Hi everyone! If you missed the latest updates, I posted Part One of our faux fireplace build earlier this week. I’m thrilled with how that turned out — but what we added next made an even bigger difference. Update: Check out Part Three and the Final Reveal for the completed project! We added a plank … Read more

I’ll be honest: the hyper-commercial vibe of Amazon Prime Big Deals Day can feel overwhelming. Still, the sales genuinely help families stretch their budgets, and over the years we’ve found many products that we use daily and recommend without hesitation. Rather than sharing every random link, I’m only highlighting items we personally own and love. … Read more

Consider this the post nobody thought they needed — but here we are. A few years back we painted all the upstairs doors and loved the transformation. Fresh paint can make doors feel brand new, but there’s a frustrating downside: painted doors that stick to the jamb, pop loud as a firecracker, or even peel … Read more

Summer brings a flood of overlapping schedules—camps, trips, playdates and countless last-minute changes. To keep our household running smoothly this season, I finally completed a project I’d set aside: installing a Skylight Calendar Max and building a digital family command center that reads like an art gallery wall in our kitchen. We’ve relied on paper … Read more

If you’ve ever felt like you need a full-time personal assistant to keep your family’s schedule organized, you’re not alone. Between school drop-offs, extracurriculars, dentist appointments, work meetings, and themed dress days, it’s a lot to manage. I purchased the Skylight Calendar Max to help our family stay coordinated. This review reflects our honest experience … Read more

Welcome to my fall home tour! I’m excited to share how I’ve brought autumn into our suburban Charlotte home with simple, budget-friendly touches. This year I’m joining my friend Rachel from Maison de Pax for the Fall Into Home tour along with a group of talented bloggers, and I’m glad you stopped by. My husband … Read more

A review of Rustoleum Tub & Tile Refinishing Kit, plus how to paint a sink, countertop, tub, and shower for $100. I get asked two questions pretty frequently… How is your painted sink/countertop/tub/shower holding up? How do you make paint-splattered yoga pants and T-shirts look so dang good? I’m only kidding about one of those. … Read more

Maximalist decor is having a moment in bedrooms — discover Swedish cottage style and where to find beautiful vintage Scandinavian wallpaper patterns to achieve the look. Olivia’s Swedish cottage bedroom makeover is in full swing now that we’ve hung the sweetest vintage Scandinavian wallpaper. It already feels cozy enough to move in — she still … Read more

How to Make a Designer-Look Decorative Chain for Much Less Using Air-Dry Clay Decorative objects—those quirky accents people arrange on coffee tables and dressers—can be oddly compelling. They’re often unexpected and a little random, yet somehow they complete a space. One trend I’ve noticed and fallen for is the chunky decorative chain used as a … Read more

Seasonal Simplicity: A Neutral Christmas Living Room Tour and a Gentle Reminder to Choose Grace I could open this post with a polished greeting — “Welcome to our home, where the greenery is perfectly placed, every cushion is fluffed, and not a speck of dust remains.” If you only looked at the photos, you might … Read more