How to Make a Knock-Off Gold Leaf Sculpture Using Faux Leaves, Spray Paint, Scrap Wood, and Marble Contact Paper I’ll be honest: at first I didn’t think this tiny DIY would work. I don’t consider myself an artist—my drawing skills are basically stick figures—so I expected this to look homemade. But after spotting elegant gold … Read more

This post is about a true stone-cold stunner: a Victorian marble-top chest we rescued and restored. If you love thrifting and score-hunting as much as I do, you know the thrill of finding a diamond-in-the-rough. We found this marble-topped chest on Craigslist for $125, and with a little elbow grease it turned into a showpiece … Read more

A quick homework desk change-up with drawers and a memo board to stay organized + back-to-school ideas. It felt like the end of an era — or maybe the start of a fresh chapter — in Olivia’s room. Our oldest is turning eight and heading into second grade, so it was time to make a … Read more

1 simple rule for kitchen counter decor and 10 items to make them pretty but still functional while cutting the clutter. We’re deep into another round of refreshing rooms around here, so today I tackled the kitchen countertops. Small styling and organizing projects like this get me through the colder months until it’s time for … Read more

A girl’s bedroom transforms into a Swedish cottage–inspired teen space with thrifted vintage finds, Scandinavian wallpaper, and lively bedding pattern play. Olivia’s blue Swedish cottage–style bedroom is complete, and it’s so charming I almost want to move in myself. The difference from the day we first moved in is striking. When Olivia was in kindergarten, … Read more

Home Décor Shopping Guide: 28 Hilarious, Entertaining, and Cheeky Welcome Mats to Add Personality to Your Porch or Entryway I blame being a high school teacher for my quick wit and occasional dark humor — teenagers will sharpen your sarcasm faster than anything else. That sense of humor is exactly why I started eyeing our … Read more

Breaking down the bullion fringe interior design trend, how to DIY the look, and where to find fringe ottomans, chairs, and sofas. Have you felt the urge to add bullion fringe to an ottoman or chair in your home recently? You’re not alone. Fringe-adorned ottomans, chairs, and sofas have been appearing all over designers’ Instagram … Read more

Black stair railing designs, DIY painted black stair projects, and runner rug ideas to create a bold, elegant entryway. There’s a small detail in our foyer that I’ve been itching to change for a long time but never felt brave enough to tackle. For a while I just gave it the occasional side-eye and plotted … Read more

How to Create Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware Knock-Off No-Sew Dining Chairs from 1970s Castoff Chairs I never thought this day would come. If there is a post where I wanted to do cartwheels across the yard to show a dramatic makeover, this is it. I tend to bite off more than I can chew: … Read more

Unique Advent calendars, DIY 24-day countdown ideas, and a free Advent Bible verse printable with one Christmas story scripture for each day. If you tend to do things at the last minute, this post is for you. December always seems to race by, and it’s easy to forget simple traditions unless you plan ahead. This … Read more