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 […]
How to Hang Garlands Over a Mirror
Garlands look beautiful just about anywhere in your home, and they add the perfect touch to entryway consoles, dining rooms, or hallways when hung over a mirror. Here’s how to hang garlands over a mirror. I’m a big fan of building a solid collection of basic, foundational Christmas decorations like simple garlands, wreaths, ribbons, and […]
Best Gifts for Bakers
If you have a baking enthusiast on your list this year, they’ll love any of these timeless staples that will last them a lifetime. Here are the best gifts for bakers. When it comes to baking gear, there is a significant distinction between high-quality tools and basic, throwaway pieces. Filling your kitchen with the best […]
Christmas in my Blue Kitchen
A colorful kitchen is so cozy at Christmastime, and I’ve been dying to add some greenery and bows to this space. Here’s what Christmas in my blue kitchen looks like this year. We painted our kitchen cabinets in Benjamin Moore’s “Mount St. Anne” this summer, and ever since, I’ve been dying to see what our […]
Foundational Christmas Decor Pieces to Make Your Space Feel Complete
If your Christmas decor feels a bit incomplete and something seems a bit off when you compare it to the beautiful spaces you see on Pinterest, it’s time to go back to basics with these foundational Christmas decor pieces. There’s a lot of noise from retailers when it comes to Christmas decor. It seems like […]
Ralph Lauren Christmas is the Trend That No One is Pulling Off
Ralph Lauren Christmas is a trend that seems to be everywhere this year, with influencers, bloggers, and home decor brands using these keywords to refer to just about anything. But does any of it really come close to the original source of the inspiration? Have you noticed that people are calling just about everything “Ralph […]
Five Things on a Friday – 11/14/25
Happy Friday! I’m so excited for this weekend because we have absolutely nowhere to be. OK, we have a little bit of soccer, as always, but other than that, the weekend is free, and I am going to get so. much. done. We have a ton of work to catch up on and I’m really […]
Sage and Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookies
These sage and apple butter thumbprint cookies are an unexpected, elevated take on a classic recipe. Add these to your fall and winter cookie trays to make them a little more interesting. I was gifted a little jar of apple butter in my welcome package when we stayed at Water’s Edge recently, and I was […]
Forever Inspired By Wicker and Woven Materials
Wicker and woven materials are such an important element in making a room design feel complete and cozy. While I use wicker pieces of all kinds year-round, they really are particularly charming at Christmastime paired with greenery and sparkling decorations. I was at a design client’s home the other day discussing some finishing touches that […]
Fall Getaway at Water’s Edge by Liberty
We were recently invited to spend a weekend at a nearby local vacation property on the shores of Lake Erie. Our stay at Water’s Edge by Liberty was nothing short of wonderful, with beautiful fall lake views and plenty of fun things to do together as a family. We had the most lovely little weekend […]
Five Things on a Friday – 10/31/25
Happy Friday! If you celebrate Halloween, I hope you have a spooky good time tonight trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or just enjoying a cozy Halloween movie. Jack will be out trick-or-treating with his friends in town, and it will be a mostly quiet night around here because, of course, we don’t get any trick or […]
The Most Incredible Pumpkin Custard: Easy and Elegant Holiday Dessert
This pumpkin custard is so flavorful, aromatic, and silky smooth, you won’t believe it only takes about five minutes to mix up. Truly one of the best-kept secrets in dessert, if you ask me. If you’re looking for a gluten-free alternative to pumpkin pie for this upcoming holiday season, you are going to be so […]
DIY Pleated Lampshade
This DIY pleated lampshade was so quick, easy, and fun to make! All you need is a basic lampshade, some fabric, and a little bit of hot glue. Although I’m not usually a very crafty person, I couldn’t resist testing my skills recently to see if I could come up with a way to make […]
How to Remove Bugs from Cut Hydrangeas
There’s an easy way to remove bugs from cut hydrangeas despite the fact that the delicate blooms have so many places for creepy critters to hide. Have you ever been excited to bring beautiful hydrangea blooms inside in the summer or fall months, only to discover that they’re full of all kinds of creepy, crawly […]
Easy DIY Hat Wall
If you’re looking to fill your walls with texture, personality, and charm, a DIY hat wall is such an easy and interesting option. It took me a long time to decide what I wanted to hang on the wall over the bed in the elevated peasant room. I just couldn’t find the perfect idea, until […]