@miracleonthirtyfourth Each room featured in this Sunday Strolls & Scrolls edition has its own distinct character, yet they all share a common thread: a warm, inviting ambience enhanced by the glow of candlelight. Whether you prefer real candles or battery-operated ones, that soft flicker instantly changes the mood of a space. I’ve shared some favorite … Read more

This post is sponsored by Shutterfly. Awaken your space with your vision. Shop Shutterfly Home Decor for personalized accents that reflect your story. HHello! It’s Courtney. I can’t believe it’s already been about three months since I moved into my very first apartment. From the moment I started planning this move, my design-loving heart was … Read more

1. Back-of-door organizers I use a back-of-door organizer in my guest room to keep gift-wrapping supplies tidy — ribbons, small boxes, gift bags, tags, cards, tape and scissors all stay visible and accessible. I keep a gray one for everyday use and a beige one as an alternative depending on the room décor. 2. Bedsheet … Read more

Last spring I shared that my daughter Kylee moved into her first house — remember when she got married? Now she has her own home, and my heart is full. After living in a studio apartment, Kylee and her husband Lance purchased a small three-story townhouse in Seattle. My other daughter, Courtney, rents a tiny … Read more

I have always been captivated by gardens—especially their entrances. An arbor or gate instantly gives a yard personality, creating an inviting threshold that makes you want to step through and discover what lies beyond. I admit I’m often tempted to peek into other people’s gardens when I spot a charming gate (guilty!). Recently I moved … Read more

Southern Living I have a collection of lanterns around my home, and lately I’ve been switching to flameless candles for safety and convenience. They’re perfect for lighting a porch to welcome guests during the holidays, especially on breezy evenings when real flames tend to flicker out. Flameless candles remove the worry of unattended flames outdoors … Read more

I dream of finished rooms like this one from Cove Interiors via Queensland Homes! I have been imagining “finished” rooms for a long time, and today feels like a turning point — painters and contractors are finally in the house. Not for the kitchen yet, but they’re working on important areas: the living room, dining … Read more

@miracleonthirtyfourth Each room featured in today’s Sunday Strolls & Scrolls has its own distinctive character, yet they all share a common thread: a warm, cozy atmosphere enhanced by the soft glow of candlelight. Whether you prefer real candles or battery-operated options, that gentle flicker transforms a space and makes it feel inviting and calm. If … Read more

Happy New Year! Is one of your resolutions to be more organized this year? Many of us long for greater simplicity and order. When we live amid disarray, stress and frustration follow. Clutter can quietly take over our homes and our routines. A new year brings fresh motivation to form better habits and create a … Read more

TThis weekend I slipped into one of those nesting moods that tend to show up before the holidays. I started moving things around and listing small projects I might fit in before Thanksgiving. One simple task I planned to do was add the leaves to my dining table. Easy, right? Then I noticed I had … Read more