I find myself stopping into Hobby Lobby often and consistently picking up the same reliable items. These are the pieces I reach for again and again—so I thought I’d share my favorite go-to finds in case you haven’t discovered them yet. If you have staples you always grab at Hobby Lobby, please share them in … Read more

Transform a simple dining room into a beautiful traditional space by combining classic details, layered patterns, and thoughtful fabric and wallpaper choices. This photo tour highlights lighting, wallpaper, decor, and the design decisions behind the makeover. This dining room marks a clear style shift from the farmhouse look I had in my previous home to … Read more

Using my 5-step decluttering method, I cleared out my decor closet and turned it into a functional, efficient—and even beautiful—storage space. With several home projects temporarily on hold—painting, new sod, a garage overhaul and a finished kitchen—I decided to tackle a behind-the-scenes space that had been neglected since we moved in a year and a … Read more

This simple six-step formula for making a bed beautifully inspired me to start making my bed every morning. Try these easy steps to create a polished bed without adding unnecessary layers or dozens of decorative pillows. For years I thought I wasn’t the type to make my bed daily. I knew a made bed adds … Read more

Nursery Paint Update: Why I Chose Benjamin Moore Lido Green I finally picked a paint color and finished painting the nursery — a big check off my to-do list. I did it while 29 weeks pregnant and with my energetic three-year-old home from school, so I’m calling it a win. Getting this done felt like … Read more

Welcome to the next stop on my Christmas home tour: the dining room and my large Christmas tree. This is the first year I truly love this tree. It finally reflects the rustic glam vision I had in mind when we first bought it—now that I’ve collected the right ornaments and learned how full to … Read more

Do you need to make the most of a small bedroom, guest room, or home office? A loft bed can be the perfect solution. This roundup of loft bed ideas for small rooms presents a variety of styles and practical features to inspire creative, space-saving solutions for your home. What exactly is a loft bed? … Read more

Whether you find it easy or a little more difficult to get into the Christmas spirit, here are seven simple, joyful ways to bring the holiday magic into your home. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year — I hope these ideas help you enjoy it to the fullest. My Magnolia Wreath … Read more

Last night marked the end of an era in my home. Nearly a decade ago, when I first began sharing my house online, I moved into a builder‑beige starter home with very little left over for decorating. It was the tail end of the recession, I had just lost my job, and our budget for … Read more

Do you ever make a project that is both beautiful and practical using only items from the hardware store? Those are my favorite kinds of projects. This DIY jewelry organizer is a perfect example: simple materials transformed into a useful, attractive piece that organizes necklaces, bracelets, and more. This idea is adorable and surprisingly easy … Read more