Craftsman

Winnetka Heights Has a Craftsman That Can Help Offset That Mortgage

By Karen Eubank / May 23, 2026 /

Becoming a homeowner is challenging today. So when I find a home with a built-in way to offset the mortgage, you can bet I’m going to share it with you. Voilà! This adorable Winnetka Heights Craftsman bungalow has a fantastic guest house with a kitchen, bedroom, and a terrific balcony overlooking the backyard. It’s rare…

New Swag Takes Fort Worth’s Annual Fairmount Home Tour to the Next Level

By Joy Donovan / May 1, 2026 /

Fairmount’s annual home tour has officially entered its “we’ve arrived” era. What began decades ago as a proud neighborhood walkabout now draws crowds big enough to justify its own merch. Yes, Fairmount National Historic District’s home tour has swag: a new Fairmount flag, t-shirts, tote bags, stickers, and the always-popular posters. To home tour fans,…

This Fairmount Craftsman Bungalow Is Both Lovely and Lavender

By Joy Donovan / April 10, 2026 /

As a CandysDirt.com writer, I have been known to write more than once about the glorious white houses. As a homeowner, I also have been known to paint houses white — two so far. Why? They’re crisp and clean. They stand out from the landscape. They glow in the summer sun. They gleam at dusk.…

Fort Worth House Builds its Own Tradition in Arlington Heights Neighborhood

By Joy Donovan / March 13, 2026 /

Hey, here’s a house that stands out. While most of the houses in the 76107 ZIP Code show off all their 60-to-80-year-old charm, the house on the market at 5630 Birchman Ave. in Fort Worth is a mere puppy of a house, only 10 years old, compared to the older ones surrounding. Yes, this house…

You Can Be World Cup-Ready With This Vickery Place Craftsman

By Karen Eubank / January 17, 2026 /

What’s the best thing to buy when a once-in-a-lifetime sporting event comes to town? This adorable Vickery Place Craftsman with a guest house! Why? Because you might just make back a few mortgage payments by renting it to visitors, vendors, or broadcasters. Hotels, short-term rentals, restaurants, and retail establishments are all poised to make some…