2022-08-03 21:23
There are so many ways you can create or continue to enhance existing curb appeal. Window and railing planter boxes are one of my favorite additions to the character of a home. Best of all… Read More
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The Inspired Room was voted the Readers' Favorite Top Decorating Blog in 2015 and 2014 by Better Homes & Gardens magazine. Follow this blog for simple ideas for how to decorate and organize your home.
2022-07-14 10:00
From the design elements to the feeling of a home to the memories you make in it, each decision as you create a home you’ll love can be so much more impactful and meaningful when you a… Read More
2022-07-10 19:39
It has always been our goal to help our readers create a home they love. And we LOVE to help you save time and/or money whenever possible! Today we are sharing a FREE service where we can be… Read More
2022-07-07 00:29
It’s always fun to see how rooms evolve and change over time. Little by little, you can make a house feel like home! Kylee (my daughter) is here today to share the updates in her kitch… Read More
2022-07-07 00:02
Life is often messy, busy and unpredictable. Creating an intentional home will help us make the most of even those less-than-perfect seasons. Do you ever just frazzled or overwhelmed just th… Read More
2022-06-27 22:17
Last week we had a “staycation” week with our family (celebrating Father’s day and my son’s birthday!). One evening we used our firepit for a fun and simple event in… Read More
2022-06-27 21:01
Love the convenience of shopping at Amazon? Have you ever shopped at Amazon for decor? Today I'm sharing my view on decorating, where to shop, and some of The Inspired Room followers' Amazon… Read More
2022-06-24 18:33
Hi friends! Courtney here today. If you’ve been following along over the past several months, you know I am getting married this summer! We have been planning up a storm around here. I… Read More
2022-06-22 18:22
In celebration of the first day of summer and our first summer in our new home (yay, I love summer in the NW!) we gave our little living room a refresh. We added these adorable new pillows a… Read More
2022-06-18 02:40
Kylee here today to share some of my favorite things: cleaning gadgets that make my life easier and chores more bearable! I’m a big believer in less is more and don’t like to hav… Read More
2022-06-15 10:00
Kylee here! When we bought our new home, it was after months of searching in a grueling market. While we went into it hoping to get everything we ever wanted, we experienced many rejections… Read More
2022-06-14 17:44
Sharing new summer doormat and more doormats I love, the decor accessory I can't stop buying and more summer inspiration! Read More
2022-06-12 03:29
I have been thinking lately about the type of furnishings I will eventually want for our home. Inspiration hunting led me to Ballard Designs (and a great furniture sale they are having right… Read More
2022-06-08 20:11
Come take a tour of this coastal beachfront home (and find lots of decor sources to get the look!) Read More
2022-05-30 20:52
I am often asked about the hydrangeas in the bouquets around our home. Many readers say they hope they are faux hydrangeas so they can easily get some, too! While usually our hydrangea bloom… Read More
2022-05-27 22:16
Today we created several summer mood boards to inspire your home, and we’re sharing some Memorial Day sales on pieces we love, too. Whether you are redesigning the look of your home or… Read More
2022-05-24 19:40
They say life is better in a garden. I would have to agree! And I can’t imagine anything prettier for a spring and summer home than a garden-inspired mood. Have you seen the new Potter… Read More
2022-05-17 10:00
Today is launch day for my new book A Lovely Life. To celebrate, I’m sharing my lovely life music playlist as a gift for you! As A Lovely Life book is released into the world, I am pra… Read More
2022-05-11 23:44
I have a passion for creating a home, not to be a showplace, but to be a sanctuary in every season Read More
2022-05-10 19:06
My laundry closet and small space laundry cart + 4 simple daily housekeeping routines Read More
2022-05-06 10:00
Courtney's small apartment standing desk for working from home, as well as an exciting life update! Read More
2022-05-05 20:27
Life can feel so overwhelming and complicated at times, so bringing loveliness to our home in SIMPLE ways speaks to me. I ordered these faux peonies and LOVE them! They look SO realistic (an… Read More
2022-05-02 10:00
Kylee's primary bedroom refresh with cozy new bedding and new hardwood floors! Read More
2022-04-28 10:00
Welcome, friends! Today's the day all of our blog book tours and lovely GIVEAWAY GIFT BUNDLES are LIVE! You'll find links to the six tour participants and giveaways in this post! Read More
2022-04-27 10:00
