I was doing some late-night Pinterest browsing when I came across several beautiful rooms by designer Sarah Richardson and her talented team that I hadn’t noticed before. Some of them I’ve featured in the past, but seeing them again felt just as delightful. I always admire Sarah’s work—each room has a distinct charm and thoughtful … Read more

BH&G Wouldn’t you like to have lunch on that screened porch? It looks cool and comfortable — an inviting outdoor room that draws you outside on a pleasant summer morning or a warm evening. The weathered green chairs paired with the dark wood table and floors create a relaxed, lived-in feeling. A sunny yellow throw … Read more

I spotted this Christmas tree placed inside a basket on Southern Living. I love the idea of moving away from the usual metal stand and traditional tree skirt and using a more charming container to display your tree. We’ve all wrestled with trees that won’t stand straight, so a basket may not be ideal for … Read more

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot I often receive emails from readers asking for help choosing color schemes for their homes. There’s rarely a single right answer because so many attractive options and combinations exist. Boldly mixing and matching paint colors into fresh palettes gives you freedom to express your own style and … Read more

Let’s be honest: garages often become catchalls for everything but the car. With a little planning and effort, you can transform that chaotic space into an organized, functional area this summer. Start by clearing everything out and sorting items into categories: keep, donate, recycle, and toss. This initial purge makes it easier to see what … Read more

Sometimes the smallest, most ordinary things spark a decorating idea. In my case it was a yellow file box. More on that in a moment. Here, summer doesn’t truly feel like it’s arrived until late July, so expecting summer vibes at the end of May feels a little premature. Still, we get bursts of sunshine … Read more

Bookcases bring so much charm to a room. I love how they instantly create the feeling of a cozy library. This year we had plans to install built-in cabinets and bookcases in our dining room and living room. I was thrilled at the thought of finally adding built-ins, something I’d been dreaming about since we … Read more

Ikea “Duktig” kitchen HHello! It’s Cassie here for my monthly guest post. If you’ve ever searched “play kitchen” on Pinterest, you’ve likely come across the popular Ikea Duktig kitchen hack. The Duktig is simple to assemble, budget-friendly, and lends itself well to creative customization, which is why it’s a favorite for DIYers. With my daughter … Read more

You might want to grab a cup of coffee and settle in — I have a lot of delightful details to share today. I recently made a new friend, Jessica, who reached out with the sweetest email and quickly won me over. In the blogging world you meet people all the time, but some connections … Read more

Sources: (Mouse Candle Holder at 3 places >> Home Depot // Wayfair // Amazon) // Blue Battery-Operated Taper Candle // Blue and White Flower Ginger Jar After my recent post about battery-operated colored candles, many readers asked where to find candle holders. I gathered a selection of favorites and ideas for taper candles, votives, tealights, … Read more