Our summer swim season has taken up a large part of our days this year, and it’s been a whirlwind of early mornings, late afternoons, and lots of excited swimmers. With only one meet left, we’re finishing on a high note — just in time to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with family, friends, and festive … Read more

Benjamin Moore Simply White is one of the most popular white paint colors. This soft off-white delivers a clean, bright look with just the right touch of warmth. Benjamin Moore Simply White (OC-117) is a warm, versatile white that reads crisp and clean while still feeling inviting. Named Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year in … Read more

Your home and its decor influence your mood, productivity and even your confidence. Read on to learn how thoughtful interior decor can help you create a home you truly love! Remember the day you first walked through the door of your new place? It felt like a blank canvas full of possibilities — a place … Read more

A heartfelt before-and-after home tour reflecting on six years in our house, budget-friendly updates, room makeovers, and the slow, meaningful process of creating a home our family loves. I can’t believe it’s been six years since we moved into this house. Although it felt like we lived in our previous home forever, this is the … Read more

Learn how to hang plates on a wall with this simple step-by-step guide. Get practical tips for layout, hanging methods, and creating a charming, budget-friendly plate wall display. A wall covered in plates immediately feels warm and personal. Whether you’re displaying heirloom china, thrifted finds, or colorful dessert plates, a plate wall is an affordable … Read more

If you’re thinking about Sherwin Williams Sea Salt for your kitchen, you’re in good company. It’s a popular choice because it’s soft, calm, and versatile—never loud, but always interesting. When I painted my kitchen Sea Salt, I wanted a gentle, airy feel that still read as lived-in and layered, not stark or clinical. After living … Read more

DIY Weathered Beach Buoys — Affordable Lake House and Beach House Decor While flipping through a Pottery Barn catalog, I noticed a set of decorative beach buoys that would look perfect in a lake house or beach house. Instead of buying them, I decided to make my own weathered buoys for a fraction of the … Read more

Print this free chocolate chip cookie recipe printable to decorate your kitchen and always have your favorite cookie recipe on display—no cookbook required. Fun, charming, and practical! Homemade chocolate chip cookies have been a family favorite for as long as I can remember. Not the store-bought dough that promises a homemade taste, but the real … Read more

Revere Pewter is a light gray with warm undertones; this classic shade creates a comfortably sophisticated look that soothes and restores. After a long search, I finally found the perfect color to paint my open living areas and hallways: a warm, balanced gray. Before I share my final choice, here’s a short guide to how … Read more

At last — I’ve finally sat down to put my plans and goals for our home into words for the year ahead. When I moved into this house last year, there were plenty of things that needed attention. I tackled the most glaring issues first: odd paint colors and outdated light fixtures were replaced, and … Read more