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Hello Decor Friends… Your front porch is more than just the entrance to your home—it’s the first “hello” guests receive before they ever step inside. It sets the tone, creates curb appeal, and gives your home personality. The good news, you don’t need a major renovation or a huge budget to create a porch that feels welcoming and beautifully styled. Whether you have a sprawling wraparound porch or a small front stoop, here are five easy steps to create a space you’ll love comi

Hello Decor Friends, Have you ever noticed that beautifully styled coffee tables seem effortless. The secret is that designers follow a simple formula that creates balance, interest, and personality without making a table feel cluttered. Today, I’m sharing four easy steps to help you style your coffee table like a designer. 1. Start with a Base Layer Every great coffee table arrangement begins with an anchor piece. This is usually a decorative tray, a stack of books, or a lar

Hello Decor Friends, If you've spent any time with me, you know I love finding beautiful pieces that are both practical and pretty. One decorating item that checks both boxes every single time is the humble basket. Whether woven from seagrass, rattan, water hyacinth, or wicker, baskets bring texture, warmth, and personality into a home while helping keep everyday clutter under control. The best part, baskets work with almost every decorating style—from farmhouse and tradition

Hello Decor Friends, Let’s talk about one of my favorite ways to give your home an instant personality boost—the front door! Your front door is the first thing guests notice when they arrive and one of the last things they see when they leave. Think of it as the handshake of your home. It sets the tone, creates curb appeal, and gives visitors a little glimpse into the style waiting inside. The good news, choosing the perfect front door color doesn't have to feel overwhelming.

Hello Decor Friends, If you’ve been itching to freshen up your home but don’t want to spend a fortune (or break out complicated power tools), this one is for you! Sometimes the smallest weekend projects can make the biggest impact in a home. A few thoughtful changes can add personality, warmth, and that little extra “designer touch” we all love. Today I’m sharing 3 wallet-friendly weekend warrior decorating ideas that are simple, approachable, and full of style. Best part, no

Hello Decor Friends, There are some stores that feel a little bit like a treasure hunt every single time you walk through the doors, and for me, HomeGoods and Homesense are exactly that. I can walk in for one basket and somehow leave inspired with a completely new idea for a room refresh! The beauty of these stores is that their inventory changes constantly, which means if you spot something special, you almost have to grab it before it disappears forever. While everyone shop

Hello Decor Friends, Bathrooms are one of those spaces in our homes that work hard every single day. We start our mornings there, end our evenings there, and somehow they still tend to get pushed to the bottom of the decorating priority list. But here’s the good news… you do not need a full renovation budget to make a bathroom feel fresh, updated, and more custom. If I had just $250 to spend updating a bathroom, here’s exactly where I would focus my money to get the biggest v

Hello Decor Friends, Have you ever walked into one of your rooms and thought, “Why does this space no longer feel like me?” Sometimes a room does not necessarily need a full renovation or all new furniture. Often, it simply needs fresh inspiration and a few thoughtful changes to make it feel alive again. Today, let’s talk about how to find inspiration for a room refresh and the surprising places great design ideas often begin. The trick is learning where to look for it. One o

Hello Decor Friends, If your kitchen feels like it’s almost there—but something feels a little scattered or unfinished—chances are it’s not about buying more things. It’s about how you’re placing what you already have. Today, we’re talking about two simple design tricks that make a big impact: anchoring and elevating. These are the quiet heroes of a beautifully styled kitchen. Once you see them, you’ll start noticing them everywhere. Let’s get into it. What Does “Anchoring” M

Hello Decor Friends, Have you heard the buzz about the bantry? If not, you’re about to—because this clever little hybrid is quickly becoming one of my favorite design trends to talk about (and to sneak into client homes whenever I can). So, what exactly is a bantry? Think of it as the perfect marriage between a bar and a pantry—hence the name. It’s a dedicated space in your home that blends the function of food storage with the fun of entertaining. Picture this: shelves style

