Cozy Updates: What’s New in the Snug Room

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This post is in partnership with Wayfair I’ll admit it: our Snug has long been a catchall room. This week I finally took the time to pull it together. I decluttered, rearranged pieces we already had, and added a few functional, stylish finds from Wayfair to make the room feel finished. There’s more I want … Read more

7 Clever and Charming Built-In Ideas for Home Storage

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Industrial Kitchen by New York Architects & Building Designers Lauren Rubin Architecture I love when built-in storage and architectural detail are tucked into the small nooks and crannies of a home. Built-ins are not only charming but highly practical, especially in compact spaces where freestanding furniture can make rooms feel crowded. My distant dream is … Read more

6 Egg-Inspired DIY Projects for Easter and Spring Decor

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Easter Ideas Top to bottom, left to right: 1. Speckled Egg Wreath — a charming wreath made with painted, speckled eggs for a rustic front-door accent. 2. Gilded Easter Eggs — eggs embellished with metallic accents for a refined, modern look. 3. Neon Dipped Eggs — bright, dipped colors give eggs a playful, contemporary twist. … Read more

Butter Yellow Trend 2024: How to Wear the Season’s Hottest Shade

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Photos left to right top to bottom: Sarah Richardson Design // Country Living // Sarah Richardson Design // Photo by James R. Salamon via BHG Let’s talk trends. Lately I’ve noticed a warm, butter-yellow shade showing up more in home decor. It appears as small accents and, in some rooms, as a bold statement on … Read more

Holiday Mom Burnout? How to Shift Focus and Enjoy the Season

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photo: H. Dickens So here I sit—presents still unwrapped, the blog unfinished, and a merry mess spread across every surface. The snowman muffin papers lie empty, waiting for baking that hasn’t happened yet. I’m printing gift certificates for one of our children who, through a long story best left untold, ended up a bit shortchanged … Read more

5 Charming Fall Porches for Cozy Weekend Strolls and Scrolls

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@hollie_keller_ Take a relaxed, virtual Sunday stroll and enjoy a collection of charming fall porches. Though I haven’t decorated my own porch for autumn yet, these warm, inviting designs are giving me plenty of inspiration. I hope they spark ideas for your porch, entryway, or front steps—simple touches can make a home feel welcoming and … Read more

6 Effective Strategies to Tackle Decluttering Projects

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It’s surprising how much clutter a home can accumulate, especially when there’s generous closet and storage space. If you’ve lived in one home for many years, have a larger house, or raised a family there, you probably have items you haven’t used in ages and can let go of. Beyond the obvious things you already … Read more

Patterned Rug Roundup: Stylish Picks for Every Room

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Modern Patterned Rugs from: Shades of Light: 1, 2, 5, Hayneedle: 3 Madeline Weinrib: 4 Kohls: 6 . . . . . . . . . . Gather is a regular column at The Inspired Room, showcasing curated design inspiration. Each installment highlights accessible pieces, fresh ideas, and simple ways to bring pattern, texture, and … Read more

Two Key Tips for Choosing the Right Home Accessories

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HHello friends! I took a few days off to enjoy Thanksgiving with my family. It was lovely to slow down, relax, and savor delicious food. My 24-pound turkey was perfectly browned, juicy, and reached the ideal temperature in just a few hours—total success. Even though I enjoyed the break, I missed catching up here with … Read more

What to Hang on a Wall: Creative Ideas for Every Room

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Sometimes I ponder the deep questions of life, like what should I put on my wall? A few weeks ago I faced a small decorating challenge: a narrow space between my front door and the living room windows that included an awkward cluster of light switches. Everything I tried to hang in that spot looked … Read more