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

I don’t usually browse HGTV.com, but today I found myself pleasantly surprised. Their kids’ room feature caught my attention — charming spaces, smart ideas and lots of inspiration. It felt more inspiring than many design shows and saved me time hunting through multiple blogs. I spent some time exploring their gallery and resources and was … Read more

  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