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My Coastal Cottage Kitchen Sources: Details and FAQ
It's been about two years now since our kitchen renovation. I still get questions every day about our kitchen, so I thought it was time for an updated post with some of the sources and details that I'm often asked about! Scroll down for details. I'm also working on some posts to answer some individual FAQ such as: do we still like our marble and soapstone...
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Traditional & Collected Coastal Style: Get the Look Mood Board
See how to get the look of this cozy and collected traditional home with coastal influences, my design tips and sources are in this post!
My Design Philosophy + The Gift of Home
A giveaway, my design philosophy, intro to me and my home, and sharing a new design book you’ll love!
Three Simple Updates to Make Your Bedroom Your Winter Sanctuary
Come see the simple and budget-friendly changes we made to our bedroom to create a cozier sanctuary for the winter months!
Lantern Ceiling Lights (New Light for My Bedroom)
Now that the new year has arrived, I’m on a roll making design decisions so we can make...
Mini Table Lamps and Accent Lighting Sources
Accent lighting is an essential element in the function and cozy mood of a home. In this post we’re sharing some stylish accent/mini lamps that are easy to tuck in anywhere you need a little extra light or warmth!
How to Get Unstuck with Decorating
Do you ever feel stumped with the direction you want to go with a room, so you just stay stuck? I sure do! So if like me you want to make progress on a room this month, consider the suggestions in this post as inspiration and permission to make a decision!
Beautiful Kitchen Designs + Inspiration
Looking for kitchen inspiration? Enjoy these beautiful designs I’m inspired by lately,...
4 Important First Steps to Take When Designing A Room
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with where to start when designing a room? If you want to give a room a refresh, here are the first four steps I usually take to get started, to organize my thoughts, needs and style preferences so I can move forward with a plan!
Simple Furniture Makeover + Pretty Shelf and Drawer Liners (Courtney’s Apartment)
Hi friends, it’s Courtney (one of Melissa’s daughter’s) here! I wanted to...
Refresh Your Bedroom for Winter – A Lovely January
The change of seasons can be a wonderful reason to refresh your home. With the holidays behind...
