On this week’s episode we tackle a familiar dilemma: what do you do when a sentimental hand-me-down just doesn’t fit with the rest of your home? If you’ve tried and tried to make it work but still can’t bring yourself to love it, do you keep it out of guilt and resent it, or let … Read more

Happy New Year! Is getting organized one of your resolutions this year? Many of us long for more simplicity and order. When life gets cluttered, it creates stress and distraction. The start of a new year is a natural moment to reset, build better habits, and create lasting change. Will you commit to making organization … Read more

Ready for more free stuff? Do I even need to ask? This week’s giveaway is from Shades of Light, a specialty lighting and decor store whose curated selection has been featured in publications like Cottage Living and Coastal Living. If you’re in Richmond, you may know their Broad Street location across from Willow Lawn. We … Read more

We had a brilliant idea to boost our home’s curb appeal: install a striking front-yard fountain. Imagine the difference a well-designed water feature can make—suddenly a modest brick ranch feels more polished and inviting. The fountain adds movement, sound, and a touch of elegance that elevates the entire façade. Doesn’t it look amazing? If you’ve … Read more

We never tire of a clever transformation like the one Sada and her husband Reagan shared. They turned an otherwise unused wall in their entryway into a practical coat-and-accessory station while creating a pleasing display for art and personal mementos. Their choices feel meaningful and joyful, and the arrangement is charmingly balanced. Here’s what they … Read more

I’ve been obsessed with egg chairs for over a decade, ever since I saw a hanging one in Domino magazine back in college and a striking image from Marie Claire Maison that’s lived in my inspiration folder for years. So when I walk into a thrift store, I’m always hunting for an egg chair. I … Read more

***This giveaway is now closed – see who won below!*** After receiving over 10,000 entries in less than 24 hours, we’re thrilled to announce the random winner of the SINGER One sewing machine. The lucky winner is… Angela, who described her skill level as a 1: “I can sew a straight line, but only if … Read more

Q: Can you write about how you store all of your Christmas decorations? Since you rotate ornaments every year and have a large tree plus a smaller tabletop tree, along with exterior decor and mantel items, I’m curious how much space it all occupies. I have an attic similar to yours, which I suspect is … Read more

*** This giveaway is now closed – see who won below! *** After 10,000 interesting name origin stories, random.org has selected our winners as… Beth (who says “my dad picked it out and to this day I’m whole heartily a daddy’s girl.”) and Chelsea (whose name story is: “My parents got my name from the … Read more

We’re a day behind on posting because our home internet wasn’t set up until late yesterday, but here’s a look at our first full day in the house on Tuesday. Boxes were scattered through every room—goodbye clean slate, hello chaos. Nothing is permanently placed yet; we just dropped furniture and boxes around to get settled … Read more