Botanical Plates, Bowls & Platters: Affordable Decorative Tableware
Who doesn’t love the idea of using dishes as decor? I recently bought the cutest set of dishes at Walmart (not sponsored)…
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Meet Jack: Inside the Life of a Modern Small-Business Founder
Yes — we now have a 10-week-old Goldendoodle puppy. You may have seen on Facebook that we brought home a 10-week-old Goldendoodle.…
Coastal Kitchen Inspiration: 5 Design Tips to Soothe Your Heart
photo credit: Hiya Papaya 5 Coastal-Inspired Kitchen Decorating Tips This kitchen is absolutely stunning. It was featured in a house tour that…
Window Boxes That Boost Curb Appeal | Kylee’s House Update
Kylee here — this summer we added window boxes to the exterior of our Cape Cod–style home, and they instantly boosted curb…
Stylish Teen Boy Bedroom Ideas and Design Inspiration
Inspiration for a Modern Boy’s Room 1. Target 2. Ebay 3. Target 4. Overstock* 5. Red Letter Words 6. World Market 7.…
A Boy and His Room: Creative Ideas for Decorating Kids’ Spaces
August 2007 I didn’t plan to write today—I had already scheduled a post last night—but inspiration struck and I couldn’t resist sharing…
Elegant Bamboo Tabletop Easel for Displaying Artwork
You know those small decorative items you’ve wanted for ages but either can’t find or can’t justify the price? I’ve had one…
Summer Entertaining Ideas for Real Life Gatherings
I am enjoying a wonderfully busy week helping my daughters settle in Washington, so I invited my friend Sandy from Reluctant Entertainer…
Practical Habits for a Greener, More Sustainable Home
Today many of us are looking for practical ways to save money and conserve resources. Making thoughtful choices about what we buy…
2022 Year in Review: Key Moments, Trends, and Takeaways
Brass Window Candle As the year draws to a close, I like to pause and reflect with gratitude. Looking back helps me…
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