Do you enjoy entertaining? I do. I host often, but I keep things simple. My gatherings avoid fussy decorations, excessive effort, and unnecessary stress. Because I give myself permission to entertain on my terms, hosting feels enjoyable instead of overwhelming. Between running a business, raising a family and volunteering, my time is limited. That makes … Read more

Source for above – Serena & Lily Hello friends! If you’re shopping for home items over Labor Day weekend, here are some of my favorite decor and home sales right now. I’ve highlighted top stores, notable items on sale, and a few of my personal picks to make your shopping easier. Enjoy the long weekend … Read more

While big projects like a remodel or new furniture are exciting, keeping your home feeling fresh long-term is often about small, inexpensive changes. These little updates are what I do most often in my own home to stay inspired and content without a big budget. Here are 10 easy and affordable ways to refresh your … Read more

“Our dwellings—both our home and body—are intricately connected.Each has the potential to inspire the other to be its very best. Our dwellings will impact our overall wellness and sense of well-being, each like a vessel that can be filled or depleted by our daily choices and habits.” — from the brand new book Dwelling by … Read more

Throughout 2019 and 2020, during some unexpectedly difficult seasons, I wrote and photographed my new book, A Lovely Life. I’ve noticed that every book I write seems to come out of a hard chapter or just after one. That feels fitting—life isn’t always perfect. Some days are lovely and others are not. As I finished … Read more

via flickr by jesse.millan I I received an email last night from a thoughtful reader that touched my heart. She had been reading my posts about childhood aspirations and shared a bit of her story. In her note she described how, somewhere along the way, she stopped visiting that place in her mind where grace … Read more

New England Home Magazine House Beautiful A red, white, and blue room can instantly feel like a breezy holiday retreat. These cheerful spaces put me in the mood for summer. I miss the color red — I truly love it. Today I want to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service … Read more

Woodland Christmas Tree Our Woodland Tree arrived on one of the gloomiest days of the year — pouring rain and gray skies — yet it instantly warmed the room and brightened our spirits. That’s exactly what a Christmas tree should do: bring light and cheer even on the darkest days. The theme centers on woodland … Read more

pallet garden Last summer I painted a wooden pallet to serve as a privacy screen for my not-so-private deck. I attached a few French garden buckets filled with end-of-season annuals and hung them on the pallet to create a small-space hanging garden. It was a nice first attempt, but I kept thinking about adding even … Read more

1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 It wouldn’t feel like fall at home without filling the rooms with the season’s comforting scents. I admit, I enjoy wandering candle aisles and smelling each one—sometimes at the expense of the sales clerk’s patience. There’s something indulgent about sampling every fragrance until you find the … Read more