Learn practical ways to create margin in your life when everything feels like it’s spinning out of control. Getting organized and staying organized can feel overwhelming—especially when life throws curveballs. You may be caring for sick family members, managing a crisis, juggling work, keeping a household running, and trying to stay on top of bills … Read more

If you’re just tuning in, you may want to go back and read my initial thoughts on the KonMari Method and my post about decluttering my closet. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. See my full disclosure policy. I’m decluttering my home over the next several months using Marie Kondo’s book, The Life-Changing … Read more

Learn how to transform a dresser with chalk paint for your room makeover! I finally finished a dresser makeover for the baby’s nursery, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out. Getting this piece completed means I can move the changing pad off the dining table and bring all of her clothes into the nursery … Read more

Neutral colors dominate interior design because they offer unmatched versatility. Below are the top 15 neutral paint colors that work beautifully in nearly any space. When was the last time you entered a home with neon-colored walls? For most of us, that was years ago. Except for certain pale blues, greens, or deeper neutrals like … Read more

This year I changed my approach to home projects. Instead of setting a long list of ten or so goals for the entire year and then losing track by midyear, I broke my plans into three focused goals each quarter. Revisiting goals every three months has kept me engaged and accountable, and it’s helped prevent … Read more

Welcome to the 30 Days to Less of a Hot Mess Challenge! Over the next month we’re decluttering, reorganizing, and refreshing our homes to create spaces that feel calm and functional. If you’re new to the challenge, you may want to start here at the beginning. Affiliate links used for convenience. ************************************************************** Let’s be honest: … Read more

Welcome to the 30 Days to Less of a Hot Mess Challenge! Over the next month we’ll declutter, reorganize, and breathe new life into our homes so they feel calmer and more functional. If you’re new to the challenge, you may want to start here at the beginning. ************************************************************** A little about me: I’m obsessed … Read more

Farmhouse light fixtures make a beautiful statement in any home. This roundup of gorgeous, budget-friendly farmhouse lighting ideas will help you achieve that charming look without breaking the bank. In this guide I’ll share my favorite farmhouse light fixtures, reliable budget-friendly retailers, and the best light bulbs to use so your new fixtures flatter your … Read more

Make a luxurious, moisturizing cocoa-mint lip balm at home using peppermint essential oil and high-quality ingredients. These creamy balms make thoughtful gifts—printable labels make presentation easy. Winter’s dry air and cold winds can leave lips chapped, tight, and uncomfortable. Rather than relying on store-bought products with unknown ingredients, you can create a nourishing, homemade cocoa-mint … Read more

Painted kitchen cabinets remain one of the most popular and cost-effective ways to update a kitchen’s look. I’m often asked how my cabinets have held up since I painted them and whether I’d make the same choices again after living with them for this long. Short answer: absolutely — I would paint them again. Over … Read more