to place the planters !

One of the biggest reasons to committing to a garden, is the girls have been begging for one! Last year they started with raspberry bushes and were immediately hooked on the whole concept!

So as it being a "all hands of deck" project the girls took major ownership and built the raised beds as soon as they arrived!

They are very easy they but together just a bit time consuming with all the tiny bolts.

We did some research and people said to put wood or paper scarps on the bottom to help with decomposing and then you don't need as much black dirt either.

We laid down plastic to prevent getting weeds through before we put crushed granite on top.

After

Ahh!! I can't believe how it came to life so quickly!

These raised beds turned out to be everything if hoped they would be! perfect sizing, a generous amount of room and pretty to looks at!

We went with the sizing of the 8"x2" ones.

We've planted countless different things and with as much rain we are getting they are already starting to pop up!

Onto the harvest/potting table! I knew I wanted a small table area for different gardening things, such as potting, planting, harvesting etc.

I came across this adorable medium tone wood garden table at Target on sale, I thought to myself "It's perfect" and it is!

Collecting all of the small details like tools, pots and plants is always one of my most favorite parts of creating a new space.

I mean, look at this Canvas Gardening Bucket ! It comes with pockets on all sides for all your accessories and a leather handle to easily move.

Believe it or not we actually use this little retro Bluetooth AM/FM Radio all of the time! It has a rechargeable battery and gets to good volume for being outside.

I found these hanging planter holders and loved the idea of using the back of the office for more of my garden. I put herbs in them along with a couple flowers and it filled up the space so nicely and looks pretty too!

We can't wait to watch our garden grow and become more beautiful with time. I've got a few additions to add yet but I am so in love with this new little space!

Links found below

"Welcome Outdoors" Sign

Stripe Gardening Gloves

Canvas Garden Bucket

Digging Hand Shovel

Padded Garden Kneeler

I really wanted string lights over the garden but didn't have any outlets on this side of the house, so I bought these solar powered lights that are the perfect warm glow and they add so much detail and look so pretty lit up at night!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 13 May 2023 17:11:24 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

This past week favorite links on - Proverbs31girl

Grass Paint . Have you ever even heard of such a thing? But like really how genius is it! Check out my Instagram to watch just what I did. Click HERE to look.

Jeans . I found these jeans at Goodwin the other day and was so surprised by how they fit when I put them on! Perfect for all my tall girlies, not to mention they are so stretchy! I found them and have to share. Click HERE to look.

Silicone Bread Pan. If you have been in stories you know sourdough has become a new found love of mine LOL. These fans are amazing, the bread slides right out with no greasing or any help. Highly Recommend. Click HERE to look.

Sticker Bible Reading Plan . I shared this week that I finished reading the bible in a year with many of you guys! Well we are starting up again in June. I created these sticker sheets that can be placed in the front of your bible for easy look at where to read that day! Click HERE to look.

Women's Study Bible . I have shared this bible many many different times, I'm sure you have been! But I still get some many questions daily on the Bible I use, especially from my post this week on finishing the Bible this past week. The commentary in this bible is what has sold me so much on it. Click HERE to look.

Why I Read The Bible

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:35:23 GMT

Can you believe that for over 35 years of my life I had never read the Bible through cover to cover?

And I say that a bit embarrassingly but also because I bet there are a lot of "me's" out there, that felt like they should be spending more time in the Word, like they should "know" more about the Bible but have felt overwhelmed of where to start. I get it. That's why 3 years ago I made a commitment to the Lord that I was going to read the Bible through. And I didn't want it to just be a check on the checklist kind of commitment, I wanted to really grow in my understanding of the whole Bible, from Old Testament to New Testament.

I knew that this could be a bit tricky because I tend to be a legalistic type of personality. I want to do what I'm supposed to do and sometimes my heart doesn't catch up to it. So in the past when I've made commitments to read the Bible, it always turned into a checklist. I need to get it done to say that I've done it. The problem was that when my heart wasn't in it, I easily got overwhelmed, felt like a failure, and gave up. I wanted that to be different. Amazingly, the last three years I've been able to complete the whole Bible, (sure the 2nd time through took a year and a half, but that's okay!) and I am so excited to say that I just finished it again for the 3rd time!! When I say that this is one of the biggest accomplishments in my lifetime I truly mean it. And it's not because I've read a huge book and I'm so proud of myself. No. It's because each time through it strengthens my faith, gives me wisdom, takes away fear, and grows me in a deeper love and understanding of who God is. And that is priceless. So I thought I would highlight my 4 big takeaways to being committed to read the Bible daily.

1.) It paints a full picture of who God and Jesus are.

I think so many people tend to stay out of the Old Testament because it can be hard, confusing, and sometimes even scary. I mean, hey, I get it. Leviticus almost loses me every year:) But wow what I have learned about God and what a patient and merciful God He is that I have missed for decades in the past. You see, without the full picture, you can't understand or appreciate the lengths God went to woo his people to himself. And when we kept letting him down over and over again, He gave us the ultimate sacrifice, his only son. Without reading the Old Testament, and truly understood the complete story line, I don't think I would have fallen as deeply in love with God as I have. And it honestly has helped me to soften my heart to Him after so many years of being afraid of Him. He is a good good God. He has the best intentions for those who love Him. And over the last 3 years I have truly understood that. And you guys, once you truly see Gods character, your devotion to Him knows no bounds.

2.) As the world gets darker, and moves away from all truth, I want my feet planted firmly in THE TRUTH.

It doesn't take much to flip on the news, check your iphone, or look around in your big box store to see that darkness is overwhelming the world. Sin is being elevated and morals and truth are being not only hidden, but actually persecuted. Grown men can now dress like little girls and are celebrated. Babies can be killed up to full term. Little kids can get their bodies mutilated because their parents want them to live their true selves. It's all so loud and it's all happening so fast. Grounding yourself in the word everyday not only leads you back to the ultimate truth, because aside from what the world wants you to think we do have absolute truth that we find clearly in the Word, but it also allows you to realize that God knew all of this was going to happen. And not only did He know it was going to happen (there is nothing new under the sun) but He speaks on it and teaches us how to handle it. He tells us..

"The way of the wicked is like deep darkness; they do not know over what they stumble." Proverbs 4:19

"The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple." Psalm 119:130

"And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever." Daniel 12:3

If we want to be bold in our faith and in our convictions, then we have to know what God says on hard subjects that are culturally prevalent today so that we can have a strong argument to lead others back to truth. If we aren't sure how to answer or what God says on the subject, we can easily be swayed AWAY from truth, which is far worse for our spiritual wellbeing.

3.) Reading the Bible brings more peace than any other thing.

Did you know fear is a currency? News stations, newspapers, IG influencers, and beyond make top dollar off of you being afraid. We will do what they say if they offer a solution. We will buy all the freeze dried food to ensure we don't starve. We will keep our minds and brains pre-occupied with all the evil going on so we are "aware" sacrificing our peace for it all. It is amazing how much freedom comes when you are able to see the full picture. Not only does God tell us exactly what happens and how the enemy operates (aka fear & darkness) but He also time and time again reassures us that this world is not our home. And once you truly believe that death is not something to be feared, that eternity is going to be far better, and you have certainty of where you will be once you do die, the peace truly does flow over you like a river. It gives you an eternal mindset that is so dangerous to the enemy because it completely loosens the chains on all of the things of this world. I mean, just read these verses and tell me that you immediately don't feel lighter. We weren't meant to do this world on our own. And I'll tell you what, following God is a far better alternative and living by His commands when He gives us promises like this than trying to do it on our own and ultimately being overtaken by the world.

