The holidays have a way of convincing us that every surface needs a ribbon, a reindeer, or a bowl of something sparkly. But festive doesn’t have to mean crowded. The goal is charm, not the North Pole after a clearance sale. With a few intentional swaps and edits, you can bring in holiday cheer without sacrificing your sanity, or your tabletops. Read on, to learn more.

When you hear the word home, I hope your reaction isn’t to focus on your to-do list—paint touch-ups, mystery piles, and the bathroom you keep intending to upgrade. Ideally, home evokes thoughts of favorite people, favorite meals, inside jokes, and the kind of everyday moments that turn into “remember when…” stories. Yes, some of us genuinely enjoy moving furniture and choosing paint colors (guilty 😊), but underneath it all, there’s a deeper reason we keep tinkering with our spaces. We’re trying to create a place where the people we love will someday look back and think, “Those were some of my favorite memories.” That, more than anything, is why home matters—especially as the holiday season starts to peek around the corner.

When the weather cools, it’s tempting to pack up every seashell and lemon-patterned napkin in sight and redecorate from scratch. But fall decorating doesn’t have to mean starting over. With a few smart swaps, you can stretch your summer décor into a new season — no bonfire for your beachy pillows required.

Here are some simple, affordable ways to make the transition smooth and stylish.

The days are shorter, the air is cooler, and suddenly iced tea feels gives way to pumpkin latte. Fall is when your home begins to regain its favor from the great outdoors. To seamlessly make the shift, you don’t need to overhaul your décor. A few well-placed touches can transform your rooms into spaces that invite cozy relaxing with a mug of hot cider.

Tis the season for gift buying and if you have someone in your life who loves all things DIY and crafting, I’ve got some great gift ideas for you!  They are thoughtful, useful, and won’t completely empty your piggy bank.  I mean, what else could you ask for?  Okay, let’s get going!

Quick! The holidays are coming and your people will demand treats. You do not want to disappoint these hangry people, so in the (saint) nick of time, I’m here to save the holiday with four super easy treat recipes.

Ah, the holiday season! The air is crisp, lights are twinkling, and your friends and family are about to visit (invade) your home. But don't panic! With a few easy steps, and some deep breathing, you can prepare for a less stressful, more enjoyable holiday season. One big helpful step is to get your home prepared to welcome the loved ones (invaders). The first bonus step is to pour yourself a glass of holiday cheer, read the five tips below, and create your plan.

Forgive me. Relying on bad Easter puns in a blog headline is not only cheep humor, it’s a hare irresponsible. Now let’s move very quickly to this week’s post. Just in time for the season, I’m happy to share some fun tips for decorating Easter eggs. Ready? Let’s hop to it!

In this last post of 2023 I wish you, and your home, the happiest of holidays! If you’ve read my blogs, you know I think of a home as having a heart and soul and personality, so the sentiment seems appropriate. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your support. You’ve helped make this a pivotal year for The Redesign Habit and that is an amazing gift I will always treasure. No matter where our business journey takes us, I’m grateful to have your support during these first, most scary and challenging steps.

Happy holidays to you! Many of us are starting to feel the “holiday crunch,” and no I don’t mean a tasty treat – although treats are on my mind, and in my tummy, lately. I mean the feeling that there’s too much to do and little time and money to get it all done. The three recipes that I am going to share with you today will make at least part of your holiday planning a little easier and certainly more delicious!

Summer is officially here! Results may vary, depending on your location. Here in Southern California it finally feels like summer has arrived. We are lovin’ those epic rays! And warmer weather means more outdoor time, so read on to learn five tips to help you make your outdoor space even more enjoyable. No rocket science here, just a few simple ideas you may not have considered lately to make your outdoors become the “great” outdoors.

Today’s blog continues my holiday tradition of trying to make the holidays easier and sweeter for you. Everyone is very busy at this time of year and budgets are stretched, so my gift to you are these super simple recipes that are fairly inexpensive to make. Placed in colored cellophane, tied up with pretty ribbon or placed in a cute little basket lined with festive fabric or tissue paper, and you’ll have wonderful homemade holiday gifts for everyone from teachers to neighbors.