Have you had a chance to visit Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Market and The Silos in Waco, Texas? I haven’t made it there yet, but my daughter Courtney recently went with friends and kindly sent photos from her trip so we can all take a virtual tour. She had a wonderful time exploring the … Read more

YYou don’t need an abundance of decorations, handmade crafts, or costly collections to make a house feel personal, polished, or finished. Many people enjoy collecting decor or creating handmade pieces, and that can be lovely. But if you don’t have the time, money, or inclination to fill your home with collectibles, there are simpler, more … Read more

I’m excited to share our kitchen design mood board and offer five guiding questions to help you design your own kitchen. Every element we selected was chosen to create the mood that feels right for our home. Work begins soon, and our kitchen is finally becoming real. Designing a kitchen—whether you’re doing it yourself or … Read more

Collage Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. I want my home to feel like more than just an ordinary house. I want it to be a restful retreat that comforts my family and energizes us for the day ahead. The bathroom is where … Read more

House Beautiful I love baskets. I use them throughout the house — in the pantry, under the kitchen island, and in nearly every room where a little extra organization or texture is needed. They’re practical for corralling items, yet they also add warmth and visual interest to a space. This is one of my newest … Read more

Design and Sources: McGee & Co TThe kitchen is the heart of the home, and it’s the perfect place to do some fall nesting. Here are 14 simple, practical ideas and decorating tips to make your kitchen feel warm, inviting, and ready for the season. You don’t need to rely on traditional fall-themed decor to … Read more

I love decorating my home, but more than aesthetics I focus on creating a healthy, comfortable environment. Whenever possible I combine beauty and wellness, so I created a winter wellness station that’s both a pretty focal point and a practical place to meet my family’s daily needs. We use essential oils every day. They have … Read more

Christmas Tour 2016 HHello, friends. Merry Christmas and welcome to our Christmas Tour 2016. We’ve lived in Seattle just over a year and we love it here. Come on in — I’m so glad you stopped by to see our home. Watch the video above in HD. I’m happy to join this holiday blog tour … Read more

Back when we planned our kitchen remodel, our goal was to give the small space as much character as possible without changing the footprint. We weren’t opening or moving walls, so every bit of personality had to come from working within the existing structure. One simple decision made a big difference: softening two small doorways … Read more

Yall, I just can’t get over these pups. Each one is so utterly adorable that I wanted to share a little puppy joy to brighten your day. Our family now has four dogs: Jack, our five-year-old goldendoodle, and three labradoodles — Lily, Bella, and our newest family member, Leo. Leo has been growing fast and … Read more