After all the effort we put into converting our playroom into a media room last year, we still love this space. The only thing missing was true blackout curtains for daytime movie watching. As the finishing touch, we chose single-panel drapes pulled back at the sides of our media room windows to create a vintage … Read more

The HGTV Dream Home is full of those “pinch-me” moments: sweeping views, luxe finishes, and furniture budgets most of us only dream about. When Robert and I toured the Dream Home on Lake Wylie in Charlotte during a recent event, I made a point of looking past the big-ticket features to find practical, budget-friendly design … Read more

Master Bathroom Makeover: Builder Grade to Rustic Industrial on a $374 Budget I’ve been excited to share this reveal for weeks — and it was worth the wait. Projects always take longer than expected, but that makes the finished result even more satisfying. This was the first time I planned a room makeover from the … Read more

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. 5 Halloween table decor ideas with DIY crafts, styling tips, and place setting inspiration for a murder mystery party. I love any reason to bring a little magic to a table through DIY Halloween decorating — especially when a meal or gathering is involved. After updating our … Read more

A shopping-list gift guide for postpartum recovery: essentials for lactation support, pain relief, hormonal care, stress reduction, and self-care to help new moms feel like themselves again Full transparency: this is a very honest, practical post about the realities of postpartum recovery. Since most readers of this blog are women, I hope these recommendations can … Read more

Oh, my mama heart—this latest project might just top our previous DIYs like the storybook art, the kiddie desks, and the reading nook for pure little-girl charm. Maybe that’s the former ballerina in me talking, but we built a ballet barre in Olivia’s room and she’s been twirling nonstop since we finished it this weekend. … Read more

Step-by-step: Make a Soft Sage and Blush Spring Wreath from Scratch This is a simple, romantic tutorial for creating a spring wreath from scratch using artificial sage greenery and blush-toned flowers. The finished wreath has a soft, understated look that suits a variety of entryways and porches. I made mine quickly and inexpensively with faux … Read more

A quick and simple way to refresh a dated kitchen: create a whitewashed faux brick backsplash over existing tile for under $75. Finding a beautiful backsplash solution that hides old tile without demolition isn’t easy, but this method delivers great results with minimal mess and cost. I’ve always loved the charm of a whitewashed brick … Read more

A curated collection of 20 beautiful ceiling fans that bring modern style to any room while keeping the temperature comfortable. Whether it’s July or January, ceiling fans are indispensable for us here in the South. They not only help circulate air efficiently but can also be a major design statement. Whenever I share photos of … Read more

A step-by-step tutorial for making craft pumpkins for fall using thrifted vintage wire bread baskets and mini bundt pan Jello molds. One of my favorite parts of thrifting is the accidental spark of inspiration that hits when you least expect it. Wandering through shelves stacked with plates, lamps, candlesticks, toys, and miscellany often sends ideas … Read more