Dutch Door source and FAQ Greetings, friends! I’ve been eager to return to sharing our exterior and patio projects, and the good news is we’re finally nearing the finish line. That doesn’t mean every idea is complete—there will always be more to tweak—but we’ve wrapped up most of what we set out to do and … Read more

A quiet pause from life’s constant motion is essential for our well-being. Balancing a busy schedule with intentional moments of solitude helps us breathe, refocus, and appreciate the simple joys that otherwise slip by. But with so many demands tugging at our attention, how do we carve out time to slow down and truly savor … Read more

Yellow Chair via House Beautiful {designed by Ruthie Summers} Lately I’ve found myself studying one of my chairs more than usual. At first it felt like idle curiosity, but over time I realized the chair seemed to be asking for a change. The thought kept returning: maybe it wants to be yellow. Not a pale … Read more

We made a lot of progress in our house over the past year. I’m really pleased with what we accomplished. Sometimes I look around and still can’t believe how different things are compared to a year ago. Back then the carpet smelled, the colors didn’t feel right, and the kitchen didn’t function or delight the … Read more

BHG by Lauren Liess 1. Gather four chairs around a round ottoman. BHG 2. Nestle in a corner sectional. BHG 3. Replace a coffee table with an upholstered ottoman. BHG 4. Arrange furniture into two smaller conversation areas. I love cozy little spots for conversation, don’t you? — — — — — — — — … Read more

via House to Home I love a charming garden shed that doubles as a cozy summer house — a small backyard structure designed for relaxing in warm weather. There’s something irresistible about a tiny retreat tucked into the garden: it feels like a private escape close to home. I’ve been picturing a little backyard hideaway … Read more

Home Tour Today I’m excited to share a peek inside a reader’s home. We all enjoy touring well-loved spaces, and this house, owned by Martha, is especially charming. When she sent photos of her kitchen I was instantly taken with the warm, inviting style. Since Martha doesn’t have a blog of her own, I’m delighted … Read more

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] I recently found an early blog post where I first wrote about puttering. It surprised me to realize that post was published 19 years ago. I still can’t believe I’ve been blogging that long. Here’s an excerpt from that original post: After 21 years together, my husband and … Read more

One of the guiding principles I follow at home is that I don’t need to overdecorate — I simply make everyday items more beautiful. Small, thoughtful touches bring a sense of calm and warmth, especially during the fall and winter months when I’m spending more time inside nesting and tending to the home. I love … Read more

House and Home It’s that season again—time for fall nesting. I recently came across this beautiful room and immediately fell in love. It feels warm, inviting, and full of personality. Here are a few practical, cozy design ideas from this space that you can apply at home. Three key takeaways from this cozy room: Use … Read more