I’m back with a quick progress update on our basement bathroom makeover. As I mentioned last week, we committed to a “makeover in a month,” but because we started a week late it’s really turned into a three-week sprint. The goal is to make this bathroom feel like it belongs with the rest of our … Read more

Hi friends! Here are curated Presidents’ Day home decor sales and a selection of items from my own home that are currently on sale. If you’re shopping this weekend, these picks might help you find something you love. A few Presidents’ Day Weekend home decor sales: Ballard Designs is offering up to 20% off and … Read more

If you’re looking for a cozy, flavorful treat for the holidays or the cold season, try this Gingerbread Loaf. This version, inspired by a popular coffeehouse recipe, delivers warm spices, moist texture, and a perfect balance of sweetness. For extra depth we used a caramel apple butter from our local market in place of plain … Read more

They say every room benefits from a touch of black. Do you agree? Whether it’s true black or a deeper tone, I appreciate a little contrast. I love both of these room mood boards — they’ve got me excited to decorate again once our renovation is finished. Enjoy these curated room boards and the included … Read more

HHello, friend! What a week it has been. We moved Courtney’s furniture in this morning and finally finished most of the heavy lifting—yay! With so much focus on the move, I forgot to publish the Home Style Saturdays post on time. Oops. Moving is always an ordeal, but all things considered it went smoothly. There … 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, featuring a curated selection of design inspiration discovered across the web. In this edition of … Read more

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Cafe Curtain Details // Kitchen Lamp, Hardware, and More Sources Happy first week of fall — it’s time for the cozy season! Welcome to a fall tour of our main floor. We moved into this home three years ago in the fall of 2021 after selling our Seattle house and downsizing to the coast. That … Read more

Sources: Reversible mud cloth blanket // Battery operated window candle with timer // Blue and white stamped pillow Today I’m sharing my favorite battery-operated window candles, the unexpected features I love, and why this simple tradition feels so meaningful. Years ago, as newlyweds, my husband and I drove past a house that glowed from the … Read more

So, it’s definitely time for another kitchen update. The end of summer and the start of the school year are always hectic here, but I’m ready to get back on track. I’m thrilled with how the kitchen is shaping up—I love it so far. When I last shared progress, the grout and faucet were installed … Read more