Tis’ the season for slowing down to savor what this season is all about. Just before Thanksgiving I learned my thyroid had gone haywire again, and suddenly many of my holiday plans nearly came to a stop. If you’ve read my book Dwelling or followed my wellness journey, you may remember I live with an … Read more

@stefmturner Bathroom Design Inspiration Now that our remodel is finished, I’m excited to personalize more spaces in our home—especially the bathrooms. We have a primary bathroom, a downstairs powder room with whale wallpaper, and another bathroom that my parents used before we built the Tiny Cottage. The bathrooms featured in today’s Sunday Strolls & Scrolls … Read more

House Tour BI’m excited to share a beautiful house tour from a recent trip to Atlanta. Last week I attended a small Ballard Designs blogger event and had the chance to visit a newly built private residence that was being styled and photographed for an upcoming catalog. The home was filled with Ballard furniture and … Read more

Thank you for the enthusiastic response to my kitchen design board — sharing this project with you has been so enjoyable. I was beyond excited to see the cabinets and sink finally delivered. This is a quick progress update to let you know the cabinets are in place; the full reveal will come later once … Read more

Pumpkin spice, chai tea, orange, nutmeg and clove — that’s how fall should smell. Right now, 2020 has brought many challenges, but your home doesn’t have to add to them. With a few simple steps you can create a cozy, inviting fall scent that’s also healthy and natural. Living in Seattle this season, I open … Read more

For the first day of Autumn 1. Maple Leaf Hook 2. Enamelware Mug 3. Fireside Throw 4. Leaves Tea Towel 5. Baltic Amber Candle 6. Gold Flatware Set What’s coming up for Fall Nesting week two? I can’t wait to show you a few cozy updates to my media room! What are YOU working on … Read more

My husband and I fell in love with this house on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle. It feels like one of those grand, old family homes you imagine being passed down through generations. Of course, it would be even better if that imagined inheritance also covered all the maintenance, yard work, and upkeep — but … Read more

Country Living Creating a Mood with Color and Pattern My daughters and I were recently chatting about the color red — one of them even owns a pair of bright red pants that I admire — and that conversation reminded me of a favorite photo: the entry pictured above. It’s a perfect example of how … Read more

Simple Weekend Decorating Projects Looking for an easy DIY to tackle this weekend? Try a paint-marker makeover on a thrift-store lamp to give it a fresh, personalized look. It’s a quick project that can transform an outdated find into a stylish accent for any room. Maybe you have an old lamp tucked away in the … Read more

{weekend inspiration} :: The sofa captures a sweet, original charm while the overall style feels playful and a little quirky. One of my favorite simple design ideas is to think creatively about art — for example, framing colorful catalog pages creates lively, modern wall decor at no cost. It’s an easy, effective way to add … Read more