Create a signature look for your home without breaking the bank! Get inspired by the mood boards we created, and read my design tip for making your home your own Read More
2022-04-26 10:00
When you read my new book, A Lovely Life, I hope you will feel inspired to walk in your home and leave the stress of the world on the other side of the door. You are worthy of a lovely life… Read More
2022-04-26 05:26
I know we’ve lived here in our “beach house” (we call it our new beach house but we only have one house!) for quite a few months now, but I just realized I haven’t gi… Read More
2022-04-22 22:11
Recently I shared about "Coastal Grandmother Style". No beach house or grandchildren required, ha! Coastal Grandmother was recently coined on TikTok as a style that is all about romanticizin… Read More
2022-04-20 22:10
Are you a Coastal Grandmother? It looks like the youngin's of the world are discovering what I've always known. Creating the feeling of a home by the sea is a lovely life to aspire to. Even… Read More
2022-04-20 21:15
With Mother’s Day right around the corner so we wanted to share some sweet and thoughtful gift ideas for the special moms in your life. Enjoy our Mother's Day Gift Guide! Read More
2022-04-19 23:00
I’m excited to share with you today a FREE seasonal planner I created as a pre-order gift for my new book, A Lovely Life! Read More
2022-04-19 21:09
Sharing a bit about my love of dishes, my mindset on storage for small spaces, and making room for what you love! Read More
2022-04-13 23:51
Plants are an essential element in every room (if you ask me). They always make a house feel more “homey" and alive! Here's the secret to plants you can't kill Read More
2022-04-13 20:51
Do you love to decorate with any family treasures or memorable pieces as a part of your seasonal decor? Here are a few of my thoughts on seasonal specific decorating! Read More
2022-04-11 23:51
Over the past few years, I’ve written eleven books on creating a home. Home is near and dear to my heart! It has been a joy for me to have the opportunity to design books, products and… Read More
2022-04-04 22:49
Hi friends, it’s Courtney (Melissa’s daughter) here! Something I really enjoy doing throughout the year is making different seasonal pies. It’s such a nice way to start out… Read More
2022-04-04 20:33
Story time! If you're new here or just catching up, six months ago we bought our beach house, and it's now a place we get to call home every day! Read more about the story behind it and why… Read More
2022-03-31 22:56
Today on the the seventh anniversary of the release of my very first book, Love the Home You Have, I’m so excited to be preparing for the release of my eleventh and NEWEST book, A Love… Read More
2022-03-30 17:55
Decorating for spring should be fun, don't you think? I found this adorable brass bunny candleholder recently and I love the whimsy it added to my simple spring mantel! Read More
2022-03-30 17:26
Easter mood boards to inspire your decor, gift-giving and celebrations! Read More
2022-03-29 00:23
I can’t wait for you to get your copy of my newest book, A Lovely Life! The release date is coming up fast, but there are benefits and gifts for pre-ordering! Of course, when you pre-o… Read More
2022-03-22 21:17
One by one, changing out light fixtures is a fairly simple way to upgrade the look or to add your own personality and set a fresh style for a home! Come see the lantern light fixture we inst… Read More
2022-03-22 20:29
I had a few moments to myself the other day before we were having family in town. I had taken my winter decor down from our front door awhile ago and hadn't put anything back up. Proud to sa… Read More
2022-03-18 21:59
PRAISE BE! The first official day of Spring is on Sunday, so I got inspired to add a few new things to my home from Target (this isn’t sponsored, by the way, I just needed a moment of… Read More
2022-03-18 20:33
Do you like decorating with color? Or do you prefer neutrals? I appreciate so many types of rooms. I sense the beauty in rooms with primarily neutrals and a serene organic look…and I… Read More
2022-03-17 17:47
Scenting my home for the season has always been one of my simple joys! Here's how I'm making my home smell clean and pretty for spring (+ some of my favorite spring diffuser recipes!) Read More
2022-03-14 20:42
Doesn't this pretty mood board make you SO HAPPY that winter is nearly over? + See my favorite decor on sale right now at Serena & Lily Read More
2022-03-14 20:34
These photos are giving me all kinds of inspiration for spring and summer projects! (+ find lots more spring indoor and outdoor inspiration) Read More
2022-03-11 20:10
I am a big fan of fresh spring flowers but I also love having realistic faux options for those times when you need some cheery flowers and you don't have the real deal. I love these faux tul… Read More
