 10 Home Gadgets that Make Our Life Better (+ Prime Day Sales)
PSA…if you didn’t know, today is Amazon Prime Day! If you aren't a Prime member, today would be the day to sign up or try out the 30 day free trial because today (Monday July 15) is Amazon Prime Day! That means you’ll find some amazing deals for Prime members-only! One note to keep in mind on […]
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Home Style Saturdays: Cleaning Tips, Tutorials + More!
Greetings, friends! Have you ever wondered how to keep outdoor patio cushions and rugs clean all season long? Today for Home Style Saturdays I’m sharing a popular post I wrote recently on how I do just that! You'll also find summer decorating ideas, non-alcoholic drink recipes, house cleaning tips, floral arrangement and vignettes, and a […]
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Inspired By: Adirondack Chairs
A dirondack chairs and summer just seem to go together, don’t they? I only have one in my yard (we had one other, but we had to recycle it when the wood rotted after years hanging out through Seattle winters). But I’ve long envisioned having them on a front porch or a circle of them […]
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On the Hunt for Green (the color!) Decorating Accessories
Once upon a time I found a beautiful green garden stool at a flea market. I couldn’t believe my eyes! I was so excited because I had been on the hunt for what felt like ages for green decor to add a richness and “depth” to my color scheme. Well, my joy turned to sorrow […]
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Home Style Saturdays | Summer Inspiration
In this week’s Home Style Saturdays round up you’ll find some great ideas to inspire you this summer, including fun decorating, home and garden renovation projects. Hope my U.S. friends all had a wonderful 4th! We had a low-key homebody holiday, which was just fine with me. :) Enjoy your weekend! Southern Hospitality | 1950’s […]
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Inspired By: Red White & Blue Decor
Shop Red White & Blue Decor: Related Posts: Inspired By: Rooms Decorated with Red (+ red decor sources) Blue & White Striped Decor (+ blue and white decor sources) Blue + White + Natural Coastal Style
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Happy House Projects I'm Working On
Hi friends! As I mentioned last week, I’m working on quite a few updates around the house, as well as planning some upcoming projects that I’m super excited about! I think my favorite stage of home design (especially in a home that needed some updating) is this one….when at least some of the major projects […]
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Kitchen Remodel Tip: Panel-Ready Dishwasher
One of the design choices we made during our kitchen remodel was to have a cabinet front dishwasher, which is technically called a panel-ready dishwasher. A panel-ready dishwasher is specifically designed to hold a cabinet front. I really wanted this option for our kitchen because I knew it would help to streamline the look of […]
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Drive By: Lake Oswego
Most of my life I lived in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It’s where I feel most “at home.” It’s not only where I grew up, but it’s where my husband and I lived when we were first married and where we raised our girls during their early years (until we moved to Eastmoreland, where we had […]
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Home Style Saturdays: Tips + Makeovers
Hi friends! Tomorrow my girls and I are returning from our trip south to visit my publisher in Eugene, Oregon. We fit in a little relaxation and downtime, too, which was so needed! We ate at many delicious restaurants, got inspired while window shopping, and went on a few drive bys in my old Portland […]
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My Best Secret for Making Cleaning Spark Joy
Pssst, if you want details on my custom spray bottle pictured abovescroll to the bottom or click here! Does cleaning your house spark joy? It does for me! Well, mostly it does :). One of my best secrets for keeping my house clean has always been making the experience of cleaning as enjoyable as possible. […]
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9 Clever Organizers to Tidy Your House
Last week I went on a big “early summer” organizing spree. It always feels so great to declutter and organize your home, doesn’t it? As I was making my way through my house tidying things up I was thinking about about all of the ways I organize or corral my necessities to maximize our space. […]
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Summer + Home Style Saturdays
Happy summer! And how is it already Saturday again? The last week or so went by in a flash. With my son Luke’s graduation and birthday, and father’s day and family visiting, and my girls and I planning to head out of town next week to meet with my publisher, I guess we’ve had a […]
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Inspired By: Rooms Decorated with Red
Do you love rooms decorated with red? I don’t know if it is as commonly used as I remember it “back in the day” … or is it? I’m not sure I always trust Instagram or blogs to show a true cross section of what people like…. so I’d love to hear what color schemes […]
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Home Style Saturdays | Summer Decor |Restore Grout |Collections
