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
Look at this beautiful kitchen refresh by Joni at Cote de Texas. The update — new counters, a farmhouse sink, a stylish faucet and upgraded appliances — was completed in just a few days and transformed the space without a full gut renovation. I love her thoughtful explanation of why they chose a face lift … Read more
HHello! I’m Courtney (Melissa’s daughter). While my mom and dad are enjoying a well-deserved trip to Hawaii, I wanted to share a personal update about a big change in my life. If you follow me on Instagram or have followed The Inspired Room for a while, you might know I’ve lived in my first Seattle … Read more
I’m excited for you to get a copy of my newest book, A Lovely Life. The release date is fast approaching, and there are special benefits and gifts when you pre-order. When you pre-order A Lovely Life, you’ll be among the first to receive the book, and you won’t be charged until it ships. We … Read more
