The best modern French wallpapers for all budgets to combine traditional interior design with an edgy, contemporary look. True story: I covered my bedroom with purple toile at 14. My mom and I turned that summer into a project—sewing curtains from the same fabric and painting furniture with a distressed, French-country finish. It was all … Read more

Thoughtful Christmas gift ideas for her for every budget — whether it’s for your wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt, or girlfriend. No matter your budget and whatever her age — 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s+ — these carefully chosen gift ideas for her are designed to create a memorable Christmas season. Below you’ll find … Read more

A kids’ bathroom gets a clean, classic refresh with simple black and white decor swaps This post is sponsored by Walmart. The kids’ bathroom was given a quick black and white decor refresh ahead of upcoming guests, and the result feels timeless and calm. After years of a pink-focused look, switching to neutral accents made … Read more

This post is sponsored by Wayfair. I’ve always called this a “bucket list project” — the kind of update you note the minute you walk through a new house and picture doing someday. Those long-held wish-list projects finally move to the top, and our colonial front porch front door makeover is one I’m thrilled to … Read more

Classic Christmas Foyer with Fresh Greenery No matter how much Hollywood reinvents the holidays, the classic Christmas films remain timeless. The nostalgia of films like It’s a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, and White Christmas evokes a warmth and simplicity that modern productions rarely match. There’s a similar, comforting feeling in our foyer this … Read more

How to make a wall planter for either indoors or outdoors using scrap wood, moss, and succulents for the perfect spring or summer gardening project. Turning leftover materials into stylish home accents is one of the most satisfying DIYs. With a few scrap boards from the garage, some moss and succulents, and basic tools, you … Read more

Let me introduce you to my best buddy, Craig — the reason our house didn’t stay empty for long after we moved in three years ago. My husband and I would probably still be furniture-less without the bargains we found there. Below are 18 practical Craigslist shopping tips that will help you furnish and decorate … Read more

How to refresh tile grout cheaply and easily and add comfort to your kitchen floor with a layered memory foam kitchen rug. We’ve been slowly working through a low-cost kitchen refresh this summer. After some small updates and a few DIY fixes, the space now feels fresh and much more comfortable without a major renovation. … Read more

A curated collection of the best exclusive pumping tricks, tools, and resources to reduce stress, save time, and support a successful breastfeeding journey. Quick disclaimer: this post is a departure from my usual DIY and home decor topics. If you came here for paint colors or room makeovers, feel free to skip this one. But … Read more

8 favorite fall decor pieces to build a practical, stylish capsule wardrobe for your home—items that stretch your budget and create countless decorating combinations. I do this every year: I tell myself I’ll simply tuck a few fall leaves into a vase or two and call it a day. Then somehow I go a little … Read more