Cate Griffing's (west_magnolia_charm) Blog

Brick is one of those things people either love or hate. I love brick. It's unique and adds character to wherever it is used. That being said I think the main reason that turns people off of brick is its color and the fact that it can be quite difficult to coordinate with. This brings me to the q...

There is something about summertime that really motivates me to tackle my to-do list, especially outdoor projects. Obviously, working outdoors is much more enjoyable when the weather is warm, the sun is shining and the days are longer. It makes actually doing the work a little more enjoyable. The...

I want to share how you can use one paint color in 4 different ways. And that paint color is Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore. Revere Pewter is an extremely popular paint color. It has been called "the perfect greige" and it quite honestly is. Greige is the way I'd best describe the color. It's gr...

Updating the exterior of your home doesn't always mean painting the entire house. That can get fairly expensive. However,  there are a few less expensive ways to give your home a bit of a facelift. 1. Painting your front doorChanging the color of your front door can have the potential to change t...

Recently  I took on the project of updating my home room by room. By updating I mean, painting, switching up decor or just rearranging the furniture. After 5 years in the home, I felt like some of these updates were necessary. Ever since starting this updating project, I have realized there are 2...

Not too long ago, I decided to give my guest bedroom a little bit of an update. It had become a catch-all room for things I no longer wanted or used. The accumulating clutter started to get to me so cleaned out the room and donated everything I didn't have a use for. Once the room was clean, I no...

It's undeniable that a renovation will completely change the look of a room. However, it's the finishing touches you add to that room that pulls it all together in the end.  Finishing touches can be anything really, from the art you hang on your walls to the decorative pillows you add to you couc...

Most homeowners would love a newly renovated bathroom in their homes. I know I would. However, sometimes your budget won't allow for a full on bathroom renovation. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to give your bathroom an update without tearing it apart.  Vanity UpdateReplacing your old vanity w...

When it comes to choosing a paint color for your kitchen there are a few colors that work will better than others. This is helpful because it narrows the color list down so you don't feel overwhelmed by too many color options.  Check out the following colors to create a warm, welcoming kitchen yo...

If you are anything like me, you love a good DIY project. There's a true sense of accomplishment when you complete a project on your own, that's what makes it so enticing. However, there is a time and a place for certain DIY projects. If you ask me, some things should be left to the professionals...