Decorating Archives

How to Decorate Using Odd Numbers: Design Basics

Did you know that one of the most basic rules of decorating is that you should decorate using odd numbers? Whether it’s a small vignette or a large wall grouping, odd numbers are more pleasing to the eye.

I’ve had conversations with many of you over the last year and one of the things you’ve asked me to talk more about are design basics. From the right rug size, to how to place furniture, to basic design rules, these are things that so many of you struggle with. And I get it! I also struggled for years with a lot of the same issues. read more

50+ Fabulous French Farmhouse Finds at Wayfair

Looking for French-inspired furniture and decor and coming up empty handed? We’re sharing tons of fabulous French farmhouse finds at Wayfair!

Over the last few years, the question I get the absolute most from all of you is where to find French farmhouse furniture and decor. I’ve spent hours searching on the internet, and have shared some great finds from Walmart and Target, as well as Amazon. And today, I’m sharing over 50 fabulous finds from Wayfair! read more

20 Essential Decorating Measurements – Design Basics

Wondering how high to hang your chandelier? Or what size rug to buy? Make sure you get it right the first time with these 20 essential decorating measurements!

Decorating is a creative pursuit, but many people don’t realize there are mathematics involved if you want to get it right. Even the most beautiful room will look ‘off’ if art is hung too high or the rug is too small for the room. Many times the professionally designed rooms look better not because they have more expensive furniture or accessories, but because they have proportion and measurements down to a science. read more

7 Things to Do to Make Your Kitchen & Bathrooms Look More Beautiful

These seven small changes make a surprising difference and will help make your kitchen and bathrooms look more beautiful – today!

A couple of years ago I had one of those epiphanies about my house. You know, the ones that you never thought of before and you can’t believe you didn’t think of earlier? read more

15 Gorgeous Laundry Room & Mudroom Ideas

Looking for ways to make your utilitarian spaces beautiful? Today we’re sharing 15 gorgeous laundry room and mudroom ideas that will inspire!

I haven’t shared any kind of inspiration post with you all in awhile, so today I thought I would! And for me, almost nothing inspires me more than those utilitarian spaces – the laundry room and the mud room. Not only are they some of the hardest working spaces in a home, but these days, they can be so beautiful! read more

Home Design Trends for 2023: What’s Hot & What’s Not

Want to know what’s hot in the world of design? Today we’re sharing what we think will be the biggest home design trends for 2023!

Every year I anxiously wait to hear what design trends are predicted for the coming year. Not because I’m such a huge trend follower (I’m definitely not), but I love design and it’s exciting to see what’s new and what people are gravitating to. And this year is a good one! read more