Neutral Painted Foyer Update: A Bright, Timeless Refresh My hand might be permanently locked in the paintbrush-holding position. Picture Jim Carrey’s “The Claw” from Liar Liar—that’s me. Totally worth it, though, because we finally checked another room off the to-do list: the foyer is painted. About a month after we moved in, the foyer was … Read more

Ceilings are seriously underrated. After experimenting with color-drenching and wallpapering ceilings, and adding tongue-and-groove planks to our upstairs hallway, I was ready to bring that same attention to our living room. The room felt cozy but the flat 8-foot ceiling lacked character, so as part of our living room makeover I finally tackled a DIY … Read more

Our Attic Clean-Out Makeover: How We Store Seasonal Decor + Free Printable Bin Labels for Christmas, Spring, Summer, and Fall We’re a mixed bag around here. One minute we’re sharing a pretty room reveal, and the next we’re elbow-deep in sixty-year-old dust, digging through the attic and wondering why we ever thought this was a … Read more

Natural Rustic Easter Brunch Tablescape After a long stretch of winter grays, the birds began to sing, the trees showed faint blushes of pink, and the sun returned. That first burst of spring energy always sparks the urge to declutter, clean, reorganize, and fill the house with flowers. There’s something poetic in those early spring … Read more

“Be kind. Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” I debated for months about sharing this. Even now, just writing these words makes it harder to hit “publish.” Still, I owe it to other women who have gone through or are going through the same thing to be honest about my experience. Photo credit: … Read more

A budget-friendly shopping guide featuring 30 of the best modern farmhouse wallpaper designs for $2 or less per square foot. Farmhouse-style wallpaper has made a big comeback. What felt like a throwback to past trends is now a fresh, popular option for adding texture, pattern, and character to modern homes. If you’ve been seeing wallpaper … Read more

How to declutter your entire house without losing your mind, plus tips and a free printable to make the process easier and more efficient. Nesting has hit hard these past few weeks, and I’ve made it my mission to declutter every nook and cranny of our home. If you find the idea of purging the … Read more

I’m a little behind on fall decorating this year. To be fair, we didn’t get our first chilly day in Charlotte, North Carolina until this past weekend, so it didn’t feel like fall until then. That first cool day was pure magic — the kind that lets you finally wear boots without regretting it. We … Read more

Our favorite wireless, battery-operated, and solar lights we use around the house to brighten closets, kitchens, landscaping, hallways, and any spot that doesn’t require an electrician. I didn’t expect to become this invested in wireless lighting, but after living in an older home with quirky wiring and odd switch placements, I’ve discovered how transformative battery-operated … Read more

A step-by-step tutorial to create a DIY Christmas family photoshoot that looks dreamy and professional in front of your Christmas tree. Christmas portraits creep up every year. Before I know it I’m scrambling to find a photographer, coordinate a date that works for everyone, and keep the whole family healthy and in a good mood … Read more