Hi friends! I’m out of town this week enjoying a little time away with my husband, so I’ve been mostly offline (except for a few updates on my Insta stories) but I wanted to pop in quickly to answer a question from my last post. I thought many of you would find this helpful, so … Read more

Hey friends! How was your weekend? I hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day. I enjoyed an extended Mother’s Week, taking a short working vacation to spend time with family in Seattle. I managed to mix work with downtime and captured a few moments from the trip to share here. Although I had plenty of … Read more

New England Home I Many of us crave order in our homes. As the year begins, renewing routines and simplifying daily life starts with spaces that are both functional and welcoming for your family. I draw inspiration from rooms that marry livability with storage solutions. Whether you prefer open shelving, closed cupboards, freestanding furniture or … Read more

  While the contractors were finishing a few final touches around our kitchen, we decided to put together a second small Christmas tree. Earlier, when working on our Woodland Christmas tree, we picked up some silhouette rubber stamps, gift tags, and washi tape at a craft store. They made a perfect rainy-day DIY project. I … Read more

Hi there! My family and I are spending the weekend in the charming beach town of Seabrook, Washington. It’s our first visit and the place has already exceeded our expectations. We’ve wanted to come here for a long time, and finally being here feels like a dream. I can’t wait to show you where we’re … Read more

I can’t stop laughing—Lily is dressed as a cow for Halloween! It all started because my youngest son turned thirteen. Suddenly everyone in the house becomes fair game for holiday outfits, including our dogs. Lily looks utterly ridiculous and absolutely adorable at the same time. Putting costumes on pets feels like a rite of passage … Read more

via Sunset Magazine – Peppermint Stick Cocoa in a jar YUMMY! It’s the perfect season to begin preparing sweet treats and thoughtful gifts for friends and neighbors. Homemade gifts in jars are charming and personal, and peppermint stick cocoa is an especially inviting choice this time of year. A jar filled with cocoa mix, crushed … Read more

Coastal Living Aqua Door I love Even though it’s fall, that aqua door with the starfish wreath still catches my eye. The color feels fresh and unexpected for the season, and the wreath gives it a relaxed, coastal charm that brightens the entryway. Coastal Living Family Space The family room feels warm, collected, and lived-in. … Read more

New England Home With summer officially beginning in a few days, I’m switching things up around the house. I’m choosing lighter fabrics, a brighter palette, more fresh flowers and natural seasonal accents to welcome warm-weather living. The last few months of staying at home have given me time to reflect on how our family uses … Read more

II talk a lot here—sharing what I like, what I’m doing, and ideas from around my home. That’s a lot about me, so today I want to flip the script and hear from you. This post is all about getting to know you and your home. I ask a question at the end of almost … Read more