Entri Ways https://entriways.com/ Refinish & Refine to create a comfortable home. Volunteer & Fundraise to build your resume. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:31:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://entriways.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/EntriWays-square-logo-125x125.jpg Entri Ways https://entriways.com/ 32 32 102116491 Northern Italy – Part 4: Cortina & The Dolomites https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-4-cortina-the-dolomites/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=northern-italy-part-4-cortina-the-dolomites https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-4-cortina-the-dolomites/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 23:54:12 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=18688 Welcome to Part 4 of my Northern Italy Tour where we visited my absolute favorite part of the entire tour – Cortina and the Dolomites.  We planned our entire trip around this leg of the tour.  We chose this particular tour because it was the only bus tour we found that took us through and ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-4-cortina-the-dolomites/feed/ 0 18688 Northern Italy – Part 3: Trento & Bolzano https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-3-trento-bolzano/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=northern-italy-part-3-trento-bolzano https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-3-trento-bolzano/#respond Sun, 26 Oct 2025 21:16:10 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=18585 Welcome to Part 3 of my Northern Italy tour where we headed north to Trento and Bolzano on our way to the Dolomites. You can read about Milan and Verona in earlier posts. We left Verona and began the drive north to Trento.  The mountains were not far off and the drive was incredibly scenic. ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-3-trento-bolzano/feed/ 0 18585 Northern Italy Tour – Part 2: Verona https://entriways.com/northern-italy-tour-part-2-verona/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=northern-italy-tour-part-2-verona https://entriways.com/northern-italy-tour-part-2-verona/#respond Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:34:15 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=18560 Welcome to Part 2 of my Northern Italy Tour where we visited Verona.  It felt like a fairytale. It was exactly as you’ve seen on postcards and in movies.  And of course in the Shakespeare novel, Romeo & Juliet. If you missed Part 1 – Milan, you can read about it HERE.   To recap, ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/northern-italy-tour-part-2-verona/feed/ 0 18560 Northern Italy – Part 1: Milan https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-1-milan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=northern-italy-part-1-milan https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-1-milan/#comments Mon, 13 Oct 2025 01:39:07 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=18534 If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling to Italy, then you are going to want to follow along.  I just returned from the most amazing trip to Northern Italy and cannot wait to share it with you. We explored Milan, Trento, Verona, Venice, Bolzano, Cortina (the Dolomites!), Sirmione  at Lake Garda, Lake Como, and Stresa at ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/northern-italy-part-1-milan/feed/ 2 18534 Favorite Finds on Amazon & More… July 2025 https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-july-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=favorite-finds-on-amazon-july-2025 https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-july-2025/#respond Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:44:13 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=18319 It’s that time again where I share some of my favorite finds. Sneakers, TV series, outdoor decor, pet care, books, and more. Shop my favorite finds on Amazon (and more) for July 2025… . Outdoor Decor: Faux Boxwoods Last year we placed three tall planters beside the garage doors and one on the walkway and ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-july-2025/feed/ 0 18319 Carpet vs. Hardwood Flooring https://entriways.com/carpet-vs-hardwood-flooring/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=carpet-vs-hardwood-flooring https://entriways.com/carpet-vs-hardwood-flooring/#respond Mon, 12 May 2025 00:52:54 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=17864 Hind-sight really is 20/20. That’s why I wanted to offer a little bit of wisdom (from personal experience) and bring you forward 20 years from now to save you some trouble, some money, and maybe even some illness. I’m going to explain why I think you should choose that hardwood flooring over wall-t0-wall carpet, even ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/carpet-vs-hardwood-flooring/feed/ 0 17864 Wait Until You See Our New Blue & White Safavieh Runner Rugs https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-our-new-blue-white-safavieh-runner-rugs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wait-until-you-see-our-new-blue-white-safavieh-runner-rugs https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-our-new-blue-white-safavieh-runner-rugs/#respond Mon, 13 Jan 2025 02:31:05 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=17423 Hello sweet friends! I realize it’s been a while since we last talked. We were in the middle of a very long renovation project. And today I’m sharing the very end of that renovation… our new blue & white Safavieh runner rugs and how I found them on Amazon for an amazing price. Note: This ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-our-new-blue-white-safavieh-runner-rugs/feed/ 0 17423 Favorite Finds & Ways… 1 https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-ways-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=favorite-finds-ways-1 https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-ways-1/#respond Sun, 07 Jul 2024 00:13:21 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=17002 When I was choosing a name for this site, I landed on the name Entri Ways with the idea being that I could always expand on it.  