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Favorite Memorial Day Sales 2026 (Home Decor & More)
Looking for some great deals this weekend? I’ve rounded up my favorite Memorial Day sale finds in today’s post! You’ll find photos from my home featuring pieces I own and love, mood boards for inspiration, and more. I’ll be updating this post all weekend as new finds pop up!
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7 Simple Ways to Keep a House Clean (Even with Pets + Toddlers)
I’m often asked how we keep our house clean. Believe me, our house isn’t always as...
Our Coastal Cottage Lighting Sources: Every Light in Our Home
One of my most asked questions is where I get the lights in our home, so today I’m sharing a...
Puttering Diaries: The First Week of May
I recently ran across one of my early blog posts where I wrote about puttering, probably for...
Coastal Cottage Amazon Finds We’re Loving Lately
Confession. I know it’s an Instagram trend, but I’ve never once wanted anything in my home to feel “incredibly chic.” All I want is cozy, charming, and cheerful. So here are some not-incredibly-chic, but quite delightful, Amazon finds we’ve been loving lately.
Simple Decorating Swaps That Make a Big Impact at Home
A few thoughtful accessories can make a big difference in how a room feels. Two of my favorite simple swaps are pillow covers and vessels that look pretty alone or with seasonal fillers. Here are a few examples from my home…
Outdoor Spaces + Favorites from My Coastal Cottage
With spring here and summer on the way, I’m getting excited about being outside more!...
Window Shopping: Target Spring Decor 2026
I don’t get to Target in person very often lately, but I’ve popped in a few times lately and there are some really adorable things. I thought I’d take you along ‘window shopping’ with me today to see what caught my eye! A few of these came home with me and I may order a couple others :).
A Coastal Grandma Summer (New Cottage by the Sea Dreambook!)
I’m excited to share my latest Cottage by the Sea Dreambook, A Coastal Grandma Summer!...
Adorable Toddler Play Kitchen + Favorite Pretend Play Toys (Grandchild Approved)
One of my favorite parts of being a true ‘coastal grandmother’ is getting to watch my grandchildren’s little imaginations come to life. Today I wanted to share a few of our favorite play things (grandchild approved!).
3 Secrets to Turn a Small Outdoor Space into a Retreat
If you’re anything like me, the return of sunshine always has you craving more time outside and a little refresh of your outdoor spaces. Here is inspiration for turning even the smallest outdoor corner into your own peaceful oasis!
