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
Coastal Living WWith the holidays approaching, kitchens quickly become the center of activity again. When you plan to entertain at home, small flaws you’ve tolerated all year suddenly stand out: peeling paint, limited storage, outdated decor. Those imperfections prompt fresh ideas and fast fixes. Sunset Coastal Living I often find myself racing to refresh or … Read more
Who’s looking forward to sunny days? I know I am! I’ve noticed snow in a few yards around the country recently, so I can’t complain — we’ve already had some sun here and I’m soaking it up. This post is in partnership with T.J.Maxx When the weather warms up, I love having cozy outdoor spots … Read more
striped pot (set of two) / oval lidded basket / green and white plates and bowls This year I’m continuing my mission to give everything a proper home and keep surfaces clear. Recently I added a few new baskets to help organize and style our kitchen, and I wanted to share what’s working for us. … Read more
Willow Tree Nativity Have you started your Christmas decorating yet? Besides arranging our woodland-style tree and refreshing the mantel, the main piece I’ve placed this season is our Willow Tree Nativity set. Its simple, handcrafted figures bring a quiet, meaningful focal point to the room. Even if this nativity were the only decoration I put … Read more
Some excellent Black Friday deals are already live, and several favorites from our holiday gift guides are discounted too. If you’re doing Christmas shopping this week, you might even finish before Thanksgiving — hooray! Thank you for supporting our family and small business over the years. We love sharing home ideas and inspiration with you. … Read more
There are many effective ways to make your home feel less cluttered. While the simplest answer can be to remove excess items, often the way everyday essentials are arranged contributes to a crowded look. With a few thoughtful habits and quick tweaks, you can reduce visual clutter and make your rooms feel calmer and more … Read more
WLately I find myself irresistibly drawn to bright, sunny rooms, fresh bouquets and cheerful cotton hand towels. There’s something about color and light that feels like a little boost after long, grey days. Sun deprivation? I feel some spring fluffing coming on. I can’t take it anymore. It’s time to start thinking about refreshes and … Read more