I can’t believe the kids are heading back to school already. My son doesn’t return until next week, but I’ve already started my fall nesting rituals. This time of year I enjoy adding new layers and textures—warm throw blankets on the backs of chairs, a simple tablecloth in the dining room, and a few rugs … Read more

Rug and Room Details & Sources Favorite Housecleaning Tips + Tools People often ask how I keep our home and furniture clean with dogs, and recently many wanted to know how we managed to remove white paint that Finnegan spilled on our new dining room rug. A puppy brings lots of joy — and mess. … Read more

Bins & Baskets — sources and selections Practical, attractive storage can transform a room. Below are the original sources for the bins and baskets pictured above. Each retailer offers a mix of natural materials, woven styles, and useful designs that blend storage with decor. These pieces work well in living rooms, bedrooms, entryways, and home … Read more

The Design Files As I mentioned this week, I’ve been moving furniture around and living with different arrangements to get closer to the look I imagine. It’s exciting to experiment, but also a little frustrating to wait to see the full result. I’m impatient to act — everything feels slower in real life than it … Read more

It can take a long time to find your rhythm in a new home. If you’re on a budget, balancing other priorities, or the house has unique quirks, it often takes a few years to settle into a comfortable groove. White Slipcovered Sofa / Blue and White Pillows We’ll have lived here four years this … Read more

Country Living THello — Courtney here. It’s been a while since I posted on The Inspired Room, but I’ve been working full time with my mom for about a year and a half and loving every minute of it. I’ve long contributed occasional “Gather” posts, curating furniture, accessories and gift ideas, and this year I … Read more

Each year we gather our best gift ideas for the home and the people you care about. Our 2025 Gift Guides are curated with thoughtful picks—some are items I use and love, others are selections I think would make wonderful presents. These guides are created to save you time and inspiration when shopping, so feel … Read more

You’ll want to scroll to the end of this post to laugh at Jack with me, so don’t miss it. But first, let’s talk about an affordable way to update your home for fall. My usual seasonal decorating has always leaned toward non-specific pieces and rearranging what I already own until the rooms feel cozier. … Read more

SOURCES: Striped armchair // Blue rug // Blue plaid blanket // Tree throw pillow (gray or red options, or lumbar version) // Similar mirror We set up our Christmas tree for the first time since moving into our new home and immediately realized we needed different chairs. We’d planned to replace the IKEA Ektorp chairs … Read more

I have a real fondness for round mirrors. So much of home design relies on squares and rectangles, and a circular shape instantly softens the space and adds visual interest. Recently I added a large, playful round wood ship-portal–style mirror to our kitchen and it has transformed the room. The piece feels whimsical yet rustic, … Read more