Happy weekend! We officially returned to school this week, and while I always feel a little nostalgic as summer ends, I’m also excited to get back into a steady routine. With the kids back in class, I finally have more hours during the day to make progress on the home projects that have been patiently … Read more

My Long-Awaited Living Room Photo Gallery Wall Reveal I’m thrilled to finally share the finished photo gallery wall in my living room. This project has been in the making since last August, so it feels great to have it complete. We take our time around here and work within a budget—no TV-show timelines—just steady progress. … Read more

Learning how to change a light fixture is one of the simplest, most effective ways to refresh your home—new lighting can transform a space in minutes. When we moved into our first house, I waited far too long to swap outdated fixtures because the idea of working with electricity intimidated me. After several years I … Read more

Don’t let outlet covers stand out awkwardly against your freshly painted walls. Painting outlet covers to match the wall is an easy, affordable way to make details disappear and give any room a more polished, cohesive look. If you’ve ever noticed how a plain white or off-white outlet plate draws the eye against a richly … Read more

Add function and beauty to your living room with thoughtful coffee table decor. Here are six easy tips to help you style a coffee table that’s both useful and beautiful. Coffee tables have long been the focal point of a seating area. They typically sit in the middle of the living room between the sofa … Read more

I love a holiday weekend—not just for the extra time off, but for the outstanding deals. This President’s Day weekend has some of the best sales of the season. I keep a running list of items I want (and sometimes need) so I can jump when the price is right. Sales like this make it … Read more

Who doesn’t love the warm glow of Christmas lights and a steaming mug of hot cocoa? Welcome to my Christmas Nights Home Tour — come see the house all lit up for the holidays and settle in for a cozy chat by the tree. This season I’m choosing to slow down, let go of the … Read more

Create a mood board every time you start a room makeover. It’s a simple, effective way to visualize the room before you buy a single item or paint a wall. A mood board is hands-down the best tool for planning a room’s design. After I shared my office vision board, many of you asked how … Read more

Grab a free organizing checklist to keep you on track when you feel overwhelmed! We’ve reached Day 25 of decluttering and organizing, and if you’re anything like me, looking around still feels a little daunting. There’s a lot left to do, and that’s okay. Real, lasting organization rarely happens overnight. It’s common to hope for … Read more

This DIY driftwood finish is an easy way to achieve a whitewashed, beachy look on any piece of wood. It’s an ideal backdrop for weathered signs, coastal décor, and summer mantel displays. I recently wanted to recreate the rope-accented look I admired in a store piece, but at home and on a budget. Since I … Read more