Easter Basket Ideas + Spring Gift Guides

We put together some adorable Easter basket ideas for Easter or any spring gift giving! You can mix and match these sweet options to create the CUTEST...

26-03-2023 19:12

How to Decorate Your Home for Spring (24 Simple Ideas)

Want inspiration for how to decorate your home for spring" Today?s post has lots of ideas to make your home oh-so-springy with staple spring acce...

21-03-2023 19:14

Come Along for a Stroll Through Target! Target Spring Decor

Come along for a little stroll through Target today...It\'s so fun to see such cute spring decor. I love looking to see what\'s new, what I could add ...

17-03-2023 19:16

Inspired By: Eclectic Coastal Style (+ Serena & Lily Sale)

Get inspired by these eclectic coastal inspiration rooms, and see my favorite Serena & Lily sale finds!...

16-03-2023 19:14

Our Pretty Spring Dishes and Easter Table Accessories + 6 Ta

I have always loved having pretty dishes and table settings, especially in SPRING! Today I wanted to give you a sneak peek at our beautiful new spring...

16-03-2023 19:14

5 Inviting Outdoor Spaces: Sunday Strolls & Scrolls

I am so looking forward to spending more time outside as the weather gets a bit warmer here in Washington. These 5 lovely outdoor spaces are inspiring...

16-03-2023 19:14

Pretty Spring Kitchen Accessories

Now that my kitchen remodel planning is behind me and the space is coming together, I finally have time to think about which accessories I want in it!...

10-03-2023 19:17

Bistro Table and Chairs: 6 Mood Boards with Simple Swaps (Wa

6 outdoor mood boards swapping out just a few elements to create different looks! Which one is your favorite"...

10-03-2023 19:17

Kylee?s Home Office Guest Room Makeover

Take a tour of Kylee\'s cozy and collected guest room and home office (and find sources to get the look!)....

08-03-2023 19:16

Kitchen and Dining Room Renovation Update! Projects Have Beg

I\'m here with a renovation update! The projects have begun on our kitchen and dining room (and the addition, too, which I\'ll share more about in a s...

07-03-2023 19:17

5 Beautiful + Charming Bathrooms: Sunday Strolls + Scrolls

We found some beautiful and extra charming bathrooms to share today! It\'ll be awhile before I can start working on our bathrooms (since we\'re in ove...

06-03-2023 19:17

Charming Kitchen Faucets (4 We?ve Had and Many More!)

I love charming kitchen faucets, especially the vintage look of gooseneck and bridge styles. Today I wanted to show you other faucets we\'ve had in th...

04-03-2023 19:16

Collections that Add Soul to a Home: Sunday Strolls + Scroll

Do you have any collections in your home" Collections are one of my favorite ways to add soul to a home. Today you\'ll find some lovely inspirati...

27-02-2023 19:13

5 Reasons Your Home May Not Feel Like A Sanctuary

Do you ever feel like your house doesn\'t look or feel the way you want it to" Deep down, beyond a desire to improve what our homes LOOK like, I ...

26-02-2023 19:13

Kitchen Inspiration: The Ultimate 31 Post Round Up of Timele

Oak Hill Architects Do you enjoy looking at timeless kitchen ideas as much as I do" Maybe you’re dreaming of a kitchen remodel! Or looking ...

23-02-2023 19:16

Creating A Soul Refreshing and Life Giving Home (You?re Invi

Today our brand new community, HomeBody Gathering Place, is open for registration! We are so excited to begin this journey of creating a sanctuary tog...

21-02-2023 19:15

My Home Decor + Furniture on Sale (Favorite Presidents? Day

Hi friends! I wanted to pop in and share a few home decor sales that might be of interest to you if you?re doing any shopping this holiday weekend! I?...

20-02-2023 19:15

10 Ways to Decorate with Green Accents: Sunday Strolls & Scr

10 ways to decorate with green accents. I\'m sharing inspiration photos for lovely rooms that incorporate green!...

20-02-2023 19:15

35 Bunny Accessories + Easter Decor

Spring is in the air! We\'re sharing 35 adorable bunny accessories you could use to decorate for spring or Easter or to begin family traditions!...

