Our new house Story time! Six months ago we bought a beach house, and now it’s the place we call home every day. That means so much to us. Years ago my parents owned a beach house on the Oregon Coast that became our family vacation spot. They remodeled it from top to bottom into … Read more

Click here for above sources Welcome to our Coastal Cottage Kitchen reveal. After months of planning and a nine-month renovation, we’re finally ready to share the finished kitchen and dining area. It feels “done enough” to invite you in and show how we transformed this small island cottage into a cozy, functional space perfect for … Read more

HHello! Is this thing on? Hi, friends — it’s been a while! I’ve missed you. Things have been busy here as I balanced several projects that all landed within the same few weeks. Crazy times, but all is well at home. After dealing with the blog outages in 2018 (you may have noticed the site … Read more

II hope you had a lovely weekend. We spent ours helping my daughter move and bringing Bella, our new puppy, to her new home so she could begin that next chapter. Having a puppy in the house for the last few weeks was busy — and sweet — and I admit I felt a little … Read more

How do you have enough storage in your kitchen without upper cabinets? This is one of the most common questions I get from new readers and people who find my kitchen on Pinterest. When we remodeled our kitchen, I removed many of the upper cabinets. I kept a few near the baking area and around … Read more

Sponsored by Ross Dress for Less Opening your home for holiday entertaining is a meaningful way to celebrate the season. Whether you prefer a traditional sit-down dinner or a relaxed buffet, thoughtful presentation makes the gathering feel special. A buffet is especially fun because it lets you welcome more guests and gives you flexibility with … Read more

Have I mentioned how much I love peonies? I’m sure I say it every year, but they never fail to make my heart glad. This spring my peonies grown in pots only produced three blooms. It dawned on me afterward that I hadn’t fertilized them—so that might explain the small number. I’ll definitely remember to … Read more

So today is my birthday. I’m not one for big fanfare — I prefer a quiet day. It isn’t about being embarrassed or upset about getting older; in fact, being well over forty has been wonderful in many ways. With age comes perspective and a clearer sense of what matters most. I do enjoy treating … Read more

  July 2007 As someone brand new to blogging, I decided to spend an afternoon exploring other people’s blogs to get a feel for the landscape. By chance I found an old friend Alicia’s blog and from there I was pulled into a world of beautiful, creative posts by incredibly talented people. Their work was … Read more

@mainehouseinteriors Sunday Strolls + Scrolls is a series inspired by interiors and outdoor spaces I discovered while browsing the web. I love finding rooms and exteriors that evoke a sense of sanctuary. This series aims to feel like a calm, leisurely walk down a charming street, a peaceful stroll through a garden, or the quiet … Read more