Climbing Roses: Sunday Strolls and Garden Notes

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@saltairenantucket If I had to pick a favorite flower pairing for a cottage-style home, it would be climbing roses framed by abundant blue hydrangeas. As our renovation edges closer to completion — and by closer I don’t mean everything will be finished this week or even this month; there’s still a long list — I’m … Read more

Daily Self-Care Rituals for Homebodies to Recharge at Home

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Being a homebody can transform your life and positively influence those around you in simple, healthy ways. As part of my Year of Dwelling Well, I’m starting a three-part mini-series on daily self-care rituals for the homebody. If you missed my previous series, How to Find Joy at Home, you can catch up on that … Read more

Where Should You Place the Couch? Tips + Giveaway

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Pre-order this brand new decorating book and enter to win a $500 Wayfair gift card! Scroll to the bottom for details. You know those tricky questions or stressful situations that keep you awake at night? How do you pick the right paint color? Can you create a cohesive style in a home filled with mismatched … Read more

Visiting Butchart Gardens: What to See, When to Go, and Tips

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Hello friends! How was your week? If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen a sneak peek of what was happening at my house yesterday — I was so excited to share it. While sorting through my blog drafts this week I discovered an unpublished post about our trip to Butchart Gardens in … Read more

Classic White Kitchen With Colorful Patterned Roman Shades

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Southern Living I’ve been collecting kitchen ideas as we prepare for our upcoming remodel. I came across this beautiful kitchen featured in Southern Living and wanted to share it here because it captures so many elements I love. The classic white palette feels timeless and bright, while small, cheerful accents — like the playful roman … Read more

Charming Potting Shelves for Small Gardens and Indoor Plants

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Southern Living Hello, little garden shelf in a charming courtyard. Country Living Simple and sweet: pots arranged on a shelf create an inviting display. My Home Ideas What a delightful little shed with a wide potting shelf—so charming. Country Living A proper potting table—simple, practical, and full of possibility. Cooking Light An indoor potting shelf … Read more

5 Cozy Ways to Welcome Autumn into Your Home

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This post is in partnership with Wayfair My home is getting cozier as autumn approaches. Below I share five simple fall ideas plus a few new pieces I recently added from Wayfair that make our space feel warm, practical, and ready for the season. I hope these ideas inspire you to refresh your home for … Read more

Backyard Tour: Pea Gravel Patio, Flagstone Paths & Secret Garden

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If you missed my posts this summer, here’s an update: our family moved to Seattle and we’re settling into our new home while getting our son started at his new school. We’re excited about this chapter, though moving has its logistical challenges. If you want the backstory on why we moved, our moving day, and … Read more

Green Accents: Simple Ways to Add Nature to Your Home

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Lonny Green has always been one of my favorite colors. With March arriving quietly and St. Patrick’s Day close at hand, it felt like the perfect moment to look for fresh ways to bring green into our homes. Green can be bold or subtle, earthy or bright, and it pairs beautifully with neutrals, wood, and … Read more