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3 Secrets to Turn a Small Outdoor Space into a Retreat
If you’re anything like me, the return of sunshine always has you craving more time outside and a little refresh of your outdoor spaces. Here is inspiration for turning even the smallest outdoor corner into your own peaceful oasis!
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Best Cozy Fall Decor Finds: Cozy Fall Shop 2025
Every year we curate a Cozy Fall Shop with lots of cute and cozy finds for the home!
5 Simple Touches That Make A Room Feel More Inviting (Wayfair Finds)
It’s the little things that turn a house into a home. Adding a few simple touches can bring warmth and create a cozy, inviting space you’ll love spending time in. Whether you’re refreshing a room or just looking for easy ways to add comfort, these five ideas are simple ways to make any room feel instantly welcoming!
Toddler Boy Bedroom at the Lake House (Forrest’s New Room)
Hi friends! Courtney (Melissa’s daughter) here. I’m happy to be on the blog today...
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?
A 5 Minute Morning Habit for a Calmer, Happier Day
Every morning—usually right after the coffee is brewed and before the emails are checked—I make...
Our Coastal Cottage Living Room Makeover
Today I’m excited to share the newest additions and layers in our coastal cottage living room makeover!
The Four Year Decorating Evolution of Our Living Room
Come see this flashback journey through how (and why) our living room has evolved over the past four years!
Simple Joy of Puttering (+ Summer Kitchen)
One of my favorite things to do in every season is just putter around the house. Do you do this, too?
Simple Shopping Habits That Save Time and Money—and Make Life at Home Feel Easier!
As a HomeBody, I genuinely love being home. You, too? But as a busy business owner, I’ve...
