Hey, friends! I wanted to stop by to say hello and wish my American readers a Happy Fourth of July and Independence Day. We recently had guests (yay for a freshly updated guest room!), so we’ve been spending time relaxing on the patio and wandering around town, enjoying the beautiful summer weather here in Seattle. … Read more
House Beautiful Well, friends — the Fall Nesting Series countdown has officially begun. We were so excited we couldn’t wait to share a little autumn inspiration with you today. Introducing our 20 Little Things to Love About Fall video! YAY! P.S. You can view the video in full screen on YouTube. We’ll be sharing this … Read more
This post is in partnership with Wayfair Don’t worry—I haven’t decorated for Christmas yet (these photos are from last year). But the calendar is moving fast. Can you believe there are only twelve weekends until Christmas? Here’s my secret for a calmer, cozier season: Start prepping now so the holidays feel thoughtful and warm, not … Read more
A room instantly feels fresher and more inviting when there’s a plant in it. Even better: several plants. If you study photos of interiors you love, you’ll often see at least one plant in the composition. Designers frequently use faux plants—or a mix of real and faux—to create lush, low-maintenance spaces that still look natural … Read more
Cinnamon, vanilla, orange, clove, frankincense — my home already smells like the holidays. I love these warm, cozy scents. Fragrance has a powerful influence on mood and wellbeing, and this season more than ever we can use scent intentionally to create comfort and calm. As the keepers of our homes, the choices we make about … Read more
Beneath My Heart A As 2014 begins, I’ve been thinking about the projects I want to tackle this year. One priority is getting several areas of my home better organized. Small, overlooked spaces can make a big difference when put to good use, so I’m starting there. I recently refreshed our guest room and am … Read more
Do you pick a word of the year to guide you? This year I realized a single word wasn’t enough—I needed a phrase to shape how I live and arrange my space. My phrase is “A place for everything and everything in its place.” It does more than encourage tidying; it invites me to consider … Read more
Autumn Flax and Protea Wreath When I need a creative lift or simply want some relaxed, mindless browsing, I often head online to window shop for home inspiration. I don’t always buy anything—many times I’m just scrolling for ideas that might spark a fresh project. But every so often I do make purchases, and receiving … Read more
Recommended Ebooks Ebooks are an easy, convenient way to learn and be inspired, and you don’t need a dedicated reader to enjoy them—you can read on your computer, tablet or phone. If you enjoy practical resources for family life, homemaking, blogging, parenting and minimalism, there’s a special collection worth your attention. Last fall I published … Read more
She’s here — meet Lila, our first granddaughter. We are so grateful to God for this precious gift. Mama Kylee, baby Lila, and Daddy are all doing well, and we’re enjoying these first peaceful days together. Just five months ago we welcomed our grandson Forrest. What a joy to have both a grandson and a … Read more