For years, I couldn’t figure out why my home didn’t feel like the peaceful retreat I craved. I was always tidying, decluttering, and cleaning—constantly trying to keep up with the mess. I could reset one room and another would fall apart the next day. Declutter. Organize. Clean. Repeat. Even when a space felt calm for … Read more

Room sources and grandbabies’ outfits What a year it’s been. We experienced the delight of becoming grandparents twice—welcoming little Forrest and Lila—alongside the sadness of saying goodbye to our beloved pup Jack and the joy of bringing home our new dog, Finnegan. Through it all, this house has continued to be the center of family … Read more

Happy March! Spring is on its way, and it’s a great time to refresh your home. Swapping artwork with the seasons is an easy, impactful change—especially when your pieces are in standard frames. Replacing wintry prints with botanical, floral, or outdoor scenes, or simply bringing in pieces with brighter hues, can instantly lift the mood … Read more

When your home is small, every furniture choice counts. I’ve been having fun planning a small-space coastal look, and today I’m sharing two compact pieces we ordered this month and why we already love them. With our renovation nearly finished, we began bringing in furniture and accessories this weekend to test how they’ll work with … Read more

Happy Monday! The exciting news is that the Better Homes & Gardens issue featuring my kitchen is finally out. I haven’t spotted it on a newsstand yet, but several readers have emailed to say they’ve received their copies in the mail—so check your mailbox or your local store! The editor kindly sent a few copies, … Read more

II admit I sometimes feel guilty after posting so many “things to do” during this series. Even though it’s just a blog and part of a 31-day project, I worry I’m overwhelming you with tasks and ideas. I catch myself thinking about it throughout the day—imagining you trying to keep up with every suggestion. That … Read more

Hi friends! It’s Courtney here. While updating my sister’s and my townhouse hallway, we discovered that finding wall hooks with the right style was harder than expected. We wanted hooks that were already mounted on a wooden board or metal plate to make installation on drywall much easier. After several trips to Home Goods and … Read more

I’ve always been torn between which house I love more. As much as I enjoy decorating for fall and winter, lately I’ve been especially drawn to adding summer style around the house. Full disclosure: I only have one house, but I often daydream about having multiple homes to decorate. Imagining different looks for different seasons … Read more

Simple Weekend Decorating Projects If you’re planning a quick DIY this weekend, consider a paint-marker makeover for a thrift-store lamp. It’s an easy, affordable way to refresh a tired piece and add personality to any room. This project works well with lamps you already own or ones picked up at thrift stores or garage sales. … Read more

It’s been a while since I shared updates from my office, which is ironic because it’s the room I spend the most time in every day. I often find myself daydreaming about ideas for this space when I should be working—can daydreaming count as part of my job? I’d like to think so. Among all … Read more