Welcome to Day 26 of the 30 Days to Less of a Hot Mess Challenge! Today we’re focusing on kid clutter: decluttering, organizing, and creating systems that help your home feel calm again. If you’re new to the challenge, consider starting from the beginning so you get the full 30-day momentum. (Affiliate links were used … Read more

Full step by step tutorial on how to easily display kitchen cabinet wreaths during the holidays. Adding Christmas wreaths to your cabinet doors is a simple, budget‑friendly way to bring festive cheer into the kitchen. I’ve been hanging evergreen mini wreaths on my cabinets for years and love how they transform the space without adding … Read more

These Ikea spice racks make fantastic, budget-friendly bookshelves. They assemble in minutes, can be painted any color, and usually cost under $5 each. A few years back, turning the BEKVÄM spice racks into small wall shelves was a huge trend. I remember looking for them everywhere when my oldest was a baby and coming up … Read more

I hope you enjoyed a lovely Independence Day weekend if you celebrated here in the U.S.! For readers around the world, I’m glad you’re joining us — wherever you are, I hope your weekend brought time to rest, connect, and savor summer. Our holiday was full of family, great food, fireworks, and a surprising amount … Read more

Hello, New Year! It’s that season when many of us focus on organizing, decluttering, and refreshing our homes. Whether you’re tackling one closet or overhauling multiple rooms, a little planning and the right storage solutions can make a huge difference. If you want a structured approach, consider joining a short organization challenge to jump-start the … Read more

Whether you’re planning a festive Christmas dinner for family and friends or simply love dressing every room for the season, your dining room deserves a little extra holiday attention. There are so many creative ways to decorate for Christmas, and I love sprinkling seasonal touches throughout my home. The dining room is no exception — … Read more

Happy weekend! Reaching the 500th edition of Home Style Saturday feels like a wonderful milestone, and I’m excited to share this one with you. Thank you for being here — I hope this issue leaves you inspired and ready to try a few new ideas at home. Our weekend plans include a swim meet for … Read more

Welcome to my neutral Christmas dining room—fully decorated for the season with a flocked farmhouse tree and my newly completed DIY media console. Hi friends! I’m excited to share this year’s Christmas decorations in the dining room. I leaned into a calm, neutral palette with warm wood tones and lots of greenery for a cozy, … Read more

My DIY “Harvest” sign took less than two hours from start to finish. It was easy—thanks to a bit of luck and a few tools and supplies I already had on hand. While working on my mantel update (I documented the full process elsewhere), I knew I wanted a central piece that would anchor the … Read more

Happy weekend! I’m four weeks into recovery from abdominal surgery and making steady progress. I’m still a bit sore and uncomfortable some days, but my energy is returning and I’m moving more easily than I was a week or two ago. Thank you for the patience and kind messages — they’ve meant a lot during … Read more