Happy Saturday! I’ve been invited to be a regular participant in Home Style Saturdays. So what this means for you is that every Saturday you’ll find a post here on The Inspired Room with an image and link to each of the participants (and one from me!), which makes it a fun and inspiring round […]
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Our White Gate
You may have noticed this in my side patio makeover post, but we are no longer gateless in Seattle :). As was the case with many of our side patio projects, the gate creation and installation was not without many hiccups and mishaps. It literally had taken years (yes, years) to get this side patio […]
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As Seasons Change
Hi friends! This is the week that Luke (our youngest!) graduates from high school! So, I guess you could say I’m both looking forward to summer officially starting and not wanting to rush on to the next season. I’m trying to savor these last few days of Luke being in high school, knowing so much […]
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Home Style Saturdays
Ready for some weekend home style inspiration? Today I was invited to be a guest for a virtual blogger event called Home Style Saturdays! Every Saturday five bloggers bring together some of their favorite posts to share with their collective communities. I got to share my spring patio refresh! Fun, yes? So kind of them […]
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Well-Being + Wind Chimes on the Porch
I love to listen to the gentle sounds around our home. I especially enjoy the sound of laughter, but when the house is otherwise quiet I love to hear the birds chirping outside my windows, wind blowing through the trees, the rustling of the palm leaves near my porch, soothing soft music in the background, […]
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My Summer House | Mark Sikes + Annie Selke
I‘ve always been torn between which house I love more. I have to admit, as much as I love decorating my fall and winter home, I’ve been especially enjoying working on our summer house lately. Ahh…I can’t fool you. I only have one house. But I would love to have ALL THE HOUSES to decorate […]
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11 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Sofa (+ My Faves)
Choosing a sofa for your home can be a daunting process. They are an investment that can make or break a space, so it pays to do some research before you make a final decision. I know when I was shopping for my white slipcovered sofa last year, I went back and forth about a […]
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7 reasons you don't love your bedroom (and how to fix it)
Here are seven reasons you might not love your bedroom right now (and simple designer tips to fix it on a budget!). Do any of these describe the state of your room right now? Your room doesn’t feel welcoming. Think about how you would prepare a room for a guest. Or, what if YOU were […]
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The Best Way to Clean Your House Today + Giveaway
Hi friends! Hope you’ve been having a great week! The sun is out here and it’s almost the weekend, so that combination is making me very happy. :) I will say though that the sun is ALSO telling me that it is time to do some serious spring, or, well, more like pre-summer cleaning. Funny […]
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Outdoor Cushion and Rug Care + Patio FAQ
Hey friends! Thank you so much for all the kind comments on my refreshed side patio. It has been a long process for the past 3 1/2 years or so to get it to this point with our outdoor spaces!!! If anyone else feels like their home progress has been sloooowwww….you know I can totally […]
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Outdoor Cushion and Rug Care + Patio FAQ
Hey friends! Thank you so much for all the kind comments on my refreshed my side patio. It has been a long process for the past 3 1/2 years or so to get it to this point!!! So if anyone else feels like their home progress has been sloooowwww….you know I can totally relate, hahaha. […]
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8 Important Things That Might Be Missing From Your Home Decor
A home won’t be finished in a day (unless you are watching a home makeover T.V. show, ha! In that case, that house will be completed in about 30 minutes.). In all likelihood, the homes we all fall in love with online or in a magazine took years, or an entire team of designers, to […]
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Wall Sconces by the Bed: Get Inspired!
Back when we lived in our Portland house, I put up wall sconces by the bed. I LOVED THEM! So cozy in a bedroom. I actually love the look of wall lights in every room of the house. They bring such a warm feeling around a room and of course, add a lot of character, […]
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9 Elements for Enjoyable Outdoor Spaces
If you’ve been dreaming of outdoor areas you and your family can enjoy this summer, here are nine elements you can easily incorporate to make your yard or patio more inviting and comfortable! 1. DIY Firepit My Easy DIY Firepit (15 minute DIY!) An outdoor firepit will be a cozy gathering place for friends and […]
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Lamps on Kitchen Counters
House and Garden UK Setting a lamp on a counter has always been one of my favorite ways to bring charm and warmth to a kitchen. It’s such a simple element to add, yet it’s not all that common. I think that’s one of the reasons I love it! It’s unexpected, but simple and so […]
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Memorial Day 2019 – Favorite Sales!
