Today I’m excited to introduce the first two blog friends participating in my Dwelling book launch blog tour. Each of them brings a distinct and inspiring perspective to home life and home blogging. If you haven’t entered the giveaway we’re running this week, start with the main giveaway page and then return here for additional … Read more

My office in my last home Right now the house feels a little disorganized, as if I’m moving in all over again. It’s not that extreme, thankfully, but we’ve been hauling furniture and boxes down to the basement and creating a bit of chaos. Those moving flashbacks are real. My kitchen in our last home … Read more

Better Homes & Gardens Remember back in February when I shared progress on a project in our son’s bathroom? Time has a way of slipping by. I started that project nearly a year ago, and if you were wondering why you haven’t seen the finished space yet, it’s simply because I haven’t quite finished it. … Read more

This post is in partnership with Wayfair The countdown to the holidays is on. We’re hosting Thanksgiving next week and Christmas is just a few weeks away, so we’ve been getting our home ready for the whole hosting and holiday season with help from Wayfair. *** Click here for above sources *** From baking and … Read more

Do you have a corner of your home that sparks creativity? Maybe it’s an entire room, a dedicated table, or simply a shelf or cabinet where supplies live. Many of us see our homes as creative canvases, but actually starting a project feels easier when there’s a specific space set aside for making. Below are … Read more

I’m extra excited about fall this year. Not that I’m not always excited about the season, but each autumn feels fresh and full of possibility. We’re in that awkward stage of being fully moved in but not yet settled, and I’m enjoying the slow, simple work of making this house feel like home. There’s something … Read more

SToday marks the first day of fall — cue happy dancing in boots and dreams of seasonal lattes. It was a perfect autumn day in Seattle as I ran errands: deciduous leaves are beginning to change and tumble among the evergreens, and the grass showed a light touch of morning dew. The air felt fresh … Read more

Julie Blanner TThe past three weeks have been so exciting. I finished my work on The Inspired Room book months ago, but seeing it appear in readers’ homes and photos on social media has felt like an early gift. I’m truly grateful for all the support and encouragement. Today I’m happy to share another collection … Read more

To kick off the approaching summer season, we gave our front door and porch a fresh update. This time of year is perfect for improving curb appeal so the exterior will be ready for fall decorating and the holidays. You may have seen the new door color on my Instagram stories, but here’s a progress … Read more

Oh! Inspiring Find! Pat from Back Porch Musings’ fabulous island makeover (seen through the lovely dining room!) Do you enjoy collecting ideas you find on blogs? I used to wander through blogs constantly, bookmarking projects and photos I loved, only to forget where I discovered them later. I don’t have time for elaborate note-taking or … Read more