18-02-2023 19:13

Our New Kitchen Design Mood Board (and five questions that h

Our kitchen mood board + my thoughts that helped me to make decisions and brought me to the design we\'re about to see come to life!...

16-02-2023 19:14

Amazon Home Decor ? The Latest in My Amazon Shop

We’ve added a lot to our Amazon Home Decor Storefront and have been updating the category folders to make it easier to locate what you’re ...

13-02-2023 19:15

Charming Garden Potting Sheds: Sunday Strolls + Scrolls

Do you have a garden potting shed" We hope to add a little garden storage shed in our backyard at some point...these ones were so adorable I had ...

13-02-2023 19:15

Plate Racks (for Displaying Platters, Serving Boards, and Pl

Plate racks are a charming and functional addition to home. You can use one for storing and displaying platters, plates, wood boards, and serving piec...

06-02-2023 19:16

How to Decorate to Bring Happiness to Your Home

There is always so much noise online about "what is in and what is out" or "what is acceptable to do and not do" in home decor. It...

03-02-2023 19:14

Spring Mood Board: A Charming Layered Look

A spring mood board featuring a charming layered look with a soft color palette, textures and nature inspired elements!...

30-01-2023 19:15

Weathering Winter with Essential Oils (+ my Anthropologie In

Dark cold months and short days are depressing, especially when they don\'t seem to end. Even worse, it\'s hard if you tend to get sick in the winter!...

27-01-2023 19:19

Whimsical & Romantic Valentine?s Decor and Ideas from Terrai

Do you decorate for Valentines day" Today’s post will inspire you with creative ideas for decorating your home in this season, whether you ...

25-01-2023 19:18

Puttering: My Favorite Home Therapy Ritual

One of my favorite home therapy rituals is a little activity I call puttering. Today I\'m sharing why it is so beneficial to me and can be for you, to...

20-01-2023 19:18

Dreaming of Spring Gardens: Monday Mood Board

“If winter starts to feel dreary, it helps to remind ourselves that spring is on the way. Keep a pretty notebook where you can jot down all the ...

17-01-2023 19:17

Cozy Winter Fireplace Decorating: Sunday Strolls & Scrolls

@toni_marianna @amymaisondecor @thegroggyanchor @byemmadiaz @our1925home Fireplaces, candles, places to curl up on a cold winter’s eve …. ...

17-01-2023 19:17

Do you Suffer from Instagram Worthy-itis" (What It Mean

There are many reasons people feel discontent with their home. Perhaps you have Instagram Worthy-itis" Today I?m sharing an antidote....

14-01-2023 19:17

Adding Character in a Kitchen Remodel: The Tale of Our New R

Every time we move to another home with an opportunity to redo a kitchen, I find myself mostly wrestling over the same design question. How and where ...

12-01-2023 19:21

Charming Wood and White Kitchens: Sunday Strolls + Scrolls

@thegroggyanchor A mix of wood and white in a kitchen, with metal accents and a bit of color (or a shade of black) for contrast has always felt like a...

09-01-2023 19:14

An Organized Space of Your Own: Monday Mood Board

Do you have a place in your home that inspires you to work, create, or dream" Or perhaps a functional space to keep track of the household and fa...

09-01-2023 19:14

My New Kitchen Floor Plan + Parents? Addition and Exterior E

Our remodel should begin in the coming weeks! Sharing plans for our new kitchen and dining space, the addition, exterior elevations, and lots of detai...

05-01-2023 19:13

My Pleated Patterned Lampshades + Sources

Sources for above: Bird Wall Art // Pleated Floral Lamp Shade I mentioned in my previous Strolls and Scrolls post that we now have three pleated lamps...

03-01-2023 19:15

2022: A Year in Review

Looking back at 2022 and all the ways we\'ve made progress in our home, plus life memories and business behind the scenes!...

01-01-2023 19:14

Pleated Patterned Lampshades: Sunday Strolls and Scrolls

I love the classic english cottage look of pleated patterned lampshades. Today\'s Sunday Strolls and Scrolls features several pleated patterned lampsh...

01-01-2023 19:14

Monday Mood Board: A Snug

I think every home needs a snug, I hope this Monday Mood Board will inspire you to make one of your own!...

