As we enjoy the final days of the holidays with family, I wanted to share a roundup of some favorite projects and blog posts from 2019.
I’m excited for 2020 — it promises to be a creative and productive year for our home. Over the past four years we’ve been gradually transforming this 1950s rambler into a modern coastal-style home. Although we’ve made significant progress, it still feels like we’re just beginning the most fun phases of the journey.
We have many changes, plans, and projects lined up for the coming months. If you aren’t already subscribed, enter your email in the sidebar under “send to your inbox” so you won’t miss future posts.
Meanwhile, enjoy this look back at highlights from 2019 for inspiration, ideas, and a few practical how-tos.
Thank you for being here. Your encouragement and comments make sharing our home and ideas so rewarding. I read every comment and email and love hearing that these ideas help you feel more content in your own home.
Our Home Projects + Makeovers:
Our New Fireplace Insert Reveal
Hall Cabinet Makeover with Battery-Operated Library Lights and Removable Wallpaper
Changing a Square Door to an Arch: Before & Afters
Our New White Gate
Our New Linen Slipcovered Sofa in the Living Room
Use-What-You-Have Home Office Update + Painted Wood Shutters
Living Room Game Table
Fall Entry Makeover
White Picket Garden Gates + Autumn Hydrangeas
New Hallway Art + Home Style Saturdays
Winter Dining Room + Festive Tablescape
Summer House: Dining + Guest Room Update
Spring in Our Outdoor Oasis: Side Patio Refresh
DIYs
DIY Coffee Mug Herb Garden
DIY Terrarium Diffuser
Signature Home Scents: DIY Lavender Vanilla + Lime Linen Spray
Diffuser Blends
Cozy Diffuser Blends + Why I Gave Up Candles
Anthropologie-Inspired Diffuser Recipes
Home Decor Inspiration:
10 Small Space Decorating Mistakes
5 Budget-Friendly Design Takeaway Tips
How to Add Cottage Character to Your Home Over Time
7 Reasons You Don’t Love Your Bedroom (+ How to Fix It)
How to Spark Joy with Your Decorating Style
Round-up of My Best Kitchen Design Tips
How to Make Your Home Feel Warm and Cozy
Create Your Happy Place at Home
A HomeBody Manifesto
Courtney’s Seattle Studio Apartment Tour
10 Tricks for Budget-Friendly Decorating
8 Important Things That Might Be Missing from Your Home Decor
Easy Tip to Cozy Up Your Kitchen This Winter
White Slipcovered Sofa FAQ
5 Ways to Bring Cozy Hygge to Your Home
Tour a Dreamy Beach House in Seabrook
Cozy Beach House: Get the Look
Outdoor Cushion + Rug Care: Patio FAQ
11 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Sofa (+ My Favorites)
Kitchen Remodel Tip: Panel-Ready Dishwasher
10 Gadgets That Make Our Life Better
A Home That Tells Your Heart’s Story
A Hygge Home by the Sea
Organization and Cleaning Posts:
9 Clever Organizers to Tidy Your Home
DIY: A Free-Standing Cabinet Command Center
How to Clean a White Sink: 3 Secrets Without Harsh Chemicals
My Best Secret for Making Cleaning Spark Joy
Happy Drawers: Simple Organizing Ideas
Small Space Tips and Stylish Seasonal Storage
How to Create a Cozy Sips Station + Mug Roundup
Decorating Blogger Q&A and New Book: But Where Do I Put the Couch?
Habits + Daily Routines:
The Best Way to Start Your Day
4 Ways to Create a Life-Changing Restful Nightly Ritual
4 Ways to Wake Up on the Right Side of the Bed
Wellness + Life Encouragement:
Dwelling Well Journal + Health Update
How to Have a Happier Home
Why Dwelling Is the Most Important Book I’ve Written
Feel Well Where You Dwell
12 Ways to Slow Down and Savor Life + Free Watercolor Quote Printables
A Simple Life in 2019: Lessons from Jack
Join The Inspired Room Community (free group)
Empty Nester Posts:
As Seasons Change
Serendipity and Dream Home Dwellers
Dwelling: The Heart of the Homemaker
Seasons Change: Life Lately
Life + Home:
Using My Instant Pot for the First Time
Our Favorite Family Board Games