GI want every flickering candle and a warm, cozy atmosphere right now. It’s been a busy year, and I’m craving small comforts and mood-boosters more than ever. Some time ago I added metal candle sconces to my fireplace wall and a few other spots around the house. They’ve become part of our daily routine now … Read more

Happy almost 2019, friends! Many of us set personal goals at the start of a new year, but do you set goals for your home? Before I look ahead, I always take a moment to look back with gratitude for the improvements—big and small—we’ve made so far. Reflecting helps me prioritize what matters most before … Read more

Welcome to the Love Your Home Challenge — Spring 2016! I’m so excited you’re joining this 31-day journey. Let’s consider today Day One and get started. These simple, bite-sized tasks are designed to help you transform small areas of your home, practice gratitude for what you already own, and rediscover the joy of where you … Read more

For more than a year I thought about adding cafe curtains to my windows, and I finally decided to try them. It turned out to be an easy change—just a pressure rod, a cafe curtain panel, and a few curtain rings. No big commitment, no drama—just a small, affordable update that made a big difference … Read more

It’s almost officially the first day of fall, and I’ve begun freshening up my front porch. We recently painted the deck—the same treatment we gave the back deck—and added a couple of new rugs to brighten the space. The peacock wreath I made last year is still hanging on the door and continues to look … Read more

I enjoyed this Sarah Richardson video and thought you might too. It’s inspiring to see creative, unexpected ways to use different paint colors and shades across rooms and in open-concept spaces. Sarah also shares practical tips on where to begin. I’ve been having a lot of fun experimenting with paint, varying colors from room to … Read more

Muskoka Living Interiors I’ve been looking through the work of Muskoka Living Interiors and I’m completely taken with their aesthetic. Their rooms pair natural wood with white trim, painted walls and wood ceilings in a way that feels warm, calm and timeless. That combination—natural textures balanced by crisp white surfaces—evokes the comfort of home for … Read more

Now that we’ve moved into our new home, I’m excited to settle into fall nesting routines. We’re bittersweet about leaving our old house, but thrilled to begin this cozy chapter. Over the next couple of weeks we’ll be moving furniture and belongings in, and I’m looking forward to slowly arranging things and making the space … Read more

I’m over the moon to share some exciting news. Barnes & Noble is running a limited-time preorder promotion on my new book, Love the Home You Have. For March 9 and 10 only, the book is 50% off — just $7.49. It’s a fantastic price and a great opportunity to grab a copy for yourself … Read more

HHello! Courtney (Melissa’s daughter) here. My mom and I have been talking about how excited we are for spring this year. Around Seattle we’re already seeing small signs of the season: more blue skies, warmer days, and the urge to spend time outside on our side patio. We’re also planning several spring refreshes around the … Read more