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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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Life Lately: Welcome to Our Home, Finnegan

Thank you all for the warm welcome to our new pup Finnegan. It's been a little wild adjusting to life with a puppy again, but he is even more precious than we could have imagined. There is no doubt in our mind, he was the pup for us. Sources: Basket Dog Bed // Fur Dog Bed // Room Sources Finnegan has spent his first couple of weeks here learning the...

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Summer Bucket List {Goals and Plans}

Hi Friends! Friday was my son's last day of junior high. WAHAAH!!! Next year he'll be in high...

Jun 14, 2015

Easy DIY Centerpiece {& Stress-Free Party Tips}

Gold Scissors // Burlap Fabric I think entertaining should be carefree, not stressful! But when...

Jun 12, 2015

Slow Decorating

Hi friends! It's Michaela! I'm excited to be back here sharing a bit of my home with you today....

Jun 11, 2015

Set the Mood: Small Backyard Party for Two (& Giveaway)

This post was created in partnership with TIKI® brand. All photos and opinions are my own! I...

Jun 9, 2015

Let there be light! {Small Space Remodeling Tip}

image via Crazy Mary A s we are considering what kind of house we can afford (and hope to find)...

Jun 8, 2015

Master Bathroom is Ready for a Refresh!

Y'all, this bathroom has been patiently waiting for its turn to get pretty. It's functional. It's...

Jun 4, 2015

Favorite Baby Gifts to Give and Receive

Hello friends! It's Cassie here with my monthly guest post! As you have heard and seen, I have...

Jun 3, 2015

New York Times Best Seller!

I visited my girls in Seattle yesterday so we could get our nails done. GIRL time :). As we...

Jun 2, 2015

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Dream Bathroom vs. Simple Refresh

Williams and Spade: Jeanne Racioppi, Williams & Spade Interior Design I ran across this gem of...

Jun 1, 2015

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