I imagined posts on “ways to paint furniture”, “ways to decorate a home”, “ways to eat gluten-free”, “ways to fundraise for your kids’ elementary school”, and so many ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-ways-1/feed/ 0 17002 A California-Modern Newburyport Home Tour https://entriways.com/a-california-modern-newburyport-home-tour/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-california-modern-newburyport-home-tour https://entriways.com/a-california-modern-newburyport-home-tour/#respond Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:26:00 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16796 Let’s continue the home tours from the Newburyport PTO Kitchen Tour with this renovated California-modern home. The open living-dining-kitchen plan overlooks features black and walnut cabinetry, a show-stopping butlers pantry, a mudroom with gray stone herringbone tile, and a half bath with captivating wall treatment. Before we step inside, let’s take a moment to appreciate ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/a-california-modern-newburyport-home-tour/feed/ 0 16796 20+ Budget Summer Decorating Ideas https://entriways.com/20-budget-summer-decorating-ideas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=20-budget-summer-decorating-ideas https://entriways.com/20-budget-summer-decorating-ideas/#respond Sun, 16 Jun 2024 20:23:08 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16827 Are you getting your home ready for summer get togethers? Maybe a graduation party, a birthday, a home wedding celebration, or a family cookout. Then I’m here to help you get your home ready with these more than 20 budget summer decorating ideas that will have your home party-ready all summer long. A few weeks ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/20-budget-summer-decorating-ideas/feed/ 0 16827 Bright & Expansive Newburyport Farmhouse Kitchen Tour https://entriways.com/bright-expansive-newburyport-farmhouse-kitchen-tour/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bright-expansive-newburyport-farmhouse-kitchen-tour https://entriways.com/bright-expansive-newburyport-farmhouse-kitchen-tour/#respond Sat, 18 May 2024 02:52:13 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16744 Let’s continue the home tours from the Newburyport PTO Kitchen Tour with this renovated bright and expansive farmhouse home. Throughout this home you will find thoughtful solutions to what could have been challenging architecture. Walk up the path and see what I mean… . The sidewalk view of this 1916 renovation farmhouse now features the ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/bright-expansive-newburyport-farmhouse-kitchen-tour/feed/ 0 16744 A Newburyport Home Tour With a Backyard Surprise https://entriways.com/a-newburyport-home-tour-with-a-backyard-surprise/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-newburyport-home-tour-with-a-backyard-surprise https://entriways.com/a-newburyport-home-tour-with-a-backyard-surprise/#respond Mon, 13 May 2024 01:19:28 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16723 Happy Mother’s Day!  This has been such an enjoyable weekend.  I spent the day yesterday in the northshore coastal town of Newburyport, Massachusetts at the Newburyport PTO Kitchen Tour.  It was my third year attending this incredible fundraising event and every year offers something new. This year we toured eight stunning homes. The first was ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/a-newburyport-home-tour-with-a-backyard-surprise/feed/ 0 16723 22nd Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour & Taste of the Port – Saturday, May 11, 2024 https://entriways.com/22nd-annual-newburyport-kitchen-tour-taste-of-the-port-saturday-may-11-2024/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=22nd-annual-newburyport-kitchen-tour-taste-of-the-port-saturday-may-11-2024 https://entriways.com/22nd-annual-newburyport-kitchen-tour-taste-of-the-port-saturday-may-11-2024/#respond Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:46:22 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16655 For the past few years, I’ve attended the Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour. Saturday, May 11th from 10:00am-3:00pm will be the 22nd year the Newburyport Elementary PTO is offering this amazing city-wide event.  Each year, more than 50 volunteers and about 10 homeowner families collaborate to open up these homes for your viewing. Newburyport, Massachusetts is ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/22nd-annual-newburyport-kitchen-tour-taste-of-the-port-saturday-may-11-2024/feed/ 0 16655 Delicious Honey Sriracha Cashews https://entriways.com/delicious-honey-sriracha-cashews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=delicious-honey-sriracha-cashews https://entriways.com/delicious-honey-sriracha-cashews/#respond Sun, 07 Apr 2024 01:46:56 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16552 I have a delicious treat for you today!  A delicious, spicy, salty, sweet, crunchy, healthy treat.  A treat that’s super easy to make. You can keep them on your countertop in the prettiest of bowls so they’re ready to grab a few when you’re having a craving or just need a little something.  