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but take heart, I have overcome the world." John 16:33

"You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts you." Isaiah 26:3

"For to set the mind on flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace." Romans 8:6

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to god. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

4.) I want to be obedient to God's commands.

God makes it well known that one of His commands and guidelines to live the Christian life is to know his Word. We need to clearly know what He says and obey it so that we do not sin against Him. "I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you." Psalm 119:11

He even promises good success. "This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall mediate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success." Joshua 1:8

So, I have found pleasure in reading the Bible knowing it is another way to honor God and to walk in His commands.

So now what? So many times, people tell me they have never opened their Bible and they just don't know where to start or they have started but they don't understand it. My first recommendation is to get a good study Bible. It helps to have a little background and understanding in a commentary underneath if you are really struggling. I love this one because it not only has commentary, it also has great devotions that go along with the reading and a bonus that it's beautiful.:)

I also recommend this overview of the Bible . I just got it this past year, but it has been an amazing tool to dig in deeper and also to help the Bible come alive with the historical and cultural context that we can so easily miss. I can't tell you the things I've learned and how stories have taken on whole new meaning after getting a little deeper look into it! So many people are also telling me how amazing it is to read the Bible recap, a 5-minute overview after their reading. It comes as a podcast but also in book form, so I think I'm going to try that this next time through. You can find the book HERE .

But lastly, I will just say, START. You won't understand everything. You'll question some things, you'll be lost sometimes. But it will all be worth it! You will also see the full picture, understand who God and Jesus are so much more, and will gain wisdom, discernment and peace through it all! I have had so many people join with me over the past 3 years who have never read the Bible in its entirety and when they got done they have been so excited and can't wait to do it again! Not once have I had someone say I wish I would have never read my Bible. I guarantee you will be BLESSED because of it! So, think about it, pray about it, and hopefully you will join me June 1st when we start our journey through the Bible again!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 07 May 2023 00:22:54 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Pistil Women's Hat . I snagged this cute hat at a local boutique this past week. I found it to be able to share with you guys! Click HERE to look.

Glass Mugs . You may recognize these as they were on last week's favorites as well but they sure are a fan favorite. I use my mugs for my sourdough starter because it has a lid, and it words perfect! Click HERE to look.

Terry Cotton Bath Towels. Oh happy day the cabin is now open for the summer!! I wanted to refresh the bathroom towels as they get used SO much there. I snagged these ones from Target the other day. Click HERE to look.

Pooper Scooper. Finally someone came up with a nice-looking pooper scooper can I get an amen?! lol. This is now game changer for having animals and picking up poop. Bye bye 5 gallon bucket... Also these are the bags I got that go inside! Click HERE to look.

Artificial Hydrangea. These are an Amazon find and let me tell you they are the most beautiful realistic hydrangea! They come in a set of 3 for a great price. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 14:21:37 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links of the past week on - Proverbs31girl

ESV Women's Bible. This is my daily bible that read in each morning to start my day! This one has beautiful writing inside along with a leather exterior. So beautiful all around! Click HERE to look.

Light Board. If you missed how I used this this past week you can check that out by clicking right here !

Click HERE to look.

Kitchen Canister. I have a couple of these on my counter for flour, sugar etc. The sizing of them is so generous! Click HERE to look.

DIME Tinted Lip Balm. DIME does it again, imagine that;) They always come out with the best clean products. This is my new favorite that gives your lips a small amount of color but nothing crazy, just what I like! Use Code ALLISON. Click HERE to look.

Vintage Mugs. These mugs have become my sourdough mugs! The wooden lids help to keep things more enclosed and the golden mini spoons just make it all the better! Clic k HERE to look.

MY MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:08:54 GMT

My Mother's Day Gift Guide

Sharing some of my all time daily favorites as a Mom and things I would recommend to any other mama out there!

This necklace is the Best Seller from my Jewlery collection on Proverbs31girl.com! A daily favorite of mine. They just came back in stock today!!

If you have been around for a while now you know my true love with DIME! They just realized this Whipped Body Exfoliator and surprise I am in love with it and the baby soft skin it gives.

Code. ALLISON

The Indie Crossbody Bag is the easiest bag of all time. Big enough for all of the must haves but also stylish to go with a cozy outfit or dressed up casual look!

I'm a sucker for vases, these Amazon ones I've had on my bedroom mantle for over a year now and a long time they will stay! They are perfect sitting out but always look great with adding a stem of some sort.

The gift of flowers that never die, genius! These peonies I got a couple days ago and am sold. A great gift with a cute vase.

ADEL makeup is mainly all I use! An amazing company with amazing products, yes please! Their eye shadow is one of my favorites!

Code. PRVBS31

I love this chair so much it made it on the Mother's Day gift guide LOL! Everything about it, the textured fabric, the swivel, the cushion depth, the price! I could go on and on about it, just trust me! Living room game changer that everyone in the family will love but it's pretty so mama is happy;)

Darn I say this is my top outdoor tool, I just might! It is battery operated so easy to keep close by during the warm months when it's like every single day the patio or outdoor chairs need to be blown off! Trust me, you won't know how you went without it before!

Who doesn't love a new knit lounge set ?! I totally snagged this for myself and love it! So cozy!

This is a great gift for someone that enjoys walks or getting those daily steps in! Most of a practical gift that will get good use of. We have one in our Proverbs31girl office and use it all of the time while working.

An Everlasting Candle is one of the coolest inventions, I think. Just like it sounds is exactly how it works! I have one in my bathroom and love to light it while I enjoy my baths. Plus, they are a pretty decor piece, so win win!

My Everyday bible that I use every single morning. Leather with beautiful drawings/lettering inside. Women's ESV study bible!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:35:31 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links this week on - Proverbs31girl

3 ball topiary tree. I Brought out most of my spring goodies this past week! These topiary trees are my favorite, they are so durable and weather well with different weather extremes. Click HERE to look.

Modern Round Vase. How adorable are these?! I have them on my mantle in the Great Room. Such a good decor piece to add to any room in a house. Click HERE to look.

Better Homes and Gardens Planter. This week I did a DIY with this planter. I loved the shape but wasn't in love with the color. Walmart has great shape planters at an affordable price so if you aren't in love with the color, paint/ spray paint it the color you are envisioning! Click HERE to look.

Taper Candle Holder . I found this on Amazon, how fun and unique is the shape?! It is over 60% off this week! Click HERE to look.

Scuba Lululemon Dupe. I have the Lululemon one and I have a couple of the dupe ones. This one is identical for a fraction of the price! If you have been wanting a scuba I honestly recommend this one as it is basically the exact same! It even comes with the hair tie on the zipper just like the Lulu ones does. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 14:02:41 GMT

Favorite Links Of the Week

The favorite links of the week on - Proverbs31girl

Acrylic Shelf Dividers. In the boys room they share closest along with some other things in there, it was getting a bit unorganized. So i snagged these off of amazing.. Click HERE to look.