2022-03-08 01:28
Come take a little tour of our living room with simple spring decor + a 'get the look' mood board! Read More
2022-03-07 21:59
Accent cabinets can be placed throughout a home to provide storage and style! Here are lots of cabinet sources + tips for how to organize your home Read More
2022-03-04 22:02
Come take a peek at the new home before photos and get a preview of our remodeling plans for the kitchen and dining room! Read More
2022-03-01 02:10
Here are some whimsical scalloped design pieces we found online and some inspiration photos below to show you the fun they add to a space! Read More
2022-02-21 22:09
In a smaller home, flexible spaces and double duty rooms are often good options for maximizing what you have! Read More
2022-02-21 21:24
Hi friends! Sharing a few home decor sales that might be of interest to you if you’re doing any shopping this weekend! I’ll also share below photos of several of my own home deco… Read More
2022-02-20 00:23
My husband and I have collected original art since we were newlyweds. There’s nothing quite like the history, the story, texture and beauty of original art in a home! We’ve rarel… Read More
2022-02-17 00:42
Regardless of what season we're in, my brand new hardcover book A Lovely Life is about discovering the beauty always in front of us. It's about slowing down to savor the ordinary moments, fi… Read More
2022-02-15 01:55
All month as I’ve walked into my home, I pause to take a quick glance at my new porch. It is fun to dream of warmer days ahead. It’s been a little chilly lately, but the sun has… Read More
2022-02-10 11:00
Hi friends! As many of you know, we recently went through the process of selling our home. Since selling a home is a big decision and a timely topic for so many this year, I invited our fami… Read More
2022-02-04 20:12
I always love how just a small change can transform the whole look and feel of a room! We made 3 mood boards (in a similar style of our dining room) below. In each mood board, we swapped out… Read More
2022-02-03 22:25
Come take a tour of this classic white kitchen with fun colorful roman shades! Read More
2022-01-31 20:51
Hi friends! It’s Courtney (Melissa’s daughter) here today to share a fun behind the scenes peek of my wedding planning with you, as well as our wedding mood board! If you are new… Read More
2022-01-28 22:04
Rug shopping can be stressful! There are so many places to shop as well as so many options, colors and styles to choose from. And you really don’t want to make a mistake with rugs as r… Read More
2022-01-26 19:06
I am a big fan of making my bed every day. You’ve heard me talk about this daily habit a lot in all of my books and many blog posts over the years. It’s a habit that makes a big… Read More
2022-01-21 23:31
See how to get the look of this cozy and collected traditional home with coastal influences, my design tips and sources are in this post! Read More
2022-01-19 10:00
A giveaway, my design philosophy, intro to me and my home, and sharing a new design book you'll love! Read More
2022-01-18 11:00
Come see the simple and budget-friendly changes we made to our bedroom to create a cozier sanctuary for the winter months! Read More
2022-01-16 00:04
Now that the new year has arrived, I’m on a roll making design decisions so we can make our home our own! I’ve always loved the look of lanterns (remember the beautiful copper an… Read More
2022-01-15 19:05
Accent lighting is an essential element in the function and cozy mood of a home. In this post we're sharing some stylish accent/mini lamps that are easy to tuck in anywhere you need a little… Read More
2022-01-13 00:42
Do you ever feel stumped with the direction you want to go with a room, so you just stay stuck? I sure do! So if like me you want to make progress on a room this month, consider the suggesti… Read More
2022-01-11 23:07
Looking for kitchen inspiration? Enjoy these beautiful designs I’m inspired by lately, plus find lots of inspiration posts linked below! If you missed my last post I shared the 4 impor… Read More
2022-01-10 23:35
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with where to start when designing a room? If you want to give a room a refresh, here are the first four steps I usually take to get started, to organize my thou… Read More
2022-01-06 22:46
Hi friends, it’s Courtney (one of Melissa’s daughter’s) here! I wanted to share a simple furniture makeover project I did last night as part of A Lovely January! (If you mi… Read More
2022-01-05 22:25
The change of seasons can be a wonderful reason to refresh your home. With the holidays behind us and winter months still ahead, we can use this season to create a sanctuary where we feel sn… Read More
2021-12-31 03:59
Join us for a fun home challenge in January! Read More
2021-12-31 03:58
