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Welcoming Summer to Our Home

I am so looking forward to the simple pleasures of this season. Summer has become one of my favorite times of year ever since we moved here. The weather is just right for us—not too hot, but with plenty of sunshine—and it’s perfect for all of our little staycation...

Our NW Coastal Woodland Cottage Backyard: Progress + Challenges

Progress in our coastal woodland cottage backyard We're entering our fifth summer here. How can that even be? I had to count it four times on my hand, and it still doesn't feel right! Somehow time has flown by. I still feel like there's so much to be done, so I'm glad...

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 full roundup of the lighting throughout our home and the Tiny Cottage (at least the ones I’m able to source!). Most of these are the exact fixtures we have, and a few are...

Puttering Diaries: The First Week of May

I recently ran across one of my early blog posts where I wrote about puttering, probably for the first time. That post was 19 years ago. HOW? I can't even believe I've been blogging that long. Here's what I wrote at the start of that post: After 21 years together, my...

Paint Colors in Our Coastal Cottage (Benjamin Moore & Sherwin-Williams)

One of the questions I’m asked most often is about the paint colors in my home. Today I’m finally sharing an updated roundup of all the paint colors throughout our house (so far!). Before I share the colors, one important note: Before committing to any paint color, I...

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Simple Shopping Habits That Save Time and Money—and Make Life at Home Feel Easier!

As a HomeBody, I genuinely love being home. You, too? But as a busy business owner, I’ve learned that in order to really enjoy being home, I have to be intentional with how I spend my time. Otherwise, I get a little frazzled—juggling tasks, feeling scattered, or just feel overwhelmed by busyness. And that’s not at all the cozy, peaceful home mood I want. I...

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Organizing + Styling: Home Style Saturdays

Hello, friend! What a week! We got Courtney's furniture all moved in this morning. YAY! We were so...

Feb 8, 2020

Six Simple Secrets for a Less Cluttered Home

Greetings! Who needs to declutter? {raises hand}. I wish I could say that I decluttered once,...

Feb 7, 2020

Cozy & Inviting Coastal Living Room: Get the Look

New England Home Cozy and Inviting (Get the Look!) is a fun periodic “mini-series” on The Inspired...

Feb 3, 2020

Decluttering + Home Style Saturdays

Happy Saturday! While our letterboard suggests we "sit back and relax", this next week is going to...

Feb 1, 2020

How to Design a Relaxing Wind-Down Ritual

Welcome to this three part mini-series (part of My Year of Dwelling Well!) called How to Find Joy...

Jan 31, 2020

Three Daily Intentions for a Joyful Mindset

Welcome to this three part mini-series (part of My Year of Dwelling Well!) called How to Find Joy...

Jan 30, 2020

How to Create a Happy Morning Routine

Who doesn't want to feel more joyful at home? Maybe you are experiencing the winter doldrums or...

Jan 29, 2020

How to Love Your Home, Even When You Don’t Like It (+ 5 Things I Love About Mine)

Whether you fully love your home or not, I think focusing on gratitude for what you have (and can...

Jan 28, 2020

Home Style Saturdays

Wall Sconce Details / Wall Art Details / Rug / Stool / Pillow / Table / Chair: Ballard Designs You...

Jan 25, 2020

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