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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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Life Lately: She’s Here!

She's here, she's here! Meet Lila, our first granddaughter. So thankful to God for this precious gift! Mama (Kylee), baby (and Daddy) are doing well! Just 5 months ago I introduced you to our grandson Forrest! What a blessing to have both a grandson and granddaughter enter our lives this year. I can hardly wait for all their cousin adventures to come. :)...

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6 DIY Gift Wrap Ideas! {Fun Ideas For Year Round Wrapping!}

DIY Gift Wrap Ideas {Cute ideas for any season or event!}

Dec 23, 2013

Seize the Whims: Random Act of Hanging Plates

FAQ: How do you hang plates on a wall? A: With regular plate hangers you can buy at home...

Dec 21, 2013

{Adorable} Free Printable Gift Tags

These adorable gift tags were designed for The Inspired Room. They are free to download and print for your own use! :-)

Dec 18, 2013

Delicious Adventure {And a Perfect Last Minute Gift Idea}

Photo from Sandy at The Reluctant Entertainer. The trip mentioned in this post was sponsored by...

Dec 18, 2013

How to Arrange Flowers for a Centerpiece {Easy Tip!}

How to Arrange Flowers Hi all, Michaela here again for my monthly entertaining post! First I have...

Dec 17, 2013

Gift Ideas {A Few of My Favorite Things} & Pier 1 Gift Card Giveaway!

It's better to give than to receive, right? Yes. Yes it is. So, I really was trying my best to...

Dec 13, 2013

How to Layer Wreaths {Easy & Frugal DIY Tip!}

Today I'm popping in to share one of my favorite frugal but oh-so-luxe decorating secrets. I've...

Dec 12, 2013

This Small Office {5 Take Away Tips}

Small office space organizing via BHG Besides the fact that it is very clean and lovely, this...

Dec 11, 2013

How to Make a Festive Boxwood Wreath Chandelier

This wreath chandelier is so pretty during the day and magical at night! Come learn how to make a wreath chandelier for your home or porch.

Dec 10, 2013

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