Pressure Washer . It is finally spring which means patio furniture can come back out! I always pressure wash the cushions before I put them out because it makes they feel fresh and clean and to be honest because I love pressure washing, its so satisfying! Click HERE to look.

Paint By Number . I am hooked! I seriously only wanted to do these all day I had to get a 15 mins timer and allow myself that much time cause they are so addicting. Perfect for all ages, adults and kiddos! Click HERE to look.

Cube Clock . We were on the hunt for a clock/timer for the kids so they don't always need to use a screen to check that. I found this super cool cube on amazing and it works perfect! + it can be used in different rooms as it doesn't need to be stationary! Click HERE to look.

Round Swivel Chair. C This chair will be a winner in my heart for weeks and weeks HEHE. It's adorable, love the textured fabric, swivels smoothly, large enough for 2 people and the price point is unheard of!! It's available for preorder now so don't miss it. Click HERE to look.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 02:00:23 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

The most loved links from this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Quilted Zip Up Jacket . I snagged this quilted jacket off of the Lucky Brand Sale. I believe it is still on sale for 40% off! The quality of it is unmatched. So high quality and comfy! Click HERE to look.

Sleeveless Jumpsuit. Ryan and I last week went on a trip down to Texas. On one of our free days we went to Waco! I got this jumpsuit for the trip and it ended up being perfect for lots of walking on a super hot day. The small open back area helps alot with some air flow! A total summer must. Click HERE to look.

Upholstered Swivel Chair. I saw this chair on the new Drew Barrymore line at Walmart and was shocked at the price! This is a total dupe to the Balboa chair from Pottery Barn, I couldn't believe it! Click HERE to look.

Better Homes and Gardens Planter. I recently shared a few gems I found at Walmart in the garden section such as this cute little planter! It makes me so excited for spring and to get all the green everywhere! Click HERE to look.

Better Homes and Gardens Bubble Planter. This is another good find at Walmart. I actually have this on my floating shelfs in my bathroom with a faux plant in there and love it! They can be used for indoor or outdoors. Click HERE to look.

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WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 17:17:27 GMT

Favorite Links of the Week

Most loved links this past week on - Proverbs31girl

Brown Pointed Toe Bootie. A friend of mine had these on one day for girls' day and I loved them! She influenced me to get pair. A bootie like this is such a good everyday staple that can go with any outfit! Click HERE to look.

Arched Brass Wall Mirror . This beautiful little arched wall mirror lives in Sweet Caroline on the kitchen shelf. It is adorable, mirrors are always a great item to add to make a space feel just a smidge bigger. Click

to look.

Oblong Gingham Throw Pillow. I had gotten these pillows for the boys' room a few weeks ago. I saw they went on sale this past week! The fridge edging adds a good touch with the gingham pattern. Click HERE to look.

Modern Black Serving Tray. Trays are one of my favorite decor pieces. They give you the ability to dress up any area that is just needing that little extra something. This is a good find from Target. Click HERE to look.

Ribbed Glassware . These glasses are a total Crate and Barrel dupe! 4 glasses, 4 glass straws and a brush cleaner for a steal of a deal!

You might need to add these to your glass collection, just saying ;) Click HERE to look.

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CHERISH - WEEK 2

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:19:18 GMT

We have officially read the first 2 chapters of our "Cherish" book and it started out with a bang!

Ryan and I put together another YouTube video video with an overview of Chapters 1 & 2 and what stood out to us the most. I believe it really is powerful to watch these as a couple, especially for men. Women have an easy time chatting about all things, but sometimes it's helpful for men to hear from another man. And I'm so grateful Ryan is taking this as seriously as he is and really challenging other men to step up not only in marriage, but ultimately in their relationships with the Lord as that is where all other relationships stem from.

Chapter 1

I loved that chapter 1 talked all about the definition of "cherishing" and how that is different from loving. To cherish is to present in a good light, to uphold something, to present something in the best light possible. And for many of us this doesn't come naturally. But the best part is that to cherish is not an emotion. It's an action. So even if you feel like all love is lost in your marriage and it's hopeless, you can put into practice these ways to cherish and rekindle that love that you had on the day you married your spouse!

Chapter 2

Moving onto chapter 2 I loved how practical it was. The comparison game is a trap 100% of the time. It is NEVER beneficial. It NEVER grows a marriage, it only cuts it down. So to cut off the comparison game before it enters your mind is the most beneficial. Our goal is how to take our "Adam" and our "Eve" and make them the BEST version of themselves! How to present them in a light that is cherishing them. How to see them as the only woman in the world! And then, little by little, these acts of cherishing your spouse will turn into emotions of feelings of why you first picked them. And our goal is to live each day like its our wedding day:)

The Challenge!

Each week we want to give you a challenge with some accountability since we will be doing it as well! Last week was to pray together as a couple! This week is to find one attribute you LOVE about your spouse that you can verbally tell them so that they feel like the only woman/man in the world! Words of affirmation are so powerful!

Also something we learned this week, try to do it earlier in the day:) It not only starts your day off well and thinking about how you can help your spouse, but sometimes if you wait to long you feel like you've gotta say something to check it off the list and it's not as genuine. Ps, you can also leave your word in a little note or text throughout the day. I guarantee it will bring a smile to your spouse knowing they are thinking of you!

We are praying alongside you this week as we continue to make our marriages the best they can be!

ALL DETAILS OF SWEET CAROLINE

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 15:05:41 GMT

Recap on every step of Sweet Caroline!

As the journey and process of the cutest little vintage camper Sweet Caroline has come to a close! I thought it might be a good idea as this camper was revealed over the course of some time, it would be good to have all of the blog posts in one spot all together!

So below is each blog post that includes everything you would want to know on the journey or sources you may be wondering about:)

Watch my Instagram Reel on this before and after!!

The Exterior

* Read on all details and sources found on this space here!

The Bedroom

* Read on all details and sources found on this space here!

The dining

* Read on all details and sources found on this space here!

The Day-Bed

* Read on all details and sources found on this space here!

The Kitchen

* Read on all details and sources found on this space here!

Thanks for coming along and loving this reno journey as much as I did!!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:22:52 GMT

Favorite Links Of The Week

Favorite links this week on - Proverbs31girl

Vintage Knob. Sweet Caroline got finally done this week, eeekk! I used these on the little kitchen cabinets and am in love with the vintage gold coloring. Click HERE to look.

Polka Dot Bowl. I styled these bowls in the floating shelf in Sweet Caroline this week! They are so fun and come in 2 different patterns. Check out the blog to seen the entire transformation!! Click HERE to look.

Wall Lamp. Ok just at first glance aren't these adorable?! I turned my tiny office nook in our master bedroom into a "getting ready" spot as i use to do it on the floor lol. I got 2 of these lamps for that spot! I love them just as much as i thought i would. Click HERE to look.

Woven Decorative Basket. Last week when finishing off the boy's room, I snagged 2 of these to be used as garbage cans underneath their desk. Works great and they look more put together! Click HERE to look.

