When a friend heard we were heading to Atlanta, he encouraged us to take a side trip to Savannah while we were in the area. At first we thought we wouldn’t have time, but changes to our flights ended up giving us a few extra days to explore. Since we were traveling on points, the … Read more

This old-fashioned tuna bumstead (or bunstead) recipe is nostalgic comfort food — hot, cheesy tuna and egg salad sandwiches wrapped in foil and baked until melty. Grandma Jennie’s recipe, straight from her recipe box. Pulling warm, foil-wrapped bunstead tuna melts from the oven is an easy way to make lunchtime feel special. The combination of … Read more

Hanging artwork above a sofa can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn a simple, foolproof method to hang a gallery wall above a couch by creating a paper template—you’ll avoid misplaced nail holes and get a perfectly balanced arrangement every time. I’ll admit I usually hang things on the wall without much … Read more

Instantly update your room with bedroom door knobs for a fresh, modern look! While finishing a Master Bedroom refresh in our favorite modern boho style, one small detail arrived after the big reveal: the new door knobs. That tiny update made a surprisingly big difference—like jewelry for an outfit, hardware is the finishing touch that … Read more

Hand-Painted Signs — New Colors and Holiday Designs I’ve returned to my paints and brushes to refresh my Etsy shelves with a new collection of hand-painted signs. If you enjoy rustic, cheerful home accents, you’ll find several freshly finished pieces including classic Blue Bird signs and a new cinnamon color option that warms any space. … Read more

I don’t know what your office setup looks like, but over the years I’ve learned that placing a home office doesn’t have to follow a rulebook. Thinking creatively about where to work can yield functional and charming solutions—even in the most unexpected rooms. In the past I converted our dining room into an office, and … Read more

Boho meets farmhouse chic with simple, quick ideas for a cozy Fall table — perfect for seasonal gatherings. Pops of warm, cozy color are always appropriate for autumn. Combining cheerful hues with the relaxed, layered feel of boho decor, I’ve styled a Boho Dining Room and added Boho Art above the living room couch to … Read more

These soft toffee doodle cookies are a snickerdoodle-style treat filled with melty caramel or toffee bits, rolled in cinnamon sugar, and made from simple pantry ingredients. Toffee doodle cookies take the classic snickerdoodle and add pockets of gooey caramel or crunchy toffee. The dough is soft and cinnamon-scented, rolled in a cinnamon-sugar coating, and baked … Read more

This old-fashioned Chocolate Lush recipe is a beloved classic known by many names — Delicious Dessert, Four-Layer Delight, or Chocolate Pudding Dessert. No matter the name, it’s the same irresistible, crowd-pleasing layered treat: a buttery shortbread-style crust, a creamy sweetened cream cheese layer, and a smooth chocolate pudding topping. It’s simple to make, easy to … Read more

I don’t know what your weather has been like this past week, but it’s been exceptionally hot in our corner of the world. We experienced temperatures far above our usual cool coastal norms—days that felt hotter than any recorded on Vancouver Island. Multiple days in a row topped 100 degrees, which is truly unusual where … Read more