Hi friends, it’s Michaela! I’m back to share practical tips for making a new house or apartment feel like home soon after you move in. I recently relocated from California to Michigan and settled into my first apartment here. Between unpacking, decorating, and adjusting to a very different climate, I learned a few things that … Read more

Do you have a summer house, or are you simply dreaming of a seasonal escape? This time of year many people share photos from their vacation homes or post about trips to far-off places. It’s inspiring, but if you’re staying put this season, remember that your everyday home can become a relaxing summer retreat with … Read more

via Striking Truths We live in an era where constant connectivity is the norm: notifications, messages, and social media updates compete for our attention all day. While being connected has advantages, there is growing value in occasionally stepping back and creating intentional boundaries with technology. Disconnecting from the internet — even for short periods — … Read more

@daffodilhillhome Today’s Sunday Strolls & Scrolls highlights five inviting living rooms I adore. Each space feels warm, welcoming, and perfectly livable — the kind of rooms that make you want to sit down with a cup of tea and stay awhile. They remind me why I look forward to the day I can refresh my … Read more

Sources: Wicker trunk // White Lamp by Bed // Rug / Blue and White Chinoiserie Lamp by Teal Chair // Ruffle Striped Pillow on Chair // Similar Teal Chair This post is in partnership with Wayfair Each January I set aside time to refresh and improve our bedroom with small, practical updates. This year my … Read more

BHG I am not a fussy decorator. I appreciate well-made, secondhand pieces and thoughtful details, but when it comes to displaying accessories and decor around the home I prefer things to be simple, practical, and unfussy. If a vignette looks like it took hours of staging, that’s not for me. I like arrangements that feel … Read more

Modern Farmhouse – John Marshall Custom Homes via Hooked on Houses So here’s something I haven’t shared until now: we almost bought an alpaca farm. It isn’t an old story — this was about a year and a half ago. I hesitated to tell it because I had just finished a book about moving into … Read more

This post is in partnership with Napoleon Fireplaces As someone who loves decorating, I enjoy spotting potential in a home. I’m always imagining new projects and small changes that could improve our living space. It’s how I think and create. Ultimately, what I want most from our home isn’t more stuff or constant updates. It’s … Read more

Pleated Lampshade (see more pleated lampshades here) Do you feel the winter blues? January can be a challenge—short, gray days and cold, damp weather make it hard to stay upbeat. Living in our coastal corner of the Pacific Northwest isn’t as harsh as winters in other parts of the country, and I’m grateful for that, … Read more

I used to pass this charming carriage house–style garage frequently when I lived in Portland, and for some reason I never shared it here before. Its proportions and details are so thoughtfully composed that it feels more like a tiny cottage than a typical garage. With its barn-style doors, simple trim, and welcoming scale, this … Read more