Does your energy dip in the afternoon? Here are three things I do (and things I don't do!) to keep my energy up for the afternoon Read More
2021-12-29 00:14
I am a big fan of creating your own authentic style. Rather than just going with what is trendy or popular or what someone else says is in style, I have always stayed true to what I love. Wh… Read More
2021-12-28 23:34
I try to make everyday experiences a little more lovely when I can. Since I make coffee every day, this pretty kettle brings more joy to my morning ritual. I’ve shared a few different… Read More
2021-12-28 00:27
Our Christmas get-together with family didn't go as planned, but we got an unexpected gift. A white Christmas! Welcome to a peek at our white Christmas and the winter wonderland we’re… Read More
2021-12-28 00:26
Sharing some of the photos we took around the house in the week leading up to Christmas! Read More
2021-12-24 18:48
Merry Christmas, friends. Welcome to a little video of our Christmas house (we will have a post of photos coming up soon too). We have only lived here for two months but we are blessed to be… Read More
2021-12-17 11:15
Today I’m going to share four possible mood boards for a little bedroom project I’m going to work on for the winter months, featuring some inspiration pieces I found from Walmart… Read More
2021-12-17 11:00
There’s a “down and dreary” period of time between the holidays and spring that makes it a bit harder for many people to find joy at home. Especially if you don’t liv… Read More
2021-12-14 22:54
Gingerbread House by A Homemade Living – click here for recipe and tips A few years ago we had a gingerbread house decorating competition with our whole family. It was a really fun and… Read More
2021-12-13 11:00
Hello, friends! We may not be quite to Clark Griswold’s level of festivity, but we’re on our way. For the first Christmas in our home, I think it’s a good start hahah! Simp… Read More
2021-12-08 22:11
A round up of adorable (and FREE!) printable gift tags from around the internet + lots of gift wrapping inspiration! Read More
2021-12-07 23:28
A great budget-friendly idea for beautiful artwork you can change through the seasons (this would make a wonderful gift too!) Read More
2021-12-07 11:00
We officially closed on the sale of our previous home and moved here a little over seven weeks ago. I’m so glad we are here and got somewhat settled in time for Christmas! There are st… Read More
2021-12-06 23:23
If you have a boring plastic or just ugly doorbell cover that has been bugging you, here's a solution! Read More
2021-12-06 22:47
The built-in bench and bookcase in this room are so charming! But without a light source here, it felt a bit dreary, especially on a winter's night. Come see our easy solution! Read More
2021-12-04 04:16
It's fun to embrace the simple and unique joys of every season. A festive mug of hot chocolate with fun shaped marshmallows or a little gingerbread house mug topper?! Sign me up! Today's pos… Read More
2021-11-29 23:00
Recently on the blog I mentioned that we are going to be remodeling our kitchen! While I haven’t shared all of the details yet (I’ll for sure talk all about it in the new year!)… Read More
2021-11-29 08:32
With Christmas on its way and winter wellness on all of our minds, we’re doing a lot of extra cleaning! Whether we’re getting the house ready for the holidays, tidying up the kit… Read More
2021-11-28 23:52
One way I let my personality shine in our home is to bring in a bit of the unexpected to our seasonal decor in subtle ways. I've long been a fan of quirky animals in decor, so when I found t… Read More
2021-11-26 19:40
We had such a special Thanksgiving with our family! Kylee hosted us all at her new home in Portland. Everything was just lovely! It was good to all be together again. Empty nester life is wo… Read More
2021-11-23 11:00
Thank you Walmart for partnering with me to bring you this post! I can’t believe Thanksgiving is just a few days away! Are you hosting any holiday gatherings this season? Oh the pressu… Read More
2021-11-22 08:24
I love to make our house smell cozy and festive (with essential oils) this time of year, but I also do proactive things like restock my wellness cabinet with my favorite oils and natural rem… Read More
2021-11-19 11:00
Lighted Birch Trees (set of 3 in varying sizes) // Blue Plaid Throw Blanket // Knit Christmas Tree Pillow (multiple color options) Thank you Walmart for sponsoring this post! I try to keep e… Read More
2021-11-18 02:57
They say kitchens are the heart of the home. They definitely have my heart! I'm excited to dream about them again :)! Read More
2021-11-16 11:00
What a wild couple of years we’ve all had, but I think this holiday season is an opportunity to bring back some of our favorite traditions and rediscover some of the joy in hosting, gi… Read More
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