We’ve been quietly updating our primary bedroom—small, intentional changes to make the space feel calmer and more polished. One of the most impactful swaps was replacing our old, utilitarian ceiling fan with something that feels more elegant and thoughtfully designed. After years of living under a standard, big-bladed fan, we wanted something that would still … Read more

The 12 most popular, top-rated yard games for adults and kids plus favorite backyard décor to make your next outdoor party a success. We’ve been unofficially training for a Yard Games Olympics for years—our backyard makeover is proof that all the effort was worth it. Top Picks for July 4th Backyard Barbecue Prep With July … Read more

Step-by-step, easy-to-follow tutorial showing how to create built-in bookcases using IKEA Billy bookcases. We’re deep into the playroom makeover and can finally see the finish line. The work has been tiring, but every step gets us closer to a functional, kid-friendly space with plenty of storage. Earlier I shared the big vision for this room, … Read more

Lately our family has been playing a silly little game: Hide the Remote from the Baby. No matter how many bright, noisy toys an infant has, the truly irresistible objects always seem to be car keys, a cardboard box, or—of course—the TV remote. Go figure. I decided to turn the problem into a solution by … Read more

I spent the week channeling my inner Monica Geller — and maybe watching a few too many Friends reruns — because our laundry room desperately needed attention. This room sits between our garage and the kitchen and has a lot of awkward nooks that weren’t being used efficiently. Once we started the makeover and organization … Read more

6 ideas to make your own DIY haunted house Halloween decorations using items from thrift stores, antique shops, or things you already own. Welcome to our haunted entryway—well, just the entryway is haunted, not the whole house. I don’t usually go all-out for Halloween, but our foyer table is the one place I like to … Read more

Christmas time is busy enough without complicated crafts. Here are 25 cheap and easy Christmas crafts you can make today! Christmas is my favorite season — warm, cozy, and full of tradition. But it can also feel overwhelming if you try to take on large or expensive projects. That’s why I focus on simple, affordable … Read more

Do you ever walk from your living room into the kitchen and feel like you’ve stepped into a different house—different color, texture, and style—so the rooms don’t seem to speak to one another? That’s a common question I get in messages and in DIY Decorator School. A truly cohesive home lets each room feel distinct … Read more

Free printables: vintage Halloween etchings and antique portrait downloads, plus a modern classic entryway dressed for fall. I couldn’t resist—this year I went all in on Halloween in our entryway. It began with a charming antique frame I found while antiquing with my mom and quickly turned into a full-on foyer refresh with a spooky-yet-stylish … Read more

Lately I’ve fallen hard for gold—it’s an unexpected crush that has started to creep into more corners of our home. Don’t worry: oil-rubbed bronze and I are still on good terms. But after working on the powder room refresh, I kept picturing brass and antique gold finishes throughout the house. A few weeks ago I … Read more