We finally painted the office. Out of order? Maybe. But we picked a color and went for it, even though it would have been easier to choose before building our wall-to-wall two-person desk. We didn’t want to rush into a color we’d regret once the desk was in, so we sat on the decision—discussing, rethinking, … Read more

This DIY guide to adding built-in bookshelves is easier than it looks. Creating floor-to-ceiling shelving that frames a doorway is a project most homeowners can tackle. We added these bookcases as part of our kitchen remodel, and they quickly became one of my favorite features of the renovation. The wall originally had a bookcase, as … Read more

Hello friends! I’ve gathered fresh fall inspiration for you today from the bloggers featured in this week’s Home Style Saturdays roundup. If you’re looking for cozy ideas, seasonal projects, or simple ways to welcome autumn into your home, this collection has plenty to spark your creativity. Before we dive in, here are a few recent … Read more

After 21 years together, my husband and I have finally discovered something important — we enjoy puttering. For years I assumed we were obsessive about cleaning, disorganized, or poor at time management because we were often late. I blamed ourselves: why didn’t we tackle the big tasks like cleaning out the garage? Why did it … Read more

House Seven Hey friends! I hope you enjoy this collection of simple, effortless Christmas decorating ideas designed to inspire a cozy, low-stress holiday. House and Home House and Home Vintage Whites Country Living Country Living Julie Blanner The Inspired Room BHG Vintage Whites The Inspired Room My Fabuless Life House and Home >> CLICK HERE … Read more

This post gathers a collection of personalized, meaningful mementos we display around our home. Some are simple DIY projects and others are items we rescued from a closet and put back on display. None are expensive or difficult to create, and each one helps keep small moments and memories alive in our everyday spaces. One … Read more

Hi friends! Last week our family escaped for a little beginning-of-summer getaway to one of our favorite nearby towns, Port Townsend. If you haven’t visited, Port Townsend is a charming coastal town a couple of hours from Seattle by car and ferry—perfect for a quick trip or a relaxed weekend away. We’ve returned to Port … Read more

Inspiration is everywhere. While John and I were waiting to pick up a friend at a spa (yes, we hang out in lobbies like that), I found myself photographing the beautifully packaged soaps and candles on display. I admit it—I was the person taking pictures of the scent sachets and candle boxes—but it felt worthwhile. … Read more

When Dana sent us her simple, budget-friendly stencil project, we had to share it. Below she describes how she used a knot stencil to transform everyday fabric into stylish home accents. I wanted to pass along a quick, inexpensive project that your work inspired. A while back you featured the knot stencil from Sunny’s Goodtime … Read more

And now a post that’s a little more about everyday life than home improvement. When people ask what question we get most often, they usually expect it to be about paint or demo. Instead, it’s always some version of: How are you liking cloth diapers? How many do you have? What brand are they? Did … Read more