Hello friends! I can hardly believe there are only a few days until Love the Home You Have is officially released on Tuesday, March 31. UPDATE: We have filled all of the spots at this time — thank you to everyone for your amazing support! I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has offered to help … Read more

cute thank you cards & notes Here are five charming thank-you cards and note sets to consider for sending a heartfelt message: Embroidered Elephant Flag — A whimsical embroidered design that adds texture and personality to your thanks. Thank You Flag — A boxed set with a modern flag motif, perfect for everyday gratitude. Letterpress … Read more

I love decorating, and I’m a big fan of Sarah Richardson and her show Sarah’s House on HGTV. The new season that recently aired in the US has been especially inspiring as I juggle a number of home projects. Even though Sarah often starts with a brand-new house and a generous budget, there are plenty … Read more

{please look away from the band of swine paint that still circles our ceiling ..} Magazine inspiration photo of one of my kitchens in the 1990s. Once upon a time, back in the late 1900s, I fell in love with a kitchen shown in a magazine photo. I tore that page out and kept it … Read more

My husband and I have collected original art since we were newlyweds. There’s something special about the history, texture and story an original piece brings to a home. While our collection isn’t large or extravagant, we’ve enjoyed finding meaningful works—sometimes at estate sales or secondhand shops, sometimes as anniversary gifts to each other, and sometimes … Read more

Graphic Wallpaper Source: Rifle Paper Co (Rosa: Hunter) I have downsized and decluttered my home several times, and while it wasn’t always easy, each round made the house feel calmer and more livable. Below are practical, experience-based tips to help you start downsizing and decluttering so your home can become the peaceful retreat you want. … Read more

Caitlin Wilson’s Dining Room II’ve always loved wingback chairs at the dining table. They lend a room instant charm and warmth. Used at the heads of the table, wingbacks create a focal point, and their classic silhouette works well with many chair styles and table shapes. Whether patterned or solid, they add personality and a … Read more

So, it finally happened. I grabbed a paintbrush and painted my front door. It only took about an hour for this front door makeover, but I procrastinated for ages—trying to pick the right color, waiting out bad weather, and making every excuse in the book. In the end I decided to stop waiting and just … Read more

It’s that time of year again. (If the end of summer makes you nervous, don’t worry — there’s still plenty of warm weather left.) I look forward to this little ritual every season: the moment when I begin nudging the house toward fall. Can you see them on my entry table? The plush pumpkins have … Read more

Hello Inspired Room readers — Cassie here. I’m excited to be back after a short break. Over the summer we welcomed our second little one, and life has been happily full with a spirited big sister and our newborn, Ashland Rion. I’ve been completely smitten with this tiny new member of our family. A few … Read more