Hi friend, Fall officially arrives next week, and I have one very unexciting—but very useful—thing for you to do this weekend. Go check your furnace filter. Actually pull it out and look at it. If it's visibly dirty, replace it. If it still has life left, great—you've at least confirmed it rather than wondering. And while you have it out, here's a little trick that will make Future You very happy: Take a photo of the filter size with your phone. No more standing in the filter aisle trying to...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Happy Labor Day! Hope your day is filled with family and fun. I’m popping into your inbox with a quick little Labor Day treat. For TODAY ONLY, everything in my this HOUSE | your HOME Etsy shop is 20% off! If you’ve had your eye on a home maintenance planner, renovation workbook, interior design tool, or one of my other resources for making your home work better for you, today is a great day to grab it. 🏡 20% OFF SHOPWIDE⏰ Labor Day only — ends tonight Shop the Labor Day Sale! And...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! September always feels a little like a reset. The kids are back in school, the days are getting shorter, and even if the weather is still warm, you can tell the seasons are starting to shift. It’s also one of the best times of year to take care of your home. Not because you need to spend every weekend working on projects—but because a few things done now can prevent bigger problems later and make next spring a whole lot easier. Download the September Home Maintenance Checklist now!...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
It’s officially college move-in month! Hi Reader! Whether you’re helping your own student prepare for campus or know someone who is, setting up a dorm room can feel like a strange combination of exciting, overwhelming—and a little emotional. A dorm room may be small and temporary, but it will still be where your student studies, relaxes, makes new friends, and begins building an independent life. With a little planning, it can feel comfortable, organized, and personal from the very first...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, I had one of those little parenting moments recently that completely changed the way I think about organizing. For years, I thought the answer to a cleaner kids' room was more reminders. "Put your laundry in the hamper." "Pick up your backpack." "Hang up your clothes." There had to be a better way! What are these piles trying to tell me? LOL If the dirty clothes always end up at the foot of the bed...maybe the laundry basket belongs there. If backpacks always land by the back...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I have a high school graduate this year! Believe it or not...college move-in day is coming quick for many students! Whether you're sending your first child off to college or helping someone create a home away from home, now is the perfect time to start planning. The best dorm rooms aren't just pretty—they're organized, functional, and feel like you. As an interior designer, one of my favorite challenges is making tiny spaces feel bigger, more comfortable, and more personal. But...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! The windows are open. The kids are home. The backyard starts becoming an extra “room” of the home. And suddenly all those little projects we ignored during winter become much harder to overlook. But here’s the good news… Your home doesn’t need a complete makeover to feel better this summer. Sometimes the biggest difference comes from small, intentional resets that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. First download the June Home Maintenance Checklist now! June...
4 months ago • 2 min read
A fresh start for your home this May Hi Reader! The windows start opening more, the days feel a little longer, and suddenly you can see your home differently. Not in a “I need to renovate everything” kind of way… but in a “this could feel better” kind of way. And the truth is—most homes don’t need a big overhaul.They just need a reset. But first... Download the May Home Maintenance Checklist now! May Checklist.pdf this HOUSE | your HOME So this month, instead of adding more to your to-do...
5 months ago • 2 min read
FLASH SALE!! Hi there, Mother’s Day is just two weeks away, and today is the perfect chance to check one more thing off your list—without the last-minute stress. I’m running a one-day sale on some of my favorite items that make thoughtful, practical gifts (the kind that actually get used and appreciated long after the day is over). Here's a link to my shop: https://writeitdownsociety.etsy.com Whether you’re shopping for your mom, a new mom, a grandmother… or even yourself (because you deserve...
5 months ago • 1 min read