Country Living Fall Nesting Tip #15: Bring in the books! Books are an easy, beautiful way to add warmth and personality to every room, including kitchens and dining areas. Surrounding yourself with books encourages you to live in each space rather than treating rooms as purely decorative. A room without books can feel stiff; stacks … Read more

This post is in partnership with World Market The sun finally peeked out in Seattle yesterday, and it felt wonderful to catch a hint of spring. January here is usually gray and dreary, so a bright day is especially welcome. I’ve always enjoyed being at home. No matter the weather outside, you can create a … Read more

Hi friends. I’ve been out of town the last few days working on a project with my daughters, and I’m excited to share an update soon. But since so many of you have kitchen remodels on your minds (judging by the messages I’ve received this week!), let’s talk about our kitchen. I had hoped to … Read more

Believe it or not, if you’re in the United States, Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, and the rest of the holiday season follows shortly after. The key to enjoying a relaxed, meaningful holiday period is to start planning now. Early preparation helps reduce stress, frees up time for what matters, and makes celebrations … Read more

Folding Bench (4 color options) // Hanging Flag Star // Outdoor Pillows This post is in partnership with Wayfair A Lutyens bench is a timeless element of English garden design, recognized for its graceful arched back, scrolled armrests, and classic slatted profile. Originating from the work of Sir Edwin Lutyens in the early 20th century, … Read more

HHello Inspired Room readers — Cassie here for my first post of the year. January always feels like a mix of slow, post-holiday days and fresh starts. It’s the month we take stock, make lists of projects, and try to bring order back into our home after the holidays. This year we tackled one of … Read more

via flickr by jesse.millan I I received an email last night from a thoughtful reader that really struck a chord. She had been reading my posts about childhood aspirations and wrote to share a bit about her life and feelings. Here are a few lines from her note: I am a grown up and somewhere … Read more

Awhile ago I had a Home Depot gift card from a return and wanted to use it. Wandering the garden center for a bit of spring, I found a Fiddle Leaf Fig. I don’t have a green thumb, but I love having plants around. My mom and grandmother always kept trees and plants inside and … Read more

Sources for above (many of these have other color options, click links for details): 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 // 10 Tufted ottomans make a stylish and practical alternative to a traditional coffee table. I’ve used a tufted ottoman in my living room … Read more

Sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 II love staying home in my pajamas to avoid the crowds, especially on busy shopping weekends like Black Friday—introverting is my specialty. I’m not an obsessive Black Friday shopper, but I do browse the sales so I don’t miss … Read more