It seems that, in addition to Amazon Prime Day in the summer and Black Friday sales in November, October now brings its own wave of major promotions — an in-between Big Deal Day and Target Circle Week. A few years ago I remember wondering if it was too early for Black Friday-style discounts, but this … Read more

Benjamin Moore Palladian Blue is a beloved muted blue-green paint that brings a calm, restful feeling to a room. This soft, versatile shade works in many styles of homes and adds a gentle, sophisticated pop of color without feeling overpowering. Palladian Blue (Benjamin Moore HC-144) leans cool, blending blue and green with subtle gray undertones … Read more

Learn how to make your own drapes! Finding curtains you love can be difficult—make them yourself by creating DIY stenciled curtains. Hello! I spent almost a month slowly working on this project, and I’m excited to share how I made custom stenciled curtains for my living room. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. … Read more

Rustic wooden pumpkin decor comes in many shapes and sizes. Whether you repurpose scrap wood from a pile in the garage or pick up inexpensive lumber at the hardware store, these projects quickly give your home a cozy, autumnal look. I love these ideas—especially the ones you can make from materials you already have. Each … Read more

These Christmas color palettes break away from the classic red, white, and green. Try one of these modern holiday palettes this season for a fresh, stylish twist on traditional Christmas decor. With the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to plan your decor. I like to choose a color scheme early so I can coordinate … Read more

This Mason Jar Lid Pumpkin is an adorable and simple craft you can make in about 30 minutes using just a handful of basic supplies. It’s perfect for fall décor, gift-giving, or crafting with friends. I first made a mason jar lid pumpkin back in 2012 when these little cuties began showing up all over … Read more

Happy long weekend and Happy Presidents’ Day! We’re taking advantage of the extra days to visit the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, and I’m looking forward to the exhibits and inspiration. It’s also a great time to browse holiday weekend sales and find fresh pieces for the home. This week’s Home Style Saturday … Read more

A well-chosen power tool set is an excellent gift for the home improvement fan in your life. Use this guide to find the essential power tools every homeowner should have for common projects and repairs. A quality power tool set is a smart investment for any homeowner. Whether you regularly tackle DIY projects or just … Read more

Traditional Red and Green Christmas Mantel with Plaid Accents It’s my favorite time of year again, and my favorite spot to decorate is the mantel — so this might be my favorite post of the season. This year I stuck with a classic red and green palette for my mantel decor, and the whole house … Read more

This simple DIY nursery bookshelf tutorial uses only a few basic supplies and tools. These wall-mounted book ledges make bedtime stories more fun and keep books visible and accessible for little hands. I’d been meaning to build these easy bookshelf ledges for months, and now that they’re finished in Baby G’s room I wonder why … Read more