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We moved into Willow House in May 1998 🤍

Over the years, I’ve learned which design choices stand the test of time…
and which ones I’d do differently today.

This year, I’m sharing real design lessons from living here for 25+ years —
so if you’re a new homeowner, you don’t have to make the same mistakes.

This is the beginning of my Do As I Say, Not As I Did series.
Follow along for honest design advice, lessons learned, and real-life remodels ✨

#designmistakes #doasisaynotasido #newhomeowners #foreverhome #interiordesignlife

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKOver40 #LTKHome

If you just bought a house, this is your permission slip.

You don’t need to renovate everything at once.
Live in your home first and learn what actually matters.

Some of our biggest design regrets came from rushing decisions we didn’t need to make yet.

Save this if you’re a new homeowner. 💕✨

#newhomeowner
#homerenovationtips
#designlessons
#foreverhome
#doasisaynotasido

#LTKSaleAlert #LTKHome #LTKOver40

Living room coffee table measurements you need to know!

Navy velvet sofa, pink velvet pillow, Faust faux pillow, area rug, gold vase, black bar cabinet, gold sconce, grasscloth wallpaper

#LTKstyletip #LTKhome #LTKover40

Would you spend $20,267 decorating your living room if you could get a similar look for $6,459? 💸

I designed the same living room two different ways using high-end furniture from Studio McGee and more affordable alternatives.

Same design style. Very different price tags!

The difference? Almost $14,000! 🤯

As an interior designer, I always say you don't need to spend a fortune to create a beautiful home. It's about knowing where to spend and where to save.

🛍️ I've linked the furniture so you can shop both looks!

**Where would YOU splurge?** The sofa, accent chairs, rug, or something else?

👉 Follow for Part 3, where I'll share what I would splurge on and where I'd save!

*Affiliate links: I may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.*

#LivingRoomDesign #LivingRoomIdeas #AffordableHomeDecor #InteriorDesignTips #SpendVsSave

My version of a FREE Frame TV! 😂📺

I don't even watch TV, so there was no way I was buying a new one just to make it look like artwork in my living room!

Instead, I added gold foil tape around my existing TV to give it that framed look.

Will I eventually get one of those detachable TV frames? Maybe! But for now, this little DIY project did the trick, and I'm loving how it turned out!

Sometimes it's the smallest changes that make the biggest difference.

**Would you try this DIY or splurge on a Frame TV?**

#LivingRoomMakeover #FrameTVHack #DIYHomeDecor #LivingRoomDesign #BudgetDecorating

Printed accent chairs are making a comeback, and I’m here for it! 🤎✨

These Crate & Barrel accent chairs are a perfect example of the return of patterned furniture, floral upholstery, striped chairs, and traditional details in modern living room design.

From floral swivel chairs and striped accent chairs to moody botanical prints and rich burgundy upholstery, these statement chairs are an easy way to add color, pattern, and personality to your living room.

I love how these styles mix modern heritage, updated traditional, and eclectic home decor for a more layered, collected look.

Shop my favorite Crate & Barrel printed accent chairs and living room furniture finds below!

Would you add a patterned accent chair to your living room, or do you prefer solid upholstery? 👇

#crateandbarrel #accentchairs #printedaccentchairs #patternedaccentchairs #swivelchairs #floralaccentchair #stripedaccentchair #livingroomchairs #livingroomfurniture #livingroomdecor #modernheritage #traditionaldecor #eclectichomedecor #livingroominspiration #interiordesign

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The latchkey kid in me still likes knowing I can figure it out. 😂

I’ve always found painting therapeutic. This past week, I’ve spent an hour or two painting the living room before bed. It’s mindless in the best way—and so rewarding when you get that fresh coat up.

Paint the room. Hang the artwork. Then sit down and enjoy it.

Anyone else find painting relaxing?

