Add Farmhouse Style to Your Home
Look in any home decor store and on Pinterest and it’s no secret that farmhouse style is all the rage. I mean, who doesn’t love a little Joanna Gaines in their home? If you’re ready to dive into this style in your home here are three ways to get you there. Add farmhouse accessories. This …
Living with Color
Farmhouse style has been all the rage lately. Its signature colors are beige, white, and other light neutrals. But what if you prefer something more colorful? Injecting color into the rooms of your home changes not only the look of the room, but can even change your mood! Here’s how to add color to …
Simple and Safe DIY Essential Oil Candles
There is something just so eternally soothing about the flicker of candlelight. For centuries, we’ve lingered in its glow. And more recently, scents have been added to create an even more sensual experience. Ahhh… there’s not much better than basking indoors amidst a wistful whirl of crisp evergreen or the nostalgic autumn aura of pumpkin …
The Modern Man Cave: No longer Just for Men
Recently as my husband and I were moving into our new home, I was reminded of a post I wrote last summer about “man cave manners.” But first, let me rewind. Matt designed our new house himself, a tedious task that was an absolute dream of his but not for the faint of heart. …
Tips for Simple Spring Flower Arranging
With spring in full swing, I love the idea of bringing fresh flowers into the home. But if you’re on Pinterest or Instagram, all those lovely floral arrangements can be intimidating. I’ve learned that it’s best to keep it simple and inexpensive, so here are some ideas for you to do the same. Use the …
Five Ways to Add Personality to Bath Décor
Our master bathroom is beige, beige, and more beige. When we moved in, it had no personality at all – not exactly something that would wake you up first thing in the morning! But by adding some color and some funky accessories, I turned our boring bathroom into something a bit more fun. Here are …
4 Affordable Ways to Add Color to Neutral Decor
With Spring around the corner, it’s the perfect time to reassess your home’s neutral color palette. While neutrals project a feeling of clean simplicity, when the temperatures rise and the days are longer it’s fun to brighten things up a bit. And adding color doesn’t have to break the bank! Today I’m sharing four easy …
Statement Lighting for Every Room
I think when we talk about “statement lighting” we automatically think dining room chandelier. But today’s lighting designers have made it easy to envision statement lighting in every room of your home by varying shapes, sizes and finishes. A statement lighting piece can be the crowning jewel on the simplest decor. And if you haven’t …
Laundry Room Inspiration
I love it when a research project coincides with a project I’m longing to tackle in my own home. I do a “Home Goals” list on my blog each year, and for the last three years my laundry room has been on that list. However, it always gets shoved aside to address more pressing issues …
Quick Fix Projects with Big Impact
When we’re busy, home projects tend to take a back seat to other, more pressing obligations. What if you could quickly complete some fixer upper projects around your home that would make a big difference? Here are five quick fixer-upper projects with big impact. (1) Redo an old chair It’s easy to refurbish dining chairs to …