I have always appreciated the marriage of form and function in design. When everyday household items are both useful and attractive, routine tasks like cooking, cleaning, and tidying become more enjoyable. When functional items are attractive enough to remain on display while the room still looks orderly and cohesive, it’s a dream for anyone who … Read more

Winter is my favorite season for indulgence. I adore sinking into a hot, bubble-filled tub or curling up by the fire in a cozy blanket. Hot tea or cocoa, a good movie, a gripping mystery novel, or snuggling with my partner—these are my images of winter comfort and relaxation. There’s something about chilly evenings that … Read more

Happy Monday! Many people tend to delay decorating the bedroom until other rooms look more finished. There are plenty of good reasons for that—budget constraints, prioritizing spaces guests see first, or simply feeling overwhelmed by choices. I’ve often left the bedroom for last in past homes, too. Money can slow decorating momentum. When you’re balancing … Read more

While it has been about ten months since my kitchen felt “finished” enough to call it done, I never shared a clear sketch showing the layout before and after the remodel. It was enjoyable to document each step of the renovation so readers could follow along before the reveal — half the excitement is in … Read more

Welcome to Fall Nesting! We all long for a home that feels warm, cozy, and welcoming. Even if it’s sweltering where you are right now — and you’re dreaming of air conditioning — it’s possible to start thinking about the mood you want your home to have when autumn arrives. In this Fall Nesting series, … Read more

Think you don’t have a green thumb? I don’t either, but that hasn’t stopped me from getting my hands dirty creating small gardens. I kill a few plants along the way, but I find gardening fun and therapeutic, so I keep trying—and learning as I go. Update: here are some of my own tiny gardens! … Read more

HHello! There’s an exciting update in our kitchen: the cabinets are finally being delivered and installed. I don’t have photos of the install yet because the work started after this post was drafted, but I’m absolutely thrilled—doing a happy dance over here! Right now the room shows dark blue walls and a natural wood tongue-and-groove … Read more

I’ve had a lot of questions about how our church is coming along in its new building, so I wanted to share an updated look into my creative “home away from home.” Decorating for others is one of my favorite things. While I enjoy styling my own home, transforming a shared space for a community … Read more

Source: habituallychic.blogspot.com   Find Your Style on Pinterest Yesterday I pinned a living room that really spoke to me. It felt like a place I could come home to — warm, cozy, mostly white but with thoughtful splashes of color. Comfortable yet stylish. That combination is exactly what I find most appealing. At the same … Read more

If you want to be among the first to share your Gallery Wall and show it off at tomorrow’s party, the linky will go live tonight at 6:30 PM PST. Yes, that’s earlier than some might expect, but I’m posting it then so I can confirm everything is working smoothly. Excited to see your entries! … Read more