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        Reader OMG! – Andrea’s City Chic Condo

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        Reader OMG! – Lydia’s Historic Whimsical Home

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        Playbook Inspired Projects No. 1

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The Break Room

The Break Room – April 2022

By Casey Finn | April 29, 2022

How is April over already? It flew by with a trip to Arizona, a staycation for my birthday, and finishing up our bathrooms…

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My nightly routine

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Ask Casey – My Nightly Routine, Formula Feeding, Project Burnout and More

By Casey Finn | April 27, 2022

I’m answering your questions…from my nightly routine, to combating project burnout, my thoughts on formula feeding, and more!

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A soon to be linen closet

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Our DIY Linen Cabinet Gameplan

By Casey Finn | April 25, 2022

We’re adding a DIY linen cabinet to our new main bathroom. Here’s a look at the gameplan and an issue that’s been holding us back…

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My Spring punch list

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Spring Punch List – Checking Off Small Tasks

By Casey Finn | April 22, 2022

Now that the big construction is over, it’s time to do some cleaning and maintenance around here. Here’s my spring punch list (and tips for you to create your own!)…

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A mini reveal of our main bathroom

Bathroom

A Mini Reveal of Our Incomplete Main Bathroom

By Casey Finn | April 20, 2022

Our main bathroom isn’t quite finished, but I’m so eager to share the entire space with you. Here’s a look at where things stand and what’s left on our to-do list…

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Reader OMG! – Andrea’s City Chic Condo

By Lindsey Hammer | April 18, 2022

Come tour this gorgeous condo right here in Chicago. It’s the ideal spot for this adorable family of three…

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My mom's organized built-ins

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Organizing My Mom’s Bedroom Built-Ins

By Casey Finn | April 15, 2022

My mom loves the built-ins in her bedroom. But what does she actually keep inside those cabinets? I’m sharing her not-so-organized setup and how we transformed it…

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Our New Basement Windows

By Casey Finn | April 13, 2022

Our basement hasn’t gotten much love over the past three years. Until now! We’re kicking things off with new windows…

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Hey There! I’m Casey, the voice behind The DIY Playbook. I’m married to Finn & mom to Rory and Ellis. Together we’re creating our dream home in Chicago, one DIY project at a time.

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