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

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

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

You know the feeling: you should be setting the table for dinner, but instead you suddenly imagine rearranging the furniture. That happened to me the other night. Over the years I’ve hung quite a few plate walls, usually on a whim when inspiration strikes. We’ve been shuffling things around the house a lot lately. It … Read more

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

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

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

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

@honeycreekfarm1896 Do you have collections in your home? Collections are one of the most meaningful ways to bring personality and warmth to your living spaces. Below you’ll find fresh ideas and inspiration gathered from some of my favorite images around the web. No matter your decorating approach—maximalist, minimalist, traditional, modern, or somewhere in between—collecting and … Read more

Thrift Store Finds For a while I avoided bringing many new items into the house. I focused on clearing out things I no longer wanted, finishing the kitchen, installing wood floors and painting so our home would feel more like ours. I prefer to remove clutter first, then add only pieces I truly love or … Read more