Pink decor is enjoying a joyful comeback, and it’s an easy, cheerful way to introduce color into your home. Treat yourself to one—or several—of these pretty pieces to brighten a room. Each season I watch store displays and new collections to see which colors and styles are trending. Lately I’m spotting medium-toned colors everywhere—soft greens, … Read more
Is your living room ready for the holidays? Get inspired by these Christmas living room decor ideas to add festive charm to your home. Happy holiday season! This year I had so much fun decorating our new home for Christmas. We moved last December and I simply placed a tree in the living room and … Read more
Collect these simple, elegant, and joyful ideas for farmhouse Christmas kitchen decor. The kitchen is the heart of the home all year long, and at the holidays it deserves just as much attention as the tree or mantel. We often spend our decorating energy on the tree, entryway wreath, or mantel, but the kitchen is … Read more
We’re Expecting Baby #2 — A Pregnancy Announcement and Our Journey Hello, friends! It’s been a while, and I’ve missed connecting here. Life has been a bit quieter around the blog lately, and if you noticed that—or even if you didn’t—I wanted to share what’s been going on behind the scenes. For the past several … Read more
It’s always so fun to take a step back and see which posts YOU loved the most over the past 12 months. Find out your favorite Turquoise Home posts of 2020! I love looking back to see which new posts resonated most with you this year. The most popular posts are a great guide for … Read more
We closed on our home three years ago this week. Looking back at the builder-basic house we bought and comparing it to what it is today, I’m proud of how much I’ve customized to make it feel more like us and less, well, beige. Small projects and thoughtful updates can transform a generic space into … Read more
Creating a space that truly feels like home doesn’t need to be expensive or stressful. Whether you’re furnishing your first apartment or refreshing a long‑lived house, a few versatile, high‑quality decor staples will form a strong foundation and let your personal style shine over time. These essential pieces make a room look finished and function … Read more
Rug shopping can feel overwhelming when you’re buying online. Below are some of my favorite retailers and practical tips to help you find the best place to buy rugs online. When I revealed my living room makeover back in 2013, it became one of the most popular posts on my blog. The makeover generated thousands … Read more
I’ve found some adorable, casual, and affordable summer dresses you’ll want to add to your warm-weather wardrobe. Summer is my favorite season, but the intense Southern heat can make dressing comfortably a challenge. Our days are often spent at the pool or on the lake, so I tend to reach for pieces that are easy … Read more
Happy weekend! I spent last weekend working outdoors to get a head start on our backyard projects. We (mostly my husband) cleared the grass that had crept into our fire pit, I pressure-washed an old swing that we moved into the yard, and I pulled weeds from a flower bed. By the end of it … Read more
