I don’t think I’ve ever properly introduced you to my housekeeper. I’ve mentioned her a few times on social media, so some of you may already know her, but for those who don’t—let me tell you about Roomba. Her name is Roomba, and she’s a compact, round little machine that has become part of our … Read more

Yesterday I shared a Fall table I loved, and I realized I hadn’t shown you what’s currently on my table: two glass hurricanes I received from one of my sponsors. I adore them. They’re classic, versatile, and perfect for seasonal decor. One of the best things about these hurricanes is that you can customize them … Read more

Choosing the right sofa for your home is an important decision. Sofas are an investment that can define a room, so taking time to research and consider your options will pay off in the long run. When I was shopping for my white slipcovered sofa last year, I went back and forth more times than … Read more

Back when we lived in our Portland house, I installed wall sconces beside the bed — and I loved them. They made the bedroom feel cozy and added a lot of character. In fact, I appreciate wall lights in almost every room: they create warmth and personality while also serving a practical purpose. We’ve used … Read more

Alert! Beautiful, Colorful, Fun House Tour! I don’t normally publish this many posts in a single day, but when inspiration strikes I have to share it. I love showing beautiful homes, and this one is impossible to resist. It’s rare to get a look inside a house that’s so lively, creative, and beautifully photographed. This … Read more

After years of “make our own nut milk” being on our to-do list, we finally did it. Our nut milk journey got a jump start when we received a powerful blender as a Christmas gift. We also had a trusted recipe from my daughter Kylee, who always makes everything taste better, so we were ready … Read more

Quite a while ago I promised to turn the camera around and show more of our media room. This space has been slow to come together. It’s the room where our family watches TV, tucked upstairs where we don’t often entertain, so decorating it wasn’t my top priority when other projects demanded attention. Comfort was … Read more

I often hear from readers who need more storage at home. Many hesitate to collect seasonal items because they worry, where will everything go when the season is over? I face the same challenge, and over time I’ve found a few practical solutions that work well. Here’s how I store seasonal or extra vases, dishes, … Read more

You may have noticed this cabinet in our home over the years. We’ve repurposed it several times, across two houses, and it now serves as our household command center. In this post I’ll explain how we set it up and why it works so well for our family’s needs. Life at our house gets busy, … Read more

Oh, I couldn’t resist — more beautiful finds from Country Living! That magazine has me swooning twice this week. After seeing these photos, I felt inspired to turn vintage items into ornaments. I know, I’m pretending I have endless time during the holidays — and ignoring the fact that I’m moving — but for today … Read more