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

Have you ever wished a new house could feel like an old one? I’m still thinking about that question from yesterday. I hadn’t planned to post again so soon, but these photos stirred me—and when inspiration hits, I can’t resist sharing. You know I love a good Drive By. Yesterday a few readers suggested the … Read more

Sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 // 10 // 11 // 12 This design post is in partnership with Walmart I love the way vintage charm blends with modern cottage style. A vintage-inspired modern cottage relies on a soft, muted palette and thoughtfully … Read more