Let me start by saying, I really love our home. When we first laid eyes on our little slice of Grand Rapids, we saw an … Read the rest
Let me start by saying, I really love our home. When we first laid eyes on our little slice of Grand Rapids, we saw an … Read the rest
Tomorrow begins the first day of fall, although it sure doesn’t feel like fall here in Michigan! A few months ago, I met a group … Read the rest
Well, it’s the start of September, which means…Bring out all the pumpkin-flavored everything! Yes, I love a good pumpkin spiced latte and an apple-fragranced candle- … Read the rest
Recently I was lucky enough to travel to the city of Rome with my husband and mother-in-law. Although I am not a travel blogger, I … Read the rest
If you have ever sold a home, you probably heard your realtor tell you to stage your home to get more money from the buyer. … Read the rest

Go into any home decor store right now, and you will see an overpriced mid-century plant stand. But … Read the rest



Hi everyone- I'm Patti! I created Renovating Mapleson Manor originally to document our home renovations. Since then, it has become a spot where I share my DIY projects and client spaces.
Chalk Paint Plant Stand
Painting Your Builder Grade Kitchen Cabinets
Outdoor DIY Project Round Up
Terra Cotta Planter DIY
Easy DIY Home Improvement Projects