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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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A Cordless Lamp in My Coffee Cabinet to Make Winter Mornings Cozier

Spring is getting closer, but the winter mornings are still so dark when I go to make my coffee. Last week I had the BEST idea! I bought in this cordless lamp that I had on the porch and added it to my coffee cabinet. Now I just tap the light before making the coffee. This lamp makes my cabinet and winter morning ritual feel so much cozier! These lamps...

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Overwhelmed by the Holidays? I Was Too! Here’s What Helped

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the holidays? It can be such a fun season, but it also can feel like there is so much we need (or want!) to do and not enough time to do it. Here’s what helped me feel less overwhelmed this holiday season!

Dec 1, 2023

A Simple Christmas and Winter Table in Our Dining Nook

Can you believe that we’re almost into December? I am so excited to have our little dining nook finally finished that I had some early holiday fun setting up a simple Christmas and winter table. It’s so cozy, it makes me happy.

Nov 27, 2023

Our Bamboo Shades: Layers of Warmth and Texture

We recently bought new bamboo shades for our main floor! They were affordable and readily available so I was excited to be able to get this project done before the holidays. Sharing the details!

Nov 26, 2023

Our Coastal Christmas Mantel

Get ready for photo overload because I am so excited to share our Coastal Christmas Mantel for 2023! I’ve waited all year for this :).

Nov 24, 2023

Jute and Cotton Rug in My Living Room: FAQ and Details

If you want to pull a room together and make it cozy in time for Christmas, this jute and cotton...

Nov 22, 2023

Recent Home Decor Finds + An Invitation to My Home!

Today I am sharing a handy round up of recent decor finds from my home and resources all in one post for your convenience, plus a virtual invitation to my home :).

Nov 19, 2023