So, I was catching up on some of my favorite blogs the other day and ran across a post by Young House Love about a quirky decorating idea: elephants in every room. It made me laugh because the idea felt so absurd, but it also nudged a secret I’ve been holding onto for years. … Read more

Window Seats Winter, spring, summer, or fall … how could you not love a window seat? Window seats are timeless features that bring warmth, comfort, and character to any room. They provide a cozy nook for reading, relaxing, enjoying a view, or gathering with family. Whether tucked into a kitchen, dining room, hallway, or bedroom, … Read more

Decorating a Home Looking for practical tips to decorate your home? Explore the “How to Decorate” series for straightforward guidance and inspiration. Over the years I’ve published thousands of posts about decorating on The Inspired Room. Each month, hundreds of thousands of readers visit the site to discover fresh ideas for their living spaces. Decorating … Read more

Hi! Courtney here. In my last post I shared a tour of my tiny bedroom in my sister’s townhouse and mentioned my move. Today I’m excited to show you my very first apartment in Seattle. It’s been nearly a month since I moved in and time is flying. The photos in this tour were taken … Read more

I do some pretty impressive craft projects around here. If that sounds surprising, welcome to The Inspired Room. Truth be told, I’m not naturally crafty. Still, I enjoy making simple seasonal garlands because they’re easy, affordable, and quick to assemble. They’re a lovely way to celebrate the seasons and a fun, low-pressure project to do … Read more

One of the biggest challenges for parents of young children is keeping all their belongings organized. Toys, Legos, clothes, stuffed animals and schoolwork seem to be everywhere. For such small people, kids sure accumulate a lot. I already struggled to stay organized myself, and then we had three kids. Teaching them to care for their … Read more

I love my bloggy friends. I love parties, and I love getting together with bloggy friends to celebrate. When a group of bloggers decides to party for 31 days in a row, you know it’s going to be fun and full of inspiration. Who is hosting this bloggy bash and what is it about? My … Read more

One thing I’ve missed from living in houses nearly a century old is the authentic character—real plank walls, wood paneling, wainscoting, detailed ceilings and trim. Thankfully, you can add that warmth and charm to homes of any age. That’s been my goal with this house. It took almost four years to get to this point, … Read more

Tabletop & Mini-Container Gardens You’ve probably noticed I prefer quick, uncomplicated DIY projects. I like the process to be enjoyable and the finished result to be ready fast. Long, fiddly projects lose my interest, and I much prefer creating something pretty I can use or display right away. If you feel the same, these tiny … Read more

Dining Room Makeover New Hardwood Floors My new hickory hardwood floors are finished, and I’m excited to share the progress. With the kitchen remodel happening at the same time, things were hectic, but the dining room is finally coming together. It feels great to put rooms back in order and enjoy that fall nesting energy. … Read more