Maryann Spady's Blog Posts

I love when I walk into a space that is not only organized, but it’s beautiful too. The problem is I don’t always know how to pull it off. Have you ever felt that way? Well, thanks to

A new year brings with it new home interior design trends, and 2023 is no different. When I started to research some of this year's trends I found that some made complete sense, while others I am

CAN A COMMAND HOOK HELP YOU ORGANIZE YOUR HOME?My daughter recently moved into her first apartment with her fiance and step-daughter. She is the type of person who needs to have artwork and familiar

   IT’S TIME TO THROW IT AWAY!One easy way to declutter is to throw away ALL of the items you don’t need, aren’t using, won’t fit into, have expired, etc. We all

Twenty-three years ago the Pantone Color Institute created an educational program for the design community and color enthusiasts around the world. They wanted a way to create a conversation around

IT’S GET ORGANIZED MONTH!January always brings with it the desire to start fresh. Be it your health, relationship, financial, getting organized, etc. I’m sure this is why someone decided

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and one of my favorite things to do, like it is for many of you, is t go around and look at all the different Christmas light displays.  So I

December is here and I know that you are getting ready for the holidays, however there are still some home maintenance items that you'll want to check off your list.Prepare for all the new gifts you

For many it's tradition to head out to a local Christmas tree farm and cut down your Christmas tree the weekend after Thanksgiving.  If you're like me, it isn't until after Thanksgiving before

As we move into the winter months, you might be looking at your flooring and realize it's time for an update. You've done your research and have narrowed it down to tile vs. laminate. But you&rsquo

Are you at a place in life where you feel like you should have purchased your first home already?  You may not be alone.  According to the National Association of Realtors the average age

National Author Day is November 1st and I’ve been reminiscing on the stories of one of my favorite authors who also happens to have been born in McMinnville, Oregon, however lived in the small

Selling your home is an emotional process.  You decide to put it on the market, you accept an offer, make it through the inspection and appraisal periods when you realize you're about to leave

If you’ve ever thought about this question you are not alone.  It’s one of the first questions I get asked when I meet with potential buyers, and I completely understand. 

You’ve heard the saying “Kitchens & bathrooms sell a home”, and if we’re being honest they do because they are the spaces that we spend a lot of time in when you consider

You may not be ready for it however, 2023 is just three and a half months away.  Which also means there are some new home decor trends to talk about, and some of these may delight you while

While I'm not ready to say goodbye to summer, I can feel the cool, crisp fall air during my morning walks.  It makes me realize that before too long, it will be time to head out to one of the

Over the weeks, I’ve been blogging about some amazing parks and trails in the Hillsboro, Oregon area.  I love that each of these parks/trails offers something different, and Orchard

Are you looking for an extraordinary park?  If you answered yes, then be prepared to fall in love with Griffin Oaks Park's eight-acre park.!  The park features the following amazing

Kingfisher Marsh and Pintail Pond Loop are a part of the 635-acre Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve.  The 1.5-mile trail is extremely popular for birdwatchers, trail runners, and,

There are times in life when you need to take a break in nature but don’t have much time to do so.  If you find yourself in this position, then the one-mile Rood Bridge Loop, which takes

Rock Creek Trail is a part of the Hillsboro Parks and Recreation and the Tualatin Hills Parks & Rec District.  Today I am focusing on the Hillsboro portion of the trail that goes from

Oregon is known for its amazing outdoor adventures, and for the outdoor lover, the Portland Metro Tri-Counties area can be a dream come true thanks to all of the hiking trails. From beginner to more