Coastal Cottage Christmas Mantel: Florals and Greenery Ideas

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Florals + Greenery for Our Coastal Cottage Christmas Mantel This year I styled our Christmas mantel using florals and evergreens I already had on hand. I layered a couple types of faux florals with a juniper garland, scattered pinecones, and the soft glow of flameless votive candles. The result is a simple, pretty winter display … Read more

Top-Rated Faux Christmas Trees We Actually Own and Love

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I’m often asked where we purchased our faux Christmas trees, many of which I’ve kept since our previous home. Below I’m sharing our favorites — from our main full-size tree to several tabletop options — that are still available and have held up beautifully over the years. Our Main Christmas Tree: This is the Christmas … Read more

Cutest Easter Peep Craft Ideas for Spring Decorations

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Easter Ideas With Easter just a little over a week away, I’m on the hunt for easy last-minute ideas. I couldn’t resist sharing these delightful Peep projects from Leigh Ann at Your Home Based Mom. Her chocolate-covered Peeps and Peep bouquets are charming, simple to make, and perfect for the season. These treats work as … Read more

Cozy Fall Nesting Ideas: Tip 18 to Warm Up Your Home

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Country Living: Keller + Keller Fall Nesting Tips: #18 Small Changes Elevate everyday chores into small, beautiful moments. We all have laundry to fold, bills to sort, and daily routines to follow. During the long fall and winter months, doing the same tasks indoors every day can feel monotonous or even gloomy — unless we … Read more

Living Room Mood Board Ideas with Practical Design Tips

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Get inspired for your home with this summer living room mood board! Mondays don’t always feel inspiring after a relaxing weekend, so I like to kick off the week with a Monday Mood Board. These curated looks are meant to spark ideas you can use in your own home. Takeaway Tips to Bring this Look … Read more

Top 5 Home Decorating Bloggers to Follow Now

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  Exciting news — The Inspired Room has been named one of the Top Five Home Decorating Blogs by Better Homes & Gardens! I’m thrilled and still a little stunned. Seeing the blog recognized among so many talented designers feels surreal, and I keep double-checking just to make sure it’s real. The finalists are now … Read more

Home Styling & Entertaining Ideas for Saturday Gatherings

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Neighborhood walks lift the spirit. Yesterday my children and I enjoyed a peaceful stroll through a nearby neighborhood, and I took dozens of photos of charming houses and blooming gardens. Over the next few days I’ll share more of those pictures and the little details that caught my eye. I hope you have a lovely … Read more

Hardwood Floor Installation Guide: Updated Tips and Timeline

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Sponsored by Mohawk Flooring Happy Thanksgiving weekend! I hope you’re enjoying shopping, decorating, and plenty of turkey sandwiches. When I last updated you on our hardwood floors, the new wood had been delivered and was acclimating to the house while the crew removed carpet and damaged boards. That preparation felt like an exciting first step. … Read more

Christmas Decorating Ideas Using Green Accents

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Green is my favorite color for the holidays. A few touches of greenery—fresh sprigs, a wreath, or green accessories—instantly make a space feel warm, cozy, and festive. This week we added a fresh Christmas tree to our home. We took Jack and Lily along to choose it—wrapped in their little holiday sweaters, they loved sniffing … Read more