Colored Jeans: My New Raspberry Jeans and Simple Styling Tips Good morning, Pretties! I’ve missed you. Life has been a bit hectic lately, and I haven’t had as much time to write as I’d like. I wanted to send a short update before I head up to the camp kitchen, so here’s a quick, cheerful … Read more

Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year—and it’s coming soon. Last year I created a full series called “Homemade Christmas – Decor, Crafts, & Recipes for the Holiday Home”. This year I’ve teamed up with more than 50 bloggers to share a wealth of holiday inspiration, from DIY decor and handmade gifts … Read more

I’m typing this as Amtrak train number 7 clickety-clacks westward through Montana. The prairie stretches past the window in bands of gold and tan: harvested fields, weathered fence posts, grain elevators rising against the sky, grazing cows and wide, open land. Watching that steady parade of landscape, I find myself thinking about the meaning of … Read more

Create a warm, hygge-inspired home for the holidays with these simple and cozy Scandinavian Christmas decor ideas. Have you heard of the Danish concept “hygge”? (Pronounced “hoo-guh”) Hygge has grown popular in recent years as a lifestyle and design approach that emphasizes comfort, simplicity, and mindful enjoyment of small pleasures. If you’re wondering how hygge … Read more

Wondering how to deseed a tomato without the mess? Here’s the simple two-minute method I use — no special tools needed, just a knife and a bowl. After many years of cooking I still discover simple tricks that make food prep easier and cleaner. Recently, while working on a food photoshoot, a recipe called for … Read more

Follow this step-by-step guide to build simple DIY floating bedside tables. They free up floor space in a small bedroom while adding a practical, streamlined, and stylish solution. One of our main goals during our Modern Farmhouse Boho bedroom makeover was to solve the end table problem in a small room. We wanted something clean, … Read more

Invite the whole family into the kitchen this season with cherished Christmas cookie traditions that bring everyone together. Below I share our most-loved recipes—passed down through generations—that turn baking into a festive ritual. These treats create lasting memories, whether you’re packaging them as gifts or enjoying them fresh from the oven. Why Keep Christmas Cookie … Read more

Looking for ways to refresh your home for the season? Use these spring decor ideas to bring light, color, and renewed energy to every room. Last week I joined a group of Canadian bloggers for the Canadian Bloggers Spring Home Tour. Throughout the week I took a virtual walk through 24 different homes and came … Read more

Looking for a fun twist on classic banana bread that’s easy to snack on or tuck into lunchboxes? These two-bite banana bread cookies deliver a soft, moist bite with just a few chocolate chips for a sweet finish. They’re quick to make, a great way to use up very ripe bananas, and work especially well … Read more

This simple idea for setting a Spring table is quick, easy, and a lot of fun—especially when you try a few creative napkin folds to complete the look. Simple Steps for How to Set a Table with Easy Napkin Folding 1. Add a pretty table runner in a Spring color over a white tablecloth. Start … Read more