Southern Living Festive Hot Seasonal Drinks Some time ago I shared my cranberry spiced cider recipe, and I’m glad many of you tried it. My husband and I love settling in with warm, cozy drinks when the weather turns cold. One of our favorite indulgences is adding Bailey’s Irish Cream to a hot beverage—delicious and … Read more

Annie Schlechter via Martha Stewart It’s been a while since I updated you on my kitchen plans, so today I’m sharing our refined and finally firmer direction. I’m thrilled to feel settled and ready to move forward with the project. Walking through the possibilities and letting ideas settle helped clarify what felt right. As I’ve … Read more

Styling a coffee table can be tricky. You want the surface to feel intentional rather than cluttered, yet it’s nice to add a few attractive pieces that enhance a room’s ambience. A coffee table often becomes a focal point, so treat it as an opportunity to express style and personality. Avoid decorating every table in … Read more

I’ve always imagined myself living the relaxed, coastal life of Nantucket, even though I’ve never actually been there. There’s something about the island’s quiet charm and classic New England architecture that feels like home in my mind. If I were lucky enough to live in a house like this, evenings would be calm and restorative. … Read more

Let’s catch up. As the new year begins, I want to pause and say thank you for your continued support and friendship. Your comments and visits here and on social media mean a great deal. Even the brief “me too” replies or quick updates about your projects are a welcome reminder that there’s someone reading … Read more

It’s been a busy week here, which is why there haven’t been many blog posts. Yesterday I published a new article, “How to Choose Art for Your Home + Favorite Art Sources,” where I share the painting I recently hung in my kitchen and several other pieces I ordered. If you missed it, be sure … Read more

Sources: Blue Range Stove (mine is the 30 inch in Blue Gray / Grey) // Marble Tray // Footed Resin Marble Looking Tray // Hot Water Kettle (color options) // Amber Votive Holder with Battery Votives // more sources here Now that our English-inspired cottage kitchen is finished, we’re ready to begin making Christmas memories … Read more

SI’ve always been smitten with old, charming houses — especially their kitchens and bathrooms. I adore classic details: white porcelain sinks, pretty faucets, interesting lighting, subway tile, plaster or wood walls, and unique ceilings. It’s the small details that make these rooms feel special. That said, I’m learning to appreciate the benefits of a newer … Read more

Farmhouse Entry by Roxbury Architects & Building Designers Haver & Skolnick LLC Architects HHappy Monday! This morning I woke with my window open and felt that crisp edge to the air that means fall is coming. I love this season — the cooler mornings, the return of rain in the Northwest (which we need), and … Read more

@number131 Our kitchen remodel is almost finished, and one of the small joys I’m looking forward to is no longer cooking in the bathroom. It sounds funny, but having rooms serve their intended purpose again feels so satisfying. Along with that, we’ll gain a “new” bathroom when my parents move into their tiny cottage. We … Read more