Rub N Buff . You guys know this is my favorite secret weapon. It changes gold to have just the right aged and true gold coloring. European Gold is the best color. Click HERE to look.

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SWEET CAROLINE - THE KITCHEN

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 15:36:35 GMT

Sweet Caroline The kitchen

The very last step in Sweet Caroline is COMPLETE!!! Can you believe it, I cant but I am excited that she is done and ready for to get moved to her permanent location at the lake lot....once the snow melts of course!

Before

We started with building the frame/cabinets. I wanted the countertop to be below the window, so we measured accordingly.

It is a bit tricky to level things in the camper LOL but Ryan did a good job putting this all together!

I stained the countertop myself. My trusty and favorite mixture half water and half paint. I use Revere Pewter for my paint color. On butcher block. Butcher block is the cheaper option that we can fabricate ourselves. Mindless projects like staining this countertop are my favorite! Then I finished with the stain, Special Walnut first, Dark Walnut next...

If you want to see exactly how I do this, it is the same process I use for the color of our Great Room Beams.

Check out that blog HERE.

The countertops turned out so pretty! I love how it brings in some warmth and matches the beams!!

I used pine boards ripped down to cover the base... I was debating if I wanted the cabinets to be the same color as the walls or a couple of shades darker. I decided on darker!!

The doors we used plywood with a smooth finish I would call it. We have never made our own cabinet doors but why not try. We cut them into the correct size first, and then dressed them up later!

For the face of the doors I got this oak trim at Menards and I used it to frame out the doors first.

For the details on the doors, I did a couple different things to add some character!

My inspiration I saw on Pinterest and I wanted to do these so called "Ventilation Holes". Which I did very easily once measured out to the exact sizing I envisioned. Super easy to drill right through when you have your template.

The other way I dressed them up is by actually disguising one of the doors as drawers. I used some trim I had left over to make a little face treatment where the pulls will go, and it gave it the illusion that there are drawers. Way less work with lots more character!

I put this wood veneer edgeing and put it along the edges to marry the trim and the plywood to make is smooth together. Its pre glued so when you iron it on it sticks nicely. Then I sanded everything at the very end before paint to make sure its nice and smooth!

Then I assembled them back in the camper, put on one more coat and touched up the paint, now she is all set!!

After

When deciding on coloring I wasn't sure if I wanted something a couple shades darker than the Storms Coming wall color or if I wanted it to match.. I ended up going with the darker shade called "Stonehenge Griege" by Pittsburg. The color is a little bit more mushroomy. I love it!!

The cabinet hardware is a beautiful aged brass color off of Amazon! The bar pulls and the knobs each come in a six pack for a reasonable price...

I had originally had this idea in my head months ago to do a hanging cafe bar underneath the floating shelf to create a little coffee bar!

Well I couldn't wait for Caroline to be done so I did one in my kitchen in the house and LOVE IT! I shared all of the sources and names of things on that blog post. The can be viewed HERE if you have questions on the cafe bar/cooks

Ryan built a small little spot for this adorable little vintage fridge to go, how cute is it!! This was the first thing I got for the kitchen an we worked around it so it would have a home here.

Thanks so much for following along as we transformed this vintage camper. It's always bittersweet finishing because it turns into my baby:) I'm so proud of how she turned out and you were the greatest cheerleaders throughout the process! Stay tuned for more fun reels of before and afters coming to my IG at @proverbsthirtyonegirl .

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All Sweet Caroline blog posts / sources!

Sweet Caroline #1 - The Vintage Camper! Her story and Exterior transformation

Sweet Caroline #2 - First Interior reveal

Sweet Caroline #3 - Built in bench and Seating area

Sweet Caroline #4 - Sleeping area / Day Bed

*I have entire highlight bubble saved on the process of Sweet Caroline if you enjoy video clips!

THIRD REVEAL IN SWEET CAROLINE

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:20:55 GMT

Bedroom Area part 2!

Hooray! The third part of the camper is done!! There is just one section left and it might be the section I am most excited for!

Stay tuned for a final full camper reveal in weeks to come!

If you missed what I am doing with this camper and the history behind Sweet Caroline, Check out the story right HERE

Today's reveal is the second sleeping quarters, this is the first area you see when you first walk into Sweet Caroline! Let me show you!

Before

After

This area is a little bit brighter in tones than the other side sleeping area. I wanted them to be cohesive but also have their own little touches and look to them!! I'm obsessed with how clean and simple it turned out!

Here is that area . it was the first nook I completed and fell in love even more with this camper if you want to compare both side of the camper sleeping quarters...

I wanted this sleeping area to look a little bit more like I couch, I was so excited because I thought these Beddys Beds would be perfect to execute that look! This specific beddy is called the Morgan. I actually use these out at the cabin, but I was so ready to get this space done that I grabbed it and put it in this little nook for now. I will end up getting the exact one to create the same look.

I have a code for 20% off if you have been eyeing these up and are ready to bite the bullet! Use code allie HERE.

You know me, I couldn't leave these lamp shades to not match the wood tones that are already flowing in this camper. So I did a quick finishing touch and did my half water, half paint mixture!

How fun is this book stand ?! I could use this in so many places HAHA, the options for a decor piece like this are endless. Coffee table, Bed, Bookshelf etc. etc. I love versatile pieces and investing in them as they have can have so many different uses.

And there she is, reveal #3! Who ready for an entire Sweet Caroline tour in the next couple of weeks?! I know I am HAHA.

Don't worry, I'll be back soon to share everything with you!

Shop The Area

The story of Caroline + The exterior reveal - HERE !

Reveal #1 - HERE!

Reveal #2 - HERE!

CHERISH - Week 1 - A marriage study

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 18:13:23 GMT

Welcome to week 1 of our marriage study, Cherish! If you haven't purchased your book yet you can find it HERE .

As we welcome groups into our homes or choose to follow along online, we want to take some time to really reflect what we want out of this study. Are we ready to commit to it? Can we go all in to see change in our marriage? My prayer is that you answered YES to all of those! We will take time in our small group to introduce ourselves to each other and really open up and say what we hope this study does for us. I challenge you to open up to your spouse with that same response. Let them know what you desire out of this marriage and study and how you hope God changes you and grows you. The more we communicate and the more we are vulnerable with each other, the more we will grow!

Ryan and I took 5 minutes to create a video for you sharing our why, giving you a challenge, and especially MEN, Ryan has a word for you of even if you aren't sure you want to go along on this adventure, and your wife might be making you, how you too will benefit from it!

Over the next two weeks we will read chapters 1 & 2 and then discuss them on March 26th! Our challenge for you as a couple this week is to find time to pray together every day for 2 weeks. It amazing what even joining hands and praying together for a few minutes can do to strengthen our marriage, break down walls, and bring unity within our homes! We can't wait to hear what God is teaching you and revealing to you during this process!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 15:00:24 GMT

Favorite Links Of The Week

This weeks favorites on - Proverbs31girl

Faux Leather Chair. If you missed the boys bedroom final makeover reveal this week, you don't want to miss that!

Check it out here and view what I love about this specific chair!

Click HERE to look.

