Learn how to wrap a Christmas present with these easy and creative gift-wrapping ideas that double as decor—simple, beautiful, and fun! The holidays are here, which means it’s time to wrap gifts. Instead of defaulting to plain paper, take a few extra minutes to make each package feel special. These Christmas gift-wrapping ideas range from … Read more

Whether you’re buying for your son, nephew, grandson, or a friend’s child, here are top, sure-to-please gift ideas for elementary-aged boys this year. If you’re tackling your holiday list, be sure to check my complete collection of gift guides for more ideas—there’s something for everyone! Full disclosure: I’m not a boy mom, but my assistant—who … Read more

This stunning living room makeover features DIY board and batten, a Pottery Barn-style slipcovered sofa, stenciled curtains, warm wood accents, and refreshing pops of turquoise. Welcome to the finished (well, mostly finished) living room reveal. I finally pulled together the elements I envisioned when we first walked into this house: new pillows, blue accessories, DIY … Read more

Learn how to easily remove sticker residue from clothing with one simple tool—without damaging the fabric! I hate when good clothes get ruined. In our house the culprits are usually a pen forgotten in a pocket, a child experimenting with brightly colored snacks, or stubborn sticker residue. It happens all the time, and I’ve spent … Read more

Enjoy this year’s flocked Christmas tree dressed with navy and green plaid ribbon, neutral ornaments, and a charming basket tree collar. This holiday season looked a little different for us because we’re moving the week after Thanksgiving. Since I was decorating mainly to share on the blog, I skipped my usual tradition of a large, … Read more

My honest Ruggable review (not sponsored) about my kitchen runner — plus answers to frequently asked questions and whether a Ruggable rug is worth it. Have you ever wanted a rug in a busy room but feared it would be ruined in minutes? If you have kids, pets, or simply cook and live in your … Read more

We closed on this house three years ago this week. Looking back at the plain, builder-basic space we bought and at how it looks today, I’m proud of the progress. Small changes have made the house feel much more like our home—less beige and more personal—although there are still plenty of projects on the list. … Read more

A Farewell Christmas Home Tour: A look at the kitchen and living room—the heart of the home where we spent the last eight years. Sharing this final home tour is bittersweet as we move into our new house this week. With this year’s theme essentially “decorate quickly, then pack everything up to move,” I leaned … Read more

Although the name of my blog evokes turquoise, this year my Christmas leaned into classic reds and greens. I usually enjoy playful, unexpected color palettes—hot pinks, bright blues, and yes, lots of turquoise—but this season I felt drawn to a traditional, cozy aesthetic. The result is a warm, homey holiday look built around plaid, soft … Read more

Choose one of these best bedroom paint colors to help you unwind and relax at the end of the day, and greet you first thing every morning. Picking the right bedroom paint color can feel surprisingly stressful. One gray looks blue, another reads as purple, and the warm white you chose suddenly looks yellow by … Read more