Winter Entryway and Foyer Decorating Ideas

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This post was written in collaboration with Kirkland’s. Can we get a little fancy for this one? And can we agree that saying “foy-yay” makes “foyer” sound far more elegant than plain old “entryway”? I’m raising my pinky in agreement. We just refreshed our foyer for winter, keeping things cozy and easy to transition into … Read more

Where to Find Free Printable Wall Art Online

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18 of the best online sources to find free printable wall art in the public domain that can be used by decorators, bloggers, artists, and Etsy shop owners. Discovering free printable wall art in the public domain opened up an entirely new way for me to decorate, create, and share art. While that might sound … Read more

Kids’ and Guest Bathroom Makeover Reveal: Before and After

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We did it — Olivia’s bathroom, which also serves as our guest bath, is finally finished. What was meant to be a quick refresh stretched out longer than planned (as these projects often do), but the transformation is worth it. The main goal for this budget-friendly makeover was to change the entire room using paint … Read more

Transform a Shoe Storage Bench with Reeded Trim

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How to add decorative fluting or reeding to furniture for extra texture on a plain surface — plus a budget-friendly entryway shoe storage bench makeover. I believe in “work with what you’ve got.” Our house didn’t come with a mudroom, but it did give us an empty wall beside the back door. That made the … Read more

Our Christmas Home Tour: 12 Festive Decorating Tips

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Photographing our home at Christmas has become one of my favorite annual traditions. Looking back through past Christmas home tours shows how our house and family have evolved over the years—different rooms, furniture, and seasons of life—yet it always feels like us. This year’s tour was a little different than planned. We had an unexpected … Read more

Shop Loloi’s Most-Loved Traditional Rugs

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How traditional rugs fit into many decorating styles + top Loloi rugs curated by Joanna Gaines, Amber Lewis, Chris Loves Julia, and Jean Stoffer. Rug | Fan | Bed (similar) | Doors | Nightstands | Bedding Choosing the right rug is like finding a perfect pair of jeans: it should be comfortable, low-maintenance, and versatile … Read more

Dining Room Design Ideas for New Homes

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Lately I seem to be obsessed with high-contrast looks — and honestly, it feels like we’re becoming best friends. After sharing the living room paint update last week, the reactions were mixed: some of you are firmly on the high-contrast bandwagon, while others prefer a softer palette. Either way, I wanted to show the dining … Read more

Home Office Setup Tips and Full Workspace Reveal

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20 Office Design Ideas for the Best Home Office Setup to Boost Productivity We’ve been in a home office transformation mode for the last few weeks, and after much planning and hard work we’re excited to share the reveal. Can you believe how different this room looks now? Robert and I filled this room with … Read more

New House Tour: Sneak Peek Inside

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The last time I shared an update about what’s been happening in our lives, many of you had questions: Why did we sell the house we had just finished? Where are we moving? Why can’t you see the inside of the new place yet? When will you be moving in? There were a lot of … Read more

DIY Vintage Pull Down Map Tutorial for Wall Decor

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DIY Vintage Pull-Down Map — A Budget-Friendly Office Accent I started this little office project with the map song from a childhood cartoon stuck in my head — you know the one. The idea was to have a beautiful, neutral-toned vintage pull-down world map to anchor the office wall. After hunting for the perfect authentic … Read more