SEW CLEVER
Be inspired by the look of a secondhand curiosity rather than be constrained by its original function. Set an interesting case on a countertop for handy storage, as Lea does with mismatched sewing boxes from the 1970s in her kitchen. Commingle wood grains—even plastic varieties with faux finishes—to boost contrast against painted cabinets.
Being near family and having a bit of land to call their own were among Lea and Steve Ayotte's longtime hopes. The creative couple accomplished both in 2015, when they purchased a three-bedroom ranch with their daughter and her
