I was uploading some phone photos from the 4th of July and decided to share a few here for keepsakes. These are casual snapshots from around the house and garden — simple moments I wanted to save. This photo of Jack on the Dutch door was completely spontaneous. He used to be hesitant about jumping … Read more

A corner desk can double as a nightstand and a bed can have storage below! – House Beautiful I enjoy the challenge of finding smart solutions for small spaces. Making the most of a cozy home takes a bit of creativity, but it can be fun and rewarding. Below is a collection of practical small-space … Read more

This post was sponsored by Aquascape® When we began our side yard project earlier this year, I imagined it would be finished by spring so we could enjoy it all summer. That didn’t happen — the work has moved slowly and the project isn’t complete yet. I keep hoping for mid-fall, but while progress has … Read more

I woke up this morning on a glorious October day to rain pounding on the roof. Naturally, I slipped into full fall nesting mode. I turned up the fireplace, pulled on a cozy sweater and a fun scarf, and began puttering around the house—happy as can be. After my coffee, of course. While puttering, I … Read more

Merry Christmas, friends! Welcome to my holiday home tour. This year marks my 17th season of sharing Christmas decor ideas and home photos online, and I’m so grateful for everyone who has followed along. It’s a joy to connect with kindred spirits who love making a home feel warm and inviting through every season. I … Read more

My blog was down for almost three days for most visitors, which was incredibly frustrating—especially since I was hosting a great giveaway during that time. If you missed the chance to enter because of the outage, you can still enter the giveaway on the original post: click here to enter. You won’t want to miss … Read more

Did you hear the news? My kitchen isn’t completely finished yet, so the full reveal will have to wait (although it’s already feeling cozy as I style the glass cabinets). But this news is even more exciting than a kitchen reveal. This February, I’m going to be a grandma! My empty nest won’t feel so … Read more

A few weeks ago we noticed our front door could use a fresh coat of paint. With dogs coming and going and daily traffic, the finish had become scuffed and worn. For some time we’d been considering a softer color for the door. Now that the paint colors in our home are beginning to flow … Read more

WWhat an exciting day — my new book, Simple Gatherings, is now available. If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, you can order one from Amazon or Barnes & Noble, or ask your local bookstore to carry it. I hope Simple Gatherings inspires you to feel more confident and intentional about opening your home. … Read more

House and Home It’s that time of year again—fall nesting is here. I recently came across a beautiful living space that stopped me in my tracks: warm, colorful, and utterly inviting. What can we learn from this room and bring into our own homes to create that same cozy feeling? Three key takeaways from this … Read more