HHello—Courtney here (Melissa’s daughter). I recently mentioned that I’ve been staying in a small room at my sister and brother-in-law’s new townhouse. Living in such a compact space has taught me a lot about what works and what doesn’t when decorating and organizing a small bedroom. Here are five essentials every small bedroom should have: … Read more

BHG WWe’re thrilled to have two fireplaces in our home — one on the main floor and one in the basement. The lower-level fireplace is brick and was already painted white by the previous owner. You can see it in the post I shared recently (shown below). The Inspired Room The upper-level fireplace is stone, … Read more

Thanks to Nespresso USA for sponsoring today’s post! Recently I’ve been writing about preparing my home for the holidays and hosting guests. While I adore creating a warm atmosphere for my own family, I also enjoy opening our home to friends. Inviting others over and sharing a cozy, festive time feels like a gift, and … Read more

Please welcome my friend Sandy from Reluctant Entertainer as my guest today! I’ve been thinking a lot about comfort lately. I’m not a fan of winter, and the cold seems to bother me more each year. My hot tub has become a trusted refuge — it warms me, eases the aches that follow early morning … Read more

Sources: Shams are from here (my exact ones are out of stock, see lots similar shams at end of this post) // Quilt // Blue and White Floral Lamp Shade // Bird Art Prints: One, Two, Three, Four, in these gold frames // Similar Lidded Basket // Rug // Similar Bed // Faux Garland // … Read more

Coastal Living After creating my own northwest coastal winter front door arrangement, I searched online for more beach-inspired Christmas décor ideas. Coastal Living offered plenty of beautiful inspiration that felt fresh and playful. I wouldn’t actually top my tree with a mermaid, but the idea is whimsical and eye-catching. Theme trees like this can be … Read more

I have a simple and cheerful Easter craft to share. I actually bought these supplies two years ago planning to make them, and my daughter Courtney and I finally finished the project this week. If you have Prime, there’s still time to order the supplies before Easter. If not, save this for next year—or order … Read more

Sources: Brass Wall Sconces // rechargeable lightbulbs // cabinet is RH // Chalkboard was Costco // Wall color Hale Navy Benjamin Moore Have you always wanted wall sconces but don’t have wiring or nearby outlets? Or do you dislike a lamp cord trailing across a counter or down a wall? I found a clever, simple … Read more

  It’s easy for summer to rush past in a whirl of activity and miss the small moments that will matter most in the years ahead. I want to spend my time on things that leave a lasting impression—especially when the internet constantly showcases dazzling makeovers and creative projects that can distract us from the … Read more

Welcome to my home! I’m so grateful to say I’ll be home for Christmas this year. After the challenges of the past couple of years, being able to spend the holidays here feels extra special. If you’re new here, this is our new house. We went through a long stretch of my husband being unemployed, … Read more