Friends, I’m thrilled to share something special on The Inspired Room. After more than eight years of blogging I’ve met so many kind, creative people. It’s been an unexpected blessing to form friendships online—so far, no serial killers—just lovely, generous people who inspire me every day.
I’ve met many of these readers and bloggers in person and have connected with many more through comments, social media, and our free community site Home Love Stories. Whether you blog or simply follow along, your encouragement means the world.
To celebrate the upcoming launch of my book, many friends have joined me to showcase an “inspired room” from their homes and to help spread the word. Their contributions are heartfelt and genuine — each post includes photos and personal stories that show how rooms evolve and become meaningful. I’ll be sharing more tours over the next few weeks and I hope you’ll enjoy visiting these talented bloggers and their spaces.
Wicks Nest
Kristy is warm and encouraging—you can feel it in her posts and comments. She recently shared a man-cave office she’s creating for her husband. It’s still a work in progress but already full of thoughtful details. He’s a lucky guy; go see how it’s coming together!
Michaela Noelle Designs
Michaela contributes to The Inspired Room and is a creative force behind The Bloom Workshop. She recently moved to Michigan and now works as an interior designer. Her dining room is charming—full of style and personality. If you love thoughtful design, take a look at her tour.
Fox Hollow Cottage
Shannon shares the evolution of a room and how her fireplace changed over time. Her post is a great example of how a space can be updated gradually into an inviting, personal room.
At the Picket Fence
Vanessa’s mantel story shows how she embraced a space through each season, even before it felt perfect. Her willingness to enjoy the present inspired me—take a look at how the mantel evolved into something beautiful.
Reluctant Entertainer
Sandy is a dear friend I met through blogging. Her backyard and outdoor spaces are enchanting, and she shared a fall tablescape using grocery-store flowers that’s both approachable and lovely.
Southern Hospitality
Rhoda and I go back to 2007—it’s been a long, lovely friendship. She shared her favorite outdoor space, a charming screened porch that feels like a natural extension of the home. Her posts always highlight warmth and creativity.
Bliss at Home
Kristin and I met recently at a Better Homes and Gardens event and instantly connected. Her living room is a stunning example of layered style and thoughtful design—you’ll want to see how she pulled it all together.
City Farmhouse
Jen’s home, with its water views and welcoming living room, is a cozy retreat. Her space balances light and comfort in a way that makes you want to curl up by the fire. Take a look at the full tour for more inspiration.
Craftberry Bush
Lucy’s home is serene and calming—inviting a quiet, reflective visit. Her spaces are beautiful yet lived-in, and her posts mix design with personality and humor.
Eleven Gables
Emily’s home is full of charm and personality. Her post traces the evolution of her kitchen and family room—perfect examples of how thoughtful changes can shape a warm, functional home.
Fieldstone Hill
Darlene’s home feels storybook-perfect. Her post titled “keeping it real” mixes beautiful rooms with honest, funny stories about life at home—delightful and relatable.
Finding Home Farms
Laura transformed her kitchen into a gathering place where memories are made. Her post shares the stories behind that transformation and how the space supports family life.
Below is a list of bloggers joining ‘The Inspired Room Tour’—each one sharing a favorite space and a personal perspective:
Isn’t this fun? I longed to create a tour like this for years, but there are so many wonderful bloggers it felt impossible to choose. Instead of narrowing the list, I invited friends to start the tour and opened it up so anyone who wants to participate can join.
To celebrate the book launch of The Inspired Room coffee table book, I invite you to share your inspired room. Tell how your favorite room inspires you, how it evolved, or share the real-life stories behind it. Not a blogger? Join Home Love Stories and post your tour there.
As a small thank you, anyone who participates can enter a giveaway with a grand prize of a $300 Anthropologie gift card; runners-up will receive my favorite copper mugs. To enter, submit the URL of your post using the form provided on the tour site. Posts can appear on a blog, a video platform, or Home Love Stories—details and official terms are posted with the entry form.
Thank you for your support and for helping celebrate the launch of The Inspired Room. Your posts, reviews, and kind words mean so much.
Here is the book page if you’d like to order a copy or view the book trailer.