M Many readers asked about the striking bird wallpaper used in the powder room on Sarah’s House Season Four. It’s easy to see why it caught so much attention — the pattern makes a bold, elegant statement in a small space. HGTV Sarah’s House After a bit of searching, I tracked the wallpaper down: it’s … Read more

For years I’ve relied on these glittery mason jars — they’re my go-to décor for almost any occasion. They’re attractive, simple to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. My favorite trick is using Epsom salt as sparkly snow inside mason jars. It’s inexpensive, easy to find at the grocery store, and I keep a supply year-round. … Read more

1. Don’t play it safe this summer — embrace bold, lively colors and playful patterns to lift your space. via BHG 2. Create a beachy summer vibe by introducing more white, even if your walls or floors are darker — white brightens and refreshes. via HGTV 3. Bring vacation memories home by hunting for a … Read more

Download at A Fabulous Fete Download at Maison de Pax Download at Camille Styles – Photo by Kristen Kilpatrick Download at A Burst of Beautiful Download at Lovely Indeed (cards by Jessica Keala) Download at Craftberry Bush Enjoy! Happy February! Looking for more? Find 14 additional pretty Valentine’s printables that were gathered on the blog … Read more

Fall is about cozy details. This week is a perfect time to gather soft blankets, wool scarves and bits of felt and repurpose them around your home. You don’t need to be an expert at sewing to add simple, handmade touches that make a space feel warm and personal. With a glue gun, a few … Read more

Canadian House & Home: Sarah Richardson Christmas at Sarah’s Farmhouse I’ve long admired Sarah’s farmhouse and was excited to see it styled for the holidays in a recent issue of Canadian House & Home. I didn’t manage to get the magazine myself, even though readers kindly tipped me off about the feature — I was … Read more

Do you find it difficult to make styling decisions for your home? In this post I share a set of practical questions I use when studying inspirational rooms. These prompts help me see what I like, get inspired, and discover my own decorating voice. When I picture a richly layered, well-styled room, designer Sarah Richardson … Read more

Love The Home You Have from The Inspired Room on Vimeo. It’s such a charming little video. I still find it surreal that there’s a BOOK—and even a video trailer—to accompany it. Whether you live in your dream house or not, this book focuses on what it truly means to create a home and a … Read more

I hope you had a wonderful weekend. We were busy helping my daughter move and took Bella, our new puppy, over to start her new life with her. Having a puppy around for the past few weeks was a lot of work, and I confess I was a bit sad to see her go. I … Read more

It’s time for another drive-by! A few weeks after my last walk through Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood, my daughter Courtney and I returned to take more photos of the charming homes and details that make this area so lovely. Quick disclaimer: I’m not a stalker. I don’t peek into windows (except in jest). I simply enjoy … Read more