Dream Bathroom Remodel vs. Simple Refresh: Which Fits Your Home?

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Williams and Spade: Jeanne Racioppi, Williams & Spade Interior Design I stumbled across this beautiful bathroom while researching remodeling ideas and it stopped me in my tracks. The sink is stunning, the ceiling adds unexpected character, and the brick floor paired with a soft rug looks both practical and inviting. It’s exactly the kind of … Read more

Ballard Designs Furniture Sale: Top Picks & Current Discounts

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White Spindle Leg Chest of Drawers Lately I’ve been thinking about the furniture I want for our home and hunting for inspiration led me to Ballard Designs, which is currently offering a sitewide sale. I’m excited to share some of the beautiful, classic pieces I found—these are things I’d happily include in our home. Years … Read more

Top Christmas Home Tours: Inspiring Holiday Decorating Ideas

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via Dimples & Tangles I enjoyed visiting the Christmas Home Tours this year. There’s something inspiring about seeing how families decorate their homes for the holidays. Each home I visited offered fresh ideas and heartfelt touches that made the season feel warm and personal. Thank you to the bloggers who opened their doors and to … Read more

Happy Independence Day: Celebrate with Flags and Patriotic Ideas

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Pottery Barn Flags inside and out! I love this painted American flag from Pottery Barn, but if you enjoy DIY projects you can create your own handcrafted version that adds charm and personality to your porch or home decor. Pottery Barn Flag A red, white, and blue flag is ideal for porch decor: it brightens … Read more

Charming Portland Homes from Our Family’s Autumn Memories

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Charming Homes in Autumn Which of these fall houses speaks to you most? The first two images are of homes I know well—our former house and my parents’—but I would be happy to live in any of the charming scenes shown here. We made so many wonderful memories in our cozy English cottage, where we … Read more

Personalize Your Home: Practical Ideas to Make It Truly Yours

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New England Home Photography by John Gould Bessler Do you feel free to make your house truly your own? Do you decorate in ways that make you happy, reflect who you are, and bring you joy? Many people get stuck when it comes to making decorating decisions for their home. We often worry about what … Read more

Summer Porch Decorating Idea: Picnic Basket Inspiration & Giveaway

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Summer Porch Decorating {Picnic Basket}   Ilove picnic baskets. Don’t they just scream summer? A picnic basket is a simple, cheerful accessory that instantly adds seasonal charm to a porch or outdoor space. They’re useful for outings, of course, but they also work beautifully as decorative storage, side tables, or seasonal accents that you can … Read more

9 Weeks Until Christmas: Holiday Nesting Ideas + Link Party

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instagram pic of my new settee ….still with tags! Did I scare you or are you excited? Nine weeks until Christmas — can you believe it? I’m definitely in a holiday nesting mood. Even with projects going on around the house, I’m really looking forward to the season and planning how to make it the … Read more

Stunning Bathroom Remodel Ideas to Transform Your Space

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A few months ago I shared my vintage mint and pink bathroom and received so many helpful comments and ideas. While a full renovation isn’t in the budget right now, I loved reading the creative suggestions and collecting inspiration for the future. Even if a complete remodel is still years away, it’s fun to curate … Read more