I love updating my home with the seasons. If you visit here often, you’ve probably noticed I don’t rely on heavy themed décor. Instead I favor a neutral foundation—paint colors, rugs, and key pieces—that lets simple accessories shift the mood from cozy autumn and winter to bright spring and summer. Keeping things mostly neutral and … Read more

This post created in partnership with World Market. The projects and opinions are my own. H Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you enjoyed a restful holiday break with family and friends. I’m excited to begin the new year in a new house and to share updates about what’s happening here. This week I’ll post … Read more

@miracleonthirtyfourth A reader recently sent a lovely message noting how I blend classic pieces with whimsical touches. I appreciated her observation—it’s exactly the approach I favor. Throughout every home we’ve lived in, I intentionally weave in moments of whimsy alongside timeless furnishings. To me, whimsy can mean a playful pattern, an unexpected pop of color, … Read more

Fresh as a daisy! Aren’t these daisy sheets absolutely charming? They feel perfect for summer and look delightful on my newly acquired bed. After leaning against the fireplace in our living room for four weeks, the Ethan Allen Quincy bed we found on Facebook Marketplace finally made it up the stairs to our bedroom this … Read more

I love helping people create a home that reflects their true style. Instead of following short-lived trends or copying what others say is fashionable, I encourage you to stay true to what you love. For more than fourteen years I’ve shared how to use what you already own, collect meaningful pieces over time, and surround … Read more

One of the questions I’m asked most often is where my rattan dining chairs came from. I originally found mine at a local At Home store, but they’re no longer available there. Good news: I’ve gathered several very similar options so you can find the same look. Many are currently on sale for Way Day, … Read more

@sweetshadylane Lovely Christmas Decor Inspiration Happy December! We finally put up our tree today. Normally I decorate around Thanksgiving, but this year we were traveling and waited a bit longer. Seeing these beautifully decorated rooms has been so inspiring, and I wanted to share a few of my favorite looks to kick off the season. … Read more

I love hanging baskets on my door to showcase seasonal flowers. It’s a simple way to bring color and life to the entryway—grab a spring bouquet, some cut branches, or a few plant clippings from the yard and tuck them into a basket. Our basket hangs from a ribbon secured between the two sections of … Read more

New England Home I love this season for a bit of gentle puttering and decluttering. Clearing out items that no longer serve you makes space for decorations, gatherings, and the simple pleasures of the holidays. A small, intentional effort can make a noticeable difference in how your home feels. Today my plan is modest and … Read more

Hi! It’s Courtney. I’m excited to share my apartment bedroom with you today. As I mentioned in my empty apartment tour yesterday, this is my first apartment that has a completely separate bedroom. My previous place had an open one-bedroom layout with a partial cutout wall, which offered some separation but not the same privacy. … Read more