#LivingRoomMakeover #DIYHomeProjects #WomenWhoDIY #GenXMom #LivingRoomDecor

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Front porch string lights: I do the climbing, he enjoys the cozy vibes 😂

One Command strip came down, so up I went to fix it. My dad was a roofer, and I’ve been climbing ladders since I was little. Apparently, I inherited the DIY gene too.

Wait for the nighttime view ✨

#FrontPorch #StringLights #PorchDecor #OutdoorLighting #Shorts

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Wedding guest outfit for men 🤍

A neutral suit is such a good option for a destination wedding, beach wedding or warm-weather wedding. This beige suit with a crisp white shirt feels polished without being overly formal, and the tonal look is perfect for a tropical wedding.

Linking the men’s khaki beige suit + wedding guest outfit details here!

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Plug-in lighting that looks anything but basic 🤍✨

One of my favorite ways to add designer lighting without hiring an electrician? Plug-in lights.

These plug-in wall sconces, plug-in pendant lights and hanging lights are perfect for apartments, rentals, bedrooms, living rooms and anywhere you want to add lighting without hardwiring.

I especially love these because they feel more like a design feature than a temporary solution. Think warm modern lighting, sculptural lighting and renter-friendly lighting that can completely change the feel of a room.

I linked all of my favorite plug-in lighting finds below!

Which one would you choose? 👇

#pluginlighting #pluginlights #pluginwallsconce #wallsconce #pluginpendant #pendantlighting #renterfriendly #renterfriendlydecor #apartmentdecor #apartmentlighting #livingroomlighting #bedroomlighting #designerlighting #modernlighting #lightingideas #homedecor #interiordesign #affordablehomedecor

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Sofa + Accent Chairs

Organic modern living room furniture + decor ideas 🌿🤍 This living room mood board is all about creating a warm neutral living room with texture and contrast.

A cream sofa, boucle swivel chair, olive green chaise lounge, vintage-inspired area rug, black coffee table, console table, wall sconce and neutral throw pillows create a layered, collected look while keeping the overall palette calm.

If you love organic modern, warm minimalist and neutral home decor, I linked the pieces to recreate this look!

#organicmodern #organicmodernlivingroom #livingroomideas #livingroomfurniture #creamsofa #accentchairs #swivelchair #chaiseLounge #neutralrug #vintagerug #livingroomdecor #warmneutraldecor #neutralhomedecor #interiordesign #livingroominspiration

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Chaise Sectional

Organic modern living room ideas 🤍🌿 This neutral living room mood board mixes a cream chaise sectional, olive green accent chair, modern coffee table, neutral area rug, black console table, wall sconce, throw pillows and organic modern decor for a warm, collected look.

I love the combination of cream, olive green, black and warm brass—neutral without feeling boring. Linking the furniture and decor from this room so you can recreate the look!

#organicmodern #organicmodernlivingroom #livingroomideas #livingroomdecor #livingroomfurniture #sectionalsofa #neutralLivingRoom #neutralhomedecor #accentchair #livingroomrug #coffeetable #consoletable #homedecor #interiordesign #moodboard

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L-Shaped Sectional

Neutral organic modern living room inspiration 🤍 If you’re looking for living room sectional ideas, this look combines a cream L-shaped sectional, olive green swivel chair, neutral rug, round coffee table, black console table, floor lamp and textured throw pillows.

The mix of soft neutrals, warm brass, black accents and earthy olive green gives this living room that organic modern, elevated but comfortable feel I love.

Shop the furniture + decor to recreate this living room look!

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Coffee table height matters just as much as the width and length—but it’s the measurement that’s so easy to overlook.

For this living room, the sofa seat height is 18 inches. The 14-inch coffee table technically fits in the floor plan, and I love the mixed materials, but it would feel too low next to the sofa.

Ideally, your coffee table should be approximately the same height as the sofa seat or one to two inches lower. In this case, a table around 16–17 inches high works much better.

Always check the width, length AND height before ordering furniture.

