Coastal Living In the gray stretch of winter, it helps to have small reminders that spring will return. Bringing green into the home is one of the simplest ways to lift the mood and hint at warmer days ahead. Fresh green tones, especially when paired with soft creams and whites, create a calming, renewed atmosphere … Read more

Do you ever find yourself in a creative lull with your home? Most of us do at some point. I’m just coming out of one myself. It’s common to feel this after finishing a remodel or a string of major projects. Dining Bench Source There’s a clear reason for that lull. For months you’ve been … Read more

Country Living There is nothing I find more beautiful at any time of the year than decorating with natural elements. At Christmas, greenery, pinecones and berries tucked into vignettes around the house instantly convey the season without the need for fuss or a trip to the store. These simple, organic touches bring an effortless sense … Read more

Are you hosting Thanksgiving this week? If you live in Canada you may already be looking ahead to Christmas, but for many families the close timing of Thanksgiving and Christmas can feel hurried. In our home we like to slow the pace and stretch the season so the joy of Thanksgiving can linger. Some years … Read more

Happy Saturday! This week flew by, and next week promises to be full of change — we’ll share an update about Courtney moving into the lower level. Moving always takes more time and energy than expected, but she’s settling in and we’re making plans for projects both upstairs and downstairs. I’m excited to begin sharing … Read more

Hi friends! It’s been a long week — or at least it felt like one to me. I’m writing this on Saturday, but by the time you read it it may well be Sunday. Last week dragged on, but today feels like the start of a fresh new week. This picture of Jack was taken … Read more

Country Living I hope you are enjoying a lovely holiday weekend. We spent most of ours outside working on the side patio, and it’s finally starting to take shape. I’m excited to share the progress soon. In the meantime, here are inspirational photos to help you decorate a porch. Each image shows different ways to … Read more

Cottage by the Sea is a personal interpretation of coastal decorating that blends charm, authenticity, and lasting comfort. It nods to classic coastal design while adding the warmth of cottage living, the character of New England homes, and a relaxed Pacific Northwest sensibility. Here are five practical ways to embrace the cottage by the sea … Read more

My daughters and I are starting a new gallery wall in the family room, and I’m genuinely excited about how it will look. We began by arranging all the frames on the floor to test different layouts before adding the artwork. The collection comes from a recent trip to Europe, so the wall will be … Read more

We’re delighted to have our game table in the living room — it has quickly become a favorite spot for date nights, family meals and game nights. Many readers have asked about our wooden Aggravation (also called Agitation) game board, so I wanted to share a few similar options and ideas for bringing games into … Read more