A few weeks ago I asked what you wanted to see more of on this little blog, and I was surprised how many of you asked for more personal posts. I tend to get stuck in a loop of “design, DIY, craft, repeat,” so it felt good to step back and share something from our … Read more

Pregnancy Announcement and Our Next Big DIY: A Nursery Makeover With the playroom makeover wrapping up in the next week or two, we wanted to share the big news and reveal our plans for the next major DIY project. It’s a huge one for our family—and we couldn’t wait to tell you. Photo credit: Alisha … Read more

This is the tale of a living room that refused to stay empty after the holidays. When the Christmas lights come down and the wreaths are packed away, many rooms feel a little hollow — and winter can feel long and gray. This year I decided to keep my living room warm, welcoming, and full … Read more

All-White Nursery Makeover Reveal — Classic Vintage Furniture, Anthropologie-Inspired Textures, and Floral Accents The nursery makeover is complete, and I couldn’t be happier with how calm and charming the space feels. This all-white room blends classic, vintage-style furniture with soft textures, subtle patterns, and floral accents for a peaceful, feminine nursery designed to soothe both … Read more

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A vintage-chic guest bedroom mood board featuring secondhand finds and budget-friendly decor We’ve just wrapped up a refresh in the breakfast nook, and now the guest bedroom—tucked upstairs in its quiet corner—finally has our attention. It’s been the saddest, most neglected room in the house for far too long, so we’re excited to give it … Read more

We finally took the plunge and painted our foyer and stairway. After four months of testing paint samples and second-guessing choices, I landed on the perfect green-gray — Sherwin Williams Willowleaf — and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Every once in a while a paint color shows up that reads beautifully in virtually … Read more

16 hilarious white elephant gift ideas for gift exchange parties with friends or co-workers — guaranteed to get a laugh. White Elephant, Yankee Swap, Dirty Santa — whatever name your office or friend group uses, these gift exchange parties are perfect for sharing laughs and memorable moments. Below are 16 thoughtfully chosen gag gifts (most … Read more

How to make elegant DIY leaf silhouette art using spray paint and leaves from your yard for a modern boho, designer-look knock-off. Making art has been my creative focus lately, and this simple DIY leaf silhouette project is one of my favorite quick updates. It’s an easy way to get a high-end, modern boho look … Read more

The rest of the world has moved on to 2020, but we’re still fondly looking back at some of our favorite finds from 2019. After reviewing the projects you loved last year, it felt right to round up the items that received the most attention and purchases. Below are the top 19 favorites from 2019 … Read more