How to install DIY faux wall planking using only a board and a permanent paint pen for a temporary, budget-friendly wall treatment. We actually convinced ourselves that we did wall planking across an entire room for roughly $20. If you want to call it true planking, that’s up to you—but visually, these walls read as … Read more

It’s been a long time coming, but the small upstairs hallway is finally getting the attention it deserves. Our hallway makeover has been a slow, steady project—one of those spaces you tackle bit by bit. It’s not a room where you linger, yet it shapes the feel of the rooms it connects, so it matters. … Read more

A round-up of the best French, Baroque, and antique gold mirrors for all budgets for timeless classic decor. After I published my piece on How to Transition Away from Farmhouse Style, it took off on Google. Clearly many people are moving away from rustic galvanized accents toward more timeless, elegant choices. That shift inspired this … Read more

Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Tables: Rounded Corners, Durable Materials, and No-Tip Designs A curated guide to the best kid-friendly coffee tables featuring rounded corners, durable non-breakable materials, easy clean-up from spills, stable no-tip designs, and practical storage options. We recently swapped our sharp-edged coffee table for something much safer after a few forehead bumps from an … Read more

Little Girl’s Butterfly Bedroom Makeover Can you die from cuteness overload? Every time I step into Olivia’s room I want to hang out for hours—dancing, playing dress-up, and reading together. Her bedroom makeover is officially complete, and it has already changed our nightly routine: story time is longer, cozier, and more joyful than it was … Read more

The Scandinavian Designs Ryden power reclining sofa remains our top pick among modern recliner sofas. We chose the Ryden for our media room because it combines contemporary styling with practical features: a hardwood frame, sinuous spring suspension, plush feather-blend cushions, and smooth power recline at the touch of a button. It also offers modular flexibility, … Read more

If there is such a thing as a Valentine’s Day Grinch, it’s probably me. Don’t come at me for having a three-sizes-too-small heart—Robert and I don’t usually exchange Valentine’s gifts or plan a holiday-specific date. We do, however, celebrate with small “just because” outings from time to time. We don’t hang XOXO banners or collect … Read more

Every year, it happens: I become a Dickens-quoting, carol-singing, cookie-baking, tree-sniffing, cocoa-drinking holiday fanatic—and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Once we bring a fragrant live tree into the dining room, my seasonal decorating fever kicks into high gear. As the holidays approach, nothing quite matches the charm and warmth of a real Christmas … Read more

Why We Hired a Contractor for Our Powder Room and Chose Faux Marble Hexagon Tile Some projects are just better left to professionals. This powder room makeover was one of those moments for us. We originally planned to remove the old travertine tile and install new flooring ourselves, but after uncovering surprises and realizing the … Read more

A curated shopping guide featuring the highest-rated nursery gliders and rocking chairs that deliver a designer look for less than half the price. This week in nursery makeover news: the original hardwood floors have been revealed. They were hiding under decades of carpet and, after a little sanding and refinishing, the floors finally get their … Read more