House Beautiful I am SO ready for spring. We finally have sunshine this week — yes, even here in Seattle. Although rain is typical, the clear skies have energized me and put me in full spring mode. A little sun on my face has me eager to get outside and plant flowers. Our new home’s … Read more
Mixing Up a Great Decorating Style My appreciation for design keeps growing. As I discover new things and learn to value them, my personal style evolves too. These days my aesthetic resists a single label — it’s not strictly cottage, traditional, modern, French, English, or purely American. It isn’t the predictable blogger look either. … Read more
Tips for Hosting Guests I love creating an environment that makes guests feel welcome, comfortable, and able to truly enjoy their time in our home. Preparing by cleaning, arranging and adding small thoughtful touches makes hosting enjoyable for everyone. As I prepare the house for holiday visitors, I find the process itself soothing and rewarding. … Read more
I’m excited to share our kitchen design mood board and five questions to ask yourself when planning a kitchen. Each element was chosen to create the calm, coastal mood that suits our home. Construction begins in the next few weeks and the kitchen will soon become real. Designing a kitchen is a big decision. If … Read more
Welcome to week three of The Love Your Home Challenge, Spring edition. We’re partway through the 31-day series and I’m so glad you’re joining in. These daily prompts are a simple, practical way to take small actions that make your home more comfortable and meaningful. As you follow each day’s focus, you may find yourself … Read more
It’s been an intense few weeks at our house. You may have noticed I was quiet here for a few days—life got unexpectedly busy. After talking about moving to Seattle since spring, we finally took the leap and decided to put our house on the market. I worried because my son was due to start … Read more
After the holidays my mantel felt a little melancholy, so I gave it a fresh, simple update. I gathered a few cheerful items from around the house and spent a bit of time rearranging—an easy way to lift the mood and refresh a room. The result was an instant transition from winter slump to spring … Read more
I have loved touring my blogging friends’ inspired rooms the past couple of weeks. It’s been a delight to see their favorite spaces and read the stories behind them. I’m deeply grateful for the support I’ve received during my book launch — every share, post, and review means so much. Thank you for helping spread … Read more
Lamp // Glass Mugs // Stool // Christmas Tree Polka Dot Plates // Blue Taper Candle // Brass Candlestick // Wood Bowl This post is in partnership with Wayfair Creating a warm, welcoming home for the holidays is something I always look forward to. The festive atmosphere, the meaningful moments, and gathering family and friends … Read more
Do you enjoy cleaning your sink every day? I began refining my housekeeping routines about twenty years ago. After our third child arrived, I had to create a system that fit a busier life. The busier you are, the more important it is to work efficiently. That led me to develop four simple daily habits … Read more