There are so many ways to add layers of warmth and comfort to your home each fall, but one of the simplest and most effective changes is to dress your windows. In older or drafty houses, window treatments can reduce heat loss, cut energy costs and instantly make a room feel cozier. Fall is the … Read more

  Fun Tools for the Kitchen Curated picks for cooking and entertaining These playful and practical kitchen tools add personality to everyday tasks. From wooden spoons that feel handmade to eye-catching pitchers and serving pieces, each item blends form and function to make cooking and hosting more enjoyable. Below are a few favorite sources for … Read more

Sources: plaid blankets // Bamboo Shades (see more details and close up photo of color in this post) // more sources at end I always planned to have an upholstered cushion made for our dining bench, but I didn’t want to rush into a custom cover. Custom work can be costly, so I decided to … Read more

Winter home tip: Create mini-destinations in your home. Earlier we talked about giving each room a clear purpose. You can take that idea further by creating small, purposeful corners or vignettes within a larger room. These mini-destinations make your home feel more intentional and give you cozy spots to enjoy during long winter days. You … Read more

As difficult as this pandemic has been, I’ve been trying to notice small silver linings. I’m grateful for a chance to embrace a quieter, simpler, more mindful way of living. Mornings still hold a bit of chill, but the sun has been shining more often. Spring’s shifts in weather feel especially meaningful right now; each … Read more

Welcome to my Fifth Annual Fall Nesting series! {Fall Front Porch Decorating} I’m so glad you’re here. It’s hard to believe this is my fifth annual Fall Nesting series. If I’m doing a fifth-year tradition, it makes perfect sense that it centers on Fall and Nesting — two things that energize and inspire me more … Read more

Comhar All-in-One Standing Desk Hi friends, Courtney here. I wanted to share a recent addition to my small apartment—my new standing desk for working from home—and a life update I’m excited about. I’m getting married this summer! For months my fiancé Dong and I have been deciding where to live after the wedding. I currently … Read more

RI used to struggle to find large glass lamps, so I made a DIY glass bottle lamp. Recently, though, I found a great selection at HomeGoods—beautiful, substantial glass lamps that work perfectly on a console or side table. These new finds aren’t as enormous as my oversized glass jar lamp, but they’re still an impressive … Read more

Getting Organized Here’s a curated collection of inspiring, practical organization ideas for the home. These photos showcase functional, stylish solutions for entryways, mudrooms, closets, home offices, and laundry areas—spaces that make daily routines easier while keeping your home looking fresh. Some of these images are familiar favorites while others are recent finds. Each example focuses … Read more

Hi friends! It’s Courtney. I recently stayed with friends at a charming Victorian waterfront beach house in Washington and took a lot of photos to share. The place felt very much like the popular “coastal grandmother” aesthetic—soft, relaxed, and full of personality. The house was adorable as it was, but I couldn’t help imagining how … Read more