Have you ever ordered a coffee table that ended up feeling too low or too high?

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8 of the best counter stools for kitchen islands to instantly update your space! From upholstered and acrylic styles to woven, wood, and bistro-inspired counter stools, there’s an option for every kitchen style and budget. 🤎 Save this roundup if you’re shopping for counter stools with backs, kitchen island seating, or modern counter stools. Which one would you choose? #CounterStools #KitchenIslandStools #KitchenDecor #KitchenIdeas #HomeDecorFinds

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Not sure what counter stool height you need for your kitchen island? Save this guide! 📏 For a standard 36" kitchen counter, look for counter stools around 24–25" seat height and leave about 9–13" of legroom between the seat and counter. Bar-height counters are typically 42" and need taller stools. #CounterStools #KitchenIsland #KitchenDesign #KitchenTips #InteriorDesignTips

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The perfect rope counter stool for adding warmth and texture to your kitchen! 🤎 This Wayfair counter stool features a woven rope back, neutral upholstered seat, and warm wood frame—perfect for an organic modern kitchen, kitchen island, or neutral home decor. Shop this stylish counter stool with a back for an elevated designer look. #CounterStools #KitchenIslandStools #KitchenDecor #OrganicModern #WayfairFinds

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10 kitchen updates I’d buy again! 🤍✨

After updating my 20-year-old kitchen without renovating, these are some of the purchases that made the biggest difference—and that I’d absolutely buy again.

From a champagne bronze kitchen faucet and cabinet hardware to under cabinet lighting, kitchen counter lamps, vintage-inspired artwork, a washable kitchen runner, café curtains, pot rail, paper towel holder, and kitchen styling accessories, it was the combination of small changes that helped the entire kitchen feel warmer, lighter and more like me.

Some were incredibly inexpensive, but together they made a BIG impact without replacing the cabinets, countertops or backsplash.

I linked my favorite affordable kitchen updates + kitchen decor finds below! Which one would you add to your kitchen? 👇

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$Counter stools for a kitchen update + designer look for less finds! 🤍 I’m shopping for new counter stools for my kitchen makeover, and these are some of my favorites. I love the mix of upholstered counter stools, boucle counter stools, wood and metal stools, neutral counter stools, and modern kitchen seating. Of course, I had to find the designer look for less versions too! Some of these affordable counter stools give you such a similar high-end look for a fraction of the price. Which would you choose for my kitchen — 1, 2 or 3? #counterstools #kitchencounterstools #barstools #kitchenstools #upholsteredcounterstools #bouclecounterstools #moderncounterstools #affordablecounterstools #kitchenseating #kitchendecor #kitchenmakeover #kitchenupdate #neutralhomedecor #designerlookforless #lookforless #highendlookforless #affordablehomedecor #interiordesign #homedecor #kitcheninspiration #LTKmomlife #LTKOver40 #LTKHome$

Rechargeable under-cabinet lighting gave me the cozy kitchen vibe I wanted for about $60 — no electrician needed. 🙌✨

Most of my under-cabinet lighting is hardwired, but after we removed the old wine rack, I was left with a dark spot over the coffee station.

So I tried rechargeable lights there AND inside my newly styled glass cabinets. They’re magnetic, dimmable, controlled with a remote, and I keep them on the warm setting for that soft glow at night.

And before anyone says it… NO, I don’t turn every light in the kitchen on at once. 😂 It’s all about layering the lighting depending on the mood.

This is my first time trying rechargeable lights, so if you have them, tell me — did yours last?

Follow for Episode 15 because there’s one last thing this kitchen was missing before the reveal. 👀💕✨

#jjyapchallenge #onegoodseries #KitchenLighting #KitchenMakeover #InteriorDesignTips

#LTKHome #LTKOver40 #LTKstorytime

A kitchen runner rug is something I wish I had added 20 years ago. 😂

When my kids were younger and I was in my hosting era, there was NO way I would’ve put a runner in this kitchen because I was convinced it would get destroyed.

