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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...

Puttering Diaries: Spring in the Kitchen

This post is in partnership with Wayfair Spring is officially here, and I felt that familiar itch to freshen up the house! A little spring cleaning, puttering, and simple joys that make a new season feel special. My daughter and grandson came over on the first day of...

Make Room for Spring: The HomeBody Method for Creating a Peaceful Home

Every spring brings a familiar, hopeful feeling. The days grow a little brighter, the air feels lighter, and we start dreaming about a fresh start at home. Maybe you feel the urge to declutter a little, refresh a room, or add a few simple touches that make your home...

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Summer Decor Shop 2025

Summer Decor Shop 2025

Summer is almost here! In this post we’re giving you a sneak peek at some of our favorite summer decor finds so far, but there’s so much more we’ve gathered up in the full Summer Shop. While many of our picks are timeless enough to enjoy year-round, we love curating special pieces that capture the mood of the season. Our mood boards can also inspire you for a summer refresh–even mixing and matching with things you already have! Enjoy!

5 Tips to Create a Summer Vacation Destination at Home (Our tiny deck refresh!)

5 Tips to Create a Summer Vacation Destination at Home (Our tiny deck refresh!)

Skip the stress of travel, and design a staycation destination you’ll love all summer long! Choose just one outdoor space, even a tiny one—a deck, side yard, or porch—and turn it into a refreshing summer escape! A summer vacation destination at home.

Come take a peek at our Tiny Vacation Summer Destination at home and I’ll share 5 tips to create your own.

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