I LOVE a tidy, well-organized craft room. Kellie from This Blessed Nest recently transformed a space in her home into a beautiful craft room, and it’s full of practical, stylish ideas. I’m admittedly a little jealous—my own supplies live in a stack of bins on the floor, which is far from inspiring. Kellie’s room, however, … Read more

One of the things I love most about blogging is the community of women I’ve met. I’ve had the privilege of connecting and collaborating with so many talented and generous people online. With the challenges in today’s economy, now is the perfect time to come together, support one another, and turn online friendships into real-life … Read more

Creative Christmas tree theme! We chose not to have one large main tree this year. Instead of a grand, fragrant fresh-cut tree or an elaborate version of the usual centerpiece, we decided to keep things simple and use what we already had. This pared-down approach felt right for our family this season. Rather than one … Read more

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Guest DIY post submitted by Mrs. Limestone of Brooklyn Limestone Creating a personalized silhouette pillow is an easy, inexpensive project that yields a striking result. Follow these simple steps to transform a photo into a crisp, graphic profile perfect for cushions, wall art, or gifts. Take a clear profile photo of your subject against a … Read more

So much progress has been made since my last update. It’s amazing to see how the space has evolved from the early March demo to the recent installation of floors, cabinets, and sink, and now the flurry of activity over the past two weeks. The kitchen is coming together exactly as I imagined. There are … Read more

A few weeks ago our basement bathroom was bland and uninspiring. I had wanted to update it since we moved in, but it never rose to the top of our to-do list. When our daughter Courtney decided to move into the lower level this year, we finally started thinking about simple ways to make the … Read more

I mentioned recently that we’ve decided to stay in this house and put down deeper roots. We feel content with that decision. Of course life changes, needs shift, and desires evolve, so nothing is certain long term — and that’s fine. I’m at peace with the unknown, too. Knowing that our current plan is to … Read more

HHello friends! Spring has been glorious here, and the sunshine has done wonders for my mood. Still, I have occasional low days, which feels normal given everything that’s going on in the world right now. It’s important to be gentle with ourselves as we adjust and process these changing times. My daily life hasn’t shifted … Read more

It’s fun to think beyond the usual when decorating for spring. Instead of the typical vase, try arranging a fresh spring bouquet in a basket. The result is casual, charming, and perfect for bringing a seasonal touch to any room. Gather tulips or other spring blooms from a local market or florist and choose a … Read more