Hi, friend! If you’re thinking about refreshing your home for summer, oh my are there some amazing sales out there right now to help us all do just that! Today I thought I’d round up some of my favorite online shopping sources and their Memorial Day deals (note, they all start NOW!). Enjoy! + + […]
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10 Tricks for Budget-Friendly Decorating
Do you want to update your home, but feel limited by a tight budget? Check out these ten inspiring tricks for budget-friendly decorating! 1. Buy Ugly Pillows Say what? If you shop at designer stores for beautiful new pillows, you’ll likely spend a fortune. You can save so much money by covering simple pillow forms, […]
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My Anthropologie-Inspired Diffuser Recipes + Free Oils
I just wanted my house to smell like Anthropologie. If you want your house to smell like Anthropologie (who doesn’t love that Volcano candle?), too, read on because I’ve got a FREE GIFT for you today that I know you will love! As you probably know, I’ve always been so in love with the scent […]
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How to Add Cottage Character to Your Home Over Time
I was scrolling the interwebs the other day and photos of a little cottage stopped me in my tracks. This coastal cottage in Carmel is almost exactly the big future vision I’ve had for my little house. This cottage is a sale pending in Carmel (see the post and more images via Hooked on Houses). […]
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Reversible Bedding to Refresh Your Room!
One easy way to mix patterns and have flexibility with your style is to use reversible bedding! That way you get the fun of having a new look for your bedroom, without another purchase. I have a reversible duvet cover I often use in my bedroom as well as reversible Euro shams. I’m always so […]
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Gather: Blue and White Striped Decor
What is it about stripes? Do you love them as much as I do? I think blue and white striped decor is such a classic summer look, it never goes out of style. Of course, I love blue and white stripes all year round! You can mix your favorite shades of blue and combine various […]
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Gather: Blue and White Striped Decor
What is it about stripes? Do you love them as much as I do? I think blue and white striped decor is such a classic summer look, it never goes out of style. Of course, I love blue and white stripes all year round! You can mix your favorite shades of blue and combine various […]
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DIY Coffee Mug Herb Garden
I‘ve had gardens on the mind lately! Last week I shared a DIY Terrarium Diffuser. Guess thinking about gardening makes sense, since it’s spring and all. Do you have an indoor herb garden? Fresh herbs are so yummy for cooking and can make a charming addition to your kitchen decor, too. You may have seen […]
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If I Lived Here: Maine Cottage by the Sea
House Beautiful If I lived here in this charming cottage by the sea…I’d keep the windows open so I could smell the salty breeze blowing through the house. I’d read a lot of mystery books and spend lazy afternoons roaming second hand stores for little treasures. I’d for sure sit on one of these adirondack […]
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Blue + White + Natural Coastal Style
It sure can take awhile to get into a groove when you move into a new-to-you home! I’ve always felt that if you are on a budget, have other priorities and/or the house has unique needs or opinions of its own it takes at least three years to find a groove. White Slipcovered Sofa / […]
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Spring in our Outdoor Oasis (A Side Patio Refresh!)
