Create a home inspired by your life and what you love!

Search the blog:

the-latest-in-amazon-storefront-the-inspired-room

FEATURED BLOG POSTS:

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...

THE LATEST ON THE BLOG:

the latest on the blog

How to Style Open Shelving in a Kitchen (+ secret ingredients to add to the mix!)

Styling shelves can feel daunting, but it can be fun and less stressful when you know a few designer secrets for selecting the right items and how to style them. Here are some of my favorite tried and true tips for selecting items to display and how to style open shelving in a kitchen (or anywhere!).

the latest on the blog

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

My Christmas Front Porch & DIY Boxwood Wreath Chandelier!

Come see my festive Christmas front porch with my DIY boxwood wreath chandelier!

Dec 9, 2013

The Journey to A Dream House

A story of waiting for a dream house.

Dec 7, 2013

Christmas Joy with Simplicity {Cardboard Letters}

For the past few years, I've kept my Christmas decor so simple. I've actually never been one to go...

Dec 6, 2013

Tips for How to Hang Garland, Wreaths and Stockings {without nails}

One question I am asked every year is "how do you hang garland, stockings, ornaments and wreaths...

Dec 4, 2013

My Christmas House Tour

Welcome to my annual Christmas House tour! This year I’m the first stop in Jennifer Rizzo’s Holiday House walk, featuring tours of 30 other lovely homes all decorated for Christmas. Come enjoy all the Christmas decorating ideas and inspiration from bloggers

Dec 2, 2013