Seven Inspiring Lessons from the Number 7 and Its Meaning

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Reflecting on my chaotic Monday, I had a quiet, tender moment with my son this morning as he woke. I sat beside him and watched his long eyelashes flutter, his rosebud lips part, and the soft curls on top of his head stir. He reached for my hand with a slow, sleepy motion — completely … Read more

Choosing a Bedroom Paint Color: How to Decide About Stripes

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Wicker Trunk // Rug Bedroom Paint Color Indecision Hello friends. In the four years we’ve lived in this house, our bedroom has evolved slowly and organically. Nothing was planned all at once—just small updates over time as we’ve lived here. We’ve rearranged furniture, added curtains, switched out bedding and rugs, changed the light fixture, found … Read more

Brilliant Message Board Ideas and Tips for Engaging Displays

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Icame across a simple family message board idea on Pinterest today, originally from a charming London bistro, and I love how effective it is. It proves that the best solutions are often the simplest. This design is straightforward and practical—perfect for a home command center. It contributes personality to a room while remaining highly functional, … Read more

Good Friday Reflections: Living a Meaningful Christian Life

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After a busy week, I’m looking forward to the weekend. We have plans to go bowling, enjoy our traditional Easter egg hunt, celebrate the meaning of Easter with family, and I’ll be tackling a few nesting projects around the house. This week I gathered several inspiring finds to share. A handful of the images that … Read more

Entry and Front Door Makeover — Progress Update

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Entry Makeover TThe entry should create a strong first impression whether you walk through the front door or welcome guests. Because our entry is an open two-story space at the heart of the house, it needed thoughtful planning. It’s not only the arrival point for visitors and family, it also connects several rooms and should … Read more

Christmas Decorating Ideas for Home Style Saturdays

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Yay for the weekend! I’m excited for a busy week on the blog — we’ll be sharing a site redesign, revealing our cozy fireplace insert on Monday, showing a new sofa and artwork, and posting our first Christmas decorating feature of the season. We’ve already pulled out a few Christmas bins and begun decorating. (This … Read more

Add a Dash of Humor to Your Home Decor

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1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 HHello—Courtney here. I have a soft spot for quirky animals. I enjoy them in real life (with the notable exception of sloths) and I especially love their presence in fabric patterns and home decor. I also have a fondness for animals in sweaters. Maybe … Read more

10 Stylish Small Living Room Ideas to Maximize Space

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Small Living Room Ideas Is your small living room cramping your style? Not to worry. Here are practical, stylish ideas to help your small living room feel larger, more comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged. These suggestions focus on layout, furniture selection, color, and storage so you can create a space that looks spacious and functions well … Read more

Printable Home Worksheets: Free Downloads for Families

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Creating and maintaining a home is an ongoing process of discovering what works best for your family and finding contentment in the season you’re in. With fall routines and back-to-school schedules approaching, it’s a great moment to get organized and set practical goals for your living space. To help with that, I’ve put together a … Read more

2012 Fall Nesting Party Schedule & FAQ — Dates, Times, Details

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Front Entrance Decorating Ideas for Fall SAutumn is almost here — October is just around the corner. That means it’s time for Fall nesting: preparing your home to feel warm, inviting, and ready for the season. When I get into Fall nesting mode, I dive into projects, decorations, and small changes that make home feel … Read more