Free Meal Planning Template + 3 Ways It Will Improve Your Life

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Stoneware Crock Today I’m sharing a free meal-planning download and practical tips to help you see how meal planning can improve your life this fall. What do you like to eat when the weather cools? I love soup and could eat it every day through the season, especially when there’s variety—using leftovers, pantry staples, or … Read more

Weekend Home Style Ideas: Cozy Decorating Tips & Trends

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It’s Home Style Saturdays again! We’ve enjoyed the nicest weather in Seattle this week, taking walks and soaking up the sunshine. I always love passing this pretty blue house in every season — its view of the Puget Sound is especially lovely. Did you catch the post featuring the most adorable festive holiday treats that … Read more

Top 10 Organization Ideas from 2013 You’ll Want to Try

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As 2013 comes to a close, I’m sharing a roundup of some of the most popular organizing posts from The Inspired Room. Here are 10 favorite organizing posts from 2013 (in no particular order). These articles offer practical tips and simple systems to help you bring order to every corner of your home. Enjoy and … Read more

Weekend Art Inspiration: Creative Projects to Spark Your Imagination

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Weekend Inspiration The sofa is charming and full of character, and the overall look is playful and quirky. One of my favorite simple art ideas is to think beyond traditional pieces and use colorful catalog pages as framed artwork. It’s an easy, low-cost way to add vibrant pattern and personality to a room. The bright, … Read more

4 Smart Ways to Organize Your Kitchen for More Space and Flow

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The kitchen is the heart of the home — where families gather, cook, and make memories. When the space is cluttered or disorganized, daily routines become more stressful and time-consuming. With thoughtful systems and a few simple habits, you can transform the kitchen into an organized, easy-to-maintain space that supports the whole household. Here are … Read more

Join Us for the 3rd Annual Fall Nesting Party — RSVP Now

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YOU my lovelies, are invited to my third annual Fall Nesting Party! I’m so excited to share this with you. This year we’ll gather on Wednesday, September 8th to share posts that will inspire everyone for the upcoming season. If you’re not ready yet, that’s perfectly fine — I’m announcing early so you have time … Read more

Bathroom Makeover: Painted Vanity and Decorative Wall Stencil Ideas

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I appreciate all the kind comments about the recent simple makeovers around our home. Today I’m following up on the bathroom reveal to answer several specific questions readers asked. If you missed the full reveal with all the makeover details, you can see that here. Many readers asked about the vanity and the stencil, so … Read more

Spring Gardening Tips + Invitation to a Seattle Garden Party

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I have an invite for locals to The Home Depot for a garden party at the end of this post so be sure to check it out! I had a productive weekend getting started on projects in my backyard. Friends from church came over to help with winter clean-up and to prep the area where … Read more

Ballard Designs Furniture Sale — Top Picks & Savings Today

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White Spindle Leg Chest of Drawers Lately I’ve been thinking about the furnishings I want for our home and hunting for inspiration led me to Ballard Designs. They’re having a sale right now—25% off sitewide—and I found so many beautiful, timeless pieces I would love to have. This post shares some favorites I’ve collected; it’s … Read more

7 Essentials You’ll Want for Your First Apartment

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Sponsored by Ross Dress for Less Moving into your first home is a milestone you don’t forget. The whole experience is new and exciting, but an empty apartment or house can also feel overwhelming. When you’re starting from scratch and want your place to feel like home right away, it helps to focus on a … Read more