Use any picture frame in your home to display this free downloadable winter painting art printable and enjoy it from Christmas through spring. It’s been a while since I shared a free art printable here—over the years there have been many—and this winter painting felt like the perfect one to offer next. Our breakfast nook … Read more

A simple three-step tutorial for painting laminate IKEA furniture that prevents peeling and scuffs and helps your painted finish last, giving you a custom, long-lasting look. This is one of those lessons learned the hard way that I had to turn into a friendly heads-up: prep the surface before you paint. After a few mistakes … Read more

Use these straightforward tutorials to add wall molding and trim that give your home a custom, upscale look for a fraction of professional costs. If you live in a builder-grade house, adding architectural trim is one of the quickest ways to create the charm and visual interest of an older, more detailed home. For DIY … Read more

A lighting guide roundup: 32 modern-traditional shaded chandeliers — designer pieces and budget-friendly dupes As I planned the next phase of our dining room refresh, I kept coming across the same style that felt absolutely perfect: modern-traditional shaded chandeliers. I ended up finding an ideal example on Facebook Marketplace — a McGee & Co. chandelier … Read more

If you’ve been following our recent makeovers — the master bathroom, breakfast area, foyer, daughter’s room, and the hallway bathroom — you know I don’t stay still for long. While putting the finishing touches on our latest project, I was already sketching ideas for the next space: the master bedroom. It’s time to turn this … Read more

The day has finally arrived! After what felt like an eternity — only about three months — we’ve officially received the keys to our new brick Colonial and I couldn’t be more excited to share the before tour. We’ve shared every twist and turn of this emotional roller coaster since we listed our old house, … Read more

Modern farmhouse bathroom makeover — a reveal full of practical, budget-friendly ideas to give a builder-grade bathroom rustic charm. Reveal day is finally here! After many small updates and a few leftover pieces repurposed from around the house, this once-basic bathroom now feels warm, layered, and inviting. Photographing it was a challenge because the room … Read more

Upscale-looking bathroom prints and bathroom art ideas for under $100 to create a high-end look for less. Bathroom art can be surprisingly tricky to choose. Unlike other rooms in the house, bathrooms and powder rooms present a unique decorating challenge: you don’t necessarily want a portrait staring back at you from the wall while you’re … Read more

This post is sponsored by Better Homes & Gardens at Walmart. 40+ hostess and housewarming gift ideas for the homebody, entertainer, and chef that are affordable and perfect for last-minute gifting. With holiday gatherings, neighborhood parties, and a lot of moves happening this year, I’ve had more requests than usual for thoughtful hostess and housewarming … Read more

Top 12 blue-green and teal paint colors designers recommend for creating moody yet vibrant bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices. This week we’re embracing teal for the conference/office/multipurpose meeting room at The Cottage with The Life House Women’s Shelter in our community. We wanted a space that feels calm and moody while still feeling energetic, and … Read more