A curated list of the 9 best blue-gray paint colors designers recommend, with ideas for the best rooms to use them. After a busy day, few things restore calm like a thoughtfully designed, soothing space. Blue-gray paint is one of the simplest ways to create that peaceful, restorative atmosphere at home. Finding the right blue-gray, … Read more

Hi friends! Have you ever seen a designer light fixture and thought, “I could recreate that for a fraction of the cost”? While hunting for dining room inspiration I had one of those moments and ended up making a rope-wrapped chandelier that captures the look of a high-end Restoration Hardware French Empire Rope Chandelier (a … Read more

An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso. Before I dive back into more updates on the guest bedroom makeover, I have to stop and say a huge thank you to everyone who sent encouragement on Facebook and Instagram after we … Read more

10 vintage style light switch covers for all budgets to swap with your new plastic wall plates to give your home character and charm. I recently read a comment on a post about antique mural wallpaper that made me smile: “Looks great! Now you just need to change that old light switch cover!” In a … Read more

A few days ago, the tricky subject of recliners came up in the Bless’er House Budget Decorating Group. (If you want some awesome home ideas, personal decorating help in your house, and a place where you can ask free design questions, you can join the group here.) Why Finding a Pretty Recliner Is So Hard … Read more

A step-by-step beginner’s guide to painting cabinets including necessary supplies, tips to make the process easier and faster, and how to get a smooth, professional finish. Celebrate — the hallway bathroom cabinets are finally painted! If you’ve been staring at wood cabinets that don’t suit your style, painting them is one of the fastest, most … Read more

20 Neutral Accent Chairs for a Tight Budget I can’t yet share photos of our new house— the current owners are still moving out and I didn’t want to photograph their belongings— but I’ve been pinning, planning, and shopping online nonstop. Our top priority after closing will be the living room, since we spend most … Read more

How to create large-scale wall art from a shower curtain for under $100 — plus a curated selection of beautiful shower curtains ideal for this project. This DIY became one of our favorite art projects yet — and we’ve made a lot. It’s an easy, affordable way to produce striking oversized art that looks custom … Read more

Gift ideas for kids ages 3-9 in STEM toys, pretend play, and creative fun. One day I know I’ll miss the thrill of Christmas morning and the joy of hunting for the perfect kid-friendly gifts. These years—when little ones gasp, giggle, and tear open presents—are fleeting. Olivia has already taken on the role of “Santa’s … Read more

Merry Christmas Eve Eve Eve, everyone! I’m officially signing off for the season to enjoy some much-needed family time. The presents are wrapped, the house is clean (for now), grocery shopping is done, and somehow I managed to cross everything off my list with two days to spare. It feels like a small Christmas miracle. … Read more