I have been enjoying all the Blissdom recaps around the internet—stories of friends, learning, and the fun that filled the weekend. I’ve spent the week recovering: long travel, public speaking, and so much excitement left me pleasantly wiped out. It was a wonderful event. I didn’t take many photos (only three, and they were terrible), … Read more

Many readers might remember when I wrote about my unfinished kitchen island and how unsure I was about keeping or finishing it. After completing the recent kitchen remodel, I decided to keep the island and give it a distressed, antique-furniture look. In the remodel reveal you can see the island transformed into a warm, rugged … Read more

Each week on our Inspired Room Style Instagram (and on TIR and the blog) we highlight timeless and on-trend home decor pieces to help followers style their homes affordably and with ease. A few months ago we began a monthly series here on the blog to round up the previous month’s favorite finds from Inspired … Read more

@thegroggyanchor Beadboard is a timeless design feature that brings texture and cottage charm to any room. I love how it adds character, and it has been a favorite in many of our older homes. We currently have beadboard wainscoting in our house, and I’m excited to be adding it to our new kitchen. Installation began … Read more

As part of the 5th Annual Fall Nesting series and party, I’m hosting a general link-up for bloggers running a Fall home series this year. If you’ll be publishing a series of posts about fall decorating, cozy routines, seasonal projects, or anything related to Fall nesting on your blog this October, please add your series … Read more

@carpendaughter This week’s Sunday Strolls & Scrolls highlights five charming kids’ rooms full of warmth, creativity, and thoughtful details. Whether you’re decorating a nursery, a toddler’s room, or a shared space for siblings, these interiors offer practical ideas and gentle inspiration to help you create a cozy sanctuary for little ones. Sunday Strolls + Scrolls … Read more

Isn’t Jack handsome with his fresh spring haircut? I think so. He was a little annoyed that we left him at the groomer for the trim. At first he didn’t understand why haircuts were such a big deal. Then he caught a glimpse of himself in the mirror and immediately knew—he looked very handsome. Coincidentally, … Read more

I have always loved the principle of form and function in design. When everyday household items are both useful and attractive, routine tasks like cooking, cleaning and tidying feel less like chores and more like mindful moments. Seeing practical items displayed neatly adds to the calm and cohesion of a room — a small luxury … Read more

Update: my new kitchen with a covered range hood! If you enjoy cooking, use a gas range, or simply dislike food odors drifting through the house, a high-quality range hood can make a big difference. In our last two kitchen remodels I added new range hoods and they transformed both the look and the function … Read more

Hi, friends! This week feels like the last lazy stretch of summer before my son heads back to school. Have you returned to your fall routines yet? I’m grateful for one more week of relaxed days, and while I’ll miss summer, I’m also excited for what’s ahead. Dun dun dun… We are just ONE WEEK … Read more