Build an easy DIY blanket ladder that stores and displays blankets neatly while adding simple farmhouse charm to your home. This quick, affordable project uses basic lumber and tools—total cost can be under $10 and it takes less than 30 minutes of assembly once pieces are cut. I’d been wanting a blanket ladder for a … Read more

A fresh, playful summer doormat is one of the quickest ways to brighten your front porch or back stoop. These mats are sassy, cheerful, and perfect for ushering in the warm season. Swapping out a doormat can instantly refresh your entryway and set a summery tone for your home. When temperatures rise and daylight stretches … Read more

There are countless ideas for decorating girls’ rooms. I’ve decorated two of my daughters’ rooms over the years—from nurseries to elementary-age bedrooms—so I hope these examples inspire your own projects. Every year I do a major decluttering session before the holidays. Decluttering in the fall makes space for birthday and holiday gifts, and keeps the … Read more

The paint color in the spotlight today is Benjamin Moore Hale Navy — one of the most popular navy paint colors available. It’s a deep, multi-dimensional blue that can create a cozy, comfortable room or serve as a bold but restrained accent. Hale Navy is one of my favorite colors. I painted the inside of … Read more

I love a free printable! They’re my favorite budget-friendly way to refresh home decor. All you need is a printer and a frame to add seasonal charm to any room. If you’ve followed The Turquoise Home for a while, you know I’m a big fan of free printables. They were a decorating lifesaver when we … Read more

Choose one of these best bedroom paint colors to help you unwind at the end of the day and feel refreshed in the morning. Picking the right paint color for a bedroom can be surprisingly stressful. One gray can look blue in one light and purple in another. A “warm white” might read yellow by … Read more

Many basic home projects and updates can be completed by a homeowner with these essential beginner DIY tools. When I first started tackling projects around my new, builder-grade home, money was tight and professional help wasn’t an option. I taught myself to DIY, slowly building a toolkit over time and learning how to use each … Read more

Even though I pulled the Christmas boxes out of the attic on November 1, it’s taken a little while to add the finishing touches to my living room. Since I’m not doing any holiday home tours this year, I’m free to decorate the way I like—room by room and at my own pace. That relaxed … Read more

I love a pretty tablescape — don’t you? My recent DIY Farmhouse Wooden Box Centerpiece inspired this very simple spring tablescape. I aim for effortless decor because life is busy, and a few thoughtful pieces can make a table feel pulled together without a lot of time or expense. Using items I already own, adding … Read more

As a work-at-home mom, I know what gifts feel truly useful and joyful—items that make the day smoother, more comfortable, or a little more beautiful. Below is a curated, practical list of over 15 thoughtful gift ideas for work-at-home moms. If you know one, save this list. If you are a work-at-home mom, consider sharing … Read more