There is something about the “ber” months that makes me want to cozy up with a candle, grab a blanket and make my place an extra special inviting place. As the days get shorter and the evenings cooler it is all about creating a warm and welcoming environment. Here are some of the ways I light up my place so that it feels extra special and cozy for these months.

I love the look of a real Christmas tree, but I know they're not always the most practical option. If you're looking for an artificial Christmas tree that still has that full, natural look, I found several that I really love. From classic green firs to flocked and frosted options, these are some of the most realistic-looking artificial Christmas trees I've come across.

If you love the flavors of apple pie and cinnamon rolls, this easy Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Casserole is the best of both worlds, and it couldn’t be easier to make. With refrigerated cinnamon rolls, sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and a few simple ingredients, you can have a cozy fall breakfast or dessert without making anything from scratch.

Our DIY concrete countertops were one of the most exciting—and challenging—parts of our outdoor kitchen project. We used Z Counterform to create them ourselves, and along the way, we learned A LOT. Here’s what worked, what we’d do differently, and what I wish we’d known before starting.

If you love the idea of adding color to your home but the thought of painting an entire wall feels a little intimidating, I get it. I used to feel the same way! Now, painting walls is actually one of my favorite ways to transform a space, but I also know you have to start somewhere. So if you’re not quite ready to commit to a bold wall color, here are five easy ways to bring more color into your home and start getting comfortable with it.

Your door is one of the easiest places to add a little fall charm to your home, and you don’t have to stick to the same wreath-and-pumpkin combination every year. From a simple hanging basket filled with faux foliage to a more layered look with garlands, wreaths, and pumpkins, there are plenty of ways to decorate your door for fall.

Not every lamp serves the same purpose, so instead of just sharing a list of favorites, I’m breaking them down by what they do best: from creating a cozy glow to lighting up those dark little corners, helping you read or work, and adding a little personality to your space.

If you’ve read my previous post about the colors throughout our home, you might notice that things look a little different around here. We’ve made some changes, lived with some colors, changed our minds about others, and continued to figure out what feels right for our home. So consider this the updated version of our whole house color palette and a look at how our home decor has evolved since that original post.