Describing a trendsetter’s choice: I watched my favorite home decor YouTuber drape a velvet tufted lumbar across a neutral linen sofa and it transformed the entire living room in seconds….

Introduction — Why I Talk About Cost-Effectiveness FirstI always start with cost-effectiveness because curtains are one of those home upgrades that deliver instant style and long-term savings. Investing in the…

Introduction — Timeless comfort with a scalloped twistTimeless designs always find a way into our homes, and scalloped-edge seat cushions are one of those small details that make a big…

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…