The pups and I saved a comfy spot just for you on our newly refreshed side patio! So come on in, grab yourself a cup of iced tea or coffee and join us in the sun today for a spring patio tour! This post is sponsored by World Market Don’t miss the World Market sale […]
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DIY Terrarium Diffuser
Tending to a garden is a calming, therapeutic experience. I’ve often said that I almost like gardening more than I like decorating! Today I’ll show you how to make an easy succulent terrarium diffuser garden. Planting a garden for health, stress-relief and self-care is one of the practical suggestions I shared in my new book, […]
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How to Have a Happier Home
Here are simple pick-me-ups for a happier you and a more cheerful home. 1. Clear the Clutter Intentionally weed out the clutter so you’ll have more room to breathe! Too much stuff in a room stifles the joy in the every day experiences of life. Start with a manageable goal to remove clutter. Do you […]
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5 Fireplace Makeover Ideas
Hey friends! I really appreciated all of your comments, emails and Instagram messages with suggestions and thoughts on my fireplace post. Thank you! Today I thought I’d share 5 fireplace makeover ideas / inspiration projects with you! How can you work with the fireplace you have but still give it a makeover for a new […]
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Spark Joy with Your Decorating Style
This post is sponsored by Walmart.com featuring Drew Barrymore’s Flower Home Collection. Want to spark joy in your home? Bring more personality to your decorating style with statement decor pieces that don’t break the bank. This is one of my secrets to elevating style on a budget. Less can be more if you focus on […]
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To do, or not to do…
When we moved into this house, I started gathering all kinds of ideas for what I wanted to do to update this room. I dreamed up everything from adding a window seat, to bookcases, to built ins, to some trim work, to refinishing floors, to a new fireplace surround and a fireplace insert for cozier […]
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Changing A Square Door to an Arch: Before & Afters
Back when we were planning our kitchen remodel, we wanted to pack as much character as we could into our little space. We weren’t opening up walls or relocating them or adding on, so any space or character we added had to be within the existing structure. One of the decisions we made was to […]
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Happy Drawers: Simple Organizing Ideas
I like happy drawers! Opening a drawer filled with chaos does not make me happy. :) Trust me, not every drawer in my house makes me happy right now. But it’s good to have big dreams, though, right? One drawer at a time. One thing I know about myself now (that I didn’t always know) […]
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My York Pottery Barn White Slipcovered Sofa – FAQ
I‘ve had my Pottery Barn white slipcovered sofa for about eight months now. You might recall that I had a similar sofa with the same fabric slipcover years ago, so I was confident when purchasing this one that I would love it. And I do! Ours is called the York, you can find the model […]
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Life Lately: Easter with 4 Doodles
Hey Friends! I hope you had a wonderful Easter! We went to church as a family and then had all of the kids and dogs over (ha!) to our house for an Easter brunch. It’s always a wild party with all the doodles here. :) Courtney / Lance (Kylee’s husband) / Kylee / Luke / […]
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Simple Ways to Decorate Your Porch for Spring
Spring is here! If you’re as excited to get outside as I am, here are some simple ways to tidy up and decorate your porch. 1. A fresh doormat I love getting new doormats. I don’t necessarily get them every season or every year, but depending on the condition of the one I have (or […]
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DIY: A Free Standing Cabinet Command Center
You might remember seeing this cabinet in our home over the years. We’ve even repurposed it a couple of times to suit our needs in two different homes! Today I’ll share how we set this cabinet up as our home command center. Life around my house gets a little hectic sometimes. Simplifying, editing and staying […]
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Signature Home Scents: DIY Lavender Vanilla + Lime Linen Spray
Do you have a signature scent for your home? Or a seasonal favorite home scent? Last week I made a ‘Lavender Vanilla + Lime’ spring blend to spray on our sheets and towels. Ah, it smells so refreshing! Like a late spring day! The simple recipe I used is below. Recently I mentioned that while […]
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10 Small Space Decorating Mistakes
A small room can feel limiting, but less space isn’t necessarily more of a problem than having a big room or an unusual layout. In fact, small rooms have an advantage over big rooms! They are cozier to begin with and achieving that comfortable ambience is the battle in a big room. Yet small spaces […]
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Using my Instant Pot for the First Time
True confession: I bought an Instant Pot a few years ago. But, I was terrified of it blowing up so I returned it. Then last year my daughters Kylee and Courtney each bought an Instant Pot and they love theirs! They started posting Instagram stories about making the most delicious healthy meals, so I got […]
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5 Budget Friendly Take Away Design Tips
1. Create a New Mood with Color It’s important to consider how the natural light and other architectural features impact the feel of a space. Incorporating a moody color palette (like in this Modern English Country kitchen) can play up a dramatic ambience for your home! 2. Paint an Old Wood Floor! Painted wood floors […]
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Dwelling Well + Giveaways
Today I wanted to introduce you to the other two very special friends who are a part of my Dwelling book launch blog tour (and make sure you follow the links below so you can get two more additional entries in the epic giveaway!). Sandy from Reluctant Entertainer and KariAnne of Thistlewood Farms. Both of […]
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Two Dwellings + the Epic Giveaway!
