Great Neighborhood Homes Even though I am very happy and content with my current home, I’m still a dreamer who loves houses. That part of me never goes away. I don’t know if we’ll ever move, but it’s fun to imagine possibilities. Dreaming about other homes can be inspiring, even if you end up staying … Read more

Fall in the Family Room I’ve been traveling the past few days with very slow internet, so while I get settled back in this weekend, here is a curated roundup of my favorite fall projects and posts from the “31 Days Falling for Fall” series. Thank you for following along! Autumn is my favorite season, … Read more

Want to get your home and life organized? If you’re ready to bring order to your home and simplify daily life, there are a couple of small, practical principles that can make a big difference. I’ve adopted two core habits that transformed how I manage housekeeping and stay on top of clutter. They’re straightforward, sustainable, … Read more

BHG My mother installed a deep white sink with a contrasting black underside in our beach house laundry room years ago. I loved it immediately and have been on the lookout ever since for a place to use a sink like that in my own home. My mom’s beach house laundry sink – Sink source … Read more

Small CottageExterior by Norwich Architect Smith & Vansant Architects PC Imagine living in this charming cottage: small, peaceful, and full of character. In the backyard you could plant a vegetable garden, raise a few friendly chickens, and tuck a patch of herbs into the kitchen window for easy access while cooking. The layout feels cozy … Read more

Tips for Organizing Paper! Remember the five-minute rule from our previous Baby Steps to Organization? That simple rule—if a task takes five minutes or less, do it right away—is an excellent way to test whether your paper system is working. Paper inflow can quickly overwhelm a household, so the faster you can decide what to … Read more

Seriously, I just can’t even. Our family has a handful of long-standing autumn rituals we look forward to every year. One of the silliest, and also one of the most beloved, started back when our children were small and we had a dog named Winston. We began dressing him up in playful outfits and costumes, … Read more

Autumn is my favorite season for many reasons, and one of the best is enjoying all the cozy fall drinks. I used to visit coffee shops more often in autumn—to meet friends, work, or simply treat myself to a seasonal latte. In recent years, though, I began crafting delicious coffee at home since I was … Read more

Decorate with a Memo Board! This post is a bit long, but worth your time. The Giveaway. { THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED } On a whim I decided to host a quick giveaway this weekend. I already have a larger giveaway planned for April, but I thought it would be fun to do something … Read more

Have you ever wondered whether to add curtain panels to your windows? Maybe they aren’t strictly necessary, but you aren’t sure if you want them. Maybe you’re unsure of your style, or if curtains are “in” or appropriate for your home. When we first moved into this house I debated adding curtain panels in the … Read more