It’s been a busy, rewarding week at The Inspired Room headquarters—my everyday life. I’m steadily moving toward the finish line on my office makeover: just a few small pieces remain and then I’ll call it complete. The space feels personal and lively, and it almost makes me giddy. I can’t wait to invite you … Read more

Scratch N’ Sniff Gingerbread (via Flickr: Gaetan Lee) THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. It’s our first holiday giveaway day! Let’s talk about something a little less stressful than politics — our favorite scents. A welcoming fragrance can make a home feel festive, cozy, and inviting. To celebrate the season, we have a special giveaway featuring … Read more

Happy Thanksgiving to friends in the U.S. and to everyone around the world. I wish I could invite you to my table this year, but a post will have to do. I want to say how truly grateful I am for your friendship, encouragement, and the joy you’ve brought into my life over the last … Read more

Surprise! From now through December 1 I’m celebrating with three special giveaways as a thank you to my readers. You can enter all three giveaways by visiting each post on my blog and leaving a comment on each one. . . . . Are you excited for holiday gatherings and cozy winter evenings by the … Read more

Williams and Spade: Jeanne Racioppi, Williams & Spade Interior Design I came across this stunning bathroom while searching for remodeling ideas and it stopped me in my tracks. The sink is so striking, the ceiling adds character, and the brick floor paired with a soft rug looks both warm and practical. It feels like a … Read more

Sources: Blue Range Stove (mine is the 30 inch in Blue Gray / Grey) // Marble Tray // Gold Picture Frame // Heron Art Print // Hot Water Kettle (color options) // Amber Votive Holder with Battery Votives I settle into my winter rhythm during the first weeks of January. As someone who loves being … Read more

Refresh Your Dining Room for the Holidays Dining room décor can easily feel stale over time. A few simple changes can make the room feel new and inviting again, especially as you prepare for holiday gatherings. Start by updating your chairs: paint them, recover the seats, or add slipcovers to give them new life. If … Read more

In the past two years we’ve tackled a lot of painting projects: the living room, dining room, a bathroom, the hallway, and most recently my home office. This has truly been the year of painting for me, and my home is finally beginning to feel cohesive and finished. The right paint colors change how a … Read more

AAs October winds down, I find myself thinking about holiday preparations — though I’m certainly not ready to wrap gifts or put up a tree just yet. That said, this feels like the right time to start simplifying and planning so decorating doesn’t become overwhelming when the season arrives. The photo above is from a … Read more

One of the things we loved most about this house when we first toured it was the finished basement. I hadn’t been actively searching for one—many homes in our area don’t have basements—but in a smaller house extra square footage downstairs felt like a real bonus. Unlike some of the damp, dark basements we saw … Read more