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

This week has felt like a gentle reset for my mind, my home, and our family’s schedule. The girls are back in school, and I’m slowly returning to the projects I paused before the holidays. I’m eager to get back into the garage and finish a few bedroom DIY tasks I started earlier — those … Read more

We spent fall break at home this week—tackling a few house projects, catching up on chores, and savoring one last stretch of lake time before boating season ends. I hope you had a restful week, too. With the holidays approaching, I’ve also put together a big post about the Christmas decor trends I’m noticing this … Read more

Welcome to my Fall Home Tour! I’m so glad you stopped by to see how I’ve brought a few autumn touches into our home this year. Yesterday the humidity finally dropped and the high was only 79—so refreshing! We even put on sweaters, jackets, and boots for dinner. That little hint of cool weather felt … Read more