Botanical Art / Runner / Lights / Door: Ozark Shadows BM / Walls: Swan White Glidden Hope you had a nice “spring forward” weekend! I’ve had one of those busy stretches where projects, deadlines and travel all collided. It took most of this week and weekend to catch up after being out of town, but … Read more

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