Dining Room Before The Dining Room Before & After Sometimes tackling a room slowly can be frustrating. You don’t get an instant dramatic reveal — progress happens in small steps. Each change makes the space a bit better, even if it takes time to reach the look you imagined. Working on a project over time, … Read more

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] As promised, I’m back to share photos from a walk we took a couple of weeks ago through the charming Queen Anne neighborhood in Seattle. On a beautiful day, a simple stroll feels especially restorative, and after months of staying close to home we appreciate small outings like … Read more

I have some news at the end of this post, so don’t miss it! 🙂 Slowly but surely, I’ve been making steady progress on my home office. Recently I added a flea market rattan bookshelf that I absolutely love, and I also brought in the IKEA Alex drawer system. After organizing everything, the drawers have … Read more

While running errands this week, I stopped into one of my favorite home décor stores. I hadn’t window shopped in a long time, so it was a treat to wander through the aisles and soak up all the inspiration. During my visit I spotted so many charming pieces, including a delicate salad plate that caught … Read more

Who’s ready to curl up and enjoy a long winter’s nap? If your bedroom could use a refresh, here are three cozy mood boards to inspire you. Below each image you’ll find curated items to recreate the look and simple styling tips. Which one is your favorite? Hope you’re having a great week — I’m … Read more

I’ve always been torn about which house I love decorating more. While I delight in dressing up my home for fall and winter, lately I’ve especially enjoyed putting together a bright, relaxed summer look. Full disclosure: I only have one house. Still, I daydream about having multiple homes to style—imagine how fun that would be. … Read more

If your bedroom has become a catch-all for clothes, papers, and random items, now is the perfect time for a refresh. You don’t need a major renovation—small, focused steps can transform the space into a calm, organized retreat. Below are seven practical steps to help you create a more serene bedroom, ideas you can tackle … Read more

Awhile back I shared news about an event I’m excited to be part of: Bloom Bash. The two-day creative workshop will take place in Seattle this October, and I’m honored to be the keynote speaker. Bloom Bash is designed for women who dream of running a successful creative business or who want to expand their … Read more

Happy Monday! I’m excited to introduce a new monthly DIY series that’s approachable, inspiring, and a lot of fun. I just returned from the SNAP conference where I had the pleasure of speaking on a panel with two talented friends, Kate of Centsational Girl and Mandi of Vintage Revivals. Both of them create jaw-dropping DIY … Read more

New England Home The House Diaries Saw Nail and Paint Domino Kristina Crestin Design HHello — Courtney here, filling in for my mom while she attends the Haven Conference in Georgia as a blogging mentor. I have always loved a classic blue-and-white palette, and today I’m sharing some beautiful navy-and-white bathroom ideas that inspired me. … Read more