I I’m so happy it’s fall. As we’ve been settling into our new house over the last few weeks, I keep thinking about how much I love my fall routines. It feels like we moved in just in time to nestle in and enjoy everything I love about the season. A couple of weeks ago, … Read more

Ihave been craving sunshine—today felt almost like summer, and I couldn’t be happier. With warmer days ahead, I set the dining room for a cheerful spring or Easter brunch. It only takes a few simple swaps—mixing familiar pieces with a couple of fresh accents—to change a room’s mood and make it feel new again. A … Read more

New England Home With summer officially starting in just a few days, I’m swapping out heavy linens for lighter fabrics, bringing in a brighter color palette, fresh flowers and natural seasonal accents. Small changes make the house feel more open and relaxed for the warmer months. The last few months at home have given me … Read more

Hey friends! I’m excited to share a peek into a part of our home we don’t often show—the cozy lower-level apartment my daughter lived in while staying with us. If you’re new here or need a quick refresher: about a year ago our daughter Courtney moved out of her Seattle apartment and into our lower … Read more

Katie Parra Photography Hi friends! I’m Michaela, and I’m excited to share some decorating and entertaining inspiration with you here at The Inspired Room. I’ve been planning the Bloom Bash Workshop in Seattle this October — a creative event focused on blogging, photography, home design, floral arranging, calligraphy, and more — and choosing the venue … Read more

I was asked by several readers about the miniature tabletop garden on my front porch, so I decided to share more about it. Summer has finally arrived here and the warm weather has me enjoying outdoor projects while I can. I’ll be back indoors before long, so I’m making the most of the sunshine. Earlier … Read more

“Home should be life-giving and soul-refreshing. A soft spot to land on a hard day and a beautiful place to recharge and rejuvenate.” I wrote that line in my first book, Love the Home You Have. We all need a comfortable home that nurtures and restores us—a place that feels welcoming at the end of … Read more

Sarah Richardson Design | Stacey Brandford Photography I spent time this weekend thinking about simple ways to make a home feel cozier and more welcoming for fall. Your space doesn’t need traditional fall colors, plaids, or an abundance of seasonal props to feel warm and inviting. If corn husks, hay bales, or pumpkins aren’t your … Read more

Because many of you asked how the weekend went (thank you for your support and hilarious comments on my last post), I thought I’d share an update: I successfully dug the table out from the avalanche of stuff. Small victory, big relief. Funny moment — as I snapped the top photo the boys leapt onto … Read more

Blue Plaid Lap Blanket // More Living Room Sources Ready for a simple fall decorating idea? Use a plaid throw blanket as decor. Last fall I used a blue, green and brown plaid wool throw in my home, and in this post I’ll show a few places where a plaid lap blanket works beautifully. Good … Read more