You know those “if you give a mouse a cookie” projects that lead to many more? Our mudroom was the first domino. It prompted a main floor renovation, a new kitchen, and then a return visit to finish this little room. It sounds a bit silly, but I’m glad it unfolded that way. I’ll include … Read more

Christmas Candy Canes in a Jar! Several readers asked about the candy canes I used on my Christmas table, so I wanted to share this version — it features the most impressive candy canes I’ve seen. They’re huge, festive, and fun. Although they’re store-bought, these are labeled as handmade candy canes and are fully edible. … Read more

Time for another Autumn Sunday drive by! I’m always drawn to fairy-tale houses — the ones that stand apart from cookie-cutter designs. On a recent drive I discovered a charming home perched on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle with an enchanting view of the city. The property is full of character — even the yard … Read more

Wallpaper Ideas I’ve always liked wallpaper. It’s been a love/hate relationship at times — I’ve wrestled with layers of old paper and stubborn paste, but I’ve also fallen for thoughtfully chosen designs. When you pick the right paper, place it in the right room, and hire a skilled installer (or take your time and do … Read more

Remember when I mentioned months ago that we were repainting the bedroom? We finally finished and I wanted to share the color and the finished look. Painting a dark wall color with crisp white trim is a meticulous process, so it took longer than expected for my very perfectionist painter—my husband—to complete. The wait was … Read more

White kitchen with yellow and turquoise via BHG Sometimes, when I should be doing something responsible—like finishing taxes—I end up browsing color schemes and interiors online. That’s how I find rooms like this sunny kitchen. Turquoise Roman shades — BHG I look at it and think, this room feels cheerful and bright. I like the … Read more

Hey friends! I hope you had a lovely weekend and a wonderful Mother’s Day. I enjoyed an extended Mother’s Week, taking a short working vacation to spend time with family in Seattle. I balanced work with leisurely moments—coffee at neighborhood cafés, meals at a variety of restaurants, walks along the water, and plenty of driving … Read more

Hi friends! It’s Courtney. I recently stayed at a charming Victorian waterfront beach house in Washington with a group of friends, and I wanted to share a little tour. The home felt straight out of a coastal-grandmother mood board — serene, classic, and full of lovely vintage details. The house was adorable as-is, but I … Read more

Blogger Room Tours Looking for fresh design inspiration? Here are four standout blogger room tours from the past year, selected for their creativity, thoughtful updates, and approachable style. Each project showcases practical ideas you can adapt in your own home, from small cosmetic changes to complete room transformations. Note: I’ve been a bit quieter on … Read more

Sconce Details // Faux Cedar Garland We closed on our previous home a little over seven weeks ago and moved into this house. I’m grateful we had time to get somewhat settled before Christmas. There are still projects to tackle and boxes to unpack, but for now I’m focused on making the house cozy and … Read more