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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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The Secret to Decluttering, Organizing, Decorating and Homekeeping Success that No One Tells You About!

If you’ve ever struggled with creating the atmosphere you want for your home, I got you! I will share the secret no one tells you about. Many years ago I started out my home-creating journey with so many dreams of the kind of home I hoped to have — one that was welcoming to us day to day as well as to the people we invited in. Perhaps you have...

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Sneak Peek of My Entryway & A Jones Design Company Art Giveaway

Not only is it Thanksgiving week, but it is project week around my house! In keeping with my crazy...

Nov 22, 2011

The Perfect {Sentimental} Christmas Gift & Giveaway!

Sometimes changes in life are bitter sweet. I recently went online to create a photo of my kids...

Nov 19, 2011

Quick and Easy Centerpiece

Here is a quick DIY centerpiece idea I've been making in various forms for years. You might have...

Nov 18, 2011

Conversation Starter Printables: Delicious & Fun Holiday Traditions

Conversation Starter Printables I really look forward to our traditions during the holidays! Even...

Nov 17, 2011

Small & Festive Christmas Trees: Ideas for Christmas Decorating

Better Homes & Gardens I love decorating with tiny Christmas trees. I love them all over the...

Nov 15, 2011

Trend Setter: My Dining Room Table Happy Accident

This weekend I got into one of my nesting phases that usually precede holidays. I'm pretty...

Nov 14, 2011

Festive Ideas for Christmas Parties & Winter Traditions

How Does She? Peppermint Rimmed Hot Chocolate? Yes, please! This festive and tasty idea from How...

Nov 12, 2011

Fall Decorating: Pop of Orange

Midwest Living House Beautiful via Apartment Therapy Martha Stewart via Traditional Home Country...

Nov 11, 2011

My Christmas Mantel in Cottages & Bungalows Magazine!

A few months ago I was just minding my own business when I was contacted by Cottages &...

Nov 9, 2011

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