Good Housekeeping In autumn I start craving the warm, tactile elements of home decor. Bright white walls feel fresh in summer, but as the days shorten they can seem cold without abundant light or texture to soften them. For instant cozy appeal, few finishes rival grasscloth wallpaper — its woven texture adds warmth and depth … Read more

My family has a beach house near Cannon Beach, a favorite coastal town we’ve visited for years. Cannon Beach is a peaceful, restorative spot, and it’s home to one of my favorite shops, Sesame & Lilies. The store is a true delight—full of carefully chosen home goods, unique accents, and inspiring vignettes that always spark … Read more

Each month we share a curated selection of Inspired Room Style decorating favorites chosen by our Instagram followers. These picks highlight classic and on-trend home décor that makes styling your space both affordable and effortless. Here are the favorites from October—simple, stylish items that can refresh a room fast. If you missed September’s picks, you … Read more

Click for Faux White Tulips I love fresh spring flowers, but I also appreciate realistic faux options for those moments when fresh blooms aren’t available. I recently bought a set of faux tulips that look and feel remarkably natural—perfect for adding a cheerful touch to the house without the maintenance. If your garden doesn’t quite … Read more

I’m excited to share this delightful Christmas video showcasing a classic holiday craft: DIY snow globes from my book The Inspired Room. If I try a DIY project, it has to be simple, cute, and require minimal supplies or tools. These snow globes fit the bill perfectly—easy to make and irresistibly charming. This season I’ve … Read more

BHG BHG Southern Living Tom Stringer BHG Friday Kitchen (see my 5 take away tips from this kitchen here!) Spring is in the air, and I’m thinking about green. Whether it’s plants, books, fabrics, accessories, paint, lighting, fruit or vegetables, introducing a touch of green instantly enlivens a room. This season I especially love pairing … Read more

Photo from my new digital Dreambook // Please do not share or pin these images without credit @theinspiredroom and a link to the dreambook: A Cottage by the Sea Guide to A Lovely Spring You may not live in a cottage by the sea. But you can create the feeling—right where you are. That gentle, … Read more

1. Add a rejuvenating mix of spring colors to your home I can hardly wait for warmer weather. Yesterday the sky cleared and the air felt almost warm, so I opened the windows, blended a few favorite natural home scents, and stepped into the yard to see what was blooming. After a long stretch of … Read more

How is it already November? It feels like the holidays are just around the corner—turkey, mashed potatoes, and possibly trimming a tree. We’re excited to spend the season in our new home. We haven’t decided yet whether we’ll host this year, so there’s still time to plan, but either way we’re already adding festive touches … Read more

I love charming kitchen faucets, especially the vintage silhouettes of gooseneck and bridge styles. In a recent post I shared that I chose the faucet for my new kitchen and I can’t wait to see it installed. Below I’ll show the faucets we’ve used in past homes and round up additional options at a range … Read more