WTwo weeks ago we officially closed the door on our Seattle home where we lived for six meaningful years. That house served us well: it was a place for family gatherings, a refuge through both challenges and celebrations, and a setting for unexpected blessings as we turned the page to a new chapter. As we … Read more

Southern Living Spring Decorating From January through April we see many ideas for decorating around Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter — hearts, clovers and bunnies are everywhere. Those themed decorations are charming, but what if you don’t enjoy overt holiday motifs or it’s past Valentine’s Day and still too early for full-on Easter … Read more

Looking for an easy way to hang curtains in a rental? This tutorial will help! Hi friends, it’s Courtney. Today I’m sharing a simple, renter-friendly tutorial for hanging curtains using Command hooks. We recently moved into a rental townhouse and wanted a quick, damage-free solution to add window coverings while we wait for the landlord’s … Read more

I get asked often about how to hang plates on the wall, and since I keep collecting and displaying more, here’s an updated, practical guide on my preferred method. Over the years I’ve tried several approaches, and the best solution I’ve found for most plates and shallow bowls are adhesive plate hangers paired with small … Read more

Mother’s Day surprised me this year, so I’ve gathered a thoughtful collection of gift ideas I love — many of which I own myself. There’s still time to get these before Mother’s Day, and they also make lovely presents for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to treat yourself. Below you’ll find book recommendations and a curated … Read more

TThis small white cottage, with its green door and classic shutters, caught my eye on Country Living this week. The stone chimney added the perfect finishing touch. I’m always drawn to cozy, simple cottages that feel both timeless and welcoming. If you enjoy house tours, I thought you might like a quick look inside this … Read more

YYou know how some homes feel warm and inviting and you just want to stay awhile? That cozy feeling can come from thoughtful design, but more often it’s created by the attitude you bring and the atmosphere you cultivate. Small, intentional changes can transform your home starting today—often with little or no cost. If you’d … Read more

This post is in partnership with Wayfair Spring has arrived, and I felt the familiar urge to refresh the house. A bit of spring cleaning, light rearranging, and small, joyful touches can make the season feel new again. On the first day of spring my daughter and grandson came over and we spent the day … Read more

It had been a while since I refreshed this side of our entry hall, but with fall in full swing I wanted to add something new. I created a cozy, functional update and I’m excited to share my fall entry makeover with you. This fall entry inspiration post is in partnership with Walmart Last week … Read more

One of the things we appreciated when house hunting in Seattle was the flexibility the home offered. Although the main floor is fairly modest at about 1500 square feet, the finished basement, attached garage and a generous backyard create a lot of possibilities for expanded living and working spaces. From the start we’ve imagined multiple … Read more