March 16, 2026 - Apriljwagner

Create a Cozy Focal Point: DIY Shiplap Fireplace for Your Bedroom

posted on : March 16, 2026 posted by : April 0 Comment

This is a sponsored post. However, all my thoughts and opinions are my own.

It’s another DIY project! After finishing our living room project (linked HERE), Neil and I decided we just HAD to have this fireplace/mantel feature in our bedroom! We absolutely loved how our living room turned out and wanted to recreate a similar version in our primary bedroom. Working together with Touchstone and Dakota Timber Company, we got our tool belts on and got to work to create a Cozy Focal Point: DIY Shiplap Fireplace for Your Bedroom.

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Mom of 4•Wife to a Bread Baking Hunk•Lover of champagne, pretty dresses &puff pastry •Social Media Mgt• #scoliosis #POTS #EDS •Ballerina 📍Bay Area, Ca

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Jan 21

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Wishing my room actually looked like this right now. It’s currently filled will piles of laundry waiting to be folded after our trip.

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Jan 20

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Disneyland 2026 🙌🏻 I made it ya’ll. Definitely sore, and fatigued and sleep deprived and the back pain is insane. But I did it. 🤣

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Jan 16

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I debated jumping on the bandwagon to share my 2016 throwback. In all honesty, 2016 was the hardest year of my life. It’s something that I’m reminded of daily in this never ending cycle of chronic pain and illness. For those that are new here, in 2016 I underwent 3 surgeries within 4 days. My 14 level spine surgery consisted of 2 surgeries going through my back and side, and then I needed an emergency bowel resection 3 days later due to my colon twisting and flipping on itself. When I woke up from my spine surgery, I immediately moved my right foot and tried to then move my left. It turned out, they knicked my spinal cord and damaged it. I had no feeling in my left leg or foot. Didn’t know if I was moving it and it felt like nothing was there. I remember immediately panicking and because I still had a tube in my mouth, they gave me a paper to write down what was wrong. Drs came in and told my husband and I that they weren’t sure if I’d walk again and definitely sure I wouldn’t be dancing. I lost 25 lbs, a Picc line was put in to try and get me any nutrition. I threw up bile in bucket after bucket.I didn’t see my kids for 3 1/2 weeks and then had to be moved to a nursing facility. Once home, I had nurses and PT that would come to our house because staying in that facility and not seeing my kids drove me insane (my youngest was only 17 months old). Neil had to shower me, and wipe my butt 🙈. I went through 18 months of PT pushing myself to prove them all wrong. When I think about the last 10 years (and 2016 in particular), it has been a nonstop uphill battle for me. During that same year, we learned that both our daughters would then be diagnosed with the same thing. This is why I keep pushing forward no matter how I feel mentally or physically. I need to show these kids that mama can handle it and I want them to remember how strong I’ve tried to be because some day they may be faced with this same decision. I played this song on repeat laying in the hospital.Continued in the comments…..

I debated jumping on the bandwagon to share my 2016 throwback. In all honesty, 2016 was the hardest year of my life. It’s something that I’m reminded of daily in this never ending cycle of chronic pain and illness. For those that are new here, in 2016 I underwent 3 surgeries within 4 days. My 14 level spine surgery consisted of 2 surgeries going through my back and side, and then I needed an emergency bowel resection 3 days later due to my colon twisting and flipping on itself. When I woke up from my spine surgery, I immediately moved my right foot and tried to then move my left. It turned out, they knicked my spinal cord and damaged it. I had no feeling in my left leg or foot. Didn’t know if I was moving it and it felt like nothing was there. I remember immediately panicking and because I still had a tube in my mouth, they gave me a paper to write down what was wrong. Drs came in and told my husband and I that they weren’t sure if I’d walk again and definitely sure I wouldn’t be dancing. I lost 25 lbs, a Picc line was put in to try and get me any nutrition. I threw up bile in bucket after bucket.

