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04/28/2021

"Jamie Shoupe, I love my couch." ⠀
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What a MAJOR sigh of relief this month has been. I was hired to furnish and stage an entire home that was in the process of being built. Fast forward five months later and here we are!!!⠀
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While I'm not completely finished, I can safely say that I'm nearing completion!! I'm so thankful that everything has come together in perfect harmony ... and that couch!!!! Isn't it a stunner!! ⠀
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The folks were so great in helping me with this custom sofa. I tested out so many to find the perfect one for this family, and we nailed it! Form, function, so much space and cushion - even Bodie has claimed his spot!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

02/05/2021

"Creating something out of thin air is easy. It's finding the air that's hard."⠀⠀
I've finally received my floor paint AND sealant!!! One was always out of stock. Isn't that the story these days???⠀⠀
Now, my biggest dilemma is design. What do I want that 1) will flow from room to room and 2) be busy just enough to camouflage dirt?⠀⠀
Also, am I the only one crazy enough to tackle painting the floors in my entire home? I've only seen people paint a restroom or foyer area. I know this will be taxing, but it will be so worth it in the end!⠀⠀
Here are some of the design ideas that I'm leaning towards. Which is your favorite?

01/07/2021

Sooooo, we finally have an unoccupied room in our home and I am itching to do some DIY that I've not yet done before.⠀⠀
First things first, I've got an order of floor paint headed my way!!! Whoop whoop!!! But, I've only been able to find Step 1 (base coat) and need Step 2 (top coat) before I proceed. I've also narrowed down some stenciling ideas that I will share later with you all too, BUT ...⠀⠀
I'm struggling on making a final decision for wall paneling. The wall that I would like to focus on would be in our daughter's bedroom. Her bed will sit against this wall. I LOVE the look of traditional wainscoting (and it would be much easier), but I also LOVE the look of something more modern.⠀⠀
Which would you choose!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Image Credit: The Style Files, Garden Trading, Wayfair, Yellows Photography and Angela Rose Home

12/27/2020

"You're like, really pretty."⠀⠀
There's still so much more to be done, but I wanted to make sure that before this year ends, I showcase some of the work we've done with ✂️⠀⠀
This has been a long time coming, but I can't think of anyone more deserving of a beautiful workspace! ⠀⠀
Next up, did someone say "painted floors"!!!???⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/14/2020

"I absolutely love all my pieces from Lil' Hippo!! They are perfectly done and really add so much character to my home." ❤️🏡⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/12/2020

Latex over oil paint is like a really bad sunburn ...⠀⠀.. It. Will. Peel.⠀⠀
The previous owners sold this home with a "fresh coat of paint". In fact, they painted the ENTIRE home with latex (over oil paint), which meant all baseboards, doors, and cabinets fell victim to this tragedy. Luckily, we were able to get in, strip everything down and start fresh. There's nothing better than a "fresh coat of paint" done the right way! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/11/2020

Let's talk sheets!⠀⠀
I recently had a client ask about bed sheets. She mentioned that she needed a high thread count because she said, "I apparently run in my sleep because my bed sheets always end up being ripped ..." and it got me thinking.⠀⠀
I realized that I might not have the best advice as my sheets have most always been purchased from Target. Until recently, we used to buy Target's Fieldcrest brand. Unfortunately, they're not selling that brand any longer so we jumped ship and tried out their new line, 'Casaluna'. Dubbed the new fave, my husband says they're cooler and softer.⠀⠀
They're about a $30 difference from Fieldcrest, which brought our set to $120. It might sound like a lot, but sleep is so important for us. I don't mind "splurging" on linens and window treatments. It's what I do to stay sane.⠀⠀
BUT, I would love to hear from y'all on what sheets you currently use. Do you love them? If so, why? What is most important/least important when shopping for new bedding? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/10/2020

I need YOUR help! ⠀⠀
I'm shopping for a new sectional for my clients. They want BIG. They want COMFY. BUT, it needs to have form AND function as their new home has an open floor plan. ⠀
While they may find themselves cuddling up on the weekends for a family movie night, there will be other evenings where they'll need the extra seating for entertaining purposes. ⠀⠀
Their home is modern with black and gold accents/fixtures. But there will also be splashes of blue, such as their kitchen island, which will run parallel to the sectional.⠀⠀
I know these options are quite similar - and it was quite challenging to get an entire sectional to fit in these little grids (thanks, IG), but I would love to see which choice gets voted for the most! I'm excited to see what y'all pick!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/06/2020

"I did not know how to change the ambience of a room in our house and I was stuck. I called Jamie and she suggested new paint colors and furniture and new ways to display our wall size bookcase. She basically took a room that was stuck in the 90s and upgraded it to a cosy millennial retreat for my husband!"⠀⠀
I think this room must have been one of my most favorites as it combined two things I love most: painting and organizing ... and me oh my were there ever enough books to organize!⠀⠀
And yes, the books were categorized by genre and then alphabetized!!! Am I crazy??⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀

10/01/2020

Isn't this space so dreamy, so cozy ... so inviting??? I love this minimalist approach. It has just enough design/decor to give it an organic/natural feel but not overwhelming to the point where you feel like everything is suffocating you! Well done 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻⠀⠀
I naturally gravitate towards minimalism but lately I've felt like purging even more. This season has really brought about a lot of negatives, but it's also brought upon some positives.⠀⠀
This season has given me permission to purge things in my life or on my calendar that were toxic. Things I was holding onto because I was afraid of saying no. Afraid of disappointing people or even myself. This year - as crazy as it has been - is my year to FINALLY walk in the word the Lord gave me walking into last year: RELEASE. ⠀⠀
Friends, what change have you been teetering on? What's holding you back? Walk with me and let's do this together. Don't let 2020 hold you back! We CAN do hard things!!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

09/30/2020

"Thank you so much for all you did Jamie. I have no words to describe all your hard work!! God bless!" ⠀⠀
This was an extra special wedding as it marks the first of my friend group's children to be married. How on earth have we come this far???⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

09/23/2020

Goin' to the chapel and we're gonna get married ...⠀⠀
It's WEDDING TIME!!!⠀⠀
It's our last wedding of the year and I am so excited! We received the most beautiful flowers and greenery today! I can't wait to see these beauties tomorrow awake and opening up!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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Brownsville, TX

Telephone

+19564331394

Website

http://LilHippoByJamie.etsy.com/

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