home decor + interiors

The Ultimate Guide to Removable Wallpaper

February 27, 2020February 27, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors

I haven’t talked much about it here on the blog (YET!), but we’re in the midst of giving our van a quick makeover so that it’s cute and comfy for our climbing adventures this year. One idea that I am so excited to come to life is the new paneling we installed because I want to wallpaper it! I don’t want to deal with permanent wallpaper adhesives, so instead, I’ve been researching removable wallpaper… and there are SO MANY OPTIONS. It’s sort of overwhelming, tbh. I don’t even know how many hours I’ve spent looking at the different patterns, so I wanted to make a quick and easy guide for you to help in case you’re working on a project, too!

Celestial Removable Wallpaper

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Small Space Squad Home Tour: Kristina Rasmussen

February 24, 2020February 21, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors, small spaces, Small Space Squad

You know those homes that simply stop you in your tracks? That’s how I feel about the home of Kristina Rasmussen, aka Scandinavian Stylist. I pretty much adore everything about this small space: from the clean and crisp color palette to the natural touches sprinkled throughout. I mean, have you ever seen such sexy branches?? And don’t even get me started on the soaking tub… Kristina’s home is the ultimate in well-styled minimalism that’s also oh-so-cozy.

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Tour Our Kitchen + 5 Small Kitchen Organization Tips (video)

February 20, 2020February 20, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors, my tiny bungalow, small spaces, kitchen

I cannot believe it, but I am still under the weather from this nasty cold! Because I’ve spent so much time cooped up in our tiny bungalow, I felt like it was a good opportunity to share more details of how we live. Today is really specific: it’s all about how our small kitchen is organized. I took a quick video showing what’s inside each cabinet, how we use our storage, and a few of the storage tools I can’t live without!

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15+ Modern Candle Accessories

February 19, 2020February 17, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors

My obsession with candles is pretty well-known. I have one burning in our home at all times, basically. Not only do I love the fragrance, but I also love the romantic glow of candles. Tapers, pillars, and jar candles… YES, PLEASE. Lately, I’ve noticed a trend where there are some really fun candle accessories, like snuffers, wick trimmers, and lighters. In case you’re candle-obsessed like me, these candle accessories are just too cool not to share!

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How to Buy Plants Online + My Fave Sources to Shop

February 17, 2020February 16, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors, gardening

While nothing truly beats buying houseplants in person, sometimes it can be a struggle to find exactly the type you’re looking for! That’s why I buy plants online typically. When I first thought of this solution, I was worried about the quality — would I pay money for something to arrive wilted or even dead?? But after shopping online for houseplants a few times, I’m here to say that it’s awesome and totally something you should consider next time you’re adding to your collection! Here are a few of my favorite sources + tips for how to buy plants online.

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Chic & Stylish Gardening Tools

February 13, 2020February 13, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors, gardening

As a super-visual person, I am forever looking for stylish alternatives to everyday objects. While I don’t want to pick up anything that’s chic but not functional, I still need some beauty in my life! With spring desperately trying to arrive here in Seattle, I’m eyeing my gardens more and more. I literally cannot wait to get my hands dirty again. Any time the sun has popped out, I go out and start weeding, raking, and turning in compost. I am SO ready. I definitely have my favorite implements to use, but in case you’re looking for something I thought it would be fun to round up stylish gardening tools today!

Image source: Terrain.

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Closet Tour + How to Organize a Small Closet with GetClairefied (video)

February 12, 2020February 11, 2020By JoannaPosted in home decor + interiors, my tiny bungalow, small spaces

A few months ago (!!!), my good friend Claire Gould, aka GetClairefied, came over to teach us how to organize a small closet. Thanks to the rush of the holidays, I didn’t get a chance to edit the photos and video until now… and I am so excited for you to see this! In case you missed my post about the closet from a few years ago, my house didn’t have a SINGLE closet in it when I bought it. While renovating the bedroom, we used the Elfa system from The Container Store (which is 30% off currently!) to turn an entire wall into a closet for Sean and I to share. We’ve lived with the closest for about 3 years now and it’s been amazing. Ever on the quest to live with less, Sean and I worked with Claire to pull everything out, prioritize, and re-assess our storage habits! Here’s what happened:

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