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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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Favorite Presidents’ Day Sales 2025: Home Decor, Gadgets and More

Hi friends, I wanted to pop in and share a few home sales that might be of interest to you if you’re doing any shopping this holiday weekend! Favorite Presidents’ Day Sales 2025 (home decor, gadgets, items I own and more): My bedroom rug on sale Amazon – You can see all the Amazon Presidents’ Day deals here on this page. You can also shop my...

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This post is sponsored by The Home Depot, but all opinions and my stories are my own. I've always...

Oct 18, 2016

Inspired Design: Chango and Co.

Hudson Waterfront Colonial by Chango and Co. Every once in awhile I run across a designer whose...

Oct 17, 2016

Inspiration: Arched Doorways

arched door opening inspiration via BHG As many of you know, last year we moved into a small 1950s...

Oct 14, 2016

Cozy Tassel Throw Blankets

When it comes to fall throws, tassels really make a difference. Details matter! Toss a tassel...

Oct 12, 2016

The Question of Curtain Panels

Have you ever wondered whether or not you should add curtain panels to your windows? Maybe you...

Oct 11, 2016

Dream House Tour: New England Style

House and Home / Sarah Richardson Happy Monday! To kick this week off with some fall inspiration,...

Oct 10, 2016

My Small Kitchen Remodel: Demo Day

Behold, our kitchen. The transformation has begun. I thought you would enjoy seeing what I'm...

Oct 7, 2016

Gift Idea: A Lifetime of Memories

Sponsored by Legacybox Every year about this time I start thinking of creative gift ideas I'd love...

Oct 6, 2016

Slide Out Kitchen Pantry Drawers: Inspiration

Slide Out Kitchen Pantry Drawers via Heather Bullard It's demo day in our kitchen! Eek! After...

Oct 5, 2016

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