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5 Christmas Decor Trends I'm Excited About

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5 Christmas Decor Trends I'm Excited About

As I've been decorating my own home for Christmas, I've been keeping an eye on some emerging Christmas decor trends. It's always exciting to see how trends evolve, especially during the holidays. Here are five trends that have caught my eye—perfect for adding a fresh touch to your holiday decor this year. 1. A Potted […]
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November 29, 2023
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What Size Rug Do I Need For My Bedroom? Living Room? Dining Room?

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What Size Rug Do I Need For My Bedroom? Living Room? Dining Room?

Whenever we post a room photo with a rug in it, the frequently asked question is, "What size rug is that?" I get it! It's helpful to have a frame of reference to get started, but the chances are pretty slim that the dimensions of a room in our house are going to be the […]
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November 20, 2023
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Winter Stems and Branches—A Few of My Favorite Things

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Winter Stems and Branches—A Few of My Favorite Things

As you deck your homes with Christmas decor, don't forget about filling your vases with winter stems and branches to ring in the season! If you didn't know, I'm a huge proponent of using seasonal stems throughout your home to swap your decor from season to season easily. I always recommend heading to your own […]
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November 17, 2023
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My Simple Halloween Porch Decor

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My Simple Halloween Porch Decor

Halloween is just around the corner, so I figured it was finally time to get my front porch ready for trick-or-treaters. I was already off to a pretty good start with the faux pumpkins, but I added a bit more to top it off. Going all-out with front porch decor isn't typically my thing, although […]
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October 23, 2023
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My Formula For Using Curtains vs. Shades

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My Formula For Using Curtains vs. Shades

We finally hung some more permanent curtains up in Greta's room, and I absolutely love how they turned out. Her room is far from "finished," in fact, she recently revealed to me that she doesn't really like pink anymore (teens), but her room feels much more cohesive now. This cohesive look actually got me thinking […]
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October 19, 2023
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Come On In! Mudroom Mood Board Reveal

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Come On In! Mudroom Mood Board Reveal

For months, I've been trying to select all the finishes for the Mudroom so we can move forward with this project, but I couldn't get it to click. I thought I had a breakthrough when I decided on a red and cream checkered flooring (still love that concept), but unfortunately, I couldn't get the rest […]
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October 16, 2023
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How to Create a Modern Living Room In Four Phases

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How to Create a Modern Living Room In Four Phases

The truth? No one goes on a shopping spree and magically acquires all the room essentials in one day. Most spaces evolve gradually, shaped by time, taste, and budget. But if you are in the market to layer in stylish, quality pieces into your living room - this post is for you.  We built a […]
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October 4, 2023
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A Mood Board for Our Giveaway Winner

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A Mood Board for Our Giveaway Winner

In January, we celebrated a significant milestone: reaching 1 million followers on Instagram! To celebrate this community, we launched an exclusive room-makeover giveaway. We narrowed down thousands of entries and trusted our Love Letter subscribers to choose a winner among five finalists. The lucky winners, Jack & Jim, are transforming an 1890s former frat house into […]
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October 3, 2023
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My Top 36 Coffee Table Books: The Most Versatile Home Decor

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My Top 36 Coffee Table Books: The Most Versatile Home Decor

I'm not exactly sure when or how it happened, but somehow, seemingly on accident, I've accumulated a burgeoning collection of one of my favorite home decor elements—coffee table books. My love for beautiful visuals and inspiring reads had unintentionally blossomed into a full-fledged collection. And lately, they've evolved into one of the most versatile home […]
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September 21, 2023
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How I Use Pinterest and Instagram to Find Design Inspiration

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How I Use Pinterest and Instagram to Find Design Inspiration

Inspiration is a crucial element in the creative process. However, finding inspiration can be challenging at times. Wouldn't it be nice if it could be summoned on command? Lately, I have been feeling particularly uninspired, struggling to come up with new ideas as my creativity has been in a bit of a lull. But, I […]
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September 18, 2023
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Unveiling the Best Fall Candles of 2023: A Sensory Experience