Hello Decor Friends, Let’s have a little heart-to-heart today. As a designer, I love a beautiful space just as much as you do—but I also love a smart investment. Not everything that looks good is worth your hard-earned dollars, and sometimes the “extras” just don’t deliver the payoff we hope for. So today, I’m sharing 10 things that, in my experience, are often not worth the cost (and what I’d do instead). 1. Matching Furniture Sets I know they’re easy—but they can make a sp

Hello Decor Friends, Styling pillows on a bed is one of those simple touches that instantly makes a room feel polished and inviting—and the best part is, there’s no one “right” way to do it. Think of your pillows as layers: start with your sleeping pillows at the back, then build forward with shams, and finish with a few decorative pillows that bring in color, pattern, or texture. You can keep it tailored and symmetrical for a more classic feel, or mix sizes and shapes for so

Hello Decor Friends— Let’s set the scene… Easter is on the horizon, and whether you’re hosting brunch, dinner, or something in between, your table is about to take center stage. But here’s the thing, pretty is expected. Memorable? That’s where the magic happens. Today, we’re taking your Easter table up a notch with five easy, wallet-friendly ideas… each with a little unexpected twist that makes your guests pause and say, “Wait, I love that.” And yes, still all doable in under

Hello Decor Friends, So many of my design consultations begin the same way—homeowners tell me their room just doesn’t feel complete… like something is a little off, but they can’t quite pinpoint what it is. If you’ve ever felt that way, you are absolutely not alone. Today, I’m going to walk you through the exact details I look at when I first enter a room. Consider this your designer’s guide to figuring out what might need a little shift to make your space feel finished and p

Hello Decor Friends, If there’s one topic that’s quietly (and confidently) taking over the home styling world right now, it’s this: creating spaces that feel personal, layered, and truly lived in. Gone are the days of overly styled, perfectly matched rooms that look beautiful but feel untouchable. Today’s top trend is all about authenticity, homes that tell your story, not a showroom’s. At the heart of this shift is what many are calling a “collected” look. Think of it as a s

Hello Decor Friends, Styling built-in bookcases can sometimes feel a little overwhelming, but it really doesn’t have to be complicated. With a few thoughtful choices, your shelves can feel warm, layered, and beautifully connected to the rest of your home. Here are some simple step-by-step tips to style the shelves of your dreams. 1. Start with the Books Books are always the best place to begin. They give your shelves structure and help everything feel grounded. Mix vertical

Hello Decor Friends, As the days grow a little longer and the chill of winter begins to soften, many of us feel the natural urge to refresh our homes. While spring cleaning often focuses on the inside, the exterior of your home deserves just as much attention. After months of winter weather, a thoughtful exterior refresh can dramatically improve your home’s curb appeal and create a welcoming first impression. The good news? You don’t need a full landscape overhaul to make you

Hello Decor Friends, If you’ve ever walked into a room and thought, This feels flat, chances are it wasn’t missing furniture — it was missing texture. Texture is the quiet hero of a well-designed space. It’s what makes a room feel layered instead of one-dimensional, curated instead of thrown together, and comfortable instead of cold. Even a neutral color palette can feel rich and inviting when you vary the finishes, materials, and fabrics within it. Let’s talk about five ea

Hello Decor Friends, Let’s talk about one of the most overlooked design elements in a family room… lighting. Not the “flip a switch and hope for the best” kind. I mean intentional, layered, mood-setting lighting that makes your space feel warm, welcoming, and pulled together. If you’ve ever walked into a room and thought, “Why does this feel flat?” , chances are, it’s not your sofa. It’s your lighting. Why Layering Light Matters Layered lighting simply means using more than o

Hello decor friends, We talk a lot about what to do inside our homes but today, we’re stepping outside. You may still have snow on the ground but it’s not too soon to begin thinking about your home’s exterior. It is the first impression, and just like inside, a few common missteps can quietly sabotage all that curb appeal potential. Let’s chat about the top three mistakes I see homeowners make on their home’s exterior and how to avoid them. 1. Playing It Too Safe (or Too Tre