Today I’m excited to share the newest additions to our coastal cottage living room. When we moved into this home four years ago it was already furnished, which made it easy to downsize comfortably and postpone furniture decisions until the right time. Because this room is small but important, we didn’t want to rush the … Read more

When I lived in Portland I used to pass this charming carriage-house-style garage frequently. Its quaint design always caught my eye, and I realized I hadn’t shared it here before. This little structure is more than a place to park a car — its character and proportions make it feel like a tiny home. With … Read more

So, I’m not really into owls. Mostly they kind of scare me. Their large eyes and silent ways make them a little unnerving. That said, I’m not completely against them. When I found a small ceramic owl at the Seattle Goodwill for $1.99, I decided it would make a cute pencil cup and bought it. … Read more

REarlier I encouraged everyone to remember that hospitality and joy aren’t canceled and suggested decorating front porches. I took my own advice and decorated mine — a small, simple display that brings us a lot of happiness and hopefully brightens the street for neighbors too. A copper pot filled with vivid mums and a few … Read more

Striped Gray Ruffle Duvet Cover + Shams // Wall Sconce // Similar Grain Sack Blue Stripe Pillow // Blue Floral Coverlet // Cane Bed // Blue and White Bowls on Wall The nights have turned chilly on our little island, so I’ve started making small updates to our “winter cottage bedroom.” You might be surprised … Read more

Sources: Jute Wrapped Chandelier with Shades (lots of shade options) // Patterned Rug (Ocean/Gold color) // Rattan Dining Chairs – Similar mine were from here but out of stock // Blue Striped Slipcovers (Downey Blue fabric) // Parsons Dining Chairs A carved vintage wooden swan has found a new home in our living room, and I … Read more

This post is sponsored by Blue Apron It’s surprising how disorienting it feels when painters and contractors turn your home upside down. Even though I’m excited to start new projects, it’s awkward to move through a room when furniture is covered in plastic or shoved into another space. Knowing the painters were coming, we took … Read more

As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, our homes take on renewed importance. Fall and winter pull us inward, asking our living spaces to be more than visually pleasing — they need to be refuge, comfort, and a true sanctuary. Designing a sanctuary is different from styling a photo-ready space. The goal isn’t perfection … Read more

It’s a good moment to pause and reflect on creativity, purpose, and the way we spend our time. Ask yourself: are you living the life you want? Have you found your purpose and are you pursuing it with focus and passion? I’m happy to say that I’m living my dreams for the most part, though … Read more

Home Office in a Closet: Country Living It feels wonderful to have an organized home, yet paperwork and school projects can quickly take over. With a new, smaller house I’m still developing systems, so I’m ready to create better order. When space is limited, how do you find smart everyday storage solutions? Being organized in … Read more