30 common thrift store finds that can be turned into stylish home decor with just a few simple changes. After more than a decade of hunting thrift stores for furniture and home accents, I’ve learned which inexpensive staples have the most potential. What other people toss can become unique, affordable decor with a little creativity. … Read more

3 Techniques for DIY Painted Pumpkins: Spray Paint, Metallics, and Dirt for Concrete, Antique Brass, and Black Earthenware Finishes I broke my usual fall-decorating rule for this one—because when you can transform inexpensive faux pumpkins with supplies you already have, why not get a little creative? I picked up three faux pumpkins at Target and … Read more

This thrift store kitchen scale was more than just worn—it was downright sad. Not the charming, vintage kind of worn; I mean the kind that begged for a makeover. I’d been hunting for an affordable vintage kitchen scale for a while, so when I spotted this one for $5 I grabbed it. With a little … Read more

A room design mood board plan for a powder room + a breakdown of California Casual style. We’re about to launch something I’ve wanted to do since I started this blog: decorating and DIY makeovers for friends and neighbors. Robert and I have been so fortunate to meet many kind people in our community, and … Read more

Tutorial: Use lattice strips as an easy, budget-friendly way to create a DIY batten wall that adds vintage character to plain walls. Lattice strips are the unsung heroes of this DIY batten wall. They’re affordable, lightweight, and simple to work with—perfect for adding classic molding detail without the expense of traditional trim. We used them … Read more

You know that moment when a decorating trend feels like it was made just for you? That’s exactly how I felt when I discovered the viral shower lamp trend a few weeks ago. I didn’t realize I needed a cozy lamp in the shower until I tried one. Now I’m completely converted — it’s an … Read more

This post is sponsored by Birch Lane. Recently I brought back a small decorating help feature in my Instagram Stories called Decorating SOS, something I used to do a few years ago. It’s one of my favorite ways to give back and say thanks for the support. I can’t do them all the time, but … Read more

How we promote calm, encourage restful sleep, and reduce anxiety in our children with one simple toy boundary — plus how we keep toys organized. One thing I want to say up front: someday the toys will leave your house, and you might be surprised by how much you miss them. Maybe you won’t — … Read more

An easy tutorial to upgrade a Samsung Frame TV bezel into a traditional bobbin-style frame. Some time ago I came across a charming DIY bobbin frame idea by Alisa at A Glass of Bovino and immediately wanted to adapt the look for the plain bezel on our Samsung Frame TV. I ordered supplies and then … Read more

25 Gorgeous Black Paint Room Inspirations and How Black Paint Can Make Any Room Feel High-End — Affordable, Stylish, and Even Better for Sleep “Do what scares you.” That’s the motto guiding our current master bedroom refresh, and it’s the reason we’re weighing every paint shade carefully. After considering countless neutrals, I keep circling back … Read more