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Winter Home Reset: 5 Simple Ways to Refresh Your Home During the Quiet Season
This time of year always feels like a natural invitation to reset our home. During the warmer months, you’ll almost always find me outside, hands in the garden, tending to whatever is growing. Rarely do I begin an indoor project when the sun is shining, and there are garden beds to weed. But in the quiet months of winter, when spring still feels several weeks away, my focus gently shifts inward.
Instead of feeling discouraged by the slower pace of the season, I see it as an opportunity to give the interiors of our home a little extra love. Sometimes that looks like a deep clean—washing baseboards and cabinet doors that are easy to ignore during busier seasons. Other times, it means pulling out a paintbrush and freshening up tired trim. And occasionally, it turns into a full purging session where closets are sorted and junk drawers finally brought back to order.
10 Meaningful Books I Recommend Again & Again
At the beginning of the year, I shared my personal goals, less about doing more and more about creating margin, clarity, and peace in our everyday rhythms. So much of that mindset has been shaped by the books I’ve read over the past several years. After sharing in that post my own personal goal of reading one book a month throughout the entire year, and asking if you’d like me to share what I’ve read, the answer was a resounding “YES”! I’ve combed through my list, and today I’m sharing 10 meaningful books that are some of my all-time favorites.
A Facebook Marketplace Hutch Makeover That Fits Our Space
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s this: furnishing a home takes time. Not everything needs to be decided or purchased all at once—and honestly, that’s part of what makes it fun. Living in a space, noticing what works (and what doesn’t), and slowly collecting pieces that feel right is one of my favorite parts of homemaking. Today I’m sharing about a hutch I found on Facebook Marketplace that fits our space much better than the smaller cabinet I was previously using as a placeholder. The only thing it needed was a little makeover to transform this piece into one that looks like it belongs in our home.
Goals for 2026
At the beginning of each year, I sit down and write out a project wish list for our home. While some of these projects have been on my wish list since we moved in, taking the time to sit down and rewrite the list, noticing the projects that have been completed, and the ones yet to be tackled, helps me organize my thoughts and what I hope to accomplish around our home in the coming year. Just like my personal goals, our home goals aren’t about rushing or checking things off a list as quickly as possible. They’re about creating spaces that feel thoughtful, functional, and full of character — spaces that support everyday life while still feeling special.
My Personal Goals for 2026
At the start of each year, I take time to write down goals that feel meaningful for the season ahead. Not as a checklist to perfect, but as a guide to help me live with intention. These goals quietly shape my days, influence my priorities, and remind me of what I want to be mindful of as the year unfolds. If you read my previous post about the power of writing things down, this post is a continuation of that conversation. Today, I’m sharing my personal goals for 2026, not because I have it all figured out, but because writing them down (and sharing them) helps keep my heart and focus aligned.
Why Writing Down Your Goals Matters (And How It’s Shaping My Year)
Every January, I take time to slow down and reflect on the year ahead. I sit down with a notebook and write out my goals — the big ones, the small ones, and the quiet intentions that shape my everyday life. Some years, that means changing a habit, learning to be more present, or finding new ways to show up with purpose. Writing things down has become a grounding rhythm for me, one that brings clarity and focus as a new year begins.
Creating a Clean Slate at Home for the New Year
Happy New Year! I’ve always loved the feeling of a fresh start that comes with the new year—a new calendar, a new planner, and the sense that anything is possible. Once the Christmas decorations are taken down and put away, I like to let our home sit in that in-between space for a bit—simple, open, and calm. Before I start adding more layers back in, I take time to reset our home and thoughtfully consider what’s working and what needs a little extra attention.
Our Cozy Holiday Fireplace Mantel | Timeless Christmas Decorating Ideas
This year, I kept our holiday fireplace mantel simple, natural, and timeless—letting the textures and materials do most of the talking. Our fireplace sits right at the heart of our home, and during the winter months, it becomes a natural focal point—a place that draws you in whether the fire is lit or not. I wanted this year’s holiday mantel to feel gentle and welcoming, layered in a way that feels collected over time rather than styled all at once. If you’re looking for Christmas mantel decor ideas that feel cozy, classic, and not overdone, this holiday fireplace mantel is a perfect example of how less really can be more.
How to Make a Simple Winter Planter (Easy DIY for your Porch)
Every year, I love putting together a simple, natural arrangement for our porch—something that feels festive, a little woodsy, and beautiful all the way through the coldest months. I love creating this simple winter planter for our front porch to welcome friends and family in from the cold. The best part? It came together in under 15 minutes and uses materials you can easily find at the craft store, local greenhouse, or even in your own backyard.
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