One of my favorite ways to relax at home is to sit (and sip!) on our backyard patio. We spend a ton of family time in this space, gathering to chat, read and sometimes play a game or two. We recently transitioned this space to get continued use through the chillier fall and winter months.… Continue reading COZY FALL PATIO
Category: Home Decor & Inspiration
MODERN FARMHOUSE FOOTBALL MAN CAVE IDEAS
If you’ve seen any of my home tour posts, you know that I have a very particular design style. Most of the rooms in my house rely heavily on neutral basics with strong contrast. I accessorize with modern farmhouse décor. I like to amp up texture through the use of metals, wood, natural fibers and… Continue reading MODERN FARMHOUSE FOOTBALL MAN CAVE IDEAS
EASY DIY WILD GREENERY WREATH
If you’ve recently spent any length of time perusing hobby store aisles for the perfect spring or summer wreath, you might share in my frustration. Most of what is available ready-made is a bit pitiful. I’m not a fan of gaudy florals that look about as real as a garden gnome. I wanted something with… Continue reading EASY DIY WILD GREENERY WREATH
SAGE GREEN AND LAVENDER SPRING TABLE
One of my favorite ways to usher in any given season is to switch up the tablescape in my formal dining room. In all honesty, we rarely entertain, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t decorate this space appropriately for spring. Our dining room is prominently located in the house and is very visible to… Continue reading SAGE GREEN AND LAVENDER SPRING TABLE
HOW TO STYLE A CONSOLE TABLE FOR SPRING
You know how when you live in a place long enough, you start to take certain perks for granted? After enduring weeks of gloomy gray skies I can say with certainty that I took Arizona’s sunny days for granted. In fact, there were even times when we lived there that I wished for rain if… Continue reading HOW TO STYLE A CONSOLE TABLE FOR SPRING
5 TIPS FOR A MORE BEAUTIFUL + ORGANIZED KITCHEN
If you follow me on Instagram, you know that it’s my favorite place to share photos of my home. Some of the most popular photos I post there have one thing in common: my kitchen. I don’t know for sure what it is about my kitchen that inspires people to double click and heart that… Continue reading 5 TIPS FOR A MORE BEAUTIFUL + ORGANIZED KITCHEN
BEAUTIFUL AND ORGANIZED LAUNDRY ROOM MAKEOVER
Thank you, Cost Plus World Market, for sponsoring this post. All opinions and ideas presented are my own. When we moved into this house two years ago, I almost simultaneously underwent a huge personal transition: I took a part-time job outside of the house. Having worked in and from the home for upwards of fifteen… Continue reading BEAUTIFUL AND ORGANIZED LAUNDRY ROOM MAKEOVER
FREE PRINTABLE VALENTINE’S DAY “LOVE” SIGN
I don’t know about you, but after coming off of the holidays, I don’t really feel like going all in with my Valentine’s Day decorating. For Hallmark holidays, I’m more likely to find a few cozy corners that would benefit from some festive color and a heart or two. But, while my approach to Valentine’s… Continue reading FREE PRINTABLE VALENTINE’S DAY “LOVE” SIGN
FIVE ESSENTIAL OILS PERFECT FOR WINTER
In my house we use essential oils just about every day of the year. From homemade, natural cleaning products to soothing topical applications or diffused blends, I’ve quickly become a huge fan of essential oils. I turn to my growing collection of essential oils for so many different uses and I’m always seeking not only… Continue reading FIVE ESSENTIAL OILS PERFECT FOR WINTER
CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR | PART TWO
I’m continuing with the virtual tour of my decked halls. If you’re seeking Christmas decorating ideas and you’ve not seen my Christmas Home Tour (Part I) you might want to check that post out, too. In today’s tour, we’re visiting the keeping room, the breakfast nook and mudroom. Let’s get started, shall we?
HOW TO ADD TEXTURE TO A CASUAL TABLE SETTING
This post is sponsored by Wayfair. I was compensated to share my ideas with you. I think it’s safe to say that we’ve officially entered entertaining season. Whether it’s a fancy holiday meal or a casual dinner party with friends, when people gather, they tend to gather around a table of one sort another. And… Continue reading HOW TO ADD TEXTURE TO A CASUAL TABLE SETTING
FIVE THINGS YOU NEED FOR FALL PORCH DECOR
If you’ve seen my fall house tour, it will come as no surprise to you that I don’t mess around when it comes to autumn decor. What might surprise you is that I don’t stop inside the house; decorating the porch for fall is just as fun — if not more so — as decorating… Continue reading FIVE THINGS YOU NEED FOR FALL PORCH DECOR