One of my favorite color combinations during the spring is purple and green. I love how it appears in nature via blossoming redbuds, lilacs, wisteria, butterfly bush, creeping …
Home & Garden
Creating a functional utility space
In an effort to simplify and clean my home, I have been collecting ideas for organizing a utility space. My favorite spaces use divided shelving, minimal supplies, unified …
Landscape plants on my wish list
About a year ago we moved into our current home. A lot of the landscaping was overgrown and inconsistent, and we spent most of the year cleaning up the property. As we …
Spring cleaning: how to simplify laundry
Laundry is a never-ending cycle that can create a lot of family stress. Having a streamlined process for getting it done can help. I use the following method and no longer …
Home design study: soft color palettes
To set the mood of any space, color plays a key role. Clear, bright colors can bring energy, while soft colors can evoke a sense of calm. Determining what tones you prefer can …
Decorating with foraged branches
As winter begins to fade and there are new signs of life, decorating with foraged branches is a simple way to bring nature home. Branches create a wild aesthetic, have …
Spring cleaning: creating a predictable weekly routine
In addition to going through closets and dusting baseboards, a great way to spring clean your home is to establish smarter routines. It’s easy for everyday life to become …
