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

One of my most useful decorating tips is to weave beautiful, functional kitchen items into everyday routines. Below are 12+ affordable, practical ways I bring pretty pieces into my own kitchen — ideas that make daily tasks more enjoyable and that you can easily adapt to your home. Here are 12+ pretty and practical ways … Read more

Hello friends and Merry Christmas week to you! With just one night until our family arrives, I wanted to share a quick peek at our refreshed bedroom. I’ll have a more detailed update after the holidays, but I thought you might enjoy a few photos now. A few months ago we debated painting the room … Read more

Hi friends! I’m excited to share an update for the Makeover in a Month series. A group of blogging friends and I set a timeline to each start and finish a room makeover in our homes by the end of the month. Deadlines make you move fast—kind of like how a visit from company will … Read more

Gifts for Men :: Father’s Day Gifts   Need inspiration for a perfect present for the men in your life this Father’s Day? Here are stylish, useful and thoughtful ideas for the modern dad. Enjoy! Below are curated gift suggestions across categories—from coffee gear to grooming, outdoor cooking to tech—that appeal to a range of … Read more

Lovely: open shelving, pretty dishes and perfectly aqua bead board. Pretty: decoupage a vanity or dresser with some summery paper. Add a quirky stool in green. Shiny: have your local glass shop cut mirrors for dresser drawers. A mirrored surface reflects sunlight and brightens any room. Blissful: hang a porch swing to create a relaxing … Read more

Recently I installed new bamboo shades in the family room and they’ve been wonderful—great for privacy and keeping the house cooler when the sun is strong. I liked the look of the shades on their own, but I wanted curtains too: something to soften the space, add texture, and create a layered, cozy feel. Finding … Read more

You know those moments when you should be setting the table for dinner but instead start imagining a new furniture layout? That happened to me recently. Over the years I’ve put up many plate walls, and most started on a whim when inspiration hit. We’ve been shifting things around the house a lot lately — … Read more

I have loved this charming kitchen since I first saw it years ago in The Cottage Journal. Over the past year Andrea from Willow Wisp Cottage—the owner of this kitchen—has become a good friend and an inspiring leader in our Pure & Lovely Tribe. This lovely kitchen was designed by another friend and talented designer, … Read more