Twine-wrapped pine cone and an old book. Fall 2011: Simple Decorating Ideas Welcome — it’s great to have you here. I’m on day five of a 31-day series about getting inspired for the season and upcoming holidays. I began with a few simple fall decorating ideas and over the month will share tips for preparing … Read more

Spring is approaching, but the winter mornings are still quite dark when I head to the kitchen for coffee. Recently I had a simple idea that made a big difference: I moved a cordless lamp from the porch into my coffee cabinet. Now I just tap the lamp before I start making coffee, and the … 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 soft, … Read more

Sometimes I have to laugh at the oddities of blogging. While browsing HGTV.com for inspiration yesterday I kept stumbling across photos of rooms from my own house—images from past Christmases that appeared in a few of their idea collections. I did a double take. I had given permission for those photos to be used when … Read more

Hi friends! I can’t believe how quickly Saturdays arrive. Maybe I’m more aware of time now that I share these Saturday roundups, or perhaps I’m noticing small moments I’ll miss once life changes — like watching my son make a sandwich. Jack has been clinging to Luke like velcro. I think he knows something’s different. … Read more

Hello friends — happy Saturday! To celebrate the 200th Home Style Saturdays post, I’m hosting a special giveaway. One lucky reader will win $200 via PayPal and a runner-up will receive $100 via PayPal. To enter, leave a comment on this post. For extra entries, comment on each of the participating blogs listed below. Full … Read more

When I moved to the Seattle area, one of the things I disliked most was that there wasn’t a HomeGoods store nearby. I used to drive three hours each way to shop in Portland — not ideal, but sometimes necessary. We do have a TJ Maxx close by, which helps, but it’s not the same … Read more

Hello friends! I’m Cassie, back with my monthly guest post. Babies have filled my thoughts lately—between parenting a lively one-and-a-half-year-old, expecting another in a few months, and celebrating the many friends who are pregnant, I’ve spent a lot of time exploring baby gear, buying items, and making things for little ones. The world of baby … Read more

Every morning we brew what many call “Italian coffee” using a stovetop espresso maker, commonly known as a Moka Pot. It’s a simple, reliable way to get a strong, flavorful cup at home. We rotate through several coffee brands, and one of our favorites is a blend from Kicking Horse. For best results, choose a … Read more

Lovely: open shelving, pretty dishes and a perfectly aqua beadboard backdrop. Pretty: decoupage a vanity or dresser with summery paper and finish with a quirky green stool for a playful touch. Shiny: have a local glass shop cut mirrors to fit dresser drawer fronts; the reflected light brightens the room and adds a polished look. … Read more