Want to know six practical tips for decorating your living room? I’ve gathered them here for you. We move furniture around a lot in our house, especially in autumn when I start craving cozy, layered spaces. Real life doesn’t usually allow for emptying a room and refurnishing it the way TV shows do — we … Read more

I have been hunting for the right barstools for my kitchen. Although our island isn’t finished with a traditional bar-height countertop, we discovered during a Better Homes & Gardens visit that it’s a comfortable and convenient spot to sit—perfect for a cup of coffee or prepping vegetables. For the photo shoot the stylist brought a … Read more

Love the pop of turquoise in this inspiration photo, via BHG IIf you’ve been a reader of The Inspired Room for any length of time, you already know about my affair. ……………………{awkward silence.}………………………. ……………………………………………………………………….. You know—the love affair I have with this season. Oh, THAT affair! Of COURSE! It’s pretty obvious, isn’t it? I don’t … Read more

I’m going to say it: I’m 100% ready for fall. October is here, the furnace came on today, and I’m wearing a sweater and cozy socks because I’m always cold — even when the sun is out. That chilly feeling makes me crave all the Hygge comforts. I love the Hygge mindset: embracing the warmth … Read more

I love the look of raised garden beds. They add charm, create defined garden zones and bring structure to an outdoor space. Raised beds can be made from many materials—wood, metal troughs, stone, brick—and each material gives a different look and character. Below are ideas and photos that have inspired me as I continue improving … Read more

Apartment Therapy’s annual contest, The Homies, is back. It’s a popular way to discover fresh home design and inspiration blogs across many categories, and this year the list is full of talented creators. Last year I was honored to have The Inspired Room reach the top 12 in the Home Design Blogs category. It was … Read more

Happy weekend! Here are this week’s highlights from The Inspired Room and friends—fresh ideas for fall tables, seasonal décor, and cozy corners. Tour the 2020 Southern Living Idea House Fall Kitchen Accessories Enjoy the inspiration from me and my friends in this week’s Home Style Saturdays! Southern Hospitality | Thanksgiving Table StoneGable | Indian Corn … Read more

Twine-wrapped pine cone and an old book. Simple Fall Decorating Ideas Welcome — it’s great to have you here! This post is part of a 31-day series about getting inspired for the season and upcoming holidays. I began with easy autumn decorating ideas and will move on to topics like preparing for guests, setting holiday … Read more

Ok — on Tuesday I posted a giveaway and only the photo appeared. The rest of the post didn’t publish: no text, no giveaway details. I’d stayed up late to get everything ready, so that was frustrating. I’m sorry about the mix-up and thanks for bearing with me. If this had happened on April 1st, … Read more

Our dining table has always been one of the most seasonally decorated spots in our home. I love to decorate for the holidays, but I prefer a subtle nod to each season rather than an all-or-nothing switch. I’m not the type to put away Halloween on November 1 and immediately bring out all the Christmas … Read more