Area Rug. This is that is now in the boys room! I love the coloring it it as its not too bold but still a simple pattern. It is currently on sale as well, totally score! Click HERE to look.

Small Portable Bluetooth Speaker. We took this small speaker with us to the pool everyday on vacation. I loved how small it was to easily put in our bag and take it along where ever we went! Great to bring on vacation if you don't want to bring a larger one.

Click HERE to look.

Cherish Book. Ryan and I are starting a study this week with 6 couples in our home! We are so excited! But also many people are doing this on their or with a group of other couples in their own home, so cool! So this is the book we are all starting this week. Click HERE to look.

Pen Pouch. Why did I not know about these years ago??? I feel like im always searching for a pen when I'm doing my bible ready or a study. Now I don't have to worry about that anymore LOL. Click HERE to look.

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THE BOYS ROOM MAKEOVER PART 2

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:12:07 GMT

The boy rooms makeover continues!

As you may have noticed the boy's area in the house in getting a little bit of a makeover! It is time to share part 2 today,

But first if you missed the first section reveal of the room you will want to check that post out first.

You can click right HERE to see that! (Photo below of the first reveal)

Ta da!! Here it is revealing part 2!

It's turned out to be such a fun and well used place for both of the boy. You can tell by some of the photos they have already put their finishing touched on! Legos, stickers, schoolbooks etc.! Tate does school here every day and Beckett loves to do Legos here as it's a safe place for creations to not get knocked over;)

Okay let's see some more of the space shall we!

How we made their custom desk! The Butcher block we got from Menards as always. We got a 6' and 8' piece and then cut them to size. Our original plan was to do a long desk against the long wall. Then we can to the realization it would make more sense for space if we did more of an L shape. So, we went with that!

I used my whitewash stain combo. I've shared this before. If you would like exact formulation and details, you can read it over here on this blog post. I have used this method for so many things, out great room beams, in Sweet Caroline and now on the boy's desk. I love the tones it gives off pairing well with cool and warm tones.

We got most of the stuff from IKEA. Including the storage compartments on both sides! You can find those HERE.

I found a similar one off of Amazon if you don't have an IKEA nearby to grab the ones we have. We also snagged 3 of these legs to add to the butcher block in the corner for support. They are an amazing deal at only $7.50/piece.

This was literally the easiest DIY ever. I would put it at beginner level. All we used for tools was a table saw to cut the butcher block to length, and a drill to screw in the legs. It took us longer to assemble the IKEA drawers than it did to make the desk:) Since the weight of the butcher block is pretty heavy, we didn't even need to secure it to the drawer segments. We just set it on top and screwed the legs in the corners. It took us about 30 minutes to assemble and it looks like a custom desk!

I also got this pegboard system from IKEA that I hung above each boy's area! I snagged a bunch of different compartments you can hang on them for all sorts of different accessories too! A smart way to keep things off of the desk and because we know boys, they love to have all the little trinkets, so thing helps a lot with keeping things in a spot and a tad organized.

These Swing Arm Lights are off of Amazon, I wanted Tate and Beckett to be able to have 2 lights to use over their space. These are great for that use!

These chairs are probably the crowd pleaser in my head. It is amazing what adding something as simple as a chair can add such dimension and completion to a space. The faux brown leather, wooden legs, and touch of black metal yup I am sold and so happy I went with this option!

Also, the baskets are their garbage can, smart idea right;) cute but still practical!

Wall hanging details.

The cute "L" banner is off of Etsy you can customize to your liking which I thought was a fun addition.

"Bind my wandering heart to thee" is from Dear Mushka. I got the banner above the boys' beds from there too.

have had this "strong + courageous" sign for forever and have been waiting for the perfect spot. It is from CarlyJean Los Angeles

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Custom Desk Breakdown:

2 Drawer sections: $220

2 pieces of butcher block: $500

3 Legs: $22.50

Total:

$742.50

OUR FLORIDA VACATION FAVORITE THINGS

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 01:16:29 GMT

Sharing all of the details about our Seaside Florida Vacation!

We just got back home yesterday from our family road trip vacation to Florida! We had the very best time ever!

Sharing all of the burning questions of on where we stayed, fun, activities and food recommendations...

Accommodations

We stayed in the Nature Walk Community.

Every place was beyond beautiful, very clean and new. This whole development was only 5 years old! There were endless bike trails to many different places.

Here is the link to the exact place that we stayed - Click HERE to view.

A huge reason why we went with this specific place is that if came with the 6 person Golf cart and 6 bikes! But there are so many houses in this development for rent! If you search airbnb in the Seagrove area you will get a huge pick! You can decide then if you want a personal pool or choose one that comes with a golf cart/bikes. We would 100% stay at this place again! The kids could bike outside while we sat on the front porch. It always felt safe and we got to know our neighbors well! Such a sweet spot.

SIdenote* we payed $279/night for this house. When we looked up the price of a golf cart rental it was $100/day. I'm sure 6 bikes would be the same. So we thought the price was amazing for the size and amenities it had! It also had boogie boards and paddleboards we could use!

Food

We tried some pretty fun and cute different places to eat! From Donuts and Shave Ice to Dinner by the water. Here's our favorites regarding food! I will say that staying in this location, there are no chain restaurants and no fast food. I can appreciate all of the cute coffee shops and one of a kind restaurants, but it can get pricey. We ended up traveling about a half an hour to a walmart and stocked our fridge and pantry and ate in all breakfasts and lunches to help save on costs, and also grilled in for suppers half the nights as well! But below we listed some of our favorite places we ate at!

- The Donut Hole

This spot was adorable with delicious donuts and games for play outside.

- Hokulia Shave Ice

We went to this place a couple of time. Not only did they have shaved ice that the kiddos love, they also had tons of ice cream flavors to indulge in!

- Black Bear Bread Co.

Ryan and I went to this adorable little coffee shop one morning! I loved it so much I bought a bag a coffee to take home to enjoy. The outside and inside were absolutely adorable!

- Food Trucks in Seaside FL

These food trucks are so fun! Multiple different spots for everyone to find something that they want to try!

- Hammer Head Bar and Grill

A fun evening spot for dinner that was on the water. This whole area was called "The Wharf" and had lots of family activities, cute shops and great restaurants.

- Old Florida Fish House

This place was my favorite and the kind of place I love to go to on vacation!

Super yummy fresh seafood, right alongside the water! So beautiful!!

(The picture below was taking at the Old FL Fish House)

Fun / Activities

Our family likes to spend a lot of the time at the pool or at the beach! Our kids are little fishies and love to swim so that's where we spend a lot of our time. But we did get out a do a couple different fun activities all together - list below!

- Air Force Arament Museum, Fort Walton Beach

This spot was close to the airport after airport drop offs, we stopped here. A very cool spot for the kids to explore and learn. And a bonus, it's FREE!

- Pontoon Rental - Destin

We did this on Ryan's birthday! We went out to Crab Island (photo above is from that location).

A very shallow sand bar with amazing turquoise water. To rent a pontoon for 2 hours and up to 16 people it cost $450. Not terrible if you take a big group. It was fun to swim in the ocean with no waves and see the beautiful water! We also saw lots of dolphins and took a tour around some of the big waterfront houses. If it was warmer out and you had more time they have a ton of water rafts and toys you can use. Along with paddleboards and snorkels.

