Hi there, friend! What are your plans for the weekend? I’m feeling very much in a pre-fall nesting mood and have a few cozy, home-centered ideas brewing. Quick update: my new blog/newsletter service is still not sending emails reliably. If you’ve wondered why you haven’t received anything lately, I want you to know I’m still … Read more

Hi friends! Last night, sitting in this very chair, I turned in the photos and manuscript for my eleventh and final book—for now, at least. It felt like a milestone after years of planning and work. Although I officially started this book two years ago, the contract goes back seven years, so sending the finished … Read more

There’s a quiet, slightly dreary stretch between the holidays and spring that makes it harder for many of us to feel cheerful at home — especially if you don’t live where winter brings warmth and sunshine. Even in sunnier places, life has its ups and downs. So how can we brighten our mood at home? … Read more

@theresachristinehome (see more angles and details of the table here!) I’m getting excited for Thanksgiving and the warmth of family gatherings. These fall tablescapes offer so much inspiration—each image is full of thoughtful details, cozy textures, and inviting color palettes. Whether you prefer a simple, natural arrangement or a layered, elegant setting, there are ideas … Read more

Hang a Wire Basket on the Wall with a Hook! Some time ago I shared a photo of a small wire basket hanging in my entryway from a curious little hook. The hook was one of those discoveries you make when rummaging through a box of odd bits in the garage. At first glance it … Read more

Sources: Blue and white mugs with tree, placemats, taper candle, scalloped basket, and wood tray Recent Home Decor Finds + An Invitation to My Home! I’m sharing a curated roundup of recent home decor finds and resources from my house, gathered in one convenient post. Consider this a virtual invitation—come peek around and save ideas … Read more

Don’t worry, be happy. This week I ordered a cheerful little sponge with a smiling face, and it’s been a tiny delight during routine chores. I find myself humming that “Don’t Worry” tune while doing dishes and wiping down the sink. The sponge makes me smile, and the reminder not to worry too much feels … Read more

Hi everyone — Courtney here! After sharing our new striped rug yesterday, I remembered how much we truly love stripes. I gathered ten of my favorite striped finds from around the web to share with you. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. Cheers to stripes! Gather is a regular round up … Read more

Anthropologie: 1, 3, 5, 9     Terrain: 2, 4, 6, 8     Target: 7 After a week of rain, sun, snow and hail during this first week of spring in the Pacific Northwest, I’m more than ready for true gardening weather. My plan later this spring is to transform my tiny front yard, which is … Read more

Spindle Leg Table A welcoming, comfortable room is often defined by the small, useful surfaces that invite people to set down a drink, snack or book. I like keeping a variety of small tables around the house so they can be moved where needed. In compact spaces especially, these little tables make a big difference. … Read more