[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

Time for another Autumn Sunday drive by! I have a soft spot for fairy-tale houses, so I always enjoy spotting ones that stand apart from the cookie-cutter crowd. On a recent drive I came across this charming home on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle, with a glorious view of the city. The property surprised me … Read more

Get inspired for your home this season with a cozy autumn dining room mood board. Sources linked below This dining room invites lingering conversations and relaxed gatherings. It balances cozy textures and warm tones with subtle blue accents and a touch of bold contrast from a dark hanging lantern. The overall palette—rich browns, soft blues … Read more

Sources for above Happy New Year, friends! As we begin a fresh year, I wanted to look back at the decor pieces readers loved most from The Inspired Room in 2024. After 18 years of sharing affordable, timeless, and stylish home decor, I still love hearing from readers who find something they truly enjoy. Many … Read more

Hi everyone! Courtney here. After featuring our new striped rug yesterday, I remembered how much I love stripes. I gathered ten favorite striped finds from around the web for you—simple, stylish, and fun. Cheers to stripes! Gather is a regular round-up of design inspiration and gift ideas by Courtney Michaels, creative coordinator of The Inspired … Read more

Do you ever wish you had a personal decorator — or at least a helpful friend to answer your decorating questions? I’m excited to share a little secret with you today. My talented friend KariAnne from Thistlewood Farms and I are thrilled to announce we’re co-writing a new decorating book. It’s a practical, fun guide … Read more

Since I’ve been deep into fall nesting around the house, I decided it was time to fix a lighting gripe I’ve lived with for years. You may remember my posts about the so-called “flying goblet” lights the builder installed. One in the dining room was replaced with an outdoor lantern, and matching sconces on the … Read more

YYou may have noticed this in my side patio makeover post, but we are no longer gateless in Seattle. Creating and installing the gate was one of those projects full of hiccups and small setbacks. Like many of our side patio updates, it took far longer than expected. In fact, it took years to get … Read more

Sources: Blue Plaid Blanket // Rug // Wingback Chair // Pleated Lampshade // Faux Fern by Chair // Wall Color: Beach Glass Benjamin Moore Cozy season is almost here, and for us that means bringing out extra blankets. Below is a curated selection of cozy throw blankets I’m loving right now, plus a bit about … Read more

When I learned that my friend Karianne of Thistlewood Farms had created a new home décor book, I suspected it would be special — but the finished copy exceeded every expectation. From the moment I opened the box, I could tell this planner is a true gem for anyone who loves decorating and organizing their … Read more