Thistlewood Farms and The Inspired Room: New Decorating Book Release

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Do you ever wish you had a personal decorator—or a friendly expert you could turn to with your decorating dilemmas? I have a little secret to share that I’m excited about. My talented friend KariAnne from Thistlewood Farms and I are collaborating on a new decorating book. This project is a joyful, practical guide we … Read more

How to Hang a Rug on the Wall for a Joyful, Stylish Space

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Do you ever freeze up when it’s time to hang something on the wall? Or feel stuck in a creative rut and want to try something different? Not long ago I came across a pretty embroidered rug and fell in love. I immediately saw how it could work as a wall hanging, but I also … Read more

Fresh Spring: Discover Your Home’s Seasonal Style Quiz

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Wayfair Coastal Living via House of Turquoise Spring and Summer Style Do the seasons outside shape how you decorate inside? Beyond switching out seasonal accents like spring flowers or autumn branches, some people actually let the time of year influence their furniture choices and color palette. You might prefer lighter, airier colors and fabrics in … Read more

Creative Home Labeling Ideas for Smarter Organization

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I love labels. A neat row of labeled notebooks, bins with tags tucked into metal brackets, baskets with dangling tags, and stenciled names above towel hooks all make me happy. Labels bring order, clarity, and a pleasing sense of completion to everyday spaces. I often imagine every corner of my home neatly organized and clearly … Read more

Cottage Bedroom Mood Board: Collected Vintage & Cozy Design Ideas

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This Monday Mood Board is inspired by my real-life bedroom and represents an evolving collected cottage style. It’s a relaxed approach to decorating that focuses on mood rather than rules, so the result feels personal and meaningful. Building a room around a mood lets you layer pieces over time and create a space that truly … Read more

Closet Makeover Guide: What Not to Do for a Smooth Remodel

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image via Design Sponge No, this is not my closet or my bathroom. Bummer. As I mentioned, I planned to follow Simple Mom’s Project Simplify challenge this week, although I procrastinated until Thursday. I have to confess — and you might already know this if you follow me on Facebook — that I panicked a … Read more

DIY Upholstery-Tack Pumpkin Decor Ideas for Fall

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Need a simple and stylish autumn craft? Decorating pumpkins with upholstery tacks is an easy, budget-friendly way to add texture and polish to your fall displays. This project works well on real or faux pumpkins and gourds and lets you customize patterns and colors to suit your decor. To make a basic tack-studded pumpkin, choose … Read more

Spring Prep Ideas to Refresh Your Home and Wardrobe

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Spring Mantel We’re in that awkward stretch where I desperately want it to be spring, but it just snowed again and everything still feels wintry. Realistically, winter isn’t over yet, but dreaming about spring is free, right? Imagine the snow melting, crocuses pushing through the soil, birds filling the yard with song, and the sun … Read more

October Ambience for Cozy Rooms: Sunday Strolls and Scrolls

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@barwny_domek Happy October 1st! These cozy rooms radiate warmth and welcome—perfect for the beginning of autumn. Each space captures a relaxed, lived-in comfort that invites you to slow down, sip something warm, and enjoy the changing season. I hope these images spark ideas for creating your own snug corners and seasonal vignettes in your home. … Read more

Versatile Long Sofa Table: One Piece, Three Functional Styles

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This post is in partnership with World Market As I mentioned, our living room has been in an “in-between” makeover. With the holidays approaching I wanted the space to feel cozy and functional, so I focused on finishing a few remaining pieces. After rearranging the room this year, pulling everything back together took some time, … Read more