Mark D Sikes – House Beautiful – built-ins inspirationWhen we first saw the living room in our new house, we were excited to find several features that made it special. This is the living room on the main floor. It’s larger than any room in our previous home, which gives us room to breathe and … Read more

A Nancy Meyers–Inspired Coastal Cottage Christmas People often tell me my decorating feels like Nancy Meyers meets coastal cottage, and it’s a compliment I never tire of. Those film homes—think The Holiday, Something’s Gotta Give, and It’s Complicated—blend comfortable, lived-in warmth with a timeless, welcoming aesthetic. At Christmastime that cozy feeling becomes especially enchanting: imagine … Read more

My Living Room To order any window coverings from Select Blinds, be sure you use my special link for the best possible discount! Plus if you also put in my code INSP1RE5, you’ll receive an additional 5% off the best price offered anywhere! Hey friends! Are you excited about home projects this year? I am … Read more

If you’re considering a York Pottery Barn slipcovered sofa, here’s an honest update based on our experience. I’ve owned our Pottery Barn white slipcovered sofa for about eight months. Having had a similar sofa with the same fabric years ago, I felt confident ordering this one—and I’m very pleased with it. Ours is the York … Read more

Hi friends! I’m Michaela, and I’m excited to share a simple, charming DIY you can make in February for Valentine’s Day. I adore flowers, so this project is a favorite — it’s easy, affordable, and makes a lovely gift or centerpiece. This tutorial shows how to create a heart-shaped floral arrangement. It’s perfect for a … Read more

This deck project is in partnership with Trex and Lowe’s Welcome to our backyard and the reveal of our new Trex deck. The day has finally arrived and I’m thrilled to share the transformation with you. Thank you for joining our virtual deck reveal — it’s been a long time coming, and I can’t wait … Read more

HHello, friends! It’s been a bit chaotic around here lately, but come on in anyway. I haven’t had much time to slow down and really enjoy my home. The past few months were busy and fun, but I miss puttering around the house and doing simple things like spring cleaning. Maybe you can relate—sometimes an … Read more

Here are six practical tips for organizing under the sink so everything has a home and is easy to find. One area I’d been meaning to organize for a long time was under the sink. It’s one of those spaces that easily becomes a catch-all, so I finally tackled it and I’m sharing what worked. … Read more

It is almost time for holiday parties! I’ve always loved hosting. Inviting friends and family over is one of the best motivators to get my home organized and ready. A party on the calendar sharpens my focus and makes it easy to prioritize the tasks that transform a house into a welcoming space. Whether I’m … Read more

How to Decorate with Accessories I prefer to decorate using what I already own. Many pieces of my furniture and accessories have been with me for years. From time to time I refresh a vignette or add a single new piece, but mostly I rely on what I have and rearrange it to feel fresh. … Read more