***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – scroll down to see who won!*** We love a good deal, especially during the holidays when expenses can add up fast. To help kick off holiday shopping, T.J. Maxx and Marshalls teamed up with us to give away two $50 gift cards that can be used on … Read more

Now that all the birthday fuss is over, I can finally share how it went. It was sweet and low-key. Turning 29 didn’t feel dramatically different from recent birthdays, but it included a mix of silly moments — like a foot massage with shaving cream when John grabbed the wrong bottle — and a huge … Read more

Traditional Home Williams Sonoma Country Living Country Living Studio McGee The Inspired Room Country Living The Inspired Room Are you mad for plaid at Christmas time? Plaid has long been a favorite pattern for holiday decor because it blends classic charm with cozy warmth. Whether you prefer bold buffalo check or subtle tartan, plaid pieces … Read more

We’ve been in our beach house for several months now, but I realized I never shared an official “before” tour. Here are the photos we took before moving in, so you can see the layout and get a feel for the home before we begin remodeling. You may have seen pieces of the house before, … Read more

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