Just a quick note about an excellent eBook bundle I’m excited to share. Seventy-five well-known bloggers and authors in the homemaking community have come together to offer 97 popular eBooks and eCourses — a collection valued at over $600 — for a limited-time price of $29.97. With a single purchase you gain access to the … Read more

I love filling my home with all the wonderful fall scents! Don’t you? I used to be obsessed with fall candles every year. I would sniff every candle in every store until I found the perfect scents, and candles became an essential part of my autumn ritual. Over time I learned that burning certain candles … Read more

This house is finally ours — and what a journey it has been. I’m still in shock that we’re here, but it already feels meant to be. Today I’ll share a first peek, with much more to come. There’s so much I want to say and show about this home and its surroundings over the … Read more

Sarah’s House – HGTV I’m so inspired by this lovely room. The room’s architecture sets the stage, but it’s the accessories, colors, and fabrics that give it so much character. You don’t need the exact wood walls or stone floors to capture the same cozy, autumnal feeling. Many of the elements that create this look … Read more

Sneak peek of our new fireplace! This post is in partnership with Napoleon Fireplaces What could be cozier or more romantic than a fireplace? Few things compare to the comfort of a warm hearth and the calming glow of dancing flames. After installing a new gas insert in our living room fireplace, the space feels … Read more

Ready to get cozy? I know it might still feel too warm to bundle up, but our Fall Nesting series begins September 1 on The Inspired Room — and I’m excited! Let’s prepare for the season together. For longtime readers, fall nesting is more than a decorating tradition — it’s a state of mind. Fall … Read more

Accent cabinets are an easy way to add both style and practical storage throughout the home. I often rearrange furniture to find the best layout, and accent cabinets have proven to be a flexible solution in every house I’ve lived in. They also provide extra surface space for a lamp, seasonal decor or everyday essentials. … Read more

One of my favorite parts of autumn is looking forward to Christmas. I know Thanksgiving hasn’t happened yet, but there’s a special pleasure in anticipating the season — especially when there’s still time to plan and decorate slowly and enjoy the process. Last year I intentionally kept my holiday decorating very simple and it was … Read more

I love the gentle sounds that fill our home. Laughter is my favorite, but when the house is quiet I take pleasure in birdsong outside the windows, wind moving through the trees, the rustle of palm leaves near the porch, soft background music, the steady bubble of my oil diffuser, and the delicate tinkling of … Read more

This post is in partnership with Wayfair The countdown to the holidays is on. With Thanksgiving next week and Christmas just a few weeks away, we’ve been getting our home ready for hosting and celebrating the season — with help from Wayfair. Preparing early has made everything feel calmer and more enjoyable. *** Click here … Read more