Today I wanted to introduce you to the first two blog friends on my special Dwelling book launch blog tour! They each bring something unique and wonderful to their Dwellings and into the world of home blogging. If you haven’t yet entered the epic giveaway we have going on this week, start here and then […]
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Dwelling: The Heart of the Home-Maker
Today is launch day for my new book Dwelling! I love hearing the wind chimes in the trees outside our open windows. They chime softly, gently playing a soft melody as the window blows. They are one of the few man-made sounds that really relax me. I thrive best in quiet spaces. I prefer hushed […]
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Feel Well Where You Dwell + Dwelling Launch Week Giveaways!
A home should be sacred space. It’s a place where we should feel our best, a safe shelter in the world where we can learn to better care for ourselves and the people inside. We should be able to turn the key and feel warmly welcomed inside. To create a nurturing space, we must become […]
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Make Things Pretty to Boost Your Mood
Onee of my favorite things to do is putter around the house. I talk about that a lot around here, I know, but it’s a thing I do! I may not be very crafty, but I can putter! Ha! You have to embrace who you are and what your gifts are, right? To putter, I […]
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Make Your Home a Dream House with New Windows + Doors
Sponsored by Milgard Windows My mom has always reminded me that any home could be dramatically improved with the right windows and doors. As a perpetual house shopper and dream house hunter, remembering her advice has always given me hope that even the dreariest, plainest or most outdate homes could look and feel entirely different. […]
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4 Ways to Wake Up on The Right Side of the Bed
How you design your morning will set a trajectory for your day (and you’re already designing it whether or not you intended to!) Does your morning routine get you where you want to go every day? Does your morning mind-set serve you well? Here are four ways to design a wake-up routine that will inspire […]
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Create Your Happy Place at Home
Do you have a happy place to go to within your home? Maybe it’s the chair you go to soak in a moment of peace, or a room you sit in to bring a little more joy, or the spot in your home where you go when you need to reenergize yourself or to feel […]
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A HomeBody Manifesto
“Our dwellings—both our home and body—are intricately connected.Each has the potential to inspire the other to be its very best. Our dwellings will impact our overall wellness and sense of well-being, each like a vessel that can be filled or depleted by our daily choices and habits.” — from the brand new book Dwelling by […]
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Hall Cabinet – Battery Library Lights and Removable Wallpaper
I love to find manageable and affordable ways to add more character to a space. This past weekend we made two more new fun changes to our little hallway that I think took it to a whole new level of charm! This built-in cabinet is in a small but well-used area between our kitchen, bedrooms […]
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How to Clean A White Sink (3 secrets, without harsh chemicals)
For years and years I’ve talked about the significance of emptying, cleaning and polishing my sink every day. My whole perspective on my home and housekeeping and even my mood changed when I started practicing this one daily task. It’s a magical habit, if you ask me! A related question readers often ask is “how […]
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Serendipity & Dream Home Dwellers
I love to consider how the word ‘serendipity” applies to creating my “dream” home. Horace Walpole coined the word serendipity, as he explained his creation of this word in a letter written on January 28th, 1754: This discovery, indeed, is almost of that kind which I call Serendipity, a very expressive word, which, as I […]
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Inspired: Beach House Style
Do you ever go through phases with your home where you are feeling restless to do something new, or you know you want to make a few changes or adjustments, but you aren’t *quite* sure what you want to do next? If you’re in limbo about where you’re headed next, finding the right look for […]
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Daybed + Living Room (and Daybed Sources)
When we moved into this house we envisioned a window seat or bench under this back window in our living room. The view out the the mountains, water and sunsets was one of the selling features of the house, so creating a spot to relax and enjoy it made sense! We had so many other […]
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Mood-Boosting Spring Room Refresh
This post is in partnership with World Market After a week of several back-to-back snow storms here in Seattle, I think it’s safe to say we’re ready for spring! Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been in homebody heaven! I love staying home and we don’t get snow like this very often, well, basically never. Even […]
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Hang a Rug on a Wall + Sparking Joy
Do you ever get paralyzed when it comes to hanging things on your walls? Or maybe you just feel like you are in a creative rut and want to mix things up a bit? Recently I spotted this pretty embroidered rug. I was instantly smitten with it. I knew this rug had many creative possibilities, […]
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Why Dwelling is the Most Important Book I've Ever Written