I didn’t see my kids for 3 1/2 weeks and then had to be moved to a nursing facility. Once home, I had nurses and PT that would come to our house because staying in that facility and not seeing my kids drove me insane (my youngest was only 17 months old). Neil had to shower me, and wipe my butt 🙈. I went through 18 months of PT pushing myself to prove them all wrong. When I think about the last 10 years (and 2016 in particular), it has been a nonstop uphill battle for me. During that same year, we learned that both our daughters would then be diagnosed with the same thing. This is why I keep pushing forward no matter how I feel mentally or physically. I need to show these kids that mama can handle it and I want them to remember how strong I’ve tried to be because some day they may be faced with this same decision. I played this song on repeat laying in the hospital.

Continued in the comments….....

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Jan 14

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SAVE AND SHARE MY MOST VIEWED RECIPE! This is one of my favorite and most watched recipes and for good reason! My Ham and Cheese Croissant Bake is SOOOO easy to make and perfect for brunch! This can also be frozen and eaten later!Don’t take my word for it...make it and let me know how fast it was devoured.•4 large croissants12-16 oz of cubed ham•6 oz of shredded gruyere cheese•6 oz of shredded cheddar cheese•1/2 cup chopped chives•6 eggs•1 cup half and half•1 tsp. honey•1 tsp. Dijon mustard•salt and pepperPreheat your oven to 375. In a baking dish (spray with non stick spray) add in croissants, ham, cheese and chives. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, honey, mustard and salt and pepper.Pour the egg mixture over the bake and press down with a fork. Cover with foil and bake for approximately 50 min. This is such a great family recipe and feeds a good amount of people. So before ya come for me with how much cheese is used ( remember that!#easyrecipe #breakfastfordinner #recipereels

SAVE AND SHARE MY MOST VIEWED RECIPE! This is one of my favorite and most watched recipes and for good reason! My Ham and Cheese Croissant Bake is SOOOO easy to make and perfect for brunch! This can also be frozen and eaten later!
Don’t take my word for it...make it and let me know how fast it was devoured.
•4 large croissants
12-16 oz of cubed ham
•6 oz of shredded gruyere cheese
•6 oz of shredded cheddar cheese
•1/2 cup chopped chives
•6 eggs
•1 cup half and half
•1 tsp. honey
•1 tsp. Dijon mustard
•salt and pepper
Preheat your oven to 375. In a baking dish (spray with non stick spray) add in croissants, ham, cheese and chives. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, honey, mustard and salt and pepper.
Pour the egg mixture over the bake and press down with a fork. Cover with foil and bake for approximately 50 min. This is such a great family recipe and feeds a good amount of people. So before ya come for me with how much cheese is used ( remember that!
#easyrecipe #breakfastfordinner #recipereels...

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Jan 12

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Comment “FEATHERS” and I’ll dm you the details for this cute sweater and my fave wide leg jeans. Who doesn’t love a little bit of feathers? This lightweight sweater is 40% off and I’m wearing it with my FAVORITE wide leg jeans (have them in 5 washes and they are under $60)!https://liketk.it/5LzeC #ltksalealert #ltkmomlife #ltkootd

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Jan 10

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Who has already started #springcleaning in January 🤣 I don’t know what it is, but as soon as I put all the Christmas Decor away, I have the urge to get rid of things and clean. We currently have a dumpster in front of our house that I decided go get on a whim 😅

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Jan 8

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Comment “LBD” and I’ll send ya the details on the perfect date night #littleblackdress and it’s 30% off! I’ve added some of my other favorites too! #lbdhttps://liketk.it/5KAXd #ltksalealert #ltkover40 #ltkootd

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Jan 4

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And just like that, it’s like Christmas didn’t even happen. 🙈 House is clean, kids go back to school tomorrow and the crazy schedule begins yet again. #blueandwhiteforever

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Jan 1

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Happy New Year from the Wagners. This picture has sort of become a tradition over the last 4 years. Just got home from an epic @sanjosesharks game, ate pizza and now its on to eating cake for Nicky’s birthday! #nye #familytime #newyearseve

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Dec 31

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Charlie will do anything for leftover salmon bits from dinner 🤣 We taught him how to stand and now how to “walk”. #minidachshund #minidoxies #dachshund #funnydog

