Revive Your Home This Fall: 5 Stylish Ways to Refresh Every Room

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Fall home refresh – sponsored by World Market I’m thrilled that fall is here. The air in Seattle was crisp and the leaves were already starting to change, which always puts me in the mood to refresh the house. Below are five simple, practical ways to give your home an inviting fall update that feels … Read more

White Kitchens I Love: 5 Stylish Takeaway Tips for Your Remodel

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image: House Beautiful Kitchen Ideas Frustrated by glossy magazine kitchens because you don’t know how to recreate the look on a budget? You can still learn a lot from styled photos without copying every expensive element. Beautiful kitchens are built from a collection of practical, affordable details that work together to create a polished look. … Read more

Creating a Cozy Fall and Holiday Sanctuary: Intentional Planning Guide

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A new season is right around the corner. Are you ready? I love every season—fall, summer, winter, and spring—each for different reasons. Over the years I’ve learned that if I’m not intentional with plans and expectations, seasons can slip past and I’ll wonder where the time went. It’s not that I don’t enjoy or accomplish … Read more

20 Simple Ways to Show Gratitude for Your Home

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Attitude of Gratitude Back in 2008 I shared a list our family called the 20 Little Attitudes of Gratitude — small habits we wanted to practice at home. Lately I’ve been thinking it’s a good time to revisit those ideas and share them again for anyone who might find them helpful. I reviewed the original … Read more

Home Style Saturdays: Summer Decor, Grout Restoration & Collections

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Happy Saturday! I’m excited to join Home Style Saturdays as a regular participant. Each Saturday I’ll share a post here on The Inspired Room that highlights an image and link to each of the participating blogs (plus one from me). It’s a cheerful, curated roundup full of fresh ideas and inspiration for your home. I … Read more

Compact Gardening: Smart Ideas for Growing More in Small Spaces

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Are you ready for summer gardening? The forecast for the next few days here in Washington state is full of sun, and I couldn’t be happier. I’m genuinely excited about starting a garden in our backyard. While my green thumb is still a work in progress, I think gardening will be a fun project for … Read more

Inspired Holidays Day 21: Must-Have Items to Keep on Hand for Guests

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Simple Holiday & Party Decor Mason Jars I know I’ve shared these jars many times before, but they deserve repeating. I recently searched “Christmas” on Pinterest and found these mason jars featured on the front page — again. These are my easy Epsom salt mason jars, a project I’ve been making for years, long before … Read more

5 Stylish Fireplace Makeover Ideas to Transform Your Space

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Hi everyone! Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments, emails, and Instagram messages about my recent fireplace post. I appreciated each suggestion and the time you took to share your ideas. Today I’m sharing five fireplace makeover ideas and sources of inspiration to help you refresh a fireplace without a full remodel. How can … Read more

8 Dreamy Bedroom Ideas to Transform Your Sleep Space

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Remember the beautiful home featured in the film Something’s Gotta Give? I recently discovered a collection of stunning photographs on Lonny that pay tribute to the warm, lived-in elegance often seen on Nancy Meyers sets. These images capture classic neutral palettes, light-filled rooms, and layered textures that make a house feel both stylish and inviting. … Read more