Golf Cart and Bike Rental

Our place came with both of these like I talked about above, but we would highly recommend renting these for tons of entertainment!

(Both of the rentals can be found at multiple different spots along the beach)

We couldn't recommend this 30A area more!

Vacation Vlog

We wanted to document our trip in a vlog and added all of the fun activities we did along with each kids favorite moments! Click the button below to watch and make sure to subscribe to our channel to see future videos as well!

If you missed the blogs, I shared during our stay!

"Whats in my beach bag" blog post

"Roadtrip Vehicle Must Haves" blog post

*I also saved many different highlights of the trip to a "Highlight Bubble" on my Instagram!

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:57:44 GMT

Favorite Links Of The Week

This weeks favorites on - Proverbs31girl!

Pasadena Swivel Chair. Remember the little office nook I but together in our Master bedroom. Well I mixed it up and now use it as my getting ready nook! It was made for that, works out perfectly next to the window. Click HERE to look.

Stanley. This Stanley came back in stock this past week, how beautiful is this Dune color! I'm not sure it's still back in stock but I know there are other colors that still are. For all my non water drinkers like me, having a pretty water bottle does help! Click HERE to look.

The Indie by Andar. Whenever I travel, I always travel with this indie sling bag. It is more of an investment piece, but the quality of it is amazing as are all of the Andar pieces! Click here to look!

Women's Short Sleeve Dress . Going along with items that I got for vacation. I snagged this dress, how cute it is?! Click HERE to look.

Utility Kitchen Containers. This week a share a new addition to the kitchen to make it feel a little bit more cozy. View that blog post here. These were a favorite from that share. Click HERE to look.

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WHATS IN MY BEACH BAG

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:33:35 GMT

What I pack in my beach bag

If your going on vacation soon, I thought I'd share what's in my beach bag in case it's helpful!

Beach Bag

Well let's start with the actual beach bag! Beach bags are always just so cute, I think! This is a Hearth and Hand one. What sold me on this one was the striped inside that just make the "beach" theme complete! Its super lightweight and foldable, great for traveling, and holds a lot of stuff!

Coverup

I always bring a coverup with me. For if its chiller when you get there or if you've had too much sun by the end of the day it helps to protect you! Plus if you decide to hit up a few shops or grab lunch at the cafe, it works as a cute outfit! I got this one from Amazon, its longer which I really like!

DIME goodies

I never leave my DIME behind!

DIME lip Balm , always good to have some lip assistance on hand at all times.

DIME Wonderscreen and of course must while being in the sun. The entire family uses this sunscreen. This really is one of my top favorite DIME products of all time!

DIME Perfume . I bought the sample pack because they are the perfect size to throw in your purse or beach bag and all the smells are so good! You never know when you'll need a little spritz of perfume. So, I take that with too.

Use Code ALLISON for a 20% off discount.

Another DIME goodie

This is DIME'S latest product, Tinted Glow Wonderscreen. I am obsessed! Like the best of both worlds, still having a little bit of color and glow on your face but also protecting it with the 30SPF, genius!!

Water Bottle

Everybody knows how being in the sun can dehydrate you so upping the daily water intake on vacation is so important! Stanley helps so much with that, plus this water bottle is great for tossing in your bag because it doesn't spill. Total score!!

GoHydrate

Going along with staying extra hydrated, we always pack so many of these on vacation. The kiddos love them too!

Quay Sunglasses

These are my new go to's. This is the pair I always grab for. If you love a bigger frame sunglass these are a great pair!

Hair Ties

Always hair ties especially with 2 girls! Gimme is our favorite hair tie brand as they can be tight and stay so firm into place without hurting your head as they have stretchy material.

Portable Speaker

How adorable is this portable Bluetooth speaker?! I came across this at Target and thought you know what, what a good idea to loop onto my bag to take along to the beach! Very affordable too!

RayCon Earbuds

Or if you prefer to listen to your own music or a podcast, I always bring my own earbuds too. Another good way to help relax!

A'del Deodorant

Being in the warm sun its only human to get a little sweaty LOL. I always bring my A'del deodorant with me to freshen up whenever needed!

The Inheritance Games

What is the relaxing at the beach without a book?! I bought the first two in the trio and finished the first one in 2 days. It's completely for entertainment but I needed a little light hearted reading and this one grabs you from the very beginning. I'm excited to crack it open the second one!

ROADTRIP VEHICLE MUST HAVES

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:10:16 GMT

Roadtrip Vehicle Must Haves

We are taking a couple weeks road Trip down to Florida as a family! Yay for some sunshine and warmth! We are of so excited and thankful we are able to do this all together...

That being said 6 people in a Suburban for over 20 hours can get long and tiring lol. I have found a few gadgets that has made road trips a tad more organized and easier to locate things when they have a spot or a place for many different things.

Take a read below to find the best Road trip lifesavers I've found!

I'll start out with the fan favorite from last year! This was insanely helpful and useful for all ages.

What was the big wow seller on this was the folding out tray to but iPads on or even to hold food on the road. It stays up sturdy enough to hold those things. We were all very impressed.

Trash Bin

Okay who else dislikes when you're on a road trip and all the garage/wrappers that accumulate?! ME!! I don't like that. So, garage is a huge must. So slick because you put your trash in a contained spot and so easy to take out and empty when you are at a gas station.

Headrest Hooks

How genius are these!? They go on the back of your head rest. Perfect for jackets, sweatshirts, backpacks, headphones, you name it anything can be hung up to keep the floor space open and clean!

Portable Chargers and USB outlets, a must! We all know that to get through a road trip there are quite a bit of screen time happening. We often run into the problem of the battery getting low. These have been game changer and help for recharging electronics while still in transit.

Sunglasses Holder

Nothing worse than sitting on your sunglasses or them getting scratched. These glasses holders are so handy to prevent that from happening plus keeps the center console open!

Car Seat Gap Organizer

We all know about that terrible crack in-between the seat and your seatbelt. The amount of stuff I've lost down there is not good LOL. I thought these were so cool, they fit perfectly right into that crack. No more losing things!

Caddy

This is a new item I got for the trip! It looks like it's a diaper bin, but we are going to use it for wipes, snacks, books, headphones etc. to keep close to the front but still able to access for everyone! Great organizational tip!

Happy Traveling!

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Sun, 19 Feb 2023 03:11:07 GMT

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Stoneware Colanders. The kitchen got a pretty new under cabinet addition this week. These were an accessory that is part of it. Such pretty decor and perfect for rinsing produce off easily. Click HERE to look.

Cabinet Caddy. Going along with the item above this is another organization tool that I have, but we use this one in a cabinet for vitamins! It is perfect for that; the kids can see clearly which ones they need to take each day all while keeping them it the right place. Click HERE to look.

Wood Bench. The boys room got a fun makeover, or should I say we are still in the process of finishing the second part. But we completed part one and I plus the boys are loving it! There are 2 of these benches at the foot of their beds. We already use them to sit on when we pop in to chat with them or the kitties love to sleep on them as well! A perfect mid-century piece! Click HERE to look.

