pallet garden Last summer I painted a wooden pallet to serve as a privacy screen for my not-so-private deck. I attached a few French garden buckets filled with end-of-season annuals and hung them on the pallet to create a small-space hanging garden. It was a nice first attempt, but I kept thinking about adding even … Read more
1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 It wouldn’t feel like fall at home without filling the rooms with the season’s comforting scents. I admit, I enjoy wandering candle aisles and smelling each one—sometimes at the expense of the sales clerk’s patience. There’s something indulgent about sampling every fragrance until you find the … Read more
It can be difficult to stay patient when tackling home projects, especially with the pressure of online inspiration. Social media shortens everything into bite-sized highlight reels, making other people’s makeovers look like they happen overnight. That contrast can make your own progress feel slow—even compared to small daily decisions like what to have for breakfast. … Read more
My last kitchen in BHG Happy Friday! The last time you glimpsed my kitchen it was when I shared the arches. Since then I’ve been waiting for a surprise feature—the round window—to be installed. Of course, no project at my house is without a few hiccups, so the window somehow went missing in transit. Luckily … Read more
The promise of several bright, sunny days in a row The first delicate spring flowers pushing up through the soil Waking to the cheerful songs of birds outside the window Watching rain fall while sunlight filters through the clouds Sweeping away last season’s dead leaves from the front porch Cleaning out garden beds and refreshing … Read more
My home is not always spotless. I tackle one task only to see several others slip, and new projects quickly join the list. Life feels busy and full; sometimes it’s stressful or chaotic. I get frazzled and distracted at times, yet despite the mess and interruptions, there are always blessings to notice and appreciate. Creating … Read more
Please welcome my guest today, Katie from Making This Home! BBigger is supposed to be better. That’s the message we often hear: a better life means a bigger house, a bigger car and, above all, a much larger kitchen. I’m learning that bigger doesn’t always make life better. This is my kitchen: It’s the smallest … Read more
HHello again, friends! I’m Michaela, back this month with an entertaining post full of spring inspiration. Today I’m sharing a simple spring flower arrangement and a delicious fruit tart recipe that’s perfect for Easter brunch or any seasonal gathering. Let’s begin with the floral arrangement. Flowers I used: Roses from my garden, lisianthus, ranunculus. Step … Read more
in partnership with Tommy Hilfiger I don’t love cold weather itself, but I do love what winter encourages: slowing down, getting cozy, and enjoying the comforts of home. A truly cozy home makes me happiest. Give me a warm blanket, a steaming cup of coffee, a spot to curl up with my feet propped, a … Read more
Click here for above sources Best Cozy Fall Decor Finds Each year we put together a thoughtfully curated Cozy Fall Shop filled with charming, comfortable pieces to make your home feel warm and inviting. New items are added throughout the season, so it’s worth checking back often as we update the collection with fresh finds … Read more