After years of searching and waiting, I’m thrilled to finally share our new home with you! In last month’s “We’re Moving” post I explained why we sold our previous house and how we decided on this one, but I’ve been looking for a true “next 20-year home” for a long time. To recap briefly: our … Read more

‘Tis the season to deck the halls, the walls, the shelves, and the mantels. The anticipation of Christmas is finally in the air, and I love dressing our home in hopeful expectation with cheery pops of red, natural swaths of greenery, and cozy textures. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Please, pull up … Read more

Reclaim your home with the 30-Day Decluttering E-mail Challenge. Each day for 30 days you’ll receive a focused prompt to tackle a specific area of your house, plus practical guidance and encouragement to help you create lasting order and calm. Would you like to be able to invite friends over on a whim without feeling … Read more

Use your own fabric to create a custom lampshade that adds personality to your home. I love finishing projects that have sat on my to-do list for years — the relief, the satisfaction, and the little nudge of “why didn’t I do this sooner?” One of those projects was making a custom lampshade for Miss … Read more

Try a stylish Christmas tree collar instead of the traditional tree skirt. Choose from woven, metal, or wooden collars to hide the tree base and create a polished holiday look before they sell out. In recent years, the Christmas tree collar has become a favorite alternative to the classic tree skirt. Tree collars conceal the … Read more

It’s always a joy to look back and see which posts you loved most over the past year. Here are the most popular Turquoise Home posts of 2021. I enjoy reviewing the year’s content to learn which topics resonated with you. Your favorites help shape what I share next—whether that’s practical Decorating 101 tips or … Read more

Make your skin glow with this easy-to-make DIY lemon sugar scrub. With only three ingredients and five simple steps, your skin will feel smooth and moisturized in no time. I’m excited to share this simple, scrubalicious DIY because it smells delightful and leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed. With Mother’s Day approaching, I made several … Read more

The 10 Kreg Jig projects below are not only simple to make — they’re practical and beautiful. Turn a pile of boards into a finished piece of furniture quickly; it’s DIY home improvement at its finest. Kreg Jig projects are some of my favorite woodworking and DIY builds. The Kreg pocket hole system saves time, … Read more

Your front porch is the first thing people notice about your home. Even a small porch can make a powerful first impression when you design it with intention. Whether you have a narrow stoop, a compact landing, or a cozy nook, thoughtful touches can add charm, personality, and function to your entryway. If you think … Read more

Updating your fireplace mantel is one of the simplest and most impactful ways to refresh your home each season. A mantel is a natural focal point, and because it’s a relatively small area, it’s my go-to spot for seasonal touches and quick decorating updates. How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantel No matter the season—fall, winter, … Read more