You can purchase the downloadable Lovely Life Seasonal Planner here! Days can slip away quickly if we’re not intentional. Without a gentle plan, one season can pass before we’ve had a chance to truly enjoy it. Even as empty nesters with more freedom than when our children lived at home, we still juggle routines: work, … Read more

I recently sent four kids off to college or into their own homes over the course of two weeks. While I miss them, I’m also excited to reclaim space and get organized. After a busy summer with five kids at home, I’m ready to slow down, settle in, and enjoy a quieter season. This year … Read more

Fall inspiration and natural decorating images from BHG Welcome to the 6th annual Fall Nesting series Can you believe it? Fall is here. Nights are getting crisp and cool. Leaves are beginning to turn, and soon we’ll be curled up by the fire with a warm drink and a good book. It’s the season many … Read more

Today I’m thrilled to reveal the cover of my new book, The Inspired Room. After months of work behind the scenes, my second book, The Inspired Room, is finished and scheduled for release on November 1. My first book, Love The Home You Have, became a New York Times bestseller and introduced the ideas and … Read more

Coastal Living I love to see a little fun and whimsy in a room. A kitchen like the one pictured proves that a few playful touches can transform an ordinary space into something memorable. The dog artwork adds warmth and personality, while oversized buttons on slipcovers introduce a cheerful, unexpected detail. These small elements work … Read more

Would you like to join me on a Seabrook dream house tour? My family and I were thrilled to spend a few days in a literal dream home on the Washington coast. The house belongs to my friend Susan, and we feel so grateful for her generosity in sharing it. As a long-time blog reader, … Read more

HHello, I’m Melissa and I have a soft spot for books—especially the ones I love to both read and display. In the kitchen, books feel at home. Cookbooks are the obvious choice, but I’m also drawn to books about vegetable and herb gardening, entertaining, and related topics. bookends from Lulu and Georgia In our previous … Read more

DIY Jewelry Storage via Whippy Cake Along with the craft closet we are planning for our guest bedroom, we’re ready to tackle our master bedroom closet this year. I’m really excited about the project. My small walk-in closet works but lacks personality and function, so I’ve begun gathering inspiration to shape what I want to … Read more

Make people wonder about you. It makes life more fun. I remember when I first discovered Homes & Gardens — they celebrate the kind of creative, unconventional painting I enjoy. Their pages felt like permission to break the rules and design with personality. When visitors ask why my paint stops short of the ceiling, I … Read more

Hello, friends! Happy Saturday — I hope you’re doing well. Here are a few things happening around our house lately: I’ve been spending cozy hours by the fireplace writing a new book. I shared my daily coffee ritual in my Instagram stories and enjoyed the small, simple routine. Though we haven’t been out much, FaceTime, … Read more