Disney is a magical destination for families with small children, but a first trip can feel overwhelming. What should you pack, where should you stay, and how do you plan days with toddlers? This guide shares practical tips from multiple family visits to help you make the most of Disney with little kids. Our family’s … Read more

Autumn has arrived, and with it comes cooler days, comforting soups, and the simple pleasure of letting the slow cooker do the work. I love this season for easy, cozy routines—tossing ingredients into the crock pot, pulling on a sweater, and walking into a home that feels intentionally warm and inviting. Around the house I’ve … Read more

Sherwin Williams Sea Salt is a versatile blue-green-gray paint that pairs beautifully with white and many on-trend home colors. Often described as a coastal neutral, it’s subtle enough to work in a variety of styles and rooms—from porches and bathrooms to kitchens and bedrooms. I’ve used Sea Salt several times in my own homes and … Read more

Simple, Effective Ways to Spruce Up Your Yard A little yard love — the right tools, fresh mulch, and a tidy hose — can make a big difference in curb appeal. Here are three straightforward, budget-friendly updates that instantly improve the look of your outdoor space. It took longer than I expected to get these … Read more

Tired of the same red-and-green routine? This season, consider a bold, contemporary palette: orange, blue, and brown. An orange, blue, and brown Christmas tree blends warmth, sophistication, and unexpected color pops to create a festive yet modern look that feels curated and cozy. Each year I change the living room color story, starting with a … Read more

This budget-friendly DIY framed canvas art is an easy way to create a striking focal piece for your home without spending a fortune. Framed canvas artwork can cost anywhere from a few hundred to thousands of dollars, and many store-bought frames are thin and lack presence. This project shows how to build a bold, oversized … Read more

Take a look at my new charcoal dining room wall color — it really brings the farmhouse decor to life! Yesterday I dug into this paint choice — Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal — and today I’m sharing the full reveal of how it looks on my dining room walls. This deep, neutral charcoal instantly changed … Read more

Welcome to Day 5 of the 30 Days to Less of a Hot Mess Challenge. Today we’re focusing on decluttering, reorganizing, and carving out breathing room so your home supports the life you want to live. If you’re new to the challenge, you may want to start at the beginning. ************************************************************** Hi — I’m Laura, … Read more

Hello, friends! I’m finally tackling the office and guest bedroom to give it a fresh nautical-inspired makeover. This room has been on my list for a long time, but life with small children — and a baby in 2014 — meant it kept getting pushed to the back burner. Until last weekend, it was the … Read more

Learn how to transform a room so it looks beautiful and works for your family with these practical steps to start a room makeover. Staring at an empty room can feel overwhelming. You might not know where to begin, or you may worry that you’ll make choices you’ll regret. I’ve been there — and after … Read more