26-12-2022 19:13

5 Warm and Cozy Rooms: Sunday Strolls & Scrolls

Come be inspired by these five warm and cozy rooms in this week\'s edition of Sunday Strolls & Scrolls...

25-12-2022 19:12

Sunday Strolls and Scrolls: Charming Christmas Homes

We have a brand new inspired series to share with you! It’s been awhile since we’ve put one of these inspiration room series together, so ...

18-12-2022 19:14

Printable Christmas Gift Tags + Gift Wrap Inspiration

I love to use printable Christmas gift tags. They are such a simple and affordable way to add a little personal touch to your gifts, or even to add on...

17-12-2022 19:14

Last Minute Gift Ideas You Can Get in Time for Christmas

Last minute shopping" We?re here to help. Below are some great gifts you can still get in time for Christmas!...

15-12-2022 19:16

Getting Ready for Winter in The Snug

Do you have a room in your home that will be your cozy go-to space for winter" The Snug is without a doubt going to be my cozy winter spot! Shari...

15-12-2022 19:16

How to Make Christmas More Festive, Magical, and Memorable (

Want this season to feel joyful, festive and make more memories in your home as we enter these last couple of weeks before Christmas" Today IR...

12-12-2022 19:15

Courtney?s Wedding Planning Advice for a Beautiful Wedding o

Come see photos and details about my daughter Courtney\'s wedding, plus get planning advice for a beautiful wedding on a reasonable budget!...

07-12-2022 19:18

Collected Cottage Bedroom Mood Board

Today’s Monday Mood Board is inspired by my real life bedroom. It’s a work in progress, so I will call it my collected cottage bedroom moo...

06-12-2022 19:27

My Early Winter Cottage Bedroom (+ Printable Seasonal Artwor

A few of the very simple updates to my bedroom, as well as my own thoughts and reasons behind why I decorate the way I do!...

06-12-2022 19:27

Whimsical Winter Bed for Guests: Little Bits of Progress in

Come see our whimsical winter bed and how we fit a guest space into our "multi-purpose" room!...

01-12-2022 19:18

The Tradition of the Moravian Stars on our Porch (4 Reasons

I love to create a home by savoring traditions and beauty in every season. These stars will bring joy all winter long. Tips and sources are in the pos...

29-11-2022 19:13

20 Little Attitudes of Gratitude List

?Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more.? ?Melodie Beatty Back in 2008 I shared a list of our family...

24-11-2022 19:14

Little Bits of Progress (My Blue and White Checked Curtains

Checked Curtains // Acrylic and Brass Rod // Bird Art // Brass Frames // Battery Window Candle // Faux Potted Moss Decorating an entire room can be ex...

24-11-2022 19:14

DIY Tree and Garland Spray

Our family has always loved going out to get a real Christmas tree. But with our kids growing up and moving to different cities, we can’t always...

21-11-2022 19:13

My Favorite Black Friday Sales

There are some GREAT BLACK FRIDAY DEALS out there already! Some of my favorites from our Holiday Gift Guides are on sale too. If you?re doin...

21-11-2022 19:13

Coastal Cottage Winter Mood Board

This week’s Monday Mood Board might look familiar to you! We pulled together some of the elements we have in our living room (and similar ones!)...

21-11-2022 19:13

4 Simple Gatherings and What to Wear to Each (+ Gift Ideas)

Hosting gatherings don\'t have to be complicated, nor does deciding what to wear! In this post find four simple gatherings and what to wear to each....

18-11-2022 19:13

Conversation Starters for Holiday Gatherings

Hosting or attending a gathering" Try conversation starters to help ease the stress of what to talk about and make conversation fun!...

18-11-2022 19:13

Meaningful Christmas: Our Blue and White Nativity Set

Reading the Christmas story and setting up the nativity scene were always special parts of our family’s Christmas tradition from the time we had...

16-11-2022 19:15

3 Fashionable Looks for Winter and Holidays

We put together style boards to show you how to create three different fashionable looks with items from Walmart! So many cute ideas for you or gifts!...

11-11-2022 19:15

7 Simple Ways We Made our House Feel Like Home (in the first

Get inspired with ways to get settled in and decorate your home to make it your own! Here are 7 simple ways we made our house feel like home in the fi...

