Cozy Entryway Mood Board: Warm Ideas for Welcoming Homes

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Mood board sources below Entryways do a lot of work for a home, yet they are often overlooked when it comes to comfort. Even a small entry can feel welcoming and cozy with a few thoughtful changes. If this is the space that greets your family and guests, it deserves to feel inviting. I recently … Read more

Dreamy White Kitchen Ideas from Real Home Tours

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White Kitchen Ideas Ideas for Decorating, Remodeling, or Simply Dreaming Have you visited the Room Tours section recently? If not, you’re missing a collection of beautiful featured kitchens. These white kitchens are fresh, inviting, and full of personality—perfect inspiration whether you’re planning a remodel or just dreaming about possibilities. Browse the images below to explore … Read more

6 Proven Ways to Keep Your Sink Sparkling Clean

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Today I’m sharing more of my favorite kitchen cleaning tips, with six simple secrets to keep your sink shiny! A clean sink not only makes your kitchen look fresh and inviting, it can also lift your mood and make daily tasks easier. Below are practical tips, a simple DIY soft cleaning paste recipe, and recommended … Read more

Moving Into Your New Home: Complete Checklist & Timeline

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Thanks to PODS® for partnering with us on our move! We are finally moved in, and it feels wonderful to have everything here. Our beds, table and chairs, and all our furniture have arrived. We’re thrilled to be in the new space (see the “before” house tour video to get a sense of the layout). … Read more

Tufted Storage Ottoman for Family Rooms: Style & Function

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S I’m deep in full-on fall nesting mode — the feeling that comes when the season changes and you want your home to feel extra cozy and ready for cooler evenings. I started a cleaning binge this weekend, which quickly turned into rearranging furniture and then into bringing home a new, extremely cozy teal blue … Read more

Christmas 2010: Memorable Moments, Photos & Holiday Highlights

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Christmas 2010 Prayer chains from our church were draped around a small tree, a simple reminder to hold others in our thoughts and to give thanks for everyday blessings. There were a few curious discoveries under the tree — little surprises that made us smile and reminded us that Christmas is full of unexpected moments. … Read more

5 Ways to Make Your Home a Place You Love Living In

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Every choice you make about your home — from design details to the way a room feels to the memories you create there — becomes more meaningful when made with intention. As the creator of The Inspired Room and the author of several books about home, I’ve spent the last 15 years sharing practical ideas … Read more

Patriotic Red, White & Blue Home Decor Ideas

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Better Homes and Gardens Better Homes and Gardens Country Living Better Homes and Gardens New England Home Shop Red White & Blue Decor: Red, White & Blue Decorating Ideas Red, white and blue is a timeless palette that works in many styles—from coastal cottages to classic Americana or modern interiors. Using these colors thoughtfully creates … Read more

Day 22: Fall & Winter Decorating with Quilts and Blankets

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House to Home Use what you have! There is something comforting about bringing out quilts and blankets as the weather cools. For many families, including mine, unpacking and draping those cozy layers is a seasonal ritual. It signals the change in weather and invites a more relaxed, snug atmosphere into the home. Quilts and blankets … Read more