Lantern Wall Light One of the first updates we typically make when moving into a new home is switching out wall or ceiling light fixtures. Replacing a few lights is an easy, cost-effective way to refresh a space, add personality, and set the tone for a home. Recently we installed a new ceiling lantern in … Read more

I want to create a healthier, happier home for my family, and I know many of you want the same. We can’t control everything, but we can make thoughtful choices about the products we bring into our homes. Recently I wrote about hidden toxins found in everyday products you might keep under the sink or … Read more

I loved this kitchen makeover featured on The Lettered Cottage. The wall bins came from Home Goods — such a useful find! The texture of succulents against white milk glass is so fresh. Nesting Place shared this lovely, budget-friendly idea. This spring makeover from A la Mode is beautiful — I especially like the twigs … Read more

Even though I enjoy adding new pieces to my home, more often I’m happiest embracing a “use what you have” approach. That idea is the reason I started this blog — to help and inspire people to find joy in their surroundings by rearranging and repurposing what they already own. A year before launching the … Read more

Navy Wingback Chair (on sale!) Hey friends! Since the start of the year I’ve been constantly rearranging furniture. Anyone else? I recently moved a piece into the dining room and plan to share more photos soon. Being home more has definitely made me notice what I want to change, but it’s also about adapting to … Read more

We bought our orange brick 1950s ranch-style house in Seattle six years ago. When I first shared the before photos, many readers had trouble picturing how this house could become the cozy, seaside-inspired home I imagined. I understood—on the surface it didn’t match my “cottage by the sea” dreams. But with time and a clear … Read more

@blesserhouse Cozy and Magical Christmas Rooms I’ve been collecting images and ideas to inspire my Christmas decorating this year. These cozy, magical rooms capture the warmth and charm I’m aiming for — soft lighting, layered textures, and thoughtful holiday accents that make a home feel welcoming and festive. Sunday Strolls + Scrolls is a series … Read more

Who doesn’t love curling up by a warm fire when the weather turns crisp? A fireplace brings instant coziness and creates an inviting atmosphere for a chilly day. But what if your favorite room doesn’t have a fireplace, or you live somewhere that never really gets cold yet you still crave that snug, firelit feeling? … Read more

Last November I decided to turn the tables and get to know you a little better. While I always enjoy hearing from you in comments, emails and on social media, I wanted to learn more about the people who read along. You already learn a lot about my home (and in my new book you’ll … Read more

I was looking for something tall to place on my buffet — a piece that would be shorter than my lamp but taller than a pitcher I might add greenery to later. I remembered the easel that came with my DaySpring message board, which I hadn’t needed after hanging the board on the wall. But … Read more