This week we had a few unexpected snow days! We rarely have snow here in Seattle, but when we do I love curling up on the couch with my fuzzy blanket and slippers to look at it through the window. :) I’ve always loved being at home on snow days. Well, as a homebody I […]
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Nova + Inspired Stripe! Dash & Albert Rugs
Remember a couple of years ago when I participated in the Annie Selke Dash & Albert rug design competition? It seems like a lifetime ago, doesn’t it? Or is that just me? If you’ve forgotten what this was all about, in the competition two of my designs were selected to be produced, based on y’all […]
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Seeing Your Home in A New Light + Lighting on Amazon
Sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 // 10 // 11 // 12 // 13 I don’t know what it is. Maybe it’s Spring Fever (too soon?), but recently I’ve been trying to look at my home in a new light. Now, while I […]
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Kitchen Redesign Tips
I get lots of remodeling questions from readers, so today I thought I’d share a few tips for redesigning a kitchen! 1) Take your time! Be inspired by photos, but don't get too swept away with significant changes or decisions made on impulse. Sometimes those ideas work out or are easy to change, but even […]
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Courtney's Seattle Studio Apartment Tour
Hi there! This is Courtney here, Melissa’s daughter, taking over the blog today! About a year and a half ago, I moved into my very first apartment of my own in Seattle. It’s been a total dream come true for me to have a place of my own! I’m so grateful for this space. When […]
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Create a Winter Sanctuary
This post is in partnership with World Market The sun came out in Seattle yesterday and I have to say, it was glorious to get a glimpse of spring. January is usually a pretty gloomy month around these parts! I think that’s one of the reasons I love being a homebody. It doesn’t really matter […]
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Decorating in January
Sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 I received a few messages this week about how to decorate in January, through this “in-between” time after Christmas and before spring! A house can feel a little empty or barren once the tree and ornaments are put away. If your house […]
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A Simple Life in 2019: Lessons from Jack
Hey friend! I’m so glad you’re here. Yes, you came to the right post. It’s not Christmas. Even though you’ll see some Christmas decor in my pics, but it’s all put away at my house now. Let me explain. This time of year it seems we’re not only all setting goals, but we are wanting […]
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What Makes a House a Home
Moving is always rough, it takes more out of me than I ever expect. Especially if there’s remodeling involved, too! Our family has moved many times and each time I vow it will be the last. I still think if I was to name my ultimate dream when it comes to a home, it would […]
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A Look Back at Our Home Improvements
Yesterday I shared a Home Goals worksheet for 2019. It’s always fun to think about what’s ahead! But I think it’s also important to remember how far you’ve come or even to just let yourself feel content with what IS. You know? I think in blog and Instagram world the tendency is to always be […]
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Home Goals 2019 + Worksheet and IG Template
Happy almost 2019, friends! I know many of us think through and set personal goals at the start of each year, but do you make goals for your home? Every year before I think ahead, I think back with gratitude for the improvements big and small we’ve been able to make thus far (come back tomorrow, I’ll […]
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New Lamps for My Bedroom and Living Room from Walmart!
This post is in partnership with Walmart I've been on the hunt for new lamps for our bedroom and living room for quite awhile. I had a vision in my mind of what I wanted, but trying to find it had proven more difficult than I had hoped. I was looking for stylish lamps that […]
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Winter Cocoa Station
This year our family is choosing experiences over gifts. And by experiences I don't mean anything big like a Hawaiian vacation! We're doing the simplest of things, like driving through a local neighborhood to look at Christmas lights and returning home for a hot chocolate bar and watching old family movies together. We’re really excited […]
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Free Christmas Printable Gift Tags + Winter Calendar
Hi friends! First of all, I just want to say thank you so much for all your kind words and messages about my new book Dwelling! I'm really excited for this special book to be out in the world and am so grateful to everyone who has already preordered! (If you haven’t yet, there’s still […]
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Slow Christmas + announcing my new book Dwelling
This year I wrote a brand new book called Dwelling. Dwelling (due to release in April) reflects my desire to create a home that takes good care of the people who live inside. It’s about considering how you feel in your own dwellings: both home and body. Dwelling is about creating a sanctuary that nurtures you in home […]
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Winter Kitchen + Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies
This post is in partnership with World Market ‘Tis the season to be in the kitchen. Or is that every season? Ha! It’s been two years since we completed our kitchen remodel (well, actually it’s coming up on two years! Our contractor was installing our Dutch door on Christmas eve and the whole space was […]
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Inspired By: Change or Consistency?