09-11-2022 19:16

Gift Guides 2022: Our Favorites + Ideas for Everyone!

Every year we keep our eyes open for the best of the best gift ideas for your home and the people you care about. It\'s always fun curating our favori...

08-11-2022 19:13

Thanksgiving in the Kitchen Mood Board

Mood board sources below Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year (or did you, if you are in Canada!)" Last year we had just moved in to our new ho...

07-11-2022 19:17

A cozy neutral bedroom mood board (with a layered mix of sub

A cozy neutral bedroom with layered textures, subtle patterns and warm colors that will keep you cozy and inspired all year round!...

31-10-2022 19:15

An Autumn Dining Room Mood Board

Get inspired for your home and this season with a cozy autumn dining room mood board! Sources linked below This is a dining room I’d want to spe...

24-10-2022 19:17

Our Christmas Decor Shop 2022 is HERE!

Our Christmas Decor Shop 2022 is here! We\'ve scoured the web to find the most charming Christmas decor and added them to our shop! Find the links in ...

20-10-2022 19:16

Amazon Prime Early Access Sale + Giveaway

My Amazon Prime Early Access Sale Favorites (click here!) Good news, friends! It’s the Amazon Prime Early Access Sale (October 11-12)! This is a...

11-10-2022 19:20

An Inviting Curl Up by the Fire Mood Board (get the mood wit

No fireplace" No problem! Get a warm and welcoming curl up by the fire mood with a faux fireplace mantel and cozy fall-inspired cottage decor ele...

10-10-2022 19:15

DIY Porch Wall Lantern with a Flickering Candle Bulb ? Witho

Do you ever wish you had a charming gas wall lantern for flickering candlelight on your front porch" ME TOO! Today I\'ll share a simple alternati...

08-10-2022 19:15

Battery Operated Window Candles: A Charming and Cozy Traditi

The best battery operated window candles (with unexpected features!) Window candles are a charming tradition with history! These battery operated wind...

07-10-2022 19:15

The Ultimate Decorative Pillows Roundup + 9 Pretty Pillow Pa

The ultimate decorative pillows round up and pretty pairings! We are here to inspire you with easy home decorating ideas and sources....

04-10-2022 19:13

How to Pick Decorative Pillows That Go Together (5 tips on s

One of my favorite decorating accessories for my home is PILLOWS! But how do you get decorative pillows that go together and make them all look pretty...

04-10-2022 19:13

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Latte Recipe and Pumpkin Ba

I\'m not the biggest fan of the famous PSLs (pumpkin spice lattes) you can buy at the well-known drive through. But I recently made a pumpkin spice oa...

25-09-2022 19:05

How to Create an Inviting Coffee Shop Experience at Home (th

Get a few helpful tips on how to make great coffee affordably, fall recipes you could try, and a few ideas for creating a coffee shop experience at ho...

25-09-2022 19:05

Our Cozy Fall Entry: 13 Simple Decorating Tips for a More We

Here\'s my welcoming fall entry! Small entry or no entry" No problem! I\'m sharing 13 cozy and practical tips to inspire your fall decorating, no...

20-09-2022 19:08

A Cozier Entry Mood Board

Entryways are such hardworking spaces. Perhaps you haven\'t really thought of your entry as a room that could (or should!) be cozier. But if this is t...

19-09-2022 19:05

No Linen Closet" No Worries! 3 Reasons These Shallow Un

Shallow underbed storage can be a game changer for organization in a small space. Learn my tips, how I use these slim storage bags and why I like them...

14-09-2022 19:05

How to Create an Autumn Mindset for Your Home (and why socia

To create the atmosphere we want to have in our home for this upcoming season, we need to nurture our autumn mindset....

08-09-2022 19:39

How to Create an Autumn Mindset for our Home (and why social

To create the atmosphere we want to have in our home for this upcoming season, we need to nurture our autumn mindset....

07-09-2022 19:38

10 Tufted Ottomans (Instead of Coffee Tables!)

Tufted ottomans can work really well in place of a coffee table! I love ours and have used it for years, so today I\'m sharing 10 tufted ottomans and ...

07-09-2022 19:38

How to Decorate Your Kitchen for Fall (17 Cozy Ideas!)

