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

One simple trick to make skinny crown molding and baseboards look thicker and more elegant for under $1 per foot This small, inexpensive trim upgrade completely transformed the feel of our master bedroom. While we were busy installing a dramatic grid molding wall, a few readers asked if we’d upgraded the crown molding. The answer … Read more

Every year Robert and I share our big goals for the year in a New Year, New House post, and we love hearing what you want to see. This week I gave myself some quiet time to reflect — not because I felt lost, but because the direction for Bless’er House has felt a bit … Read more

How to turn a plain vase into a trendy hobnail vase using simple materials in just a few minutes. I’ve been itching to get back into thrift-store hunting, and lately I’ve been working my way through the small pile of thrifted projects waiting for some attention. One of my favorite recent finds was this simple … Read more

A thrifted lamp transforms into a rustic concrete-look table lamp in about 10 minutes of hands-on time using just spray paint—for roughly $30. While browsing a thrift store recently, I spotted the perfect base for a rustic table lamp makeover. High-end retailers and designers often sell earthy, concrete-style lamps for $300–$400, so I decided to … Read more

There are moments while I’m decorating our home when my old English teacher side quietly takes over. Growing up with a librarian for a mom instilled in me an enduring love of books. When I picture our house, two things keep coming back to me: shelves full of well-loved, worn books and the nostalgic charm … Read more