Hello, Kylee here. I’m back and excited to share one of our favorite breakfast staples: a simple, wholesome coconut oil and maple granola. My mom has been encouraging me to post more—about decorating progress and recipes—so today I’m combining both worlds and sharing this easy granola recipe that’s perfect for topping yogurt, smoothie bowls, or … Read more

Each month we share a roundup of Inspired Room Style decor favorites from the previous month on our Instagram. We feature classic and current home decor pieces to help followers decorate their homes affordably and with ease. We hope these finds inspire you as much as they inspired our Instagram followers. Today we’re sharing our … Read more

Thank you so much for the warm response to my book announcement. Your encouragement and enthusiasm have meant the world to me as this project comes together. It’s been an exciting, sometimes surreal journey, and I’m increasingly thrilled about the process. Right now the days are full of behind-the-scenes activity—photo shoots, editing, and design decisions—and … Read more

I love how a small change can completely transform the look and feel of a room. Below are three mood boards inspired by our dining room. In each version we only swapped the dining table and the rug to show how much impact those two pieces can have. Which one speaks to you? LOOK ONE: … Read more

Simple Holiday & Party Decor Mason Jars You’ve probably seen mason jar decor everywhere — I know I have shared this idea many times. Recently I searched “Christmas” on Pinterest and my simple Epsom salt mason jars popped up again on the front page. They’re a longtime favorite, not a fleeting trend. In fact, I … Read more

This post prepared in partnership with Blue Apron I believe delegation is the single most effective time-management strategy I’ve discovered. If you want to stay sane—whether you’re a parent or someone juggling many responsibilities—you must concentrate on tasks only you can do, say no to nonessentials, and delegate the rest. Equally important is learning to … Read more

SIn my last post I mentioned feeling a little disconnected from my house. I’m not unhappy — I love living in Seattle — but I was missing that intimate sense of “mine” that makes a house feel like home. Perhaps I’m especially tuned in to my surroundings, but I know many of you understand that … Read more

Hello! It’s been a while since I shared a dedicated update on our dining room, so today I’m rounding up everything we’ve done since moving in. I’ve posted small updates along the way, but this piece pulls it all together and highlights the changes that made the biggest impact. We still have plans for future … Read more

Written by: Tim Layton (aka Remodeling Guy) Tim’s love of creativity and design mixes with insights from a long career as a remodeling contractor. He can also be found at his blog, RemodelingGuy.net … Molding Ideas Great pictures are a constant source of inspiration for me, and Melissa has a talent for finding them. A … Read more

It’s hard to believe I’m beginning my tenth fall season as a blogger. Even though the calendar hasn’t officially turned to autumn, I’m excited for the change of season—fall has always been my favorite. Autumn brings everything I love about being at home. Living in the Northwest means long, beautiful summers, and I enjoy the … Read more