San_Joaquin Magazine October 2018

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10Upgrades for

Better Holiday

Hosting  BY LINDSEY RODRIAN

Ding, ding! What’s that? It’s the sound of the alarm clock, the doorbell, the oven timer, and the Salvation Army volunteer rolled up into one. Does it signal the last of your sanity escaping you? Possibly. It’s no secret that you’ll be running non-stop from the first stitch in your child’s Halloween costume to the last clink of your champagne glass as we ring in 2019. Can you believe it?! With less than 30 days before the start of the storm, use your time wisely and prep for a confident and calm hostess experience with upgrades sure to assist your seemingly impossible mission. (You can do it, we’re rooting for you!)

CRUSH IT WITH CURB APPEAL

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Go above and beyond with your first impression. Don’t know where to start? Grab that old bench (or find one at our plethora of vintage and consignment stores) and head to The Owl Box in Tracy. They not only carry Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®, but also the perfect pillow to place once your DIY project is done. Purchase a few plants, and bring in color with bright or bold pots. On a serious budget? Removing dust and dirt can bring an old door to life, and a new welcome mat makes company feel cozy.

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SAN JOAQUIN MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2018


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