Everything has its season. Including seasons. And for most of us, the shift from winter to spring is the most welcome turn, turn, turn of them all. No matter where you live, the thought of less inside and more outside is intoxicating. Less forced air, more fresh air! Less living room, more patio! Less tech, more deck! So it’s the perfect time for an annual assessment of your outdoor space. If your great outdoor space ain’t so great, I’ve got you covered. Here are 5 fun and easy ways to make your patio or deck the go-to spot for relaxation, entertainment, and pretending to have a green thumb.

It’s true with Oscar speeches. It’s true with rich desserts. It’s true with kisses from your dog. And…its true with the number of accessories you use to decorate your home. Less is more. While there may be certain exceptions, and certainly no one should dictate your personal preferences, most people find a space more pleasing with less extras. In short, if your room is starting to look like a museum exhibit or gift shop display, you need to face the hard truth and significantly reduce the number of accessories you’re displaying.

Wallpaper has had its moments. Then the moments pass. It’s a love it or hate it option that has endured the ups and downs of interior design over the decades and deserves consideration as a wall covering with the potential to become a beloved addition in your home. So how do you give this wall adorning alternative a fair assessment? Read on as I’ve done the research for you. Check out…

Choosing flooring is a bit like choosing a date or a mate. It all starts with attraction and comfort. Depending on the relationship you’re seeking, you may need something durable. And preferably you’ll find something low-maintenance. But every flooring option, and personal relationship, comes with quirks and baggage. So to help ground your decision-making, let's explore the pros and cons of three popular hard flooring surfaces.

You’ve been in a relationship with your home for quite a while. It’s comfortable and you love it. You really do. But there comes a time in every relationship, no matter how strong, when in a moment of honesty, you realize, “It’s become a little boring and predictable.” Worse yet, you may find yourself staring at your neighbors’ home interior a little too long and too often.”

This blog is all about rekindling that sense of romance with your home. It’s time to rediscover some sizzle and stop taking your living space for granted. So to shake up the sea of beige, the bland white walls, or that room that just feels flat, it’s time to take on an accent wall.

Let’s be honest: nobody wants to spend time in the laundry room. It’s that weird room where socks go to disappear and where mystery stains refuse to budge. It can be hot and cramped and far from inspirational. But since we have to be there or risk wearing the same stained, smelly clothes day after day, why not make it a space that’s enjoyable? 

Introducing a little fun into your laundry room can make the chore of washing, drying, and folding (or pretending to fold) a little less painful. Here’s why it’s worth the effort:

New year, new you, new... bathroom? If your New Year’s resolution involves tackling that long-overdue home improvement project, you’re in good company. The beginning of the year is the perfect time to plan upgrades, repairs, or renovations—because nothing says "fresh start" quite like a new coat of paint. If your home improvement list is a little more involved than a new paint color, this blog is for you. Check out the best practices below to avoid some common pitfalls of home improvement.

Tis the season for gift buying and if you have someone in your life who loves all things DIY and crafting, I’ve got some great gift ideas for you!  They are thoughtful, useful, and won’t completely empty your piggy bank.  I mean, what else could you ask for?  Okay, let’s get going!

We all want our homes to look amazing. And we all want our bigger home, planet earth, to be around as long as possible. The way to help achieve both of these goals is by relying on eco-friendly interior design. Today I’ll share five easy ways to go green inside your home with style and substance.

Painting a room seems easy. Grab a brush, slap on some color, and voilà, instant transformation! But if you’ve ever stood in front of a wall, paint roller in hand, wondering why your DIY dreams look more like a DIY disaster, you’re not alone. Let’s delve into three common painting mistakes most people make and how to avoid them.

Redesigning a room can be sooo much fun! You stroll into your favorite décor store with a plan to buy one thing. Maybe a new throw pillow or a rug. Suddenly, you’re at the checkout with a velvet ottoman, an abstract painting that "spoke to your soul," and a mosaic tile giraffe. You’re all smiles until you check your bank account and realize that maybe... just maybe... you should have started with a budget. 

Budgeting doesn’t have to suck the fun out of your design dreams! It can be the friend that helps your project come to life IF you follow the simple steps in this blog.

If you ask your favorite search engine, app or robot for the definition of interior design, you’ll get something like…the art and science of creating a functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing indoor space. Little art, little science. How hard can that be, right? The answer, if you ask most people, is “darn hard.” It can be tricky to make your interior look as good as those amazing Pinterest boards instead of an Ikea catalog that exploded everywhere!

Stay tuned as this blog walks you through common mistakes and how to prevent them. My goal is to help you avoid turning your home into a "what-were-they-thinking" zone.