Well… instead, the hardwood floor got destroyed. 🤦‍♀️😂

I originally tried an 8-foot runner, but it felt too short and the colors were too cool against the granite and backsplash. I switched to this 10-foot runner with warmer rust tones and I love how it ties the colors together, adds softness AND hides some of that floor damage.

Now the real test… can my adult family keep it clean? 😂

Would you put a runner in your kitchen — YES or NO?

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Café curtains are one kitchen trend I’m actually willing to try. 😂✨

I know I said I wasn’t changing my kitchen window treatments… but apparently I changed my mind.

I made the Roman shades about 8 years ago and I still LOVE the Kelly Wearstler fabric, but as I’ve been styling this kitchen, I wanted this area to feel lighter and softer.

These pinch-pleat café curtains were under $50 per window, let in so much more natural light and can still be closed at night for privacy.

Yes, café curtains are trending — but I’ve learned there’s a big difference between experimenting with an affordable trend and committing to an expensive permanent finish. 😂

Now I need your vote…

ROMAN SHADES or CAFÉ CURTAINS?

And if you’ve been wondering about that blue tape… 👀 Follow for Episode 11.

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This kitchen hand towel holder is just what I needed for under the cabinet. This way, the towels that I used to wipe the counter won’t be left on the counter. I could just hang them on the rod to dry.

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Layered kitchen lighting can completely change how your kitchen feels. ✨

For Episode 8 of decorating my 20-year-old kitchen instead of renovating it, I’m working with the lighting I already have and adding a couple of inexpensive table lamps.

I like to think about lighting in three layers: general, task and accent. And one of the easiest ways to make a kitchen feel warmer at night is to add a little accent lighting.

My other tip: 2700K bulbs for that warm, soft glow. 🤎

I love turning off the overhead lights at night and just leaving the table lamps and under-cabinet lighting on.

Would you put a table lamp in your kitchen?

Follow for Episode 9 — next we’re styling the glass cabinet!

#jjyapchallenge #onegoodseries #KitchenDecor #KitchenLighting #InteriorDesignTips

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My favorite Pura scents that keep the kitchen smelling so good!
Kitchen styling // kitchen decor

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Perfect cup of coffee with the Breville look for less espresso coffee maker.

20 Years Later | Episode 18 🏡

The new kitchen faucet is finally installed! 🙌

My husband thought he could install it himself... until he looked under the sink. 😂 Thankfully, his friend got it done the day before he left for the Dominican Republic for 20 days.

We ended up choosing the transitional faucet, and once we saw it installed, we knew it was the right choice. I actually think the slightly larger size helps draw your eye away from our dated backsplash while we decide what to do next.

The matching soap dispenser is still on backorder, so the kitchen isn't quite finished yet.

What do you think of the new faucet?

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$Designer Pick: Picture Lights ✨ One of my favorite ways to make artwork look more expensive is with a picture light. While I love the timeless look of the Crate & Barrel option, I personally wouldn't spend $800 on the Arhaus version. I've rounded up my favorite designer-inspired picture lights, including several beautiful look-for-less options that deliver the same elevated style for a fraction of the price. Remember... luxury isn't about spending more. It's about spending smarter. 💛 #LTKHome #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #LightingIdeas #LuxeForLess #LTKSeasonal #LTKOver40 #LTKHome$

Home Design Trend: Fur Furniture 🤍

Fur and shearling furniture are everywhere right now—from cozy accent chairs to plush sofas and ottomans. While I love the warmth and texture these pieces bring to a room, I'd personally use this trend in smaller doses with an accent chair, ottoman, or throw instead of committing to a full sofa. Here are some of my favorite fur-inspired furniture finds that create that cozy designer look. ✨

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Brass Adjustable Floor Task Lamp to update your living room, bedroom, and home office decor.

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