HHello, friends! Happy November. The holidays are here, and we’ve gathered a beautiful curated collection of Christmas decor to inspire your seasonal decorating. From classic ornaments to cozy stockings, festive garlands and wreaths, we’ve searched for the sweetest, highest-quality pieces to help you create a warm, inviting home for the holidays. Shop comfortably from home—sip … Read more

Martha Stewart I have always enjoyed the challenge of living well in a smaller home and making every inch count. In the tiny English cottage I once lived in, finding clever storage and smart furniture arrangements was like a game — a satisfying puzzle to solve so the house worked perfectly for our family. How … Read more

1. Hang a pinecone garland or pinecone string lights around a door. Similar taper candles 2. Choose pretty candle holders and taper candles to enliven your mantel. 3. Make simple DIY place cards using small vases and sprigs of greenery for the table. Find more placecard ideas and sources on the original blog post. 4. … Read more

Hey friend! I’m glad you stopped by. You’re in the right place. No, it’s not Christmas anymore — though you’ll see some holiday photos here, the decorations at my house are already put away. Let me tell you why. At this time of year many of us are not only setting goals but also looking … Read more

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