5 Priorities to Tackle Your Next Decorating Project

blue, white, and pink mood board for decorating a space with Raphael wallpaper

The first 5 priorities I address to tackle a decorating project that speed up the design process and make sourcing easier. I’m a planner, and I love the beginning of a design project because there is so much to sort out and strategize. It’s like putting together a puzzle. You know you’ve got to set…

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Using a Catalog to Shop Your Closet

Katherine in striped zip collar sweater and green wide leg pants - shop your closet for fall trends

A look at how I shopped my closet for the au courant fall styles! I haven’t written a fashion post in ages! AGES! Since being pregnant and having James, I’ve felt so uninterested in dressing up, which I think is pretty natural. You’ll remember I’ve been rocking this mom uniform on repeat. Unnnntttttiiiiillllllll…this catalog showed…

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How I Put Together a Room Color Scheme

A look at the 5 strategies I use to put together a room color scheme

5 strategies to create a room color scheme for a traditional collected interior! You know those rooms that look straight out of a furniture brand’s catalog? Every hue is perfectly matched. Every piece of wood furniture has the same stain. BORING! Those spaces do not look organic or collected. When you decorate slowly overtime, hunting…

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My Formula for a Pretty Autumn Table with Chintz

Autumn table decor with pretty floral chintz, plaid napkins, maple leaf china, and pumpkin floral centerpiece

It’s time to host a fall dinner for friends and family! Press the pretty linens; pull out your favorite seasonal china; and whip up a hearty meal with luscious wine. Set a pretty autumn table with these tips! As soon as I laid eyes on this charming autumnal hued vintage chintz from P. Kaufmann I…

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What You Should Buy at Estate Sales

What you should buy at estate sales - sign for estate sale

25 one of a kind treasures you should hunt at estate sales according to a Grandmillennial who resells and decorates! The other day I read this inane article on Martha Stewart “10 Things You Should Never Buy at an Estate Sale.” I’m not going to link it because it deserves no special attention. The list…

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Along the Forest Floor – An Autumn Mantel Whimsy

A magical autumn mantel arrangement with velvet mushrooms, Rose Medallion, fall leaves, bittersweet, and whimsical elves

Decorating the mantel for autumn with whimsical mushrooms, lush florals, bittersweet, Rose Medallion, and one playful elf! Don’t miss my tips for temple jar floral arrangements below. I did not intend to do much on this mantel for autumn and then an unplanned stop in HomeGoods led me to these whimsical velvet mushrooms and one…

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2024 Christmas Garland Kits

Gingerbread Forest Christmas garland kit mock-up

A festive statement Piece that will last years to come! Jolly Blossoms Garland Kit Want to take the guesswork out of your mantel decor this holiday season? Order one of my Christmas Garland Kits and bring festive magic to your home! I’ve dreamed up two classic holiday styles this year that I can’t wait to…

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Tips for Designing a Nursery

Tips for designing a nursery. Nursery rocker in green boy's nursery with woodland themed wallpaper and decor

How to design a nursery: 10 Tips to create a nursery that is both pretty and practical! Living and using our nursery in various iterations over the past 8 months, I’ve learned a few keys to creating a functional baby’s room that still feels whimsical and attractive. A nursery doesn’t need to be sterile and…

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Our Green Woodland Nursery Reveal

A view into our baby boy's green woodland nursery

Transforming an outdated bedroom into a peaceful green woodland nursery with cozy vintage vibes perfect for our baby boy James. Whimsical – Handsome – Traditional 9 months in the making…………..no not baby James — our nursery! LOL I’m all for slow thoughtful design, but I’ll admit this nursery renovation and decoration dragged. In the end…

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In My Mom Uniform Era

In my mom uniform era: Target All in Motion pants and LandsEnd tunic top

What to wear, eat, join, and buy postpartum for a thriving 4th trimester! Having a baby is hard work, but I bet you knew that! Everyone does, but the reality of it doesn’t really hit until several weeks after you’ve given birth. The overwhelming elation and joy of his arrival has quieted and the visits…

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