Seabrook is an utterly charming coastal town, full of homes with character. I adore weathered beach cottages — they remind me of Nantucket dreams but are much closer to home. After a drive or walk through neighborhoods like this, I often come away inspired, imagining small changes I could make or larger ideas for the … Read more

Hello friends — Courtney here. I’m getting married this summer and we’ve been knee-deep in planning. It’s been an exciting few months and I can hardly believe the big day is almost here! Many of you on Instagram have asked for wedding ideas and planning tips, so I’ll be sharing details and photos along the … Read more

Pottery Barn Trunk Let’s talk about trunks! Or more precisely, let’s look at stylish trunks used as coffee and side tables—and also discuss why I’m making a change to how my posts are delivered. I’ve been blogging for five years, and the online world has evolved a lot in that time. When I started there … Read more

Photo from my: If I Lived in a Cottage by the Sea: Spring Dreambook Gingham is having a real moment—and it’s easy to understand why. Although it’s trending now, gingham has long been a timeless pattern that brings warmth and charm to any room. I enjoy using gingham throughout our home. It evokes a sense … Read more

SThis spring I mentioned I was making some changes to my home office. Progress has been slow—real life and a modest budget mean updates take time—but I recently managed to move the project forward and I’m excited to share the results. A few of my plans shifted since my last update. I had originally planned … Read more

Long before I learned the word hygge (pronounced HOO-gah) I was already drawn to its spirit: creating a warm, comfortable home, savoring small pleasures, and prioritizing well-being. When I first encountered the concept I remember thinking, “That sounds exactly like me.” I love shaping atmosphere through simple rituals and cozy spaces, and I often imagine … Read more

Thank you to Walmart for partnering on this post! It felt like ages since our last summer gathering, so when a stretch of beautiful weather arrived we set up a casual ice cream sundae party on the front porch. Even though our kitchen renovation isn’t finished, a simple outdoor celebration was exactly what we needed. … Read more

Hi friends! Courtney here. I’m getting married this summer and we’ve been busy planning all the details. It’s hard to believe the big day is almost here, and I can’t wait to share parts of the process with you. So many of you asked on Instagram to see wedding ideas and planning tips, and I’m … Read more

We’re adding a small cottage to the back of our home for my parents. If you missed it, I shared an update with photos of the progress on the addition in a previous post. Today I’m sharing a design mood board for their kitchenette. They’ve picked the sweetest pieces for the space, and I’m thrilled … Read more

A fresh and often surprising way to introduce color and pattern into a room is with curtain panels. Patterned curtains are easy to swap by season or move between rooms to instantly refresh a space. While choosing a bold pattern or vivid color can feel like a risk, the right fabric can energize a room—making … Read more