A small lamp for a bookshelf or countertop can brighten an otherwise dim corner. This mini opal glass lamp is the ideal size for compact spots, and it’s quite beautiful. Pair it with a color-changing dimmable bulb to control warmth and mood. Hello friends — Courtney here. I’m settling into my new apartment with my … Read more

Guest DIY post submitted by Tim from Remodeling Guy One perk of getting a little older is the freedom to say things that might not sound trendy—and still mean them. Case in point: a kitchen island like this one? It’s seriously hot. This island is HOT! The overall style might not be everyone’s taste, and … Read more

Valentine’s Day isn’t only for romantic partners — it’s a great moment to celebrate friendships and show appreciation for the people who make life sweeter. Small, thoughtful gifts can mean a lot, and this season is perfect for sharing a little warmth with friends, family, or colleagues. Below are curated Valentine’s gift ideas to inspire … Read more

“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.” Edith Sitwell Here are five practical and heartening ways to welcome a season of wintering at home, creating warmth, calm and intention for the … Read more

This post was sponsored by PODS® Moving is one of life’s most stressful events — even exciting moves can feel overwhelming. From house hunting and negotiating offers to financing, packing, coordinating transportation, and setting up a new home, each step adds decisions and pressure. Help (or the lack of it) and timing make the process … Read more

Bed provided Overstock.com SLast week I shared our plans to redo my son Luke’s bedroom. He turned 13 this summer and has been asking for updates for a long time. We’d promised this refresh for years, and finally the timing felt right. I’ve been busy with other rooms, but this was the one I really … Read more

HHello! We’re Kylee and Courtney, Melissa’s daughters, and today we’re sharing a simple, refreshing green juice recipe. We’ve had a juicer for years but recently started using it more often. We love discovering healthy, easy recipes, and with St. Patrick’s Day approaching we turned our latest juicing session into a sister juicing party. It was … Read more

You can give way to the grief — or you can give thanks that you loved enough to grieve. — Ann Voskamp There are no words that can fully capture our sorrow or what Jack meant to our family. I’m so sorry — I know this is hard because you loved him, too. For thirteen … Read more

A simple gift given to the mothers at church, arranged with care and thought. My girls — the sweetest daughters any mother could hope for. Their personalities and smiles fill our home with joy. Luke, proud in his band concert outfit — wearing his first tie. When we learned we were expecting a boy after … Read more

I love decorating on a whim. While planning and carefully choosing pieces can work, I tend to prefer using what I already have and letting ideas develop naturally. That approach has been especially helpful after moving into a new home. Of course there are times when buying new items is the right choice, especially when … Read more