Tanya's Townhouse Tour...(Via Made By Girl)

Hello everyone! How was the weekend for you? Mine was super nice (well, for the most part). The best part was having my mom here all last week & a bit during the weekend as well.  Oh yes, & she loved the guest bedroom! I miss her so much already. Sometimes I walk into the guestroom & look over at the empty bed wishing she was still here.  But, thank God, I'll be visiting NYC & get to see her again in May!

This Monday I'm back with a home tour....submitted to me by Tanya.  Both her & her husband live in a townhouse in Ontario, Canada.  She also writes a blog called, Dans Le Towhouse where she showcases all the DIY projects that her & her husband have taken on since buying their first home!  She says they still have LOTS to do, but their goal is to make the house a HOME.






I know exactly what it's like...when we bought our first place, we were determined to make it a home and we did 95% of the renovations ourselves. Needless to say, I am done with large renovations. It was a great experience and did save us LOTS OF CASH, but the time it took is the worst part!! 

You really have to COMMIT to getting it all done in a reasonable amount of time, or your place will just be in shambles for months! Trust me...I knew people who started a renovation project & NEVER finished it!  Anyway, on her blog Tanya gives us a glimpse of what it's like outside of the glossy world of magazines! 

Thanks Tanya!




















-images via dans le townhouse
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39 comments

  1. Jen..I love it, I love how Tanya has incorporated a statement piece of artwork in every room...just goes to show that even in small spaces BIG artwork looks awesome. Great post x

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  2. Looks great, love this home, so fresh and clean;)

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  3. I love all of Tanya's gorgeous artwork. And thanks for the intro-I wonder if she lives near me?? Off to see more!

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  4. Thanks for the post about a "Real person" I love the herringbone backsplash - a clever use of subway tile. I might have to do a copycat on that one!

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  5. I love the light, airy, modern look she has created, with a touch of Art Deco!
    Some very cute 70's inspired furniture there I like : )

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  6. She has some amazing artwork in her place!! Gorgeous.

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  7. Love their bedroom, esp the headboard! Sooo cute and chic:-)

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  8. I have a super-crush on her that shower curtain! Thanks for posting!

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  9. I love the art and the chevron stripped table is awesome!

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  10. I love all the art and the subway tiles in the kitchen!

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  11. Just left seeing my family for two separate weekends in a row and not sure when I get to see them next..know how it feels...I'm really enjoying this home tour series!

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  12. Dude! Such an awesome bird pillow.
    Makes me want to go make one.

    Such a beautiful home you have, Tanya. Not just a house, a home. Love it!

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  13. I love that little hall table, I want one! And their art collection is enviable.

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  14. Hi Jen, thanks so much for posting pictures of my humble abode on your beautiful blog. I'm so honoured to have been included with some truly lovely home tours. I've made some big impact changes to the bedroom since I emailed you my pictures that I will be blogging about tomorrow. It is amazing how much a space can change in only a few weeks. Thanks to everyone for the lovely comments!

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  15. I am so inspired to tape off my tv tray and paint it! (Although that "I could do that" attittude can get me in trouble)

    Great house tour!

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  16. I really like the warm woods -- and orange-y brown tones you see throughout the space.

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  17. Aw, mommies are the best! I'm so glad I live only a short drive from mine :]

    This townhome is absolutely stunning. I adore the art and clean lines!

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  18. Love the green pillows in the pic of the bedroom. Im such a colour lover!

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  19. Wish my mom came to visit this weekend! Love the art in Tanya's townhouse. The tiling in the kitchen is pretty fabulous too!

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  20. What an amazing home! Thank you so much for sharing these images, they are stunning.

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  21. Love all the details, especially the herringbone tile pattern in the kitchen!

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  22. Jen,

    Tonya has done a great job I adore what she has created!! Focal points , great art, and clean lines!!

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    xoxo
    Karena
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  23. Nice home! Love the details that's in here most especially the lamps, gave a more cozy effect.

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  24. love the simplicity of this:) it must be great to finally have a house of your own... and to work on its improvement one step at a time!

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  25. YAY a townhome! Right up our alley. I really love the simplicity of this home. That shower curtain really stands out in the bathroom. Thanks for sharing =)

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  26. lovely home...so easy on the eyes...loving the cheveron top table and the hardware on the bathroom vanity!! thanks for sharing, Jen!!..xx meenal

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  27. So pretty! I love the pastel marbled paintings and the zig-zag backsplash!

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  28. Wowza, love that chevron table. Great post. xoxo

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  29. Tanya has amazing taste and flawless execution. I love seeing photos of her gorgeous home.

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  30. I love the black and white bedroom!

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  31. Love this townhouse

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  32. Am in love with that chevron seat! Love your home tours, keep them coming! Miss Walker xoxo

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    anyhoot, i love what you've got going here, very cute!

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  34. What a darling home! Love the feel of nature throughout the home and fantastic art on the wall :)

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  35. lovely house, i love how its so light and looks very airy and spacious... is quite a beauty

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