Hi friends, it’s Courtney here! My husband and I recently bought the Ikea Antilop high chair for our baby. It’s an affordable, practical option—only $19.99—and popular among our parent friends. We decided to give it a simple makeover to achieve a more refined, high-end look. This is how it looked before—clean and straightforward, but plain. … Read more
Greetings, friends! It’s Simple Organizing book launch week — hooray! Tomorrow is the official release day. To celebrate, eight wonderful bloggers are inviting us into their homes (virtually) to share their clutter confessions. It’s a playful, honest look at the spots we usually crop out of our glossy photos. Bloggers often show only the perfectly … Read more
When it comes to autumn throws, tassels add a charming finishing touch. Small details make a big difference: drape a tassel-trimmed throw across the foot of a bed, fold one over the arm of a sofa, or layer several on a chair to create a warm, inviting look. Below is a curated selection of lovely … Read more
Do you have DESIGN CHAOS SYNDROME? How to declutter when too much sparks joy There are many items we keep in our homes that, deep down, we know are unnecessary. The challenge for decor lovers is that a lot of these things don’t look like clutter because they “spark joy.” If you enjoy home style … Read more
If you’d like to be among the first to post your Gallery Wall and show it at tomorrow’s party, the linky will go live tonight at 6:30 PM PST. Yes, that’s early, but I want to make sure everything runs smoothly. Yahoo! DaySpring Winners An attentive reader pointed out that I hadn’t publicly announced the … Read more
It’s been about two years since we completed our kitchen renovation, and I still get questions daily. I’ve updated this post to include the details and sources people most often ask about. Scroll down for specifics and helpful notes. I’m preparing additional posts to answer common FAQs—such as whether we still like our marble and … Read more
Sources: Rattan Twin Bed // Floral Blanket on Bed (reversible) // Blue Gingham Ruffle Sham // Similar Whale Pillow // Striped Indoor/Outdoor Rug Welcome back to The Snug — my office, family room, guest room and future playroom for the grand littles. We moved in two years ago, and for much of that time this … Read more
Hi friends — happy weekend! We’re planning to spend as much time outside as possible this weekend. Seattle has been warm and sunny and it feels wonderful. I hope you’re doing well. I think of you often and know this season has been difficult for many. I also hope the photo of Jack on his … Read more
Before Jack the Goldendoodle, there was another fluffy white dog named Winston, a sweet little Westie. We brought Winston home as a puppy 18 years ago, straight from the farm to our family. We shared so many adventures together, but his favorite place in the world was always the beach. All of our children grew … Read more
Need last-minute gifts? We’ve gathered a selection of thoughtful presents you can still order in time for Christmas. Below are curated ideas for home, kitchen, kids, and more—plus gift wrap suggestions to complete your packages. Brass Window Candles — available in several finishes. I use these and recommend them for a warm, classic look. Bunny … Read more