Hi friends — I hope you’re having a wonderful week. I’m home for the next few days and planning to tackle kitchen organization as part of this week’s tidy-up challenge. Amy from The Fetching Farmhouse and I have already refreshed bedrooms, entryways, and bathrooms; you can find those highlights on my Instagram. I’m working on … Read more

Because I’ve been there, too, this article highlights six practical places to find help when you’re decorating a home on a budget and you feel stuck. A few months ago, I took an Enneagram personality test and discovered I identify with a “6” — slow to anger and, yes, quick to panic. Decision-making can be … Read more

Vegetarian wraps filled with grilled vegetables and hummus are fast to prepare, full of flavor, and surprisingly satisfying. You won’t miss the meat. If you haven’t cooked with eggplant much, these Grilled Veggie & Hummus Wraps are a great introduction. They’re simple, quick, and pack a lot of flavor — perfect for a weeknight dinner, … Read more

Not sure whether your taste is farmhouse, boho, or modern? Take this short home decor quiz to identify your personal style and decorate with clarity and confidence. For a long time I wrestled with defining my own “decor style.” Writing about homes made me feel like I should have the answer, but the more I … Read more

Rustic Blue Bird Wooden Sign Tutorial — DIY Rustic Wood Sign Working with reclaimed planks inspired me to create larger signs by joining multiple boards together. After trying a few approaches, I settled on a straightforward, reliable method that produces a sturdy, rustic-feeling wooden sign. This tutorial covers preparing and laminating the boards, reinforcing the … Read more

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Learn the quick and simple method for hiding a wall lamp cord using an easy, paintable wall cord cover. I had one small task left after finishing our Boho Master Bedroom project. Although the room had been completed for months, the visible lamp cords bothered me every time I walked in. The white cords from … Read more

Here in our little corner of the West Coast, the gray sky has settled in and the house is taking on a quieter, cozier mood. The wood stove chuckles throughout the day, leaves that turned brittle and bright now clutter the entryway, and the seasonal music is back in rotation. It’s the time of year … Read more

Why Deep Cleaning the Kitchen Feels So Good I love the part of the day when everything is put back in its place and surfaces are wiped clean and polished. It might sound odd, but the satisfaction of a tidy, gleaming space is one of the simple pleasures of working in a busy kitchen. Recently, … Read more

This peach crisp recipe combines sweet, juicy fresh peaches with a simple oat topping inspired by my mom’s classic. I use a time-saving shortcut—melted butter chilled briefly—to avoid cutting cold butter into the topping, so the whole dessert comes together quickly. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or cool and enjoy a true … Read more