Rug Source // Bamboo Shades // More dining sources at end Once upon a time, in a bright spring dining room, there lived a puppy named Finnegan. He was the happiest, most cheerful pup you could imagine—tail wagging, eyes sparkling, always ready for fun. One sunny afternoon, Finnegan discovered something on the dining table that … Read more

As we enjoy the final days of the holidays with family, I wanted to share a roundup of some favorite blog posts and home projects from 2019. I’m excited for 2020 — it’s going to be a creative and productive year for our home. Over the last four years we’ve been transforming a simple 1950s … Read more

Cottage by the Sea is a personal take on coastal decorating—an inviting mix of charm, authenticity, and timeless comfort. It nods to classic coastal design while weaving in the warmth of cottage living, the character often found in New England homes, and a relaxed Pacific Northwest sensibility. Here are five practical ways to embrace the … Read more

If you want to pull a room together and make it feel cozy in time for the holidays, this jute and cotton rug is a great option. It’s available in several colors and is on sale this week. Below I share our experience with the rug and answer common questions to help if you’re shopping … Read more

Hi friends! Michaela here with my monthly entertaining ideas. Mid-November has arrived and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Below is a simple, elegant tablescape idea plus an easy DIY place-card project to add a personal touch to your holiday table. Materials: mini canvases (craft store), black marker, gold paint, paintbrush. Step 1: Write each … Read more

I took a few days away from holiday decorating and blogging to bake cookies (a lovely recipe from Bake at 350) and spend time with my family watching Buddy the Elf and other holiday favorites. There’s so much creativity online right now that I wanted to share a handful of inspiring finds from around the … Read more

Table Decorating Ideas for Fall Fall is in the air, and I’m already picturing a dining room filled with friends, delicious food and thoughtfully set tables. Designing a beautiful table is part of fall nesting — it creates a warm, inviting space for family and guests to gather. Even with a relaxed, informal style, I … Read more

With the new year here, I’ve been eagerly making design choices to make our new house feel like our own. I’ve always loved lantern-style lighting — remember the copper and iron lantern we used in the dining room of our craftsman lake house? It was one of the first types of fixtures I looked for … Read more

I have a soft spot for clipboards. I’m fascinated by the idea of a rotating, easily changeable photo display, and when you pair clipboards with a stairwell, the result is a perfect, dynamic gallery wall. The concept is simple and practical: clipboards let you swap photos, art, or notes whenever you like, creating fresh looks … Read more

I visited my daughters in Seattle yesterday so we could get our nails done and enjoy some girl time. While we stopped for lunch, I received a message from my friend Ann Voskamp telling me she had just noticed that Love the Home You Have had appeared on the New York Times Best Sellers list. … Read more