How to Use Regular Curtains as a Shower Curtain
If you’re looking to give your bathroom an instant and dramatic update, using regular curtains as a shower curtain is an easy, high-impact way to bring style and beauty to your space. I’m so thankful for our beautiful freestanding tub that we added when we renovated our ensuite bathroom about ten years ago. It feels […]
How to Propagate Ivy Plants
Houseplants bring so much life and color to your home, and ivies are among the easiest to grow. Here’s how to propagate ivy plants to make more beautiful houseplants for free. I’ve really been loving the whimsy and charm that ivy plants bring to my home over the past couple of years. These old-fashioned vines […]
It’s Time to Normalize Real-Life Home Updates
In a world where we’ve tried to make everything Instagram-worthy, maybe what we really need is less perfection and more reality. It’s time to normalize real-life home updates. I always say I love a tiny home project, and what I mean by that is those little updates that you do during the normal course of […]
Affordable Wall Art
I like my walls beautifully filled, and I like them to leave me with money left over to enjoy the rest of my home as well. Here are some of the best affordable wall art finds. If you love the look of authentic vintage and antique paintings, welcome to the club. There’s something so […]
Almond Flour Mug Cake With Chocolate Chips
This almond flour mug cake is such a quick and easy way to make a decadent little treat for one. Made with almond flour and raw honey, this is a gluten-free, low-refined-sugar option you can feel good about. If you fancy a little sweet treat, but don’t need a whole cake, this quick and easy […]
Five Things on a Friday – 1/23/26
Happy Friday, friends! We made it through the week that is traditionally known as the most depressing week of the year, and honestly, I think it’s been a doozy for all of us. I think that calls for a quiet weekend of rest and maybe a little treat or two, too. Please enjoy this photo […]
Thrifting for Home Decor: 10 Finds to Never Leave Behind
Thrifting for home decor allows you to have a unique, character-filled home easily and affordably. Here’s my list of favorite thrift store home decor finds that you should never pass up. You really can find just about anything while thrifting at your local thrift store if you pop in often enough. We often joke that […]
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad With Pecans
This roasted butternut squash salad is my new favorite winter salad recipe. The easiest way to get your greens in when it’s cold outside and you just want to eat cozy food all day long. I don’t do well with the cold, and when the chilly winter months arrive, I find myself wanting to hide […]
My Favorite January Amazon Finds
Let’s take a peek at what’s in my cart! Here are some of my favorite recent Amazon finds this month for home and life. The Amazon algorithm has been algorythiming for me this month, and it seems to be serving up more and more incredible finds that are so on the mark. I was recently […]
Five Things on a Friday – 1/9/26
Happy Friday and Happy New Year, friends! We woke up to sunshine on New Year’s Day and I ran out to get this picture. I felt like it was a good sign. 🙂 Grab a cozy beverage, and let me catch you up on everything that’s been going on around here! Christmas was a bit […]
Most Life-Like Faux Olive Trees for Home Decor
Faux olive trees can help bring texture, style, and life to a space that’s feeling a bit dull. Today, I’ll share my favorite options that are the most realistic, life-like, and beautiful home decor trees I’ve come across. I recently added a faux olive tree to an empty wall in my bedroom and I just […]
Winter-Spiced Quince Thumbprint Cookies
These spiced quince thumbprint cookies are the perfect winter treat and something a little bit different than what you might normally make. I made these cookies with my kids a few weeks ago and they came with a little lesson in lesser-known fruits. Neither of them had ever tried or heard of quince, and since […]
The Post-Christmas Home Playbook: 8 Steps to Cozy and Comfortable
If your post-Christmas home is feeling a little cold, bare, and unwelcoming, you’re not alone. Luckily, I have the solution with these 8 easy decorating steps to make your home feel cozy and comfortable for winter. One things we can all relate to is the mixed feelings that come with taking down the Christmas decor […]
My Favorite After Christmas Home Decor Sales to Shop
After Christmas home decor sales are a great time to pick up a little something for your home to make it feel beautiful and refreshed for the new year. We all know how empty and bare our homes can feel after the holidays when all the Christmas decor is down and put away. A room […]
Built-In Storage Ideas From Our 120-Year-Old Farmhouse
If your home is short on storage like ours was, these built-in storage ideas can provide a much-needed upgrade without taking up too much precious square footage. Storage space isn’t normally one of the most exciting aspects of home design, but it’s one that affects your enjoyment of a space, quality of life, and even […]
Best Traditional Interior Design Books for Styling and Gifting
Books are so essential for making a house feel like a home, and surrounding yourself with beautiful traditional interior design books makes your space feel complete while providing endless decorating inspiration of the best kind. Beautiful coffee table books are always a great gift idea, no matter who the recipient is. If your gift recipient […]
English Country Christmas Decor in Our Home
This year’s English country Christmas decor brings together elements of traditional farmhouse style with handmade touches to create a look that’s charming, lived-in, and welcoming. This year’s holiday decor definitely has a very English Country Christmas feel to it, despite the fact that we actually live in a 120-year-old farmhouse in Canada. I’ve been so […]
DIY Berry Pick Tree Topper
In today’s post, I’ll show you how to create your own berry pick tree topper using an assortment of collected picks and natural materials. It can be so hard to find just the right tree topper for your Christmas tree if you’re looking at pre-made, store-bought options. A lot of them can be a bit […]
Gift Guide – English Country House Style
English country style is a cozy, traditional way of decorating, and it’s rapidly growing in popularity right now. If you know someone who loves this style, here’s what they really want this Christmas. English country style is definitely having a moment right now, and has amassed quite a few new fans this year. This timeless, […]
Five Things on a Friday – 12/5/25
Happy Friday! I hope your holiday season is going well so far, and you’ve had the perfect mix of a few festive occasions along with lots of time to rest in between all the various preparations that go along with this time of year. I still have quite a bit to do, but I […]