In the past year or two we’ve refreshed many rooms in our home. We’ve painted the living room, dining room, a bathroom, the hallway, and this spring I painted my home office. It really has been the year of painting and home projects, and finally the house is starting to come together. The right paint … Read more

This is an image from the If I Lived in a Cottage by the Sea – Spring Dreambook by The Inspired Room. PSA: If you want to save any image from a blog or social media and share them to Pinterest (or any other public forum), you need to give credit to the original owner … Read more

Download the PDF to save the gift tags to your computer and print them at home. Print on cardstock for sturdier tags or on regular paper and glue to kraft paper for a rustic look. These charming gift tags were created by graphic designer Anthony Armendariz in Seattle, Washington. They are provided free for personal … Read more

Sources: Jute Wrapped Chandelier with Shades (lots of shade options) // Patterned Rug (Ocean/Gold color) // Rattan Dining Chairs – Similar mine were from here but out of stock // Blue Striped Slipcovers (Downey Blue fabric) // Parsons Dining Chairs A carved vintage wooden swan has found a new home in our living room, and … Read more

Ideas for celebrating a lost tooth can be simple, sweet, and memorable. Below are a few thoughtfully chosen items that make the Tooth Fairy tradition feel special—practical keepsakes and charming little extras that children will love. 1. Fox Tooth Fairy Pillow — a soft, cuddly spot to tuck a tooth for the Tooth Fairy to … Read more

Hi friends! Courtney (Melissa’s daughter) here. I’ve lived in many small spaces over the years—shared college rooms, a tiny bedroom in my sister’s townhouse, a 600‑square‑foot studio, and now a 500‑square‑foot one‑bedroom—so I’ve picked up plenty of tips for making a small home feel cozy, calm, and welcoming. Last week I hosted an Amazon Live … Read more

I discovered both of these pumpkin-decorating photos on Martha Stewart and instantly loved them. They’re strikingly different from each other and a far cry from the typical carved jack-o’-lantern. That contrast is exactly what drew me in: they feel fresh, unique, and full of personality. Uniqueness is what defines us and gives our seasonal décor … Read more

Blue & White Collections As I go through my house reorganizing things bit by bit, I sometimes make happy little discoveries. Recently I found the missing black cabinet drawer we lost when we moved from Oregon to Washington — three years ago — and it felt like a small victory. Sometimes the discoveries are less … Read more

Do you ever feel like your house doesn’t quite look or feel the way you want? Beyond aesthetics, most of us long for a home that feels like a sanctuary — a peaceful place that restores and inspires. Everyone deserves a space that supports their well‑being. When we don’t prioritize the atmosphere of our home … Read more

II’ve mentioned Dutch doors on this blog more times than I can count over the past year. I’m not apologizing — the Great Dutch Door Transformation is about to be a real game changer for this house. Our house is a very, very nice house, but I wanted it to feel like more than just … Read more