Add character with light fixtures! One of the simplest and most effective ways to give your home personality is to introduce architectural character through lighting. Swapping generic or dated fixtures for thoughtfully chosen lights instantly defines a room and elevates the overall style. Distinctive light fixtures make an impression and tell a story, making them … Read more
@riverroad59 I adore blue and white interiors. These rooms inspired my latest Sunday Strolls + Scrolls — each space offers a fresh, calming take on the classic palette. From crisp coastal touches to softer, cottage-inspired mixes, these photos highlight how blue and white can create a sense of serenity and style. Sunday Strolls + Scrolls … Read more
photo via BH&G Picture Molding I enjoy finding simple, attractive ways to display artwork and photos, and picture molding is one of my favorite solutions. In older homes it was common to see picture rails along the walls, which made hanging art easy without driving hooks into plaster. Those rails protected the wall and allowed … Read more
This post is sponsored by Blue Apron YAll, can you believe it? It’s officially the first day of fall! I love this season and want to savor every bit of it. Do you feel that little chill in the air yet? Do you feel more energized to make your home inviting at this time of … Read more
Blackband Design via HGTV Do you ever let yourself daydream about what you would do with unlimited space, an unlimited budget, or both? I do—often. Coming back to reality can feel a little disappointing, but the dreaming process is valuable. It sparks fresh ideas and creative energy that I later apply to my own home. … Read more
Farmhouse Christmas via Country Living I know in the U.S. we haven’t even had Thanksgiving yet, but I like to savor gratitude year-round and I truly enjoy the whole season. Thanksgiving is a favorite—especially the mashed potatoes—but I always look forward to Christmas. Daydreaming about it is part of the joy: picturing the decorations, the … Read more
TThis weekend I slipped into one of those nesting moods that always shows up before the holidays. I moved furniture around, sketched a few quick project plans, and decided it was time to insert the leaves in my dining table. Simple enough—until I realized I had never painted those leaves. Most people might grab a … Read more
My Forest & Sea Christmas House Tour Tiptoeing in to say … it’s less than eight weeks until Christmas. I know — it’s surprising, but I don’t want to rush the season. I enjoy planning slowly and savoring each part of the holidays. Skipping over Halloween isn’t about moving quickly through Thanksgiving or Christmas; it’s … Read more
Sources: Gingerbread Man Cookies /// Gingerbread Snowflake Appetizer Plates /// Similar Rug 1 /// Similar Rug 2 /// Slippers Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the holidays? The season can be joyful and energizing, but it can also bring a long list of tasks and high expectations that leave you short on time and patience. … Read more
Merry Christmas, from our house to yours! This week I’ve been focused on finishing my Christmas to-do list, but mostly I’ve been enjoying puttering around the house — my favorite way to spend time. I picked up a new dresser last week and finally organized my closet for the first time since we moved in. … Read more