DIY Beach Rock Mosaic Mirror: Step-by-Step Guide I’ve long admired a beautiful rock mosaic mirror on my friend Adele’s kitchen wall. When she told me, “I made that,” I was thrilled—and eager to try making one myself. Adele and her friend Jody kindly taught this project during a recent mother-daughter weekend at the camp, and … Read more

This baked Chicken Rice Pilaf is a quick, easy casserole that’s perfect for weeknights, meal prep, and freezer-friendly cooking. It layers uncooked rice with a creamy soup base and chicken breasts, then bakes until the rice is tender and the chicken is juicy. Assemble it in minutes, portion it for two, or prepare multiple pans … Read more

Episode 16: Show notes Today’s episode is short and sweet—just seven minutes. It shares the story behind a very special camera that shot the photos for our latest Fall home decor tour. Listen to Episode: If you’d like to hear the episode, you can stream it on your preferred podcast platform below or search for … Read more

Horse chestnuts are a natural spider deterrent and double as seasonal decor. I’m not the type to shriek and leap onto a chair when I see a spider, though I do find them an annoyance — especially when they start appearing inside the house in late summer and early fall. A few years ago a … Read more

Creative Painted Centerpieces and Upcycled Decor Have you ever had one of those weeks where your plans and to-do list were completely rearranged? That’s been my week—I meant to finish a stack of painting projects, but life had other ideas. I haven’t even had time to open the closet where I keep my brushes, yet … Read more

Turn an ordinary chocolate brownie-mix cookie into an adorable Rudolph cookie using mini pretzels, chocolate chips, and red M&Ms. These cheerful reindeer treats are an easy, festive snack that’s perfect for holiday parties and baking with kids. I didn’t plan these reindeer cookies ahead of time – they were a happy accident. I pulled a … Read more

I’m busy preparing for tomorrow’s craft fair and, at the same time, I’ve been developing a fresh holiday project I’m excited to share. I genuinely love making handmade Christmas gifts, decor, and treats, and over the years I’ve posted lots of creative ideas that can inspire a season of DIY holiday projects. Below are examples … Read more

Refresh your decor for the season with large-format vintage wall art prints. These affordable downloads are perfect for Christmas and winter and bring a cozy, timeless warmth to any room. How to Decorate with Vintage Wall Art Prints for a Festive Winter Home A few years ago I discovered the joy of printing high-quality reproductions … Read more

Guest Room Transformations at Camp Homewood This week I’m blogging over at our camp’s blog about a project that’s close to my heart: four beautiful guest room renovations at Camp Homewood. These transformations were possible because generous donors “adopted” the rooms and funded complete makeovers. The results are inspiring, thoughtful, and designed to welcome guests … Read more

Quick Update: Joining a Fashion Course and Loving It I’m up at the camp kitchen today, cooking for a group of hungry men, but I wanted to stop in and share a short, cheerful update about something I’m enjoying right now. This week I decided to sign up for an online fashion course called “Put … Read more