Awhile back I found a teak teacart at a local flea market. It served perfectly as a backyard ice cream and drink station for a party, and I loved that it could double as a plant stand—so it was a very useful find. A few weeks ago I decided to move the teacart up to … Read more

Home Tour Today I’m sharing a peek inside a reader’s lovely home. We all enjoy wandering through pretty spaces, and this house belongs to Martha. When she sent photos of her kitchen, I was instantly smitten—what a warm, inviting space. Since Martha doesn’t have a blog, she graciously agreed to let us tour her home … Read more

Greetings! Who needs to declutter? I certainly do. I wish I could say I decluttered once, years ago, and the excess stuff was gone for good. In reality, decluttering is an ongoing process. We pared down a lot before we moved here four years ago, but we still accumulated more items than we needed or … Read more

With our empty nest filling up again, I’m cherishing the extra time we’re spending together at home. Courtney moved back for a season a few months ago, and our freshman Luke had to return from his dorm to finish the year online because of the pandemic, so there’s been more family time than we expected. … Read more

Welcome to week four of the Spring 2016 Love Your Home Challenge. It’s been wonderful to see so many of you taking part in the daily prompts. Sometimes a small nudge is all it takes to make steady progress, and working through a challenge with others makes the process more motivating and enjoyable. There’s still … Read more

HHello, friends! Happy Saturday — I hope you’re doing well. Here are a few things that have been happening at our house lately: I’ve spent a lot of cozy hours curled up by the fireplace working on an upcoming book. I shared my daily coffee ritual on my Instagram stories and enjoyed the little ritual … Read more

Happy launch day for The Inspired Room book! I’ve enjoyed sharing my home and rooms here on The Inspired Room for the past eight years, and it’s been a true joy. Having the chance to turn this work into tangible books you can hold and display has been incredibly rewarding. This year I published two … Read more

Our annual Christmas Decor Shop 2024 is now open. Curated with a timeless aesthetic and a touch of nostalgic charm, this collection is designed to inspire warm, memorable holiday moments. Each carefully chosen piece is meant to blend classic style with playful wonder, creating a backdrop for family traditions that you’ll enjoy year after year. … Read more

When I first discovered the “By the Sea” project by Austin-based Mohon-Imber, I was instantly captivated. The house blends a dignified coastal aesthetic with playful details — think crisp white rooms, warm wood beams, and unexpected green accents on the ceiling and shutters. Those touches give the home personality without overwhelming the serene, understated palette. … Read more

“Many of our choices to bring items into our homes—things we think we need or will enjoy—often create extra clutter and stress. In our culture it’s easy to assume a new purchase will improve life, when in reality it can make things more complicated.” – Make Room for What You Love, Melissa Michaels Clutter can … Read more