If you are following me on Instagram, then you know that we are approaching the finish line progress in the mudroom! The cabinetry and Millwork has been installed and the room has been painted. We ended up staining the tonge-and-groove ceiling and painting the rest. Now that it is painted and the ceiling is stained, I definitely think the drywall above the shiplap needs some wallpaper. So I’ve been mulling over many, many samples.

I think some pattern will be great to break up the dark paint and the ceiling stain. I want a wallpaper that ties in the green but complements the brick and ceiling, too. I am loving organic, nature-inspired patterns for this space. Something with fruit or a floral is speaking to me. I have sampled so many good ones! Here are some of the top mudroom wallpaper contenders!

1. Jasper Indian Flower Brown
2. Sandberg Maskrosen Spring Green
3. Pomona Green/Orange
4. Morris & Co Fruit Beige/Gold/Coral
5. Pirum Pear Wallpaper Yellow
6. Afton Block Print Mauve
7. Scalamandre Ginkgo Green
8. Scalamandre Raphael Green
9. Pine Green
10. Sigfrid Classic Blue
11. Vinnie Sage Green
12. Kersti Spring Green
13. Aya Floral Green 
14. Schumacher Saranda Flower 
15. Cole & Son Orange Blossom Burnt Orange/Mint
16. Ginseng Henny 

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It’s time for the finishing touches in the mudroom, including cabinet hardware. I like to think of hardware as the jewelry of the room. It’s the finishing touch that adds that extra special touch. There are few rules when it comes to hardware and mixing of styles and finishes typically achieves the best look. Because I’m leaning into some British design vibes in the mudroom, I knew early on that I wanted to incorporate wood knobs, but that I wanted to mix them with some 12″ brass cabinet pulls. We have some small drawers under the cubbies that were perfect for the knobs but the cubby doors and the armoire doors and drawers are quite large and perfect for a long pull. After sampling an 8″ and a 12″, the 12″ was definitely more appropriate. I scoured the internet for my favorite 12″ brass pulls and narrowed it down to these two:

I like them both but preferred the one on the left. I felt that the polished brass looked better against the dark green cabinetry and the streamlined style and backplate juxtaposed the chunky millwork and trim in the space.… Read more

I pulled some ceiling fan options for a project I’m working on and when I shared a few on Instagram the response was overwhelming.  I had no idea you guys would be so interested in ceiling fans! I decided to make a permanent blog post dedicated to some cute ceiling fans that won’t compromise style.

Cute Ceiling Fans

1. 52″ Pull-Chain Brass Ceiling Fan
2. Allison 52″ Fan with Light
3. 54″ Brass and White Orb Light Fan
4. Industrial LED Ceiling Fan
5. 44″ Ceiling Fan with Light
6. Craftmade 52″ Fan with Light
7. Silver 52″ Ceiling Fan
8. Industrial LED Ceiling Fan
9. Sculptaire 52″ Fan with Light
10. Industrial LED Ceiling Fan
11. White and Brass Ceiling Fan
12. Industrial LED Ceiling Fan

While I prefer to add character and set the tone for a space with a light fixture, I do appreciate the need for a ceiling fan in some cases. Here is proof that cute ceiling fans exist and can keep a space stylish. I love some of the brass and clear or white blade fan options for a kids space or bedroom. The extra detail on #8, #11 and #12 can definitely make a statement in a room.… Read more

I have been on the hunt for some new black outdoor wall lanterns to complement our existing outdoor wall sconces. Prior to our addition, we had 3 outdoor lights on the front of our house and two on the side porch area. The side porch has been demolished and the breezeway has been built in its place, as a result, those two side lights have disappeared. Since the garage has 4 wall lights I wanted the front of the house to be symmetrical so I had the electricians relocate one of the side porch lights to the front of the house so that we have 4 on the house and 4 on the garage.

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Here’s the issue. Our existing wall sconces are no longer available.

They’re gorgeous French farmhouse-style sconces from Restoration Hardware. I also think 8 of the same sconce would be too much repetition so I decided to mix styles. We’re keeping the existing sconces, moving them around a little bit, and pairing them with an additional style. I started pinning lighting that I liked and considered what would look best with our existing sconces.… Read more

The cold weather and dry air coupled with constant hand and baby bottle washing has done a number on my hands. I keep lanolin by my bedside but realized I don’t moisturize my hands much during the day and that needed to change. To help with that, I bought a hand soap and lotion sink set to keep in the kitchen. During my search for my first sink duo, I found some great options so I put together this hand soap and lotion sink set roundup.

1. Barr Co Hand Duo / 2. Union St Oat Milk Set / 3. Nest Bamboo Set / 4. Golden Hour Set / 5. Thymes Vanilla Blanc Set / 6. Thymes Lemon Leaf Sink Set / 7. White Gardenia Set / 8. Beekman Vanilla Absolute Set / 9. Wine Country Botanicals Set / 10. Hand Sanitizer & Lotion Set / 11. Magnolia Garden Scent Set / 12. Hearth & Hand Soap & Lotion Dispenser Set

I’ve always kept hand and dish soap by my kitchen sink but I’m excited to add a hand and lotion sink set.… Read more