I’m excited to share part two of this beautiful Seabrook beach house today. It belongs to my friend Susan, who with her husband had this home custom built in Seabrook, Washington. They kindly invited my family and me to stay for a few days this summer, and we completely fell in love with every corner. … Read more

I wanted to stop by with a few quick updates and some happy news about Jack. First, thank you for the positive response to the tips on organizing children’s rooms — many of you asked to see the bus picture featured in that post more clearly, and I’ll share it in a follow-up soon. I … Read more

Click here for above sources (bunny pitcher, bunny dish, tulips, cart and more) Hi friends! Happy Valentine’s Day! I’m popping in with an apology and a little giveaway to celebrate. One of the things I love most about blogging is the connections that form when you share your life and readers share theirs back. Those … Read more

“There’s nothing wrong with daydreaming about home improvements or imagining a different house, but what matters most is what we do next. That next step can either help us grow or hold us back. When I find myself peering over a picket fence, wondering if the grass is greener elsewhere, I stop and change my … Read more

Happy Monday! I’m thrilled to share something special today — a celebration of friends who have joined me to mark the launch of the book Make Room For What You Love. These bloggers are not only talented and inspiring, they’ve graciously taken the time to create thoughtful posts that showcase how they’ve simplified their homes … Read more

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’re already planning the menu. One dessert we always include is this gluten-free, vegan apple pie. Courtney introduced us to it a few years ago and it was so good it immediately became a family favorite at every gathering. The original, simple pie recipe she uses is available from … Read more

Oh joy! I have two surprise giveaways for you this weekend. The first is a beautiful gift idea for moms who cherish a piece of jewelry engraved with their baby’s name and birth details — perfect even when children are grown — or for anyone looking to honor a mom or grandmother with a meaningful … Read more

C Designs Inspiration: Wood Plank Walls From high-end homes to DIY projects and design blogs, wood plank walls are a prominent trend in home décor right now. I’ve always loved wood on walls — previous homes of mine featured charming old paneling and board-and-batten that I still miss. I’m not chasing a trend; I simply … Read more

This post is sponsored by Aquascape®. Patio design and opinions are my own. You guys, I can hardly contain my excitement. We finally have a new patio pond and a bamboo pouring fountain on our side patio — and there’s a giveaway for an Aquascape Patio Pond in the comments below! If you haven’t seen … Read more

Today marks the seventh anniversary of my first book, Love the Home You Have, and I’m delighted to be preparing for the release of my eleventh and newest book, A Lovely Life, which will be published in May. Time truly flies. As a blogger at The Inspired Room since 2007, I remain passionate about encouraging … Read more