Remember that question I asked on Facebook about colors for a buffet paint job? That was a couple months ago — and yes, I finally got around to sharing the finished project. We’ve been neck-deep in full room makeovers with our master bathroom and breakfast area, plus we’ve started on Olivia’s bedroom, so this dining … Read more

DIY Wooden Spoon Herb Garden Markers Have you seen that Lowe’s commercial about gardening skipping a generation? I’m the one who skipped—my dad is the gardener and I have a history of killing every green thing that enters our yard. Still, he believes I can learn, so when we moved into our new house last … Read more

The most realistic Christmas garland, trees, wreaths, wreaths, stems, and vintage holiday decor favorites to create a timeless, old-fashioned holiday home. This week, Robert and I pulled all our vintage Christmas decor down from the attic, turned on some Bing Crosby, and began decorating. If you’re still firmly team “enjoy fall,” don’t worry — many … Read more

Living Room Makeover: Why We Chose a New Ceiling Fan A few weeks after pulling out paint cans and rollers for our living room refresh, I went on a serious ceiling fan search. Not the casual glance kind—more like a determined, won’t-stop-until-it-feels-right hunt. Ceiling fans can have a bad reputation, but the one we picked … Read more

I almost decided not to add a single bit of Christmas greenery to our bedroom this year. Between finishing the exterior makeover and preparing for Christmas Eve dinner — plus a busy calendar full of family activities — it felt unnecessary. “No one will see it but Robert and me,” I thought. “We mostly keep … Read more

A roundup of the best pool toys and floats for kids, toddlers, and adults—perfect for beach days, backyard pools, and unforgettable pool parties this summer. We put dozens of highly rated pool toys to the test in our own backyard pool so you can skip the guesswork. Some were instant favorites, some were solid value … Read more

I’ve called this the summer of the olive topiary. After seasons of boxwood, fiddle leaf figs, and magnolia wreaths, olive branches feel like the fresh, understated choice for seasonal decor. Their soft green tone and graceful silhouette bring a calm, timeless touch to any room—perfect when you need a little serenity amid ongoing home projects. … Read more

Tips for getting started with tools and a roundup of the best power tools, hand tools, and paint tools for beginner DIYers. Seven years ago I had never picked up a saw. I’d barely heard of a nail gun—except for that vague childhood memory of watching an episode of Home Improvement where Tim Taylor made … Read more

A nursery transforms into a cottagecore-style toddler girl room with vintage-style metal twin beds, playful patterns, and chinoiserie wallpaper This post is sponsored by Better Homes & Gardens at Walmart. It still feels surreal that the nursery we set up when she was a newborn is now a full-fledged toddler girl room. Time flies—one moment … Read more