Textured V-neck Sweater. I got this to use as a coverup/longer item to through on top of a swimsuit with shorts or it is quite cozy with just leggings. I think I might need it in another color;) The fabric is a cooler fabric which is perfect for vacations or summer nights after being in the sun all day but still is a little chill. Click HERE to look.

Beige Indoor 9x9 Area Rug. Did you see the boys makeover in their room?! Well if you missed it you can view it here ! This is the rug I got from Walmart for that space. I wanted to pull in some more warm tones and a pattern. Pleasantly surprised how much I love it! Click HERE to look.

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CHERISH -- A Marriage Study

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 20:28:13 GMT

Let's do a marriage study together!

A month ago we had an amazing community join in on a 30 day prayer challenge for our husbands and the testimony that came out of that was awesome! That challenge was solely for the women, and as Ryan and I have seen breakthroughs in our marriage we wanted to extend that challenge to include couples who want to grow their marriage into all God has for them to be a powerful example to their children, their friends, and bleed into their communities. We truly believe that the family unit is under attack and it's time for us to rise up, be the spouses God has called us to be, to shine a beautiful light into a dark, confused, world. Because revival work truly starts in the home . Our desire is that God will work through this study to make our homes our mission that will pour out into every other area of our life.....

Are you with us?

Now the backstory. If you would have told Ryan and I that we would be leading a Marriage study 5, 10 years ago we would laughed out loud. The reality is that our marriage has had its fair share of hardships. We really loved hard, and fought hard. We were usually the ones sitting in Bible study asking for prayer for our marriage because we were in another hard spell where we could barely look at each other. I remember even one Sunday we went to church and sat in separate rows because there was that much tension. So we are the first to say that we DO NOT have it all together. The "come as you are" phrase has never rang truer and we want you to know that we are imperfect people who have a desire to grow with you and together.

If you haven't read the story of how we met it truly is a God story and you can find it HERE . Knowing that God brought us together we never were tempted to throw in the towel, but we also had walls up that were majorly interfering with the depth of security and intimacy we knew the Lord had desired for us. And it wasn't until Ryan quit his full time job at 3M that we really realized we had to face the issue head on. There was no more hiding stuff under the rug because the rug was being flipped over. It was either deal with it or it will ruin you. Last year Ryan heard very clearly from the Lord that it was his year to work on himself. That it would be the hardest year of his life but that it would be worth it. I am so grateful for a leader that is in tune with the Holy Spirit and took that challenge upon himself. He was truly transformed in so many areas of his life. And this past year as we were sitting in our sauna he said, "Do you want to hear my New Years Resolutions?" I was a little taken aback because we really never have done "resolutions" before, and said, "sure!"

It was then that he said, "Well, I ordered a marriage book off of Focus on the Family and my resolution is to work on our marriage this year. Last year it was all about me, this year I want it to be about us!" I was quite shocked that he did that all on his own. At first I was a little taken aback actually, which sounds so crazy. But I'm like if your resolution is "our" resolution don't you need to talk to me about it? lol! So my reaction even in that wasn't the best, and later I thought to myself, how many wives would LOVE if their husbands brought home a marriage book and said they wanted to make their marriage better! What was I thinking? So we started to read the book, " Cherish " that he had ordered, and it was so good!

Gary Thomas wasn't a new author to me, he had written a book my Mother in Law gifted us for our wedding called " Sacred Marriage" that was an amazing read of how our marriage really isn't about us, but rather about a holy covenant we took before the Lord and our relationship with Him. And although that book is AMAZING, it is pretty deep, and when we started reading Cherish we realized it was so PRACTICAL! It seemed so achievable with small little acts we can do and implement in our marriage that can make it so much stronger. So with that being said, and coming off our our marriage prayer challenge, we really felt a tug on our hearts to be intentional about walking alongside other couples and helping others to strengthen their marriage too! We have been on the receiving end of mentoring and it helped us so much, and we realized that it was time for us to step up and out and pour into others. So we are so very excited to not only do this course alongside all of you, but to welcome 6 couples into our home and walk through this book together!!

So what does that actually look like?

Well that's why we are writing this blog. We are looking for 6 couples that are local enough to Dassel, MN that can commit to a 7 week study on Sunday nights in our home where we can have real fellowship and community together! We know what a commitment it is so we wanted to give you enough time to talk with your spouses, pray about it, and see if it's something that you would want to join us in! Our first meeting will be on March 12th from 6:30-8:00. Our hope is to meet every other week, going over 2 chapters each time, and making it into a 7 session course.

How will you pick 6 couples?

Well first off we hope we peak 6 couples interest:) We have already been praying over the couples that respond and trusting that God sends the ones that need it our way! I will be sending out an email invite on February 26th, giving enough time for you to discuss and see if it's a good fit! And the first 6 couples that can commit to coming and respond to our email will be our first small group:) If there are more than 6 couples we will start a waiting list because our hope is to do this again! And...the best part is if you are not local or can't commit to coming in person, Ryan and I are going to create videos for each meeting where we discuss the chapters, talk about what stood out to us, and hopefully open up dialogue for you and your spouse as well! Since we will be pre-recording these videos, I have re-vamped my YouTube channel that I never use and will be uploading them there for you to watch. So feel free to subscribe to that and be on the lookout for our first welcome video in a week or so!

Our heart behind this...

We have felt the tug on our hearts to invest in other couples for a while now and we just never put a date on the calendar. We truly want to raise up disciples and know that in order for that to happen, we need to be intentional! This is us finally saying YES GOD! And through this small group we hope to:

*strengthen marriages

*create community

*invest in people

*create disciples

*change families

Isn't that exciting?!? We know God is going to do amazing things through this in-person and online study. But we have one more challenge for you!

The challenge for you!

We truly wish we could invite 1000 couples into our homes, but we want to steward the ones God brings in a big way so we have limited the number. But, our challenge is that if God is laying this on your hearts as well, and you've had a nudging to walk alongside others, that you would JOIN US by opening up YOUR house to couples in your community! Because while online studies are great and I love how technology can unite us, I believe we are entering in to a time where we need to start investing in real physical community and grow tangible relationships! We are hoping to make it easier for you by doing it ALONGSIDE you! You can even share our videos we create if you want or do it all on your own! We want to encourage you to step out in faith to "go and make disciples" and we truly believe that starts in the home. If you accept this challenge and decide to open up your homes, EMAIL US AT PROVERBS31GIRLBLOG@GMAIL.COM and we will send you a free Cherish book to cheer you on! (Limited to the first 100 responders) We will also send you our schedule and each week we will email out the video links for you to use if you want to! We want to make this as easy and doable for you as possible, it's basically opening up your home and reaching out to your community to love on and invest in people. EEk! I'm so excited to see how God will grow this and use this to further His kingdom!!!!

Will you join us?

SHELFIE UPDATE

alliemay425@gmail.com (Allie Lundeen) — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 15:46:02 GMT

Kitchen Shelfie Update

Sometimes the smallest and simplest improvements to a area can make the biggest difference!!

I know first hand with this new hanging rail underneath my opening shelving in the kitchen I did this week.

