YYou may remember that just over a week ago I introduced Amanda from Everyday Elements, who began a home office makeover and invited us to follow along. I love a good makeover and it’s especially fun to watch one unfold without spending a dime. Today, for Part Two of this Home Office Makeover, Amanda shares … Read more

  1) Simple White Robe  2) Vintage Alarm Clock 3) Exfoliating Body Wash 4) Guest Towels 5) Swiss Dot Shams 6) Ticking Stripe Roll Up Bed 7) Mandarin Mango Candle Fall is the season when we start planning gatherings with family and friends. Whether you have a dedicated guest room or a flexible space that doubles for visitors, assembling a few … Read more

Come along for a little stroll through Target today… Gingham Stoneware Pitcher Ticking Stripe Blue and White Bench (would make a great ottoman — a reader mentioned pushing two together to create a larger ottoman) Large Coiled Basket with Raffia // Rattan Basket Neutral Floral Throw Pillow (I have this!) Nautical Wood Sailboat Toy (sweet … Read more

Amanda Nisbet Design via House of Turquoise One of my top priorities in shaping a home we truly love is getting the lighting right. Proper lighting creates the right ambiance, and the right fixtures can define personality and style for a room — which is exactly what excites me most. At the moment, our new … Read more

It feels like many of us are craving a simpler, more organized life, especially during the busy holiday season. I’m on a mission to bring more order and calm into my home and daily routine right now—I’m not waiting until “after the holidays.” The past couple of years have been intensely busy and, frankly, exhausting. … Read more

Last week I shared the small progress we made in our living room along with our Christmas decorations. If you missed that post, we added an affordable new rug (a great deal at $150) and rearranged the furniture. It was an easy, budget-friendly update, and I appreciated all the kind comments. Many readers asked questions … Read more

DIY guest post contributed by: Jeanne Winters If you need quick, affordable wall art that looks intentional and cohesive, try this simple DIY using leftover paint and a few photographic prints. I used extra seaside blue paint from my son’s beach-themed bedroom to create a series of large canvases, then mounted glossy 8×10 prints of … Read more

Ideal Home April 2008 Homes & Gardens 2006 25 Beautiful Homes July 2005 Ideal Home March 2006 Ideal Home March 2008 I thought these were such sweet photos! Enjoy! Image source: House to Home Related posts from The Inspired Room: Children’s Rooms: Sharing Space Girls Rooms: Fanciful Rugs and Lamp Whimsical and Tasteful Children’s Rooms … Read more

Dear blogging friends, these are heartbreaking times for many, especially following the devastating earthquake in Haiti. I also want to share a personal appeal on behalf of a longtime friend and sponsor of The Inspired Room: Gina from Feather Your Nest. Last week she suffered an unimaginable loss — her husband Michael, her high school … Read more

My husband surprised me today with a pot of blooming tulips. It was a sweet gesture — and a lovely reminder to brighten the house for spring. I adore tulips, and the white ones in particular inspired me to freshen the dining room with a few simple, seasonal touches. I removed the table runners so … Read more