One of the best parts of tackling home improvement projects in summer (at least here in Washington) is being able to work outdoors and refresh furniture with paint. I always wish I could paint outside through the winter, but around here that usually isn’t possible until July. When you’re working with a tight furniture budget, … Read more

Happy weekend, friends! Recent posts on The Inspired Room Christmas Decorating with Mini Trees It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas Around Here (a peek inside my home) Cozy Holiday Home Playlist Happy Gifts to Inspire More Joy in Your Home Enjoy the inspiration in this week’s Home Style Saturdays! Shabbyfufu | Christmas Dining … Read more

Back when we planned our kitchen remodel, our goal was to add as much character as possible within the existing footprint. We weren’t opening walls or adding square footage, so every change had to work inside the current structure. One simple decision made a big impact: softening two small doorways into arched openings. Changing those … Read more

When you put a little extra thought into your holiday table, it’s not only a welcome gesture for guests but also a way to create a memorable celebration. At our house, I love combining rustic touches with a hint of glam. The look doesn’t require excess — simple, thoughtful details create warmth. Rustic elements soften … Read more

Homebody Mug Source // Brass Wall Light Set of 2 (no electrical wiring necessary, see details here) Creating a simple morning ritual can transform how your day unfolds. When ordinary morning tasks are approached as small, savored activities, they become moments you look forward to and they shape the tone of your day—both for your … Read more

Hey friends! I’m happy to share our annual holiday gift guides. We spent time curating thoughtful, practical, and stylish gift ideas so you can find something special for everyone on your list without leaving the couch. To make shopping simple, the guides are organized by category. Browse the banners below to explore curated selections for … Read more

Making simple changes in our home, one step at a time, transformed my life and my family’s health. I feel better than ever. Over the years, small switches toward a toxin-free home have produced big improvements for us. We removed harmful ingredients and embraced cleaner products. Here are the steps that helped us feel our … Read more

Gingerbread House by A Homemade Living – click here for recipe and tips A few years ago our family held a gingerbread house decorating competition. It turned into one of those simple, joyful Christmas evenings we still talk about. My daughter Courtney and her now-fiancé organized the whole event — they brought kits, frosting, candy … Read more

image: House Beautiful Kitchen Ideas Frustrated by glossy magazine kitchens you can’t recreate on a budget? You can still learn a lot from those photos. A beautiful kitchen isn’t about copying every detail or buying the most expensive materials. It’s about noticing small, achievable elements that create the overall feeling and using them in your … Read more

One of the first makeovers we completed in this house was our son’s bathroom, which also doubles as the girls’ and guest bathroom. For that initial update we avoided big, messy projects like replacing countertops or repainting cabinets. Instead we added a wall of DIY board and batten, chose a cheerful paint color, installed a … Read more