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Two Porches and A Pour Podcast: Episode #5

Elegant dining table set with white tablecloth, green plates, and white artichoke-like decorations. A small potted tree is centered. Glass and crystal drinkware surround the setting. A cabinet and window view complete the serene atmosphere.

Creating a Whimsical Faux Flower Tablescape

A promotional image for the "Two Porches and a Pour" podcast highlights two women—one in glasses and a light sweater, the other in a striped shirt. Wine glasses clink below as they chat on the porch, embodying the spirit of their engaging podcast conversations.

Two Porches and A Pour Podcast: Episode #4

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Elegant dining table set with white tablecloth, green plates, and white artichoke-like decorations. A small potted tree is centered. Glass and crystal drinkware surround the setting. A cabinet and window view complete the serene atmosphere.

Creating a Whimsical Faux Flower Tablescape

A decorated mantel for the Fabulous Friday Link Party 4.1.22 showcases two lit candles, a bird's nest with blue eggs, a botanical book, and a pot with moss amid lush green foliage. Above it all hangs a framed painting.

Whimsical Budget-Friendly Spring Mantel Decor

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7 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home for the New Year

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“Two Porches & A Pour”

Two friends separated by 2,000 miles but united by our love of home, garden, and gracious living. Through our blogs and this podcast, we share authentic conversations about decorating, entertaining, and cultivating beauty in everyday life. Join us for heartfelt chats filled with practical tips, real-life stories, and plenty of laughter as we navigate the joys and challenges of making a house a home.

A promotional image with "Co-Hosts" written at the top. Below are two photos labeled "Wendy McMonigle" and "Lynn Vogeler." Wendy, known for her role in "Living Large in A Small House," sports light hair in a light-colored top. Lynn dons long hair, glasses, and a cozy turtleneck sweater.

My Favorite Projects

side view of the front door, new rug, and pots on my front porch

Our Exterior Renovation

Crazy Before & After

peeking in the door after out small laundry room makeover

Laundry Room Remodel

Laundry Room Reveal

my kitchen after the 30 day cleaning & organizing challenge

Kitchen Renovation

My White Kitchen

the chair the I reupholstered

New Office/Guest Room

French Country Office

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Meet Me

My name is Lynn. I live in the suburbs of Chicago in a 1,300 sq. ft. home with my Handy husband, Keith.

I’m an open book about my life on my blog. You can find out more about me by visiting my About page.

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