Seabrook is one of those small coastal towns that feels like a storybook. I fell for its character-filled houses the minute I arrived. While I dream of visiting Nantucket someday, Seabrook offered that same classic seaside charm much closer to home. The weathered shingles, simple porches, and cheerful details make you want to slow down … Read more

Every day spent with plants is a good day. Plants lift the spirit and bring calm to a busy household. My grandmother and mother always had lovely flower gardens and indoor plants while I was growing up—my mom still does—which likely inspired my own love of plants. Although I don’t claim a perfect green thumb … Read more

While I’m drawn to the quieter side of autumn, there’s something undeniably stunning about the season’s colorful changing leaves. Nature provides the most inspiring palette of color and texture, and each year I find myself energized by shades of rust, coral and orange. Those warm tones have found their way into many corners of my … Read more

Map Wallpaper For Walls: The DIY way! So you remember that map-covered wall I sometimes show in photos of my house but never fully explained? The one a few of you have been searching for on my blog? This is the post that finally shares the whole story. After getting lots of messages asking about … Read more

Most of my life has been tied to Lake Oswego, Oregon. It’s the place that always feels like home. I grew up there, my husband and I lived there when we were newly married, and we raised our daughters there before moving to Eastmoreland, where we welcomed our son. My parents still live in Lake … Read more

Mug Source // Similar Round Woven Tray // White Slipcover Details // Similar Leather Ottoman Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here for coffee, even if it’s just virtually. A couple of weeks ago my daughter Courtney was visiting and I made vanilla bourbon coffees for us. They were delightfully cozy, the kind of cup … Read more

  CHECK OUT PART ONE OF THE TOUR! If you missed the first part of the home tour, you can find it here for more inspiration. The earlier post explores how a Northwest beach cottage can reflect its surroundings, and offers practical tips for discovering and shaping your personal style. In that post you’ll see … Read more

A glimpse of my ‘finished’ old house inspires me to keep going! I know spring cleaning gets a lot of attention, but fall is a perfect season for organizing too. In September I always feel extra motivated to tackle projects and bring more order to the home. Fall feels cozier and more routine, which makes … Read more

Greetings! I had to laugh at the sign I passed yesterday. Lately it feels like many of the projects we take on are centered around making life more comfortable and safer for our dogs. It sounds funny, but it’s true. Our side patio and backyard updates are no exception — much of what we started … Read more

Our annual Christmas Decor Shop 2024 has arrived. This curated collection is designed to inspire a timeless holiday aesthetic infused with nostalgia and childlike wonder. Each carefully chosen item is meant to serve as the backdrop for family traditions and treasured holiday memories for years to come. * Click HERE to visit the Christmas Decor … Read more