The school year is in full swing and last night we attended the first high school football game of the season — I can hardly believe it’s already football season! The energy of fall is starting to settle in. Have you thought about seasonal decorating yet? I haven’t fully committed to decorating, but I’m getting … Read more
Simple DIY Target Dollar Spot Fall Wreath — Quick and Budget-Friendly Sometimes I just need a little creative time to make a simple craft or quick DIY project. I’m not a big crafter, but every now and then I like to complete something within an hour, including cleanup (which is honestly my least favorite part). … Read more
Among my top three easy-care houseplants, pothos plants have my heart. Maybe it’s their trailing vines of heart-shaped leaves—whatever the reason, they’re gorgeous and forgiving. Below is a clear, practical guide to growing and caring for pothos successfully in your home. This pothos plant was propagated from my original pothos plant. My Marble Queen pothos … Read more
Take a look at our year of transformations as we updated a traditional Cape Cod–style home—mostly exterior cosmetic changes with a few interior refreshes sprinkled in. Welcome to my annual recap of home updates. Here I share the projects we completed in 2021, our second year living in this house. (If you missed it, you … Read more
Welcome to my Happy Fall-i-days Home Tour! I’m delighted you stopped by. If you think you’ve seen every corner of a home dressed for autumn, think again—I saved one room just for today. While I was at it, I tidied up the rest of the living area and snapped some photos to share. I hope … Read more
As winter fades and spring arrives with bright, sunny days and fresh color, it’s the perfect moment to refresh your mantel. Here are 25 inspiring spring mantel ideas to help you style a seasonal focal point in your home. A mantel is one of the easiest places to update with each season. It’s a compact … Read more
Happy weekend! We’re fully settled into our summer routine and soaking up nostalgic ’90s summer vibes: riding bikes to the pool, filling coloring books, heading to summer camps, cheering at swim meets, and spending long afternoons with friends. Summer naturally nudges us away from screens and into real-life connection — long, sunlit days of activity, … Read more
Welcome to The Turquoise Home I’m glad you stopped by. This space is where I share the simple pleasures of Southern living, budget-friendly decorating, and hands-on DIY projects that make a house feel like home. I’m a working mom to one beautiful little girl and the wife of a terrific husband. Born and raised in … Read more
For a long time I believed a “finished” room was the same as success: painted walls, styled shelves, and a before-and-after photo ready for Instagram. But after years of raising kids, living in the space, and noticing what actually endures in a home, my priorities changed. I no longer chase perfectly completed rooms; I’m after … Read more
Gather your old and new spring decor and a few lifelike faux botanicals to create a fresh spring tablescape. I love updating the dining table with simple signs of the season—especially in spring, when flowers and light colors make everything feel brighter. I tend to lean on faux botanicals because they’re low-maintenance and look great … Read more