Caitlin Creer Interiors Being a fall lover, I adore everything cozy — and that definitely includes fireplaces. They make a room feel warm and inviting, provide a clear focal point, and are fun to style for each season. I usually decorate a mantel for spring, fall, and Christmas. This year, though, I’m skipping my fall … Read more

House Beautiful Blue & White Kitchen I love kitchens. They are my favorite room to design and the place I most enjoy being. A beautiful kitchen inspires me — countertops and cabinets, knobs and sinks, faucets and lighting all capture my attention. Whether large and luxurious or small and charming, a well-designed kitchen makes my … Read more

I receive many questions about remodeling, so here are practical, down-to-earth tips for redesigning a kitchen that will help you plan wisely and avoid common mistakes. 1) Take your time! Gather inspiration from photos and magazines, but avoid rushing into major changes based on a fleeting idea. Thoughtful planning prevents costly regrets. Even seemingly small … Read more

Decatur, Ga. Photo: Robert Rausch for The New York Times At the start of summer I shared my plan to divide our plain suburban backyard into distinct zones to guide a landscaping plan. Back then I had only begun planting in what will become a small secret garden for the girls, and I’d done a … Read more

Spring Flowers for the Front Porch This Saturday I’m hosting a garden party at the Home Depot! If you are in the Seattle area, I hope you’ll come by and say hi. I’ll be there along with Chef Amy Pennington and garden expert Teena Spindler, and hopefully my girls and maybe Bella the pup, too. … Read more

MMoving is always tough and takes more out of me than I expect—especially when remodeling is involved. Our family has relocated many times, and every move I promise it will be the last. If I had to name my ultimate dream for a home, it would be one I could live in forever. In the … Read more

I’m delighted to present the newest Cottage by the Sea Dreambook: A Coastal Grandma Summer. This summer edition of the If I Lived in a Cottage by the Sea Dreambooks is full of gentle inspiration and timeless coastal charm. Our Dreambooks are designed as a lovely escape for anyone who embraces the coastal-grandma aesthetic—whether that’s … Read more

Have you ever purchased scented pinecones from a store? I used to buy them every year until I discovered that some synthetic fragrances made me feel unwell. Scents can be comforting and uplifting when they are natural and non-toxic. Making your own DIY scented pinecones is simple, affordable, and allows you to control the ingredients. … Read more

This post is created in partnership with Walmart Hi friends! Thank you so much for all your kind messages — your support means the world to our family as we settle into this new home. Many of you have followed along for years, and I’m so grateful. If I could, I’d invite every one of … Read more

He’s here! Meet Forrest — our newest family blessing. My heart is overflowing at his sweetness. We’re so grateful that he is healthy, and I feel honored to be a Grammie to this precious little boy. Mama Courtney and Daddy are doing well, and everyone is settling in happily. Thank you for your prayers, kind … Read more