Painted Nightstand: French Linen Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Months ago I found a mirrored nightstand at HomeGoods for my side of the bed. Our previous nightstands were too large for our new, smaller bedroom, so we needed a different solution. There wasn’t a matching piece at the store and I couldn’t find one elsewhere, but … Read more

One of the changes I was most excited about during our home makeover was replacing our exterior doors with Dutch doors. From the beginning I knew I wanted two — one at the front and one at the side leading to the kitchen. Some people call them “friendly doors,” which is a perfect description. I’ve … Read more

Design Sponge One of the things we love about our new house is the solid wood doors. Unlike the hollow core doors we had before, these feel substantial and quiet when you close them. We nearly forgot how satisfying that solid sound and weight can be. While we plan to update the door hardware eventually, … Read more

I previously shared this beautiful photo of Edie’s home at Christmas; it captures a warm, whimsical atmosphere that feels both inviting and festive. Isn’t it just magical? I admire Edie’s playful and imaginative approach to decorating, but what resonates most is her genuine spirit and kindness. I had the pleasure of meeting her at Blissdom … Read more

IIf you’re a blogger looking to increase traffic and grow your audience, this post is for you. I haven’t written about blogging in a long time, and I admit I’ve been lax in offering blog mentoring—sorry about that. I don’t claim to have all the answers, but I learn from many smart people and want … Read more

Gluten-free + vegan chocolate chunk cookies with walnuts One of our favorite quarantine comforts has been baking cookies. As someone who follows a gluten-free diet, I discovered that many familiar treats don’t quite taste the same without gluten. That can be a good thing for everyday eating, but sometimes you want a truly satisfying, delicious … Read more

Online paint color tool My Colortopia has launched a handy online paint color tool called Color My Room. You can upload your own photos or choose from a selection of room images, then try different Glidden paint colors directly on the picture. It’s an easy, visual way to experiment with color before committing to real … Read more

Last weekend I had the pleasure of hosting a Seattle garden party at The Home Depot. It was a lively, hands-on day filled with planting, painting and plenty of gardening inspiration. My daughters, Kylee and Courtney, joined me as we welcomed families and local readers to enjoy activities, pick up tips from a Master Gardener … Read more

I have a fun little Easter craft to share with you today. I actually bought these supplies two years ago planning to make them, and my daughter Courtney and I finally finished the project this week. If you have Prime, you may still be able to get supplies before Easter. If not, save this idea … Read more

Close your eyes and picture your ideal home. What do you see? Probably not cluttered counters, dirty dishes, or items scattered across every surface. Deep down we know how a home looks and feels matters. While people are more important than possessions, a gap between our vision and reality can leave us discouraged or overwhelmed. … Read more