After 21 years together, my husband and I have finally discovered something important about ourselves — we enjoy puttering. For years I assumed our tendency to dawdle meant we were disorganized, bad at time management, or overly focused on cleaning. We were often late, and I wondered why we rarely tackled the big projects, like … Read more

Residence in Wainscott by Sawyer Berson Y’all—this house. I don’t often find myself at a loss for words when it comes to homes, but every so often a place stops me in my tracks. This Hamptons residence is one of those rare, breathtaking examples: thoughtful architecture, charming details, and a setting that feels like a … Read more

Sometimes the smallest, most unexpected object can spark the urge to redecorate. For me this time it was a bright yellow file box — more on that in a moment. Where I live, summer doesn’t truly feel like it has arrived until late July at best, so expecting full summer vibes at the end of … Read more

It’s a joy to celebrate the small, delightful moments each season brings. Whether it’s a steaming mug of hot chocolate crowned with shaped marshmallows or a tiny gingerbread house perched on top, these little details transform ordinary moments into memorable ones. From cozy family movie nights and hot cocoa with the kids or grandkids to … Read more

My daughters and I are starting a new gallery wall in the family room, and I’m thrilled with how it’s coming together. This wall will showcase artwork we collected on a recent trip to Europe, so it will bring both color and memories into the space. We began by arranging all the frames on the … Read more

Hi friends! I meant to post yesterday, but I got pulled into a major decluttering spree. Since moving in last fall and deciding what we truly need in our new home, I’ve uncovered so many things I no longer want. I don’t know about you, but I’m simply over accumulating stuff. I’m more determined than … Read more

@lilypadcottage To celebrate the first day of spring, today’s Strolls + Scrolls highlights five inspiring rooms that capture the fresh, airy feeling of the season. Each space uses light, soft colors, natural textures, and thoughtful accents to create a calm, welcoming atmosphere—perfect for refreshing your home as the weather warms. @toni_marianna @onceupona1912 @pineandprospecthome @thejmbyronhouse Sunday … Read more

Atlanta Homes It’s the first week back to routine after the holidays. I loved this year’s Christmas, so it’s a little bittersweet to move on, but the new year brings fresh possibilities and a chance to refresh the home for winter. This weekend I began taking down the dried greenery (it starts to scatter all … Read more

Today we have a Reader’s Question: I think the scary thing about decorating is……What happens when “all of a sudden” you realize your tastes have changed and you are sitting amongst items you’ve bought over the years that are just not doing it for you any more? I love so many things I see on … Read more

When you read my new book, A Lovely Life, I hope it inspires you to step into your home and leave the day’s stress behind the door. You deserve a lovely life. A lovely life isn’t about having everything; it’s about noticing peace, joy, and beauty in small moments—those quiet details that may only matter … Read more