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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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Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas 2025

Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas 2025

Hi friends! Today I've gathered some stocking stuffer gift ideas you can still order quickly. Some of these are tried-and-true favorites we personally own and love! You can see my full folder of Amazon Stocking Stuffer Ideas here in my Storefront, and I'll share some favorites in mood boards below! Sources: Hair Finishing Stick (tames flyaways, I keep this...

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How to Pick Decorative Pillows That Go Together (5 tips on style, pillow inserts and saving money!)

How to Pick Decorative Pillows That Go Together (5 tips on style, pillow inserts and saving money!)

One of my favorite decorating accessories for my home is PILLOWS! But how do you get decorative pillows that go together and make them all look pretty in your home? Today I am going to share some of my own “designer secrets” that will not only help you select decorative pillows that will go together and look lovely, but that can also save you money, frustration and space!

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Latte Recipe and Pumpkin Banana Muffins (2 recipes to make at home)

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Latte Recipe and Pumpkin Banana Muffins (2 recipes to make at home)

I’m not the biggest fan of the famous PSLs (pumpkin spice lattes) you can buy at the well-known drive through. But I recently made a pumpkin spice oat milk latte recipe at home and oh my goodness, it was SO GOOD! THIS is what I call a PSL. Find the latte and pumpkin banana muffin recipes in the post!

A Cozier Entry Mood Board

A Cozier Entry Mood Board

Entryways are such hardworking spaces. Perhaps you haven’t really thought of your entry as a room that could (or should!) be cozier. But if this is the space that will welcome your family and friends to your home, let’s give it a cozy fall mood!

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