Welcome, welcome! Come on in! I’m thrilled to be joining this Farmhouse Holiday Fall Dining Room tour as a guest. The timing was perfect to inspire my own dining room for fall. I’m deep into my annual fall nesting right now (you can find my fall nesting series on my site). Make yourself at home … Read more

Fall is an especially busy season for our family, so establishing systems and organizing our schedules is essential. In the small hallway outside my kitchen I created a simple command center that has become indispensable. It’s a magnetic blackboard where we keep our most important papers, printed school and sports calendars, and anything that needs … Read more

Hi friends — I wanted to share a roundup of home sales that may be helpful if you’re shopping this holiday weekend. Below are favorite picks across home decor, furniture, and gadgets, including items I personally own or recommend. Favorite Presidents’ Day Sales 2025 (home decor, gadgets, and items I own): My bedroom rug on … Read more

I love round mirrors. In a home filled with squares and rectangles, a circular shape softens the space and adds visual interest. I recently installed a large, whimsical round wood ship-portal mirror in our kitchen, and it makes such a bold statement. I’m absolutely smitten. The mirror is rustic, playful, and full of texture—a unique … Read more

Living with Swine In keeping with the 2011 Home Goals I mentioned last week, I wanted to share a few before photos that show how many “swine walls” I still need to repaint in my house. Yes, it’s a thrilling Monday topic — but perhaps seeing the photos will either motivate me or make me … Read more

They say every room benefits from a touch of black. Do you agree? Whether it’s true black or a deeper tone, a bit of contrast can bring a space to life. I love both of these mood boards — they’ve got me excited to start decorating again once our renovation is finished. Enjoy these room … Read more

You are invited to The HomeBody Gathering Place. Scroll down to learn more! How often have we wished for the chance to slow down, be more present, spend more time with family, or focus on making our home a true refuge? This unprecedented season invites us to do the best we can with what we’ve … Read more

***Update: catch up and follow along with our house progress by scrolling through the site and checking our updates!*** Hey friends! It’s been a whirlwind of a few weeks, but we’re excited to share an initial tour of our new (and delightfully old) mid-century brick rambler. I never imagined I’d buy a ranch-style, one-level house … Read more

Photo: Hiya Papaya via House of Turquoise Because my house is in complete disarray while we prepare for new paint and flooring in several rooms, I’m not doing much summer decorating right now. Still, I’m thrilled at how much cleaner and brighter the house will feel once the work is finished — it’s almost like … Read more

Bird Wallpaper Aren’t these bird wallpapers delightful for an entry, powder room, bedroom or laundry room? Bird motifs can bring a fresh, whimsical touch to almost any space, creating interest and personality without overwhelming the room. If committing to an entire room feels daunting, consider papering a single accent wall. Accent walls allow you to … Read more