II love having small chalk or dry-erase boards placed around the home for leaving messages, reminders, or seasonal greetings. A simple “Happy Fall” or “Merry Christmas” note can make the season feel more special to children and guests alike. These little boards are practical and add a warm, personal touch to everyday life. A few … Read more

I like to make everyday moments a little more beautiful. Since I brew coffee every morning, a pretty kettle adds a bit of joy to my routine. Lately I’ve been using a pour-over method to make a single cup — it’s quick, simple, and delicious. Now that I usually make coffee just for myself (empty … Read more

Give your home a warm, welcoming entrance. Many households rely on a plain garage entry or a tired front door, but a few simple updates can change the whole mood. A bold red door brings instant cheer, while painted or stenciled steps add charm and personality. A striped rug and a playful chair complete the … Read more

Brass Faucet Source // Farmhouse Sink // Similar Glass Light HHello! I’m Kylee. We’ve been in the new Cape Cod–style house for a week and are settling in nicely. My top priority was the kitchen — we spend most of our time there and cook the majority of our meals at home. As tempting as … Read more

I make my bed every morning and have written and talked about this habit often. It’s a small ritual that changes the tone of each day. Lately I’ve been enjoying our newly refreshed bedroom and the simple updates that have made it feel more like home. For the month-long “A Lovely January” challenge I focused … Read more

Sponsored by Stearns & Foster Guest Room Makeover Today I’m excited to share a cheerful summer makeover for our guest room. For me, a successful room update is about more than aesthetics — it’s about how the space feels. That means prioritizing comfort and considering the small details that make a room welcoming and relaxing … Read more

Today I wanted to share a quick update answering some of the most common questions I get about pieces in our home. I can’t cover everything in one post, but here are answers for many of the items people ask about regularly. One of the most-asked-about pieces is our leather sofa. We bought it about … Read more

It feels like it’s been ages since I last updated you on our kitchen progress. If you were wondering whether you missed the reveal, you didn’t. The kitchen is essentially finished; I’m just waiting for a few final touches. I hope those will be complete in the next couple of weeks so I can do … Read more

A few weeks ago I shared our plans for a new pea gravel patio, along with some inspiration photos. Fall felt like the perfect season for a backyard project, and I’m excited to show the progress we’ve already made. When we bought our house four years ago it was newly built with almost no landscaping—especially … Read more

IIs it really just two weeks until Thanksgiving and a little over six weeks until Christmas? The holidays have a way of sneaking up quickly. To get into a festive mood, here are the simple, enjoyable steps I follow each year: 1. Start listening to holiday music. This never fails to lift my spirits and … Read more