Do you have a “junk drawer” in your home? Is yours a drawer that makes you smile when you open it like the one above, or does it make you sigh? If your drawer falls into the latter category, you’re not alone. The good news is that transforming a messy catch-all into an attractive, functional … Read more

Spring Tea Party Ideas Country Living features beautiful photographs that spark fresh ideas for decorating and creating special moments. Their images inspired me to plan a spring tea party — a simple, elegant way to celebrate the season with friends and family. Host a Spring Tea to Celebrate Spring is perfect for a tea party … Read more

“My house is my sanctuary. I know you feel the same way about yours. A home isn’t meant to be a showplace for the world; it should first and foremost nurture your family.” (Fireplace Details / Sofa Details / Room Sources) We’ve been busy around the house this week, and it feels good to focus … Read more

If you want a quick DIY firepit ready for a cozy fall evening this weekend, you’re in the right place. The supplies for this firepit were provided by Lowe’s. This project is EASY PEASY! SKILL LEVEL: Easy. If we can do it, you can too. SUPPLIES: You can purchase a firepit kit from Lowe’s that … Read more

Country Living Once upon a time I found a beautiful green garden stool at a flea market. I could hardly believe my luck. I had been searching for green accents to add richness and depth to my color palette, and this stool felt like the perfect find. Unfortunately, my excitement didn’t last. My husband accidentally … Read more

Looking for fresh ideas to decorate your home for spring? This guide offers simple, beautiful ways to bring a springtime mood indoors using staple accessories you may already own. Below you’ll find practical tips, styling ideas I’ve used personally, and a spring mood of inspiration to refresh your spaces. Spring decor basics: vessels, blooms, botanicals, … Read more

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One of my goals this year has been to work through the house room by room to make each space more organized and functional. I’ve been planning improvements for rooms like the family room, master closet, office, and a craft closet. One room, though, has been more of a slow puzzle for me and has … Read more

Behold, our kitchen. The transformation has begun. I thought you might enjoy a peek at the progress—seeing the space cleared out already makes it easier to imagine the finished design. It isn’t the prettiest stage of the process, but the blank slate helps me visualize layout, finishes, and light more clearly. If you’d like to … Read more

Summer is almost here—hooray! Do you have plans for the season? I hope you’ve set aside time for rest, travel, gardening and simple fun. Even in summer, many of us still have responsibilities: work, household upkeep, yard and porch care, fitness goals, and the seasonal projects we’ve been meaning to tackle. Summer can quickly become … Read more