I was going through old photos this weekend and found pictures of my 2007 Christmas dining room from our English Tudor in Portland, Oregon. It’s always a joy to look back at holidays past and notice how our decorating style changes over the years. The dining room in that house was impressively large. There was … Read more

Hello friends — how are you doing? We’re getting by here and trying to make the most of these unusual days. It will take time to find a new rhythm. As someone who has worked from home for years, being at home full-time is familiar, but these circumstances feel different. Still, we can create small … Read more

Southern Living 2010 Louisiana Idea House That couch is begging for a nap. Deep velvet, plush cushions, and an inviting silhouette — it’s the kind of sofa that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and a book. As the seasons change, I find myself daydreaming about swapping my usual white slipcovers for … Read more

1. World Market 2. (Similar) 3. West Elm 4. Barn Light Electric 5. High Street Market 6. House of Antique Hardware 7. High Street Market 8. Anthropologie 9. High Street Market Gather is a regular column by contributor Courtney Michaels, sharing thoughtful design inspiration curated from around the web. The following curated selections showcase a … Read more

Happy New Year! I was recently invited by Samsung to prepare a Club des Chefs recipe by Eric Frechon, a celebrated three-Michelin-star chef. I’ll admit I felt a little intimidated, but when I learned the recipe was for a chocolate tart I couldn’t wait to try it—because who can resist chocolate? My daughters and I … Read more

Ready for some weekend home style inspiration? Today I was honored to join a virtual blogger event called Home Style Saturdays. Each Saturday, five bloggers gather to share favorite projects and ideas with their communities. I was excited to be included and to share my spring patio refresh. It was a lovely way to connect … Read more

House Beautiful Do you ever come across an inspiration photo and think, that’s exactly how I want my home to feel? Even when the room in the photo looks nothing like your house? Asking for a friend, of course. I do this all the time. I’m drawn to images that capture a mood or atmosphere, … Read more

Welcome, welcome! Come on in—I’m excited to join this Farmhouse Holiday Fall Dining Room tour as a special guest. The invitation inspired me to style my dining room for fall, and I’ve been enjoying the seasonal nesting spirit. I’ve even begun an annual fall nesting series if you’re curious. Make yourself at home. Our space … Read more

Get Your Copy of Simple Organizing! Amazon or Barnes and Noble /// Hall Details I’m excited to celebrate the launch of my book Simple Organizing and to kick off the Simple Organizing Clutter Confessions Blog Tour. Over the next few days a group of blogging friends will share honest looks at clutter in their homes. … Read more

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Iam thrilled to announce my brand new book, a project very close to my heart. For several years I’ve focused on streamlining and simplifying my life, developing habits that support a more organized home. I learned that holding on to too much of the wrong stuff affected how … Read more