original source unknown, found here Country Living La Maison d’Annag Southern Weddings Alexander Waterworth The Design Files // Photo by Sean Fennessy So, what do you think? An eclectic mix of mismatched dining chairs can bring personality, warmth and visual interest to a room, while a matching set creates a calm, formal and cohesive look. … Read more

Small bedroom ideas 1. Embrace drama. Small bedrooms don’t have to be safe or subdued. Introduce bold patterns, a deep wall color, or a four-poster or canopy bed to create character and a sense of intimacy. Dark hues and rich textures can make a compact space feel cozy and thoughtfully designed rather than cramped. The … Read more

Guest DIY post submitted by Christi @ Beachbrights This is where it all started—the birth of my desk. My husband built this for me, inspired by a design in a BH&G magazine from May 2005, and I painted it a distressed black. I needed a workspace for crafting, sewing, and other creative projects, and this … Read more

DIY guest post contributed by: Jeanne Winters If you need a fast, affordable way to create striking wall art, try this simple DIY project I recently used. I had leftover seaside-blue paint from my son’s beach-themed bedroom, so I painted several large canvases with that color to form a cohesive backdrop. Using leftover paint not … Read more

I love the idea of papers being neatly organized. I admire pretty organizers and colorful boxes. I’m drawn to patterned binders, color-coded files, stickers and labels. Yet despite the appeal of attractive supplies, I’ve always struggled with filing. I have a strong aversion to filing papers. I’ve tried to be the kind of person who … Read more

@homeonfernhill That special shade that sits between blue and green is one of my favorites for front doors. It’s versatile, welcoming, and quietly cheerful — a hue that reads differently depending on the light and the season. I’ve used it in two of my homes and love how it introduces personality without overpowering the façade. … Read more

TThis week my kitchen remodel took a big leap forward: the new counters were installed and the subway tile is being applied. I’m trying not to squeal too loudly, but this stage is so exciting—I finally get to see what I’ve been imagining come to life. And thank goodness, I’m very happy with how it’s … Read more

I was reading a thread on our neighborhood app about whether people planned to decorate their front porches this fall. Some neighbors admitted they weren’t feeling it this year and didn’t think it was worth the effort. I understand that — when life feels heavy or chaotic it’s tempting to retreat indoors and leave the … Read more

Today I’m sharing four mood board ideas for a small bedroom refresh I’ll be working on this winter, featuring pieces I found at Walmart. It’s wonderful to discover items that are affordable, accessible, and stylish. Thank you Walmart for sponsoring this post. As homebodies, having small projects to look forward to during the colder months … Read more

This post was sponsored by PODS® Moving is one of life’s most stressful events. Whether you welcome change or dread it, the process can be intense: finding a new home, negotiating offers, securing financing, packing up an old house, arranging transport and help, and then settling into the new place. Each step brings decisions and … Read more