When I was looking through my Christmas tour posts from years past to share in this post, one tour I didn’t share on my list was this one from way back in 2013! I thought it would be fun to have a little five year flash back. At least it is kind of fun for me to […]
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Christmas Style Inspiration + Gift Guides
Hello, friends! Who is feeling festive? I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I’ve been seeing Christmas decor all over Instagram and trees on all the cars in Seattle. We are a little behind the times at our house, so the photo above is from last year, but we have been listening to Christmas tunes […]
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Happy Thanksgiving
To my United States friends… Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! I hope you are spending it with people you love. I’m grateful for you! See behind the scenes of our (wild and dog filled) home at last year’s Thanksgiving here! And follow along on Instagram where I’ll be sharing Instagram stories of the […]
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Preserving Family Memories
This post is sponsored by Kodak Digitizing Box One of my earliest and most memorable pre-holiday blog posts had nothing to do with decorating. Nor was it a carefully curated selection of perfectly styled or edited images like you’d expect to find on any popular Instagram account today. Instead, it was just random candid photos […]
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All I Want for Christmas…
Oh, hello there dreamy blue KitchenAid mixer with hobnail white bowl. Where have you been all my life? I was just innocently doing a little online window shopping yesterday when this beauty stopped me right in my scroll. This isn’t sponsored by KitchenAid, but it does happen to be their 100 year limited edition stand mixer. […]
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How I Use Essential Oils + Daily Wellness Routines
After sharing my wellness station and the Christmas Cheer Bundle I’m offering, I got quite a few messages and emails posing a similar question. I thought it would be a good one to answer for everyone! I’m so happy so many of you reached out and I hope this post will help. You can find details […]
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My Winter Wellness Station – Essential Oils Storage
I love decorating my home. But even more than making things look pretty, I focus more of my attention on creating a healthy and happy home. Whenever possible, I actually love to do both at the same time, ha! So, I put together a winter wellness station to be a pretty destination that inspires me, […]
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The Cross Decor & Design: Out to See + TIR Christmas Shop
Hi, friends! I recently spent a few days in Vancouver, B.C. with some friends and my girls. While we were there we visited what might be one of my new-to-me favorite home shops ever. It’s called The Cross Decor & Design. They describe it as a little bit beachy, a little bit romanic and very […]
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Preparing Your Nest for a Cozy Holiday
This post is in partnership with World Market Any home can be cozier and more functional in time for the holidays! We make our home work for us, whether it is setting up for a holiday or even just a regular family night. This time of year I often get an idea in my head […]
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Simplifying to Get Ready for Christmas Decor
As we’re just ‘wrapping up’ the last day of October, I thought it was a good day to wrap Christmas gifts and set up the tree. JUST KIDDING! I’m not ready for wrapping. I’m not ready for Christmas at all for that matter. Ha! This is an old photo. But over the next month or […]
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Holidays + hosting + home and GIVEAWAY!
Can you believe we are basically in holiday season right now? I don’t feel ready, ha. My house is definitely not ready. But luckily there’s still time! To get in the GIVING frame of mind, I have GIVEAWAY below, by the way ;-). Speaking of the holidays, who is hosting Thanksgiving this year (my U.S. […]
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My Fall Wreath + How to Hang a Wreath on the Door
Few decorative elements will make your home feel as welcoming and festive as a seasonal wreath to greet you (and your guests) as you arrive home. Even if you don’t do anything else to decorate for a season, hanging a wreath on your door can be enough. It makes a great statement! Somehow hanging a […]
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Sweater Weather: Tips for a Warm & Cozy Home
We’ve been enjoying some amazing autumn sunshine and cooler temps here in Seattle! Sweater weather is my favorite! Outside many of the leaves are turning brilliant hues of orange and yellow and some are beginning to fall to the ground. There is a crispness in the air and I’m still loving every minute of fall nesting […]
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