Here’s how ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/delicious-honey-sriracha-cashews/feed/ 0 16552 How to Choose Beds That Re-Sell Well https://entriways.com/pre-owned-beds-dont-sell-well-or-do-they/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pre-owned-beds-dont-sell-well-or-do-they https://entriways.com/pre-owned-beds-dont-sell-well-or-do-they/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:27:05 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=5025 Many furniture refinishers and painters will tell you that pre-owned beds don’t sell well.  Most consignment shops won’t even take them because they sit around too long.  I disagree.  There are actually certain types of beds that sell very well and very quickly. Here’s how to choose beds that re-sell well… . For the first ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/pre-owned-beds-dont-sell-well-or-do-they/feed/ 4 5025 Favorite Outdoor Sectional Cushions on Amazon – Now is the Time to Buy Them! https://entriways.com/favorite-outdoor-sectional-cushions-on-amazon-now-is-the-time-to-buy-them/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=favorite-outdoor-sectional-cushions-on-amazon-now-is-the-time-to-buy-them https://entriways.com/favorite-outdoor-sectional-cushions-on-amazon-now-is-the-time-to-buy-them/#comments Tue, 05 Mar 2024 01:06:41 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16326 It may only be the first week of March and we are still officially in the Winter season, but trust me when I say that if you need replacement cushions and slipcovers for your outdoor furniture, NOW is the time to buy them!… UPDATE: The day after I posted this (3/05/2024), I noticed that the ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/favorite-outdoor-sectional-cushions-on-amazon-now-is-the-time-to-buy-them/feed/ 1 16326 These Gluten-Free Chicken Meatballs are Delicious! https://entriways.com/these-gluten-free-chicken-meatballs-are-delicious/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=these-gluten-free-chicken-meatballs-are-delicious https://entriways.com/these-gluten-free-chicken-meatballs-are-delicious/#comments Sat, 20 Jan 2024 01:31:16 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16128 In our quest to eat healthier, we’ve been eating more chicken than beef. Add to that my need to eat gluten-free and my husband and I have come up with a gluten-free chicken meatball recipe that is delicious, moist, and flavorful! … . Ingredients: I’ve always just eye-balled the amount of ingredients when I make ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/these-gluten-free-chicken-meatballs-are-delicious/feed/ 2 16128 Wait Until You See What I Got at the Thrift Store! https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-what-i-got-at-the-thrift-store/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wait-until-you-see-what-i-got-at-the-thrift-store https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-what-i-got-at-the-thrift-store/#respond Sun, 31 Dec 2023 23:56:57 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16068 Are you a thrift store shopper?  If you’ve never been to a second-hand store, the last week of December and early to mid January are the best times to try it.  People are decluttering and cleaning out their closets to make room for the gifts they got for Christmas. And wait unit you see what ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/wait-until-you-see-what-i-got-at-the-thrift-store/feed/ 0 16068 For All You Mammas Who Are Ready to Quit December! https://entriways.com/for-all-you-mammas-who-are-ready-to-quit-december/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=for-all-you-mammas-who-are-ready-to-quit-december https://entriways.com/for-all-you-mammas-who-are-ready-to-quit-december/#respond Sat, 23 Dec 2023 03:21:17 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=16042 Here’s a funny read for all you mammas who are ready to quit December!  It’s for all you mammas who go above and beyond to make the holidays special for everyone… It’s a post I wrote years ago when my kids where in elementary school and go back and read it every year to smile ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/for-all-you-mammas-who-are-ready-to-quit-december/feed/ 0 16042 Favorite Finds on Amazon – For Everyone on Your Gift List https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-for-everyone-on-your-gift-list/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=favorite-finds-on-amazon-for-everyone-on-your-gift-list https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-for-everyone-on-your-gift-list/#respond Thu, 07 Dec 2023 01:46:46 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=15955 How is your holiday gift shopping coming along?   Well, I’ve been a busy bee researching and finding some favorite gift ideas to make your (& my) holiday shopping easier.   As I find (or buy) these great gift ideas, I’ve been adding them to my Amazon storefront. And to make it even easier for ...
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]]> https://entriways.com/favorite-finds-on-amazon-for-everyone-on-your-gift-list/feed/ 0 15955 How to Paint Wooden Chairs – The Process & The Products https://entriways.com/how-to-paint-wooden-chairs-the-process-the-products/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-paint-wooden-chairs-the-process-the-products https://entriways.com/how-to-paint-wooden-chairs-the-process-the-products/#comments Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:56:55 +0000 https://entriways.com/?p=15842 Dear Vicki, Could you tell me what your approach is when painting spindled chairs? Where do you start (spindles, seat, legs?) Do you paint the underside of the chair seat as well? Thank you, Pamela … Yes. Thank you for asking. I can certainly go into more detail about how to paint wooden chairs. . ...
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