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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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DIY Salt Dough Ornaments: Christmas Tree Footprints & Santa Handprints

If you’re looking for a simple, fun Christmas craft, these DIY salt dough handprint ornaments are always a favorite.

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Meaningful Christmas: Our Blue and White Nativity Set

Reading the Christmas story and setting up the nativity scene were always special parts of our...

Nov 15, 2022

3 Fashionable Looks for Winter and Holidays

We put together style boards to show you how to create three different fashionable looks with items from Walmart! So many cute ideas for you or gifts!

Nov 11, 2022

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How to Make Christmas Garland Look Extra Full and Festive | And 25 Simple Ideas to Try

How we made our garland look fuller and more festive!

Nov 9, 2022

7 Simple Ways We Made our House Feel Like Home (in the first year!)

Get inspired with ways to get settled in and decorate your home to make it your own! Here are 7 simple ways we made our house feel like home in the first year

Nov 8, 2022

Gift Guides 2022: Our Favorites + Ideas for Everyone!

Every year we keep our eyes open for the best of the best gift ideas for your home and the people you care about. It’s always fun curating our favorites to share with you! We know our readers look forward to these gift guides every year, so we consider our time putting them together as a gift to you! Enjoy! Bookmark this page or pin it to refer back later.

Nov 7, 2022

Thanksgiving in the Kitchen Mood Board

Today’s Monday Mood Board evokes all of the feelings of gratitude and being home with people you love at Thanksgiving. It’s a feast for all of the senses.

Nov 7, 2022

A cozy neutral bedroom mood board (with a layered mix of subtle patterns, warm textures and a bit of gorgeous color!)

A cozy neutral bedroom with layered textures, subtle patterns and warm colors that will keep you cozy and inspired all year round!

Oct 31, 2022

Tour New Homes in Poulsbo Washington + 3 Reasons to Love This Charming Seaside Community!

Tour beautiful new homes in Poulsbo, Washington and learn about this charming seaside community!

Oct 27, 2022

DIY Scented Pinecones for a Cozy Fall Home

Let’s make DIY scented pinecones for fall using all natural ingredients and scents!

Oct 25, 2022

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