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

Thank you to One King’s Lane for sponsoring today’s post! I love, love, love puttering around the house. Styling a coffee table is a simple, rewarding way to refresh a room. Mixing different accessories — books, trays, vases, textured objects, and a touch of greenery — feels therapeutic and low-risk. Nothing is permanent, so you … Read more

Below is a curated selection of charming Mother’s Day cards to inspire your gift-giving. These designs range from sweet and sentimental to playful and modern—perfect for saying “thank you” to the moms and mother figures in your life. 1. I Love You Mom — a heartfelt, classic message for the special woman who raised you. … Read more

Country Living Need more space? If you’re short on room, consider using fewer chairs and more benches. Benches are versatile, practical, and easy to move. They can serve many functions throughout the home and often take up less visual and physical space than individual chairs. BHG Because they can seat two or three people side … Read more

Target’s new spring decor is overflowing with charm, and we’re loving the fresh pieces that have just arrived. With about 70 days until spring, these finds are a great way to start refreshing your home. Below are a few mood boards featuring pieces that stood out to us—take a look and get inspired! Click here … Read more

Sarah Richardson Design – via HGTV Yesterday I shared plans for one of my upcoming renovation projects: moving our master bedroom to the opposite side of the house and installing French doors that open onto the side patio. If you missed that post, you can view it to catch up and see the original inspiration … Read more

Ever since that one weekend when tidying the family room turned into buying a new ottoman and rearranging the furniture, I’ve been making small tweaks to the space. Not deep cleaning—just adjustments that make the room feel better. When I first mentioned the tufted ottoman, I said I had rearranged things but forgot to come … Read more

Greetings, friends! It’s been a while since I shared phone and Instagram snaps in a Life Lately update, so today I’m catching up and inviting you into our home with some behind-the-scenes photos. We had family here for Thanksgiving, so life has been full and delightfully chaotic. Between work, home projects, family members and a … Read more

Home Office in a Closet: Country Living It feels great to have an organized home, yet paperwork, kids’ school papers and bills can quickly take over. I’m still setting up organization systems in our new, smaller house, so I’m focusing on creative storage solutions that make the most of limited space. When you move from … Read more

With Mother’s Day approaching, a sentimental gift is always a lovely way to show appreciation. The challenge, of course, is deciding what to give. Jewelry from The Vintage Pearl has long been one of my favorite choices—so much so that I often treat myself to pieces from their collection. Each item feels personal and meaningful. … Read more