Pottery Barn IIf you missed it earlier, I posted a quick update about my fireplace mantel and family room a few hours ago. That post explains why I’m skipping a fall mantel this year. It’s hard to let it go—I love a good fall mantel—but this choice is part of a larger update and progress … Read more

Traditional Hall by Washington Architects & Designers Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc . . . Yes, please. Centered above is a simple, elegant image that captures a moment of warm, inviting design. The composition and color palette suggest a focus on comfort and classic styling updated with modern touches. This space hints at a timeless approach—clean … Read more

Do you ever feel unsure or overwhelmed about where to start when pulling your home together? I’ve been there. Real life decorating is different from TV makeovers; most of us don’t have a team of stylists bringing in perfect pieces and fixing every flaw. Instead, creating a home is a gradual, thoughtful process that grows … Read more

Style by Emily Henderson I love string lights all year, but outdoor string lights at dusk in the summer have a special magic. They give patios and backyards a soft, festive glow that instantly makes evenings feel cozier. Often when I’m shopping locally for event lighting I find only one remaining strand or a style … Read more

BHG – Refresh Cabinet Doors 1. Create Fresh Looks with Molding If you want more value from your cabinetry without replacing it, add molding to the cabinet doors, glue it in place and paint. A well-chosen molding profile instantly upgrades plain doors and gives them a custom, high-end appearance for a fraction of the cost … Read more

I have had four kids fly the coop in the last two weeks—everyone is leaving for college or moving into their own places. I miss them, of course, but I’m also excited. Finally I can reclaim space and get organized. With five kids in the house all summer, things felt chaotic. Now I’m ready to … Read more

It’s Fall Nesting party time! Have a fall project, a room refreshed for the season, or your own fall series to share? I’d love to see it. Start here: the first post of the 31 Days of Falling For Fall series. Find fresh fall decor ideas, seasonal styling tips, and small projects to make your … Read more

This post is in partnership with Wayfair Today I’m sharing our small deck makeover for summer. It turned out so cute — we absolutely love it! You might recall that I mentioned this deck as one of my upcoming projects in the spring. A week or so ago my husband was inspired to paint the … Read more

Today I’m sharing six practical tips for organizing under the sink so everything has a proper place and is easy to find. For a long time, tackling the space under the sink was on my “a place for everything and everything in its place” list. I’m glad I finally addressed it and created a system … Read more

In our previous home we had two baby grands — one in the living room and one in the dining room. One of them was a player piano, so even when no one was available to play, we could press a button and the house would be filled with music. Although we no longer own … Read more