This Monday’s mood board draws from pieces in our living room to create a coastal cottage winter vibe. The key to this look is the overall mood: comfortable, coastal, and collected. When you design around a mood, you can mix and match what you already own, swap accessories for the season, and add new finds … Read more
DIY board and batten walls (and yes, the paint choices were questionable!) UPDATE: This bathroom is now finished! Want to see how it all turned out?Check out the bathroom reveal. We made more progress on our bathroom updates thanks to a Home Depot gift card. Progress is slow but steady, and I’m excited to share … Read more
HHello and happy Friday — Courtney here. I discovered a delightful Cotswold cottage featured in House and Garden, designed by Caroline Holdaway, and I couldn’t resist sharing it. It’s the sort of English retreat many of us daydream about: charming, relaxed, and full of thoughtful details. Although I don’t own an English cottage (yet), this … Read more
If your home or laundry area is small, these simple solutions can make a big difference. In compact spaces you don’t have room for bulky baskets or oversized storage. Our laundry area is essentially a narrow closet, so traditional laundry baskets simply won’t fit. When we moved in I found collapsible laundry bags that have … Read more
sponsored by Mohawk Flooring As I write this, I’m tucked into a small corner of our living and gathering room trying to work amid boxes, tools and the steady hum of construction. It’s a busy scene, but a welcome one—our home is moving toward the finished stage. Our dog Jack is a little unsettled by … Read more
BHG Choosing a Kitchen Sink & Faucet This past week I’ve been making several decisions for my kitchen renovation. After settling on how to alter the layout, I had to choose counters, tile, the range hood, the sink and faucet, and the cabinet color. I’m relieved to be keeping the flooring, appliances, and most cabinets … Read more
House and Home UK House Beautiful New England Home New England Home New England Home (Katie Rosenfeld) What better way to spark creativity than to explore these lively, lived-in living rooms? Instead of settling for a predictable, sterile space, embrace the joy of collecting and layering patterns, furnishings, colors, and accessories over time. A home … Read more
Are you ready for summer gardening? The forecast for the next few days here in Washington state is SUN SUN SUN — music to my ears. I’m genuinely excited about starting a backyard garden. I don’t claim to have a green thumb, but gardening feels like a fun project my son and I can learn … Read more
What is it about stripes? I love them, and blue-and-white striped decor in particular feels timeless. It’s a classic summer look that also works beautifully year-round. The combination of blues and crisp white brings a fresh, relaxed vibe to any room. Mix and match your favorite shades of blue, vary stripe widths, and pair stripes … Read more
HGTV Sarah Richardson Thank you for the kind responses about my painted kitchen cabinets. I admit I hesitated to move away from all-white cabinets after years of loving that look, but I’m very pleased with how the space is shaping up. Now that more of the kitchen is finished, I’m excited to share the full … Read more