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Dec 30

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I’m slowly starting to put the decorations away. However, I’ve left this room alone….for now…. #tistheseason #happyholidays

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Dec 29

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Twirling into the #newyear

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Dec 28

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SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! This was a big hit last year so I wanted to share it again! These brie and cranberry puff pastry bites are SO EASY to make and a crowd pleaser for that Holiday gathering.•mini muffin pan•store bought puff pastry•brie cheese•cranberry sauce•fresh rosemaryPreheat your oven to 425. Do not put these in until your oven is preheated! Place squares of puff pastry into the muffin pan, followed by cubes of brie cheese and a scoop of cranberry sauce. Bake for 10 min and add rosemary sprigs for garnish. It’s that easy!!! #easyrecipes #holidayrecipes

SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! This was a big hit last year so I wanted to share it again! These brie and cranberry puff pastry bites are SO EASY to make and a crowd pleaser for that Holiday gathering.
•mini muffin pan
•store bought puff pastry
•brie cheese
•cranberry sauce
•fresh rosemary
Preheat your oven to 425. Do not put these in until your oven is preheated! Place squares of puff pastry into the muffin pan, followed by cubes of brie cheese and a scoop of cranberry sauce. Bake for 10 min and add rosemary sprigs for garnish. It’s that easy!!! #easyrecipes #holidayrecipes...

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Dec 27

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Comment “BLACKWATCH” and I’ll send ya the deets directly to your inbox! Can’t go wrong with a little #blackwatchtartan during the holiday season! Plus, it’s on sale! #momstyle #holidaystylehttps://liketk.it/5IaMC

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Dec 23

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There’s still time to get this puuurdy green dress before the Holidays! Comment GREEN DRESS below to receive a DM with the link! https://liketk.it/5Hx9U #ltkootd #ltkseasonal #ltkholiday

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Dec 21

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A glimpse at the kids loft tree. This is the one they decorate by themselves and have free reign. We call it the food tree….it matches our retro fridge in the background 🤣

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Dec 21

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Comment “VELVET” and I’ll send you this look! My #datenightoutfit tonight….can’t go wrong with some velvet and denim! This cute strapless top can be dressed up or down! I’m wearing it with some Levi’s wide leg jeans…my current go to….https://liketk.it/5H8yO #ltkootd #ltkholiday #ltkfindsunder100 #datenight #velvet #datenightout #momstyle #holidaystyle

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Dec 20

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SAVE THIS RECIPE! These Ham and Gruyere Hand Pies are SO SIMPLE to make and DELICIOUS 🙌🏻 These make for a fun brunch/lunch idea and will be loved by all. You can also make in batches and reheat for later! You can even use that leftover ham from the holidays to make these too!•preheat oven 400 (this will bake for 15-20 min)•puff pastry cut into 12 equal sizes•leftover Holiday ham for the win•gruyere cheese (Swiss or brie work too)•Dijon mustard•egg brushes on the topMake sure to use your fork around the edges to push the two pieces of pastry together for when it cooks. Cut a few small knife holes in the top to prevent bubbling. Enjoy! #handpie #puffpastry #puffpastryrecipes #forthoveofmeat

SAVE THIS RECIPE! These Ham and Gruyere Hand Pies are SO SIMPLE to make and DELICIOUS 🙌🏻 These make for a fun brunch/lunch idea and will be loved by all. You can also make in batches and reheat for later! You can even use that leftover ham from the holidays to make these too!
•preheat oven 400 (this will bake for 15-20 min)
•puff pastry cut into 12 equal sizes
•leftover Holiday ham for the win
•gruyere cheese (Swiss or brie work too)
•Dijon mustard
•egg brushes on the top

Make sure to use your fork around the edges to push the two pieces of pastry together for when it cooks. Cut a few small knife holes in the top to prevent bubbling. Enjoy! #handpie #puffpastry #puffpastryrecipes #forthoveofmeat...

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Dec 18

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Love me some #christmasplaid 🎄

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Dec 17

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How many dogs do you see…..🐾#blueandwhite #blueandwhitechristmas #blueandwhiteforever #blueandwhitedecor #dachshund #minidachshund #dappledoxie #dachshundlife

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