I’m delighted that spring has finally arrived in Seattle. Trees are blooming, bulbs are pushing up through the soil, and the sunnier, warmer days (between the windy, chilly, rainy ones) are inspiring fresh ideas. Recently Birch Lane invited me to join their Spring Refresh campaign along with four other bloggers. I’ll also be taking over … Read more

Reef Cape Cod’s Home Builder Thank you for all the enthusiasm and helpful ideas as we plan this remodel. I read every suggestion and check the spaces to see how each idea might work — it really feels like you’re right here with me. If you prefer design reveal posts rather than floor-plan walkthroughs, you … Read more

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