I’m excited to share practical tips to help you declutter and refresh your bathroom in five simple steps. A tidy, well-organized bathroom not only looks better but also makes daily routines faster and more pleasant. These steps are straightforward, require minimal time, and can make a noticeable difference. 1. Clear the Surfaces Start by removing … Read more

Sarah Richardson via HGTV Sarah’s House Season 4 Good news for U.S. viewers: a new season of Sarah’s House on HGTV premieres next month. The series follows Sarah Richardson and her design partner Tommy Smythe as they transform a new-build, beige-box house into a stylish, livable home. This season focuses on a new subdivision and … Read more

A home isn’t built in a day (unless you’re watching a makeover show—then everything appears finished in about 30 minutes). The rooms that catch our eye in magazines or online were often created over months or years, sometimes with the help of a design team. If your home doesn’t yet feel cohesive or fully “you,” … Read more

Floor lamps are a practical and attractive addition to any living room or bedroom design. Placed in a corner seating area, between chairs in a conversation grouping, or beside a chair or sofa, a well-chosen floor lamp adds focused light without requiring a table surface. Because a floor lamp does not need a table and … Read more

We’re approaching our two-year anniversary in this house. In some ways it already feels like home; in other ways it still feels new, like we’re gradually learning one another. The property and I are still getting acquainted, and that process has been a quiet, rewarding one. Last summer—our first full season here—I discovered a huge, … Read more

Fall Nesting Tip #15: Bring in the books! Books are one of the easiest and most inviting ways to decorate every room in your home, including the kitchen and dining room. Surrounding yourself with books encourages you to live in each space: rooms with books feel lived-in, warm, and welcoming. Without them, a space can … Read more

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 1 / 2 / 3 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 As we talked about ways to bring warmth, style and a cozy winter feeling into the home after the holidays, one simple and effective idea is to layer your table … Read more

Dreamy Whites I’m drawn to galvanized and zinc pieces year-round, but they seem especially perfect at Christmas. These simple metal items—buckets, trays, troughs—aren’t flashy, and that unpretentious look is exactly what makes them so appealing. A touch of metal brings a farmhouse-industrial warmth to holiday decor, balancing shiny ornaments and lush greenery with a cozy, … Read more

YYou might remember that a little over a week ago I introduced Amanda from Everyday Elements, who was starting a home office makeover and invited us to follow along. I always enjoy seeing makeover projects unfold, especially when I get to watch without spending a cent. Today, for Part Two of the Home Office Makeover … Read more

Country Living – David Hillegas Do you enjoy collecting dishes? In a recent Instagram update I mentioned picking up some new blue-and-white pieces. I’ve mostly collected white dishes over the years, with a few colorful mugs and small plates mixed in. There’s something satisfying about a fresh set to style and use. If your kitchen … Read more