Drumroll please. Strike up the band. Drop the confetti. Release the doves… We’re thrilled to share Stacie’s stunning Young House Love–inspired master bedroom transformation. A few weeks ago we created a mood board, and Stacie moved quickly to put the plan into action. The result is a far more dramatic and beautiful makeover than we … Read more

And now a behind-the-scenes story about a ceramic animal mishap. While we were working on this project, something unfortunate happened. …this occurred: I’m not quite ready to go into every detail, so here’s John’s illustration of how the accident unfolded: Sadly, my favorite giant ceramic dog — a find from HomeGoods three years ago for … Read more

Brass mouse in leaf boat candle holder // Similar Birch Taper Candles (battery operated) There’s a lot of chatter online about what’s fashionable in home decor and what isn’t. Personally, I think decorating should be deeply personal. Your home should reflect what brings you joy. Trends come and go, but the pieces that make you … Read more

Since we downsized to our current 1,400-square-foot home three and a half years ago (our previous house was more than twice that size at 3,150 square feet), we’ve learned a few layout lessons that make small-house living feel spacious and practical. Smart storage is essential, but specific layout choices are what truly help a family … Read more

As October winds down, it’s tempting to jump into Christmas wrapping and tree setup. I’m not there yet—this is an older photo—but many of us will begin decorating in the coming weeks. Are you ready? For me, fall nesting naturally shifts into holiday simplifying and planning before the actual decorating begins. Sometimes the tree is … Read more

Hardwood floor inspiration via Design Sponge (Exquisite Surfaces) This post is sponsored by Mohawk Flooring. Are you dreaming of new flooring? Flooring shapes the look and feel of a home and influences decorating choices and future renovation plans. Whether you’re living with existing floors for a while or beginning with a blank slate, selecting the … Read more

When Melinda read about our tray tiling project, she and her husband decided to try a little tray customization themselves. Here’s what she sent us: My husband and I were inspired by your DIY tray project from a couple of weeks ago. My sister is a huge tea drinker, so I decided to make her … Read more

Paint Colors Choosing a White Paint for an Older House I often get asked about the antique white paint I used on many walls, trims, and the kitchen cabinets in my older home. I truly love this paint color for an older house. It reads as a soft, slightly creamy white—not stark or cold, but … Read more

Sherry and I were completely smitten with the room Anna created for her two boys. Partly because we don’t have a son (well, we do have a furry one, but he doesn’t have his own room) — so it’s fun to see design geared toward boys — and partly because she packed clever ideas into … Read more

With the holidays approaching and cold-season concerns top of mind, we’ve stepped up our cleaning routine. Whether preparing the house for guests, tidying the kitchen and bathrooms, or simply keeping our home healthy for family and pets, we rely on Thieves Household Cleaner Concentrate (THHC). I avoid harsh chemical fumes and prefer cleaners that are … Read more