We had no outdoor lighting on our small deck, so I went looking for a simple solution and discovered these compact battery-powered outdoor lamps. They were exactly what I needed—providing just the right amount of light to create a relaxed, inviting mood. After trying one, I liked them so much I ordered two more for … Read more
Dining room – Office from Martha Stewart Every August I share simple, practical housekeeping routines on The Inspired Room. These posts may not be the fanciest, but they address a basic truth: consistent behind-the-scenes effort is what makes a home feel comfortable and beautiful. August always puts me in organizing mode. With school and fall … Read more
Hello friends! It’s been a while since I shared an “Out to See” post — a travel series inspired by childhood canal adventures near the Puget Sound. We took a short trip to the Oregon coast last week, and it felt wonderful to get away. We don’t take long vacations often, so when we do … Read more
photo: H. Dickens So here I sit: presents not wrapped, the blog post unfinished, and a merry mess scattered across every surface. The snowman muffin papers remain empty because I haven’t baked yet. I’m printing an online gift certificate for one child who received less than the others {long story}. It’s 10:30 p.m., and Santa … Read more
IIf you want a simple, foolproof way to style your coffee table this fall, here’s an easy formula I share in my book The Inspired Room. Tray + Books + Plant + Decorative Object This straightforward combination works for any season. Start with a tray to anchor the arrangement, add a stack of books for … Read more
Hello friends — happy Saturday! I hope your weekend is off to a relaxed, inspired start. Recent posts on The Inspired Room: New Bathroom Faucets + Makeover in a Month Update Shingle Style Beach House Tour — Seabrook Coastal Dream House Tour – Upper Levels Seabrook Beach Houses + Curb Appeal Ideas Cozy Throw Blankets … Read more
Each year we gather our favorite gift ideas for home and loved ones, carefully curating selections that are thoughtful, useful, and beautiful. Our 2025 Gift Guides bring together items I personally enjoy as well as pieces I think will make special presents. These seasonal guides are assembled to save you time and inspire your shopping—so … Read more
Painted patterned pumpkins via Country Living DIY milk paint pumpkins via Miss Mustard Seed Ombre pumpkins via Funkytime Gilded pumpkins – Country Living Do you like to paint pumpkins? Catch up with the 6th annual “31 Days of Falling for Fall” series Painting pumpkins is an easy, creative way to bring seasonal charm into your … Read more
Rug Source // Wood Bead Light Fixture // Checked Curtains (chambray color) // Acrylic and Brass Rod // Bird Art // Brass Frames Last week I added a beautiful statement rug and swapped the chair legs in our bedroom. I hadn’t planned to work on this room this summer — I was focused on the … Read more
Online paint color tool MMy Colortopia recently launched an easy-to-use online paint color tool called Color My Room. You can upload your own photos or choose one of the room images in the gallery, then try different Glidden paint colors directly on the room photo from your computer. It’s a simple, visual way to experiment … Read more