A colorful rec room makeover with generous storage, dedicated craft and homework zones, play areas, and entertainment for toddlers through teens. We did it — the Carney family rec room makeover is complete! This space quickly became one of our favorite projects. It’s playful without being juvenile, full of durable finishes, and designed to serve … Read more

I finally fixed the foyer cabinet. I don’t know why I hadn’t considered this makeover sooner, but once I applied the gel stain, it was obvious the piece was meant to be this deep, rich color all along. That bright, orange-toned finish it had before simply didn’t suit the cabinet’s carved details or the rest … Read more

Modern + Traditional + Farmhouse: Summer Living Room Ideas for a Light, Airy, Budget-Friendly Space One small change often sparks another. A new rug in our living room set me off on a little seasonal refresh—nothing full-scale, just a few swaps that made the whole space feel fresher and more relaxed for summer. I didn’t … Read more

If you’ve been following along with me on Instagram stories, you probably already know we’ve been painting—quite a lot—since planning the paint scheme for this new house. Choosing paint colors can feel like a fresh start: you imagine new possibilities, test different personalities for your rooms, and then settle on a version that feels like … Read more

I’m a sentimental person—there, I admitted it. If you’ve read this blog before, you probably already know that about me. I tear up at heartwarming commercials, keep concert ticket stubs for far longer than practical, and decorate my home with heirlooms like old suitcases and my grandparents’ sewing machine. Those pieces mean more to me … Read more

This compact en suite was transformed into a modern-vintage bathroom, blending Art Deco, Hollywood Regency, and contemporary design for an elegant, timeless result. We finally finished our en suite modern-vintage bathroom remodel and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. After a stressful period of unexpected water damage, this renovation came earlier than planned—but the result … Read more

The best solution for painting vinyl siding to make it last and an inexpensive exterior pool shed makeover. We tackled the tired pool shed and used every budget-friendly trick we could to transform it into something we love. UPDATE: See the final pool reveal here! That old beige vinyl siding was out of date and … Read more

Over the years I’ve received endless requests asking if I would take on design clients. My inbox and DMs are full of decorating questions every single day — no exaggeration. I’ve always wanted to help this incredible Bless’er House community, but I also had to protect my family time and my own mental health. I … Read more

A candlelit tour of 26 bloggers’ homes aglow, decorated for Christmas at night. Merry Christmas, everyone! It’s that special time of year when I step away to spend long, quiet hours with family and friends through the holiday season and into the New Year. Before I sign off, I want to share how grateful I … Read more

There have been so many projects in Olivia’s bedroom that made us break out into full-on spirit fingers. From a DIY ballet barre to oversized sheet music art, each project added a special touch. The latest — a simple DIY canopy made from a repurposed shelf — might be my favorite yet. It gave us … Read more