How to decorate your kitchen for fall with 17 cozy ideas (and decor elements you might already have!)...

03-09-2022 19:16

Favorite Home Decor Labor Day Weekend Sales 2022

Source for above – Serena & Lily Hi friends! If you?re shopping for your home over Labor Day weekend, here are some of my favorite home deco...

03-09-2022 19:16

The Perfect Small Lamp for a Bookshelf or Countertop

Looking for a small lamp that can fit on a bookshelf or tuck into a small corner" This mini glass lamp is a great solution (plus a dimmable color...

03-09-2022 19:16

Fall Mugs to Make Your Day Cozier

I have a thing for cute mugs. Do you, too" I found several adorable mugs online that are making me excited for all the fall experiences!...

30-08-2022 19:36

Why I Love Being Called a Homebody

The Inspired Room is more than just about how to decorate, it\'s about how we feel when we?re at home....

30-08-2022 19:36

How to Savor Morning Rituals to Have a Better Day

Establishing your own morning rituals will help you have a better day! Here are some of my own morning rituals and why they are so important for my se...

30-08-2022 19:36

Where to Find Coastal / Sailboat / Seascape Artwork: Favorit

Where do you find coastal artwork" Today I\'ll answer that FAQ! Along with the question, is it OK to collect sea art if you don\'t live at the be...

27-08-2022 19:36

How to Decorate a Fall Mantel (Using What You Have!)

My advice and tips for decorating a fall mantel (using what you already have + some touches of the season!)...

25-08-2022 19:34

Savoring the Last Sunsets of Summer from Our Porch!

When one season is coming to a close, I am very mindful to enjoy every last bit of it. Especially the things that won\'t be quite the same in the mont...

24-08-2022 19:32

How to Be Intentional in Planning for Fall + Holidays

A new season is right around the corner! Are you ready for it" Use my new Lovely Life Seasonal Planner to help you get organized and set your int...

24-08-2022 19:32

Affordable White Washable Slipcovers: Ikea Ektorp Chairs

Looking for affordable white washable slipcovers" If you have Ikea chairs or comparable styles, these might be just what you\'re looking for!...

19-08-2022 19:07

Reversible Blankets for Sofas, Chairs, Beds and More!

One of my favorite ways to transition a home for fall is by adding layers. I was on the hunt for stylish yet affordable lightweight reversible blanket...

18-08-2022 19:08

Fall Decorating: 7 Simple Tips to Slowly Transition Your Hom

Scroll down for mood board sources! In my last post “A Slower Rhythm Through the Seasons”, I kicked off our annual fall nesting series wit...

11-08-2022 19:09

A Slower Rhythm Through the Seasons

Years ago I discovered that practicing a slower rhythm through the seasons made life (and home) feel less frantic and frenzied! Long time readers of T...

10-08-2022 19:06

Our Railing Planter Boxes ? Curb Appeal

There are so many ways you can create or continue to enhance existing curb appeal. Window and railing planter boxes are one of my favorite additions t...

04-08-2022 19:30

Five Ways to Create a Home You?ll Love Living In

From the design elements to the feeling of a home to the memories you make in it, each decision as you create a home you’ll love can be so much ...

14-07-2022 19:08

Home Decor Amazon Storefront + The Inspired Room

It has always been our goal to help our readers create a home they love. And we LOVE to help you save time and/or money whenever possible! Today we ar...

11-07-2022 19:19

An Intentional Home (The Secret to Success!)

Life is often messy, busy and unpredictable. Creating an intentional home will help us make the most of even those less-than-perfect seasons. Do you e...

07-07-2022 19:08

Make a House Feel Like Home: Move-In Day vs. Now

It’s always fun to see how rooms evolve and change over time. Little by little, you can make a house feel like home! Kylee (my daughter) is here...

07-07-2022 19:08

Amazon Best Selling Home Decor + A Mood Board

Love the convenience of shopping at Amazon" Have you ever shopped at Amazon for decor" Today I\'m sharing my view on decorating, where to sh...

28-06-2022 19:09

S?mores Night: Simple Summer Gathering

Last week we had a “staycation” week with our family (celebrating Father’s day and my son’s birthday!). One evening we used ou...

28-06-2022 19:09