About Me

About Me

 Launched in 2017, Mud and Merlot is a great resource for tips and tricks for home decor, DIY, and gardening to free up your time and focus on fun! If you have a desire to minimize stress and maximize the beauty of your home life, then you will feel right at home here!

Hi! I’m Amy. As a full-time working mom, I love making the most out of family time. My husband and two toddler boys are my everything. Multi-tasking is the name of my game–I like to get cooking and chores over with so I can have fun with my family!

Seahawks shirt for family photos 🙂

As I am naturally a frugal person, I challenge myself with ways to save even more on daily expenses, so we can plan for the future and spend on vacations! Follow me to find out my tips & tricks!

Our house was built in 1900, so my husband and I are often tackling home improvement projects (some planned, some not!) With an 100++ year old house, our projects often take unexpected turns, but we enjoy revitalizing it and turning it into our dream home.

My parents are avid gardeners, and their garden is paradise and an inspiration to me. Our garden is full of surprises–the previous owners planted a few unique species that are fun to discover and revitalize. Digging in the dirt while my kids create mayhem in the sandbox is my idea of a perfect way to spend an afternoon! Join me as I expand my garden, but only with plants that require little maintenance and occasional watering!! The less fuss, the better!

Family Photo

Join me on my journey through motherhood, homeownership, and culinary exploration (which is best enjoyed with a glass of wine)!

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