How We Chose the Perfect Jute Rug for Our Large Bedroom Short version: we bought a bedroom rug. The longer version: we spent more time thinking about rug size, material, and purchase options than you might expect, but it was worth it. Our new bedroom is large and needed something to ground the scale—something that … Read more

Maybe this old header screenshot will give you a hint about what we tackled in this outdoor update—one of many small projects we chip away at so we don’t get overwhelmed, sore, or blow the budget. That camellia tree we first mentioned back in March is the culprit. It’s a lovely plant, but it was … Read more

We’re sharing how we transformed a $39 mirror from Marshall’s by painting it from glossy black to a softer, nursery-friendly deep asparagus green. The update made the piece less formal and more playful—perfect for the room we’re creating. The process was straightforward, though those curvy cutouts around the frame took more time than a simple, … Read more

My goal was simple: board a plane with just a duffel and a purse for seven days across two regions of France, plus a stop in Germany. Standing at the airport after John dropped me off, I had exactly that—just a purse and this duffel—and plenty of space to spare. sneakers | jeans | black … Read more

When we last updated you about the kitchen floors, they already looked close to finished. But on closer inspection there were still a few final touches needed: shoe molding to cover the intentional expansion gaps around the room, and several coats of sealant to protect the seams and add durability. Installing shoe molding is a … Read more

We wrapped up a few projects today and stopped by a long-awaited house visit that was worth the wait. Meet Nicole and her cheerful son, August. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Nicole is the creative mind behind Making It Lovely. We’ve enjoyed following her work for years, and when she invited us to … Read more

We promised more photos of our two guest bedrooms after installing new crown molding, so here they are. The second bedroom now features crisp, three-inch white crown molding that instantly elevates the space and gives it a cleaner, more finished look. Photographing the room in natural light highlights the subtle shadow lines the molding creates, … Read more

Second Guest Bedroom: Ready for Guests We finished preparing our second guest bedroom just in time for arriving family, and the room finally feels like a warm, welcoming space. What began as a simple update—a new daybed and a reading corner—evolved into a room with personality and comfort, thanks to a handful of thoughtful accessories. … Read more

Upcycled Botanicals: Easy Mod Podge Projects for Ceramics and Plates Not long ago we visited Katie at Bower Power and surprised her with a small gift from our shop. In the sweetest exchange, she sent us home with several pages torn from an old Hooker book full of botanical and fruit illustrations she’d discovered at … Read more

Bathroom Makeover: From Builder Basic to Spa-Like Retreat When Brianne sent us before-and-after photos of her bathroom renovation, we were thrilled to share the transformation. What began as a plain, builder-grade bathroom with linoleum floors, brass fixtures, and no storage turned into a warm, functional, and spa-inspired space. Below is Brianne’s own description of the … Read more