Addressing climate-specific needsLiving in humid summers or bone-dry winters changes everything about how a pillowcase feels against my skin and hair. I pay attention to breathability in humid climates, and…
Expert tip: when choosing a hand-stitched decorative rug, look at the stitch density and knot count first — those tiny details tell you how long the rug will keep its…
How to pick the perfect tufted ottoman cover: a practical how-to I use when styling living rooms and reading nooksI start every styling session by asking one simple question: what…
Calling out a misconception: bolster pillows are only decorative accessories for sofas. They’re not — the right orthopedic bolster can transform sleep, ease hip and back pain, and make lounging…
Introduction — Trends I’m Loving Right NowFlorals are back, but not the ditsy prints of grandma’s curtains. Right now I’m seeing sculptural appliqué, almost-three-dimensional petals, and mixed-media embroidery that turns…
Relating to busy lives, I know how precious quiet, dark moments are — whether it’s for a deep afternoon nap, a movie night without glare, or uninterrupted sleep after a…
Introduction — a common complaint I keep hearingI get it — you want your table to look effortlessly put-together, but those plain round placemats feel flat and the ornate ones…
Introduction — Eco-conscious choices matter to meI’ve been consciously choosing more eco-friendly bedding over the past few years, and that includes cooling memory foam toppers for our mattress. I want…
Have you ever set a table and thought, “This needs something special”—but didn’t want to overdo it? I’ve spent years staging dinners, hosting brunches, and watching top YouTubers in table…
IntroductionI picture a late-summer Sunday: warm light pooling on the floor, a stack of design magazines and a mug of chamomile tea within reach. Against a low window bench, a…