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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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How to Savor The In Between Season in Your Home with Summer to Fall Decorating (plus my faded faux hydrangeas and fall home decor ideas!)

It’s that time of year when everyone online debates whether we should be looking forward to fall or still enjoying summer. Should everyone be decorating for fall? Too soon? Or should we keep our home feeling like summer, until it’s not?

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Spring At Home + Home Style Saturdays

We may be staying home, but we have been putting the time to good use around the house! We are...

May 2, 2020

My All Time Favorite Home Decorating Book + Other Favorites!

It's rare for me to find a home style book that I love and resonate with every photo, but I have...

Apr 30, 2020

Life Lately + My Favorite Pottery Barn Decor Pieces + Sale

Navy Wingback Chair (on sale!) Hey friends! Ever since the start of the year I've been rearranging...

Apr 27, 2020

Spring Inspiration: Home Style Saturdays

Happy weekend, friends! Here are a few posts you may have missed recently: Happy Plant Spray for...

Apr 25, 2020

Happy Plant Spray for Your Home + Garden

Calling all plant ladies! Or...plant killers? Lol! Which one are you? I used to think of myself as...

Apr 24, 2020

Rearranging Furniture + Hanging Plates in My Dining Room

You know when you should really be setting the table for dinner but suddenly you think about what...

Apr 22, 2020

Happier Home: Adding Color to a Neutral Space

House Beautiful Spring is the perfect time to bring a fresh happy mood with the decor in your...

Apr 21, 2020

Home Style Saturdays

Hi friends! Day 7304 (?) of the stay at home life. Lily has a beard now. Jack’s hair is almost...

Apr 18, 2020

A Love of Organic Gardening

Every day around plants is a good day. Plants are uplifting to the soul! My grandma and my mom...

Apr 17, 2020

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