How to Start Decorating a Room: My 3-Step Process

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Whether decorating is your passion or a source of frustration, I’m excited to share some news: I’ll be contributing a monthly column to the newly launched My Colortopia blog. My Colortopia is designed to be a hub of inspiration, practical tools, and trusted advice from a group of experienced bloggers who write about paint, color, … Read more

Home-Style Saturday Ideas to Inspire Your Weekend

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Hello, friends! Below are some recent posts from The Inspired Room you might have missed, followed by a curated selection of Home Style Saturday features. Enjoy! How to Be Cozy At Home + Uplifting Music Playlists You’re Invited to the HomeBody Gathering Place (a free community you can join) How to Look for Loveliness in … Read more

Heirloom Jewelry Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas

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Unique Christmas Tree Ideas I enjoy decorating small trees with unexpected accents. I don’t spend hours on them, but it’s fun to try something different. Last year I decorated the dining room tree with my mom’s silver spoons. This season I added some of my grandmother’s jewelry to a little tree. I kept the process … Read more

Spring Decorating Ideas: Add Whimsical Touches to Your Home

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Brass bunny candleholder // Artificial tulips Decorating for spring should be fun. After a long winter, I love savoring and celebrating the season’s arrival with cheerful, simple touches. One of my favorite recent finds is a brass bunny candleholder that adds a bit of whimsy to our home. I also like using realistic artificial tulips, … Read more

New Fall Pillow Ideas + Seasonal Pillow Roundup

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Click here for wingback chair source One of my favorite parts of fall is spending time around the house making things feel cozy. I enjoy small, intentional changes that don’t shout “autumn” but gently bring warmth into a room. Subtle shifts in color and texture—soft throws, muted tones, and tactile accents—are all it takes to … Read more

Toddler Play Kitchen Ideas and Top Pretend-Play Toys Grandparents Love

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One of my favorite parts of embracing the coastal grandmother life is watching my grandchildren’s imaginations take flight. Today I’m sharing a collection of our most-loved play items—grandchild approved and perfect for pretend play. This adorable play kitchen has been in constant use since Forrest unwrapped it at Christmas. It comes with sweet little details—mini … Read more

Holiday Decorating Day 10: Stylish Mantel and Display Shelf Tips

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Uncommon Ground Do you find yourself studying mantels and display shelves the way I do? Below is a curated collection of fall mantel and display shelf ideas from my inspiration files. I shared some mantel tips last year when I decorated my own Christmas mantel, and I often browse photos to pick up tips about … Read more

The Heart of Home Life: Why Presence Matters More Than Things

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I was recently invited to Germany to attend IFA, the leading trade show for consumer electronics and appliances, as a brand ambassador for Samsung Home Appliances. I was excited at the idea of a break from moving boxes and a chance to return to Germany, a place I haven’t visited in many years. In the … Read more

When Superglue Goes Wrong: Fixes for Common DIY Glue Mishaps

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I spent most of Sunday night trying to remove super glue from all ten of my fingers. We were at our old house finishing a few last projects when I decided that one of the floor moldings in my daughter’s room needed quarter round to finish it off. Confident and a bit ambitious, I thought … Read more

12 Stylish Home Accessories to Organize Every Room

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Feeling the urge to organize? Tidy, functional spaces don’t require a big budget or complicated systems. Often you can begin with items you already own. Below are 12 attractive accessories that make organizing simple and stylish. Glass Bathroom Canisters: House Beautiful // Click here for similar canister source Little bowls: House & Home / I … Read more