I’m so excited to share a creative side project I’ve been working on for the past year — and a little something I think you’ll enjoy. Allow me to introduce If I Lived in a Cottage By The Sea, a digital Dreambook I created and the story behind it. Years ago, the If I Lived … Read more

HHello, friends! Lately I’ve been revisiting projects we’ve done over the years in our home. We’ve been gradually updating our 1950s ranch into a brighter, more current cottage-style house. There’s still a long list of ideas I want to tackle, but I like to begin the year by appreciating how far we’ve come. That perspective … Read more

HHello, Kylee here. I’m back and excited to share a simple recipe that’s become a staple in our house. My mom has been nudging me to post more often about both my townhouse decorating progress and my recipes. She even asked for an easy, healthy recipe list for her birthday, so I started compiling favorites … Read more

Make any room feel instantly cozier with a set of remote control outlets—perfect for lamps, holiday decor, or any hard-to-reach plug. I use them on our living room lamps so I can turn lights on and off from the couch without getting up. They’re also ideal for Christmas trees and string lights: instead of searching … Read more

Monogram Mug Source Today I’m sharing one of my favorite fall treats: pumpkin squares topped with cream cheese frosting. Baking with pumpkin is one of the small pleasures of the season. These bars are rich, moist and easy to make — a recipe I’ve used for years from an old junior league cookbook. They’re simple, … Read more

Ihave always been drawn to the color green. It isn’t only because spring is near or St. Patrick’s Day is approaching—I’ve loved green since I was a child. My mother let me help decorate my rooms growing up, and the first bedroom I truly remember designing on my own was painted a bright apple green … Read more

Recently my husband and I spent a leisurely afternoon window shopping in Poulsbo, browsing the quaint shops we enjoy visiting from time to time. On our way out of an antique store we hadn’t been in for a while, we spotted a beautiful, weathered wooden bowl. Its long, shallow shape suggested a boat-like form, though … Read more

Mug Source (other designs available) The week before Christmas always feels busy, but I’ve found a few quiet moments to do my favorite thing: puttering. Small, thoughtful changes around the house are my way of easing into the season without feeling overwhelmed. I prefer to decorate in phases—starting with subtle winter touches, a bit of … Read more

Better Homes & Gardens I adore decorating with small Christmas trees. They add charm and holiday spirit throughout the home without overwhelming a room. I place them everywhere — on side tables, mantels, shelves, and in buckets for a casual, cozy look. I enjoy themed mini trees, too: rustic with burlap and tiny pinecones, colorful … Read more

Photos in this post by Milana’s Photography (apart from photos labeled iPhone photo) Hi friends — I’m Courtney (Melissa’s daughter). I’m excited to share wedding planning advice and a look back at our wedding from this past July. I posted a few updates on Instagram while planning, but now that we have all the photographer … Read more