Underneath here always felt a little more modern looking to me, so when I saw one of my instagram friends Courtney (@girlandgrey) do this under her floating shelves I was in awe and knew I had to do this in my kitchen! The polished brass brings in a little bit of bling while all the decor and texture brings in the warmth.

The gold rail is from Ikea called the HULTARP , so if you have an Ikea close to you you can grab the exact one. The wider golden hooks are from there as well. I didn't buy enough of them the first time around so I quick ordered some Amazon ones to use for hanging the rest of my goodies...

I did link a similar rail from Target that if easier and quicker to get your hands on.

I am so In love with these strainers ! A stoneware gem from Amazon!

I have had these West Elm Utility Canisters f or years now and they have been out on my countertops ever since. The sizing it great because it fits a good about of whatever is labeled on the exterior. I love the homey feel they bring to a kitchen!

This was such an inexpensive but super pretty added update to the kitchen, I think total it only cost me $25 from Ikea! So that is a big win win in my book!

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THE BOYS ROOM MAKEOVER

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:29:26 GMT

The Boys Room Makeover

This whole project started with getting new carpet as the life span of the current carpets was almost times up! It kind of cannonballed into a few more things, but it needed it! The boys are getting older and they no longer need a lot of room on the floor to play they need more desk space for creating/school work etc etc...

* Stay tuned for part 2 reveal of this room soon!!

For today the sleeping area reveal!

Let's take a quick look as a reminder what this room use to look like shall we...

Before

I loved the look of this room! But as the boys get older it was time for some refreshing and making it "big boy" like.

If you want more to read more of the history of this room, yes it use to be the Master bedroom! So, you can read all about the boys old room look here. And then when it was the Master Bedroom here

Here is the vision in my head about what I wanted their room to look like now. Older and still boy like... Do we think my vision came to life?!

After

Fresh coat of paint on the walls, new carpet and some new bedding + accessories! Now we have an older boy room!!!

There are often many questions on that darker wall. The color is called Toasted Poppyseed in a flat finish by Kilz Brand. One of my favorite colors still after having it painted this color for almost 5 years! Our Cabin is the same exact color too!

The flag on the wall is from an amazing company called Dear Mushka, I'll share the link here for you to check out their online shop with so many amazing biblical meaning items and gifts!

The new carpet that we got is from Home Depot. Style name is called Boxton and the color of it is called Stonewashed. I went between 2 different colors; I am happy I went with the cooler ton...

I was a tad nervous about the rug being too big and overpowering most of the carpet, but it really ended up being the perfect size.

I am in love with this rub! I saw a friend on Instagram share it and immediately fell in love for the boy's room! The quality is great. It's thinner but plush and cozy. The size I got is a 9x12.

This end of the house gets a little chilly so layers on layers for bedding was the answer. I'm such a sucker for bedding anway and have been loving the check print and mixing styles and designs.

The Beige Gingham Flannel sheets were a big hit for Tate and Beckett! They crawled into bed and were so surprised with how comfy and WARM they were. Flannel sheets are a total must during the winters in the Midwest.

I went with the dark gray duvet cover to help tie in the dark accent wall.

This quilt had my heart as soon as I came across it on Amazon. It is so super soft, and the small little cream detail adds the perfect touch to pull in the brown from the check bedding!

Before I had even completed the look, I had envisioned in my head I stumbled upon these mid-century patted benches. They kind of speak for themselves if we are being honest here! They tie in with the "big boy" theme so well all while still keeping it well pulled together. I loved the wood tones and the price point is amazing for a high end look.

Shop the Room

I can't wait to work on part 2 and show you how we are going to semi-DIY some boys desks on the other side of this room! Stay tuned:)

WEEKLY FAVORITES

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 15:21:44 GMT

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Men's Andar Wallet. I have shared this wallet many times before, but we shared it again this week and it is always a favorite because of not only is the quality of leather on them amazing, Andar also has this amazing feature - the pull tab. So, you can pull the tab and your car ds will pop out just enough to grab them easier. So, genius! Click HERE to look.

Stepping Up Book. We put this on the Men's Valentines gift guide (if you missed them, they are a couple post before this on the blog)

Such a great book on encouraging men to step up and out in courage! Click HERE to look.

Ceramic Coffee Mug. These adorable mugs are an Amazon find! They are quite large, but I think that is so fun to have different size mugs to pick from. Click HERE to look.

Framed Wall Canvas. This is a part of the new Studio Mcgee collection. It is very large, measuring 36" x 36"!

I have been leaning more towards t he muted coloring lately in between seasons. Click HERE to look.

De'Longhi Expresso and Coffee Machine. If you know me, you know I love my coffee and I love my coffee because it comes from this machine. It is wild the difference good coffee can be! I stand by this machine forever; I ended up buying one for our cabin too because I can't be without LOL. If you are ready to invent in a decent machine, I highly recommend this one. Click HERE to look.

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VALENTINE GIFTS FOR HIM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:16:44 GMT

Valentines Gift Ideas for him

BlackstoneGrill. LeatherWatchBand DIMECologne. Worktunes. PortableCharger. CordlessShopvac . TheApolloWallet . SteppingUpBook . HeydudeShoes. TheOxford .

Blackstone Grill

I got this Blackstone Grill for Ryan for Christmas, and I don't know if I'll ever be able to top this gift. He LOVES it! If you have a hubby that loves the outdoors this gift is perfect for them. Trust me!

Leather AppleWatch Band

This is a Ryan Daily favorite. The Andar Full Grain Oiled Leather Watch Band doesn't pull the hair on his arms and slides into his pocket nicely. Plus it looks so very handsome on him:) Use code VDAY to save 20%!

DIME Cologne

Ryan isn't the biggest cologne guy but every now and again he likes to do a pump or 2 of this DIME #1 cologne.

Use code ALLISON for a 20% off discount!

Worktunes.

If you were to look outside to find Ryan each day you would find him in these 3M Worktunes . He wears them nonstop listening to podcasts, sports games or music as they are Bluetooth and connect to your phone. What makes them different from regular headphones is they are noise canceling so if he is working with loud tools or loud machines, I don't have to worry about him wearing ear protection.

Portable Charger

A portable charger is always handy to keep on hand at any given time but especially for hunting/fishing trips!

Cordless Shopvac

This little machine is such a nice staple to have in the garage or shed! For easy clean up and not having to worry about finding an outlet. Its our new favorite around here!

The Apollo

Ryan has had this wallet for a while now and he still loves it to this day! With the pull tab that pops your cards and the leather finish. Such an overall great gift! Throw a fun coupon in it for a double surprise:) Code VDAY to save 20%.

Stepping Up Book

This is such a great read encouraging men into the call of manhood. It's the first book ryan has read cover to cover in years and he highly recommends anyone read it, from teen boys to old men!

Hey Dude Shoes

Ryan, Tate and Beckett all have these shoes and are their favorite shoes! They are easy to slip on and feel like you aren't wearing anything with how light weight they are! A great shoe for any boys in your life! It's like the winter croc, lol!

The Oxford

This Andar Oxford Full Rubbed Oiled Toiletry bag is amazing. There is nothing fully like nice weather goods and Andar never disappoints. It has 2 zippers and a handle to easily case and store. Definitely a good quality gift for him! Code VDAY to save 20%.

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