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Unveiling the Best Fall Candles of 2023: A Sensory Experience

Fall has arrived, and there's no better way to embrace the cozy vibes than with the perfect seasonal scent. This year, we've gone all out on a quest for the best fall candles of 2023. We first ordered a bunch of highly-rated fall candles, but after testing them all, only 17 were worth mentioning. As […]
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September 15, 2023
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Style a Console Table With These 5 Essential Decor Pieces

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Style a Console Table With These 5 Essential Decor Pieces

Over a year ago, we published a blog article called "What’s The Difference?? A Huge Dive Into The Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet, Console, and Media Stand" because what really is the difference? We all tend to use these terms synonymously, but after hours of research, we put together some definitions for you. Specifically, a console table […]
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September 13, 2023
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(Not-So-Scary) Halloween Decor to Last Year After Year

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(Not-So-Scary) Halloween Decor to Last Year After Year

I know it might feel like it's too early to be decorating for Halloween, but actually, Halloween decor is selling out so quickly, and I don't want you to miss out. Finding "spooky" decor that blends in with your already-lovely home aesthetic, rather than masks, is trickier said than done. So, I thought it would […]
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September 11, 2023
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Everything You Need to Decorate For Fall! – The Ultimate List

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Everything You Need to Decorate For Fall! – The Ultimate List

You asked for a one-stop shop to decorate for fall, and we heard you loud and clear! As you know, fall is such a cozy and inviting season, and we want to help you create that perfect autumn atmosphere in your home. So, we searched the depths of the internet and have sourced all the […]
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September 8, 2023
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Use a Fall Throw Blanket to Transform Your Living Room – A Game-Changing Tip

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Use a Fall Throw Blanket to Transform Your Living Room – A Game-Changing Tip

To me, fall starts once the kids are in school, no matter the weather. I get too excited to wait, and I like to enjoy my favorite season for as long as I can. So once September hits, I start transitioning my decor to fall (see the fall bonus room, fall kitchen, and faux fall […]
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September 7, 2023
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Decorating the Kitchen For Fall With These Four Simple Tips

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Decorating the Kitchen For Fall With These Four Simple Tips

This blog post is sponsored by Walmart+ When the weather starts to change, I love transitioning little "moments" in our house to fall. Last week, the bonus room had its own moment, and today, it's all about the kitchen! – Which happens to be the *most* fun room in which to welcome autumn because the […]
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September 6, 2023
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Inspiration I'm Looking to For The Mudroom

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Inspiration I'm Looking to For The Mudroom

The next project we're checking off our 2023 project list is the mudroom! This used to be the laundry room until we built out a much bigger, better laundry room upstairs. So, in the meantime, this space has been exclusively Cricket's room. Cricket will still have a special space here, but we're transforming this dingy […]
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August 30, 2023
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Fall Decor in the Bonus Room + Favorite Fall Movies

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Fall Decor in the Bonus Room + Favorite Fall Movies

There's something about the kids going back to school that initiates the start of fall for me. I get the itch for cooler weather, cozy blankets, and pumpkins on porches. So, I'm inching my decor toward fall, room by room, to try and inspire some fall spirit. Today, we're visiting the bonus room to play […]
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August 28, 2023
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My 12 Favorite Faux Fall Branches

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My 12 Favorite Faux Fall Branches

We're still enjoying and enduring all this North Carolina heat, but I'll admit, I'm getting antsy for some fall weather. I love everything that Fall has to offer – the shifting seasons, the color, the clothes, the food, the decor... Can we just take a moment to talk about one of my all-time favorite fall […]
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August 21, 2023
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How to Hang Anything On Your Walls

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How to Hang Anything On Your Walls

I'm not one to be afraid of hanging things on my walls, but I know that's a real fear of homeowners! Hanging decor, in my mind, is far from permanent and is typically one of the easier decisions to make when it comes to home renovation. But I'm not a perfectionist! I'm known for eyeballing […]
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August 17, 2023
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