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Praise be! The first official day of spring is this Sunday, and I felt inspired to add a few fresh things to my home from Target. This isn’t sponsored—I just needed a little affordable online shopping therapy and wanted to share a few finds that brought instant spring cheer. At the start of every season … Read more

Ever since my daughter Courtney moved into her new place last year, we’ve talked about how much nicer her laundry area could be with a few smart additions. Though her laundry “room” is really just a small closet with louvered doors, she’s fortunate to have an in-unit washer and dryer—so we wanted to make the … Read more

As we enjoy the final days of the holidays with family, I wanted to share a roundup of some favorite projects and blog posts from 2019. I’m excited for 2020 — it promises to be a creative and productive year for our home. Over the past four years we’ve been gradually transforming this 1950s rambler … Read more

It’s a joy to celebrate the small, cozy pleasures each season brings. A steaming mug of hot chocolate topped with shaped marshmallows, or a tiny gingerbread house sitting on the rim—these little details turn an ordinary moment into something memorable. Whether you’re planning a hot cocoa and movie night with the kids or grandkids, inviting … Read more

If you missed part one of our story about the decision to move, catch up HERE. We are so excited! It’s been a whirlwind getting our house ready for sale, and we’re thrilled to begin this next chapter in a new home. I can’t wait to share more with you. At the end of part … Read more

Today is a very good day. So good that I’m posting twice! Seven years ago this July I started a blog — alone in my room, learning as I went. I didn’t know how to begin, what to post, or how blogs were “supposed” to look. I had no strategy, no social media plan, no … Read more

I receive many remodeling questions from readers, so I wanted to share practical tips to help you redesign a kitchen with confidence. 1) Take your time. Look for inspiration in photos and showrooms, but avoid rushing into major decisions on impulse. Some ideas are easy to change, while others—like a bold paint color or a … Read more

Hi friends — happy June! I’ve been having a great time planning my new kitchen. The process has been slow at times, waiting on contractors and decisions, but I absolutely love kitchen design. I’m not a professional kitchen designer; I’m simply passionate about remodeling and collecting the best ideas for kitchens. Truth be told, I’ve … Read more

In a previous post I wrote about creating both function and beauty in the home. I enjoy the process of shaping a lived-in, orderly space because our surroundings influence daily family life — how we feel, how smoothly tasks go, and how comfortable we are welcoming others into our home. Good design, to me, isn’t … Read more