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A Simple Summer Front Porch with Classic New England Style

08/04/2026 By Bre 2 Comments

There is something about summer that makes me want to simplify every area of our home, including our front porch.

During the spring, I’m usually eager to clean, refresh, and fill our outdoor spaces with flowers again. But once summer arrives, I want everything to feel easy. I don’t want a porch that requires constant attention or an entirely new collection of seasonal décor. I simply want it to feel welcoming, comfortable, and ready to enjoy.

This year, I gave our summer front porch a relaxed New England-inspired look using a classic blue-and-white color palette, weathered wood, and plenty of white flowers. A few thoughtful details were all it took to make the porch feel refreshed for the season while still staying true to the simple, collected style I love.

How to Welcome Summer Into Your Home (Without Buying All New Decor)

07/22/2026 By Bre 1 Comment

Every season has a feeling. Spring always inspires me to throw open the windows, clean every corner, and fill our home with fresh greenery as everything outside begins to bloom. But summer? Summer invites something completely different. Instead of doing more, it reminds me to slow down. As the days grow longer and our schedules become a little less hectic, I find myself wanting our home to reflect that same slower rhythm. I don’t feel the need to constantly decorate or tackle another project. Instead, I make a few intentional changes that help our home feel lighter, simpler, and ready to enjoy.

Over the years, I’ve realized that welcoming a new season into your home doesn’t have to mean buying all new décor. Often it’s the smallest changes that make the biggest impact.

How Our Kitchen Has Evolved Over the Past 5 Years (And Why I Love It Even More Today)

07/16/2026 By Bre

When we first moved into our home five years ago, I remember standing in this kitchen completely in awe. It was bright and beautiful with crisp white cabinetry, warm wood floors, a large island, and so much natural light. It checked every box we had hoped for. Yet, while it was beautiful, it didn’t quite feel like ours just yet.

Over the last five years, I was reminded of something when it comes to decorating our home. The most meaningful spaces aren’t finished the day you move in; they’re collected slowly. They evolve over time and begin telling the story of the people who live there. Looking back at these before and after photos reminds me that what changed most wasn’t the kitchen itself. It was the layers we added that made it feel like home.

A Facebook Marketplace Hutch Makeover That Fits Our Space

02/04/2026 By Bre

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s this: furnishing a home takes time. Not everything needs to be decided or purchased all at once—and honestly, that’s part of what makes it fun. Living in a space, noticing what works (and what doesn’t), and slowly collecting pieces that feel right is one of my favorite parts of homemaking. Today I’m sharing about a hutch I found on Facebook Marketplace that fits our space much better than the smaller cabinet I was previously using as a placeholder. The only thing it needed was a little makeover to transform this piece into one that looks like it belongs in our home.

Creating a Clean Slate at Home for the New Year

01/16/2026 By Bre

Happy New Year! I’ve always loved the feeling of a fresh start that comes with the new year—a new calendar, a new planner, and the sense that anything is possible. Once the Christmas decorations are taken down and put away, I like to let our home sit in that in-between space for a bit—simple, open, and calm. Before I start adding more layers back in, I take time to reset our home and thoughtfully consider what’s working and what needs a little extra attention.

Our Cozy Holiday Fireplace Mantel | Timeless Christmas Decorating Ideas

12/18/2025 By Bre

This year, I kept our holiday fireplace mantel simple, natural, and timeless—letting the textures and materials do most of the talking. Our fireplace sits right at the heart of our home, and during the winter months, it becomes a natural focal point—a place that draws you in whether the fire is lit or not. I wanted this year’s holiday mantel to feel gentle and welcoming, layered in a way that feels collected over time rather than styled all at once. If you’re looking for Christmas mantel decor ideas that feel cozy, classic, and not overdone, this holiday fireplace mantel is a perfect example of how less really can be more.

Favorite White Ceramic Houses for Christmas

12/05/2025 By Bre

There are a few Christmas decorations I look forward to pulling out every single year, and white ceramic houses sit right at the top of that list. If you caught my last post, then you already know how much I adore styling these charming little pieces throughout our home for the holidays. They’ve become one of my most-loved accessories—right up there with my collection of bottle brush trees—and I never tire of finding new ways to display them. Since I wish we could all go Christmas shopping together, I thought I’d bring the shopping to you instead. Below, I’m rounding up my favorite white ceramic houses available online—from budget-friendly finds to classic pieces you can enjoy year after year.

Simple & Cozy Christmas Decorating Ideas from my Kitchen Cupboard

12/03/2025 By Bre

If you’ve been here awhile, you might remember that this corner of our kitchen used to be an unused desk area. Last year we transformed it to make room for the antique pine cupboard I scored on FB Marketplace—one of my favorite finds to date. I never got to decorate it for Christmas, so this season I couldn’t wait to add a few of my favorite festive pieces.
Today I’m sharing how I decorated our vintage cupboard for Christmas, along with easy tips you can use to style your own hutch, cabinet, or open shelving for the holidays.

Cozy Fall Home Tour: Neutral Fall Decorating Ideas for a Warm, Welcoming Home

10/28/2025 By Bre

Today, I’m excited to share this year’s Fall Home Tour — a look at how I’ve layered in neutral fall decor and cozy details throughout our home. I love to refresh our home with each seasonal change, and just like I shared in my “Fall Nesting” post, decorating for fall is all about adding in cozy layers, natural accents, and comforting details that mirror autumn’s beauty.