Out to See: Shopping in Snohomish, Washington

Sweet Bee Snohomish

A few weeks ago, my mom, two daughters and I took a girls' day trip out to see Snohomish, a charming little town in the state of Washington. I had never been there before, but had heard from a few readers that I would enjoy it. SOLD! You all know me … ** Read more **

{Ten Reasons To Buy A New House}

why buy a new house

Lately I've been thinking back on our whole experience of buying and living in a new house. Was it worth it? How am I feeling about being in a new house? Did I make the right choice? Do I have any regrets? Honestly, there are so many reasons (and a … ** Read more **

Kitchen Remodel: Sources

The Inspired Room Kitchen Collage Source List

Where did you find .... for your new kitchen? Wondering where to begin with a kitchen design project? Where do I find things like hardware, lights, cabinets, tile, sinks and faucets or accessories? For an extensive remodel or an all new kitchen, … ** Read more **

Under The Weather: 5 Ways to Get Well Soon

Get-Well-Soon

1) Sleep Mask 2) Cozy Socks 3) Ships Hot Water Bottle Cover 4) Tea Kettle 5) Chocolate I know so many people who are still coming down with colds and flus or allergies. Hope everyone feels better soon, but until then, these sweet gifts are … ** Read more **

{Weekend Dreaming} Nantucket

nantucket exterior

via Dujardin Design ...I'd be living the dream in Nantucket. Not sure why, but I've always felt I belong in a place like Nantucket, even though I've never been there. But if I was so fortunate to live here in this amazing house, I'd probably feel … ** Read more **

DIY Kitchen Island {from new unfinished furniture to antique!}

island collage

Many of you might remember back when I talked about my unfinished kitchen island and my uncertainty about how I was going to finish it (or if I was actually even going to keep it). Well, as you probably saw in the recent kitchen reveal, I finally … ** Read more **