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Tips for Embracing Fall

As the weather cools down and leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and red, it’s the perfect time to transition your home decor for the fall season. Fall is one of my favorite times of the year because it gives us the opportunity to embrace warm, inviting, and cozy elements that make our spaces feel like a comforting retreat. Below, I’ve gathered some of my favorite fall decor ideas that will help you transform your home into an autumn haven.

1. Rich, Warm Color Palette

One of the easiest ways to bring the fall season into your home is by swapping out your summer hues for a more fall-inspired palette. Think burnt oranges, deep burgundies, mustard yellows, and warm browns. These colors evoke a sense of warmth and can be used throughout your space in throw pillows, blankets, and even art prints.

Here are some of my favorite fall florals in that moody burgundy hue:

Tap the links below to shop this collection from ShopHollyJHome.

See the entire Fall Florals Collection below or click here: Fall Floral Collection

In my post Harvest Tablescape Featuring the Martha Stewart Collection I use various oranges and browns to accent the white dinnerware for this perfect fall setting. This is a great way that you don’t need to break the bank with new dishes, but instead add color in other ways. Sources for this table are linked in the post above. Just click on the link and scroll down to find the sources.

2. Pumpkin Accents

What says “fall” more than pumpkins? Whether real or faux, pumpkins are a must-have for fall decor. You can find ceramic or wooden pumpkins in neutral shades for a minimalist look or opt for traditional orange ones to give a pop of color. My shop has a large selection of various pumpkins such as glass, ceramic, felt, and wooden. Each of the items in this shop are hand-selected and things I use in my house throughout the year!

Line them up on your mantel, use them in a centerpiece, or place small ones on side tables or shelves for a subtle nod to the season. This fall tablescape has a wide variety of pumpkins used and shows how beautiful an assortment of pumpkins can make any space.

3. Cozy Throws & Pillows

Layering throws and pillows is an excellent way to instantly warm up any space. Look for soft, chunky knits or faux fur textures to add comfort. Throws in autumnal colors like rust or earthy greens draped over your couch or armchair not only add style but also invite you to snuggle up on chilly nights.

Cozy Throw Blankets and Pillows for Fall

4. Rustic Elements & Natural Materials

Fall decor thrives on natural, rustic vibes. Incorporate wood, wicker, and metal elements to add warmth and charm. Consider swapping out your modern decor for a more cozy cottage-inspired look by adding wood vases or pots, Fall stems or branches, or wicker baskets filled with cozy blankets.

Nature-inspired Decor: Fill vases with artificial or real dried flowers, wheat stalks, or pampas grass to bring the outdoors in. You can also gather pinecones, acorns, and autumn leaves from your yard for a natural touch. Here are some of my favorites for fall:

This is my all-time most popular Fall Flower Arrangement. Click the link for the details on how I made this!

5. Candles

The shorter days of fall make lighting more important than ever. Swap out bright, summery lights for softer, more ambient lighting. Candles are an essential part of my fall decor—especially in warm, seasonal scents like cinnamon, apple, and pumpkin spice. Place candles in varying sizes on your mantel, dining table, or even your bathroom for a soft, flickering glow that feels magical.

Pro Tip: Mix candle holders of different heights and styles to create a layered, dynamic look.

6. Festive Wreaths & Door Decor

Don’t forget about your entryway! A fall-themed wreath can make your home feel welcoming before guests even walk through the door. You can find wreaths adorned with dried leaves, berries, pinecones, or pumpkins to match your fall aesthetic.

7. Harvest-Inspired Centerpieces

If you enjoy hosting fall gatherings, a harvest-inspired centerpiece is the perfect way to dress up your dining table. Whether you use a wooden tray filled with pumpkins, candles, and greenery or create a cornucopia overflowing with gourds, fruits, and nuts, this kind of centerpiece will bring fall vibes to any meal. Sources for this table are here.

I have a large collection of harvest-inspired tablescapes that are perfect for some Fall inspiration

Create your warm fall space!

Decorating your home for fall is all about creating a space that feels warm, inviting, and full of seasonal charm. By incorporating a mix of pumpkins, rustic elements, ambient lighting, and cozy textiles, you’ll be able to celebrate autumn in style. Whether you’re hosting family dinners or simply enjoying a quiet night in, these fall decor ideas will help you make the most of the season.

What’s your favorite fall decor tip? Let me know in the comments below!

xoxo,

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Preparing for Guests: Ideas on How to get a Bedroom and Bathroom Guest Ready

I have had many requests to share how I get my guest bedrooms and bathroom ready for when we have company so I put together this post sharing all the things I like to do to make our guests who come to stay with us feel warm and welcome when they are coming to visit. Keep scrolling for my tips on how to prepare your home for guests.

The Guest Bedrooms

I have two guest rooms at our home in Utah and I recently did a little refresh of both bedrooms. I updated the bedding in both rooms and figured this was the perfect time to share the things I do to get the guest bedrooms and bathroom ready for company.

Did you notice the pineapple on the left side of the bed? I learned from a friend of mine who is from the south, that pineapples are the sign of hospitality so I put a pineapple on the nightstand!

Navy Blue Guest Room

To refresh the blue guest room I switched out the bedding with this new comforter and sham set from the Martha Stewart Collection at Macy’s.

I added new white sheets and they have the prettiest stitching detail.

I added the new pillow shams on top of the sleeping pillows then added a throw pillow. I usually add a light or heavy blanket under the comforter depending on what season it is.

Light Blue Guest Room

To refresh the light blue guest room, I also added new bedding from Boll & Brach as well as some new throw pillows and this gorgeous blanket from Minky Couture.

 Jack and Jill Bathroom

The two guest rooms share a jack and jill bathroom so I refreshed that as well. There are two vanities and a separate area for the shower and toilet. There is also a linen closet to store fresh towels, bedding, and toiletries.

Special Touches to Make your Guests Feel Welcome

I like to add special touches to each bedroom and bathroom.

Launder the Bedding

I always launder all the bedding and make sure everything is fresh and clean. I like to make the bed with lots of pillows and I usually add a pretty throw blanket at the end of the bed or in a basket.

I always have a mattress cover on my beds to protect the mattress and I put pillow case covers on the pillows too.

Clean, Dust, and Vacuum

I give the room a good cleaning which includes dusting, and if needed, (if you have a pet) I use a lint roller on the comforter to make sure there’s no lint or hair of any kind on the bedding. The last thing I do is to vacuum.

Add Flowers to the Dresser or Nightstand

I like to add fresh or faux flowers to the room. What says “welcome to my home” more than a vase full of flowers?

I arranged some faux apple blossom stems in a vase for the blue room and for the other guest room I added some faux hydrangeas to a glass vase.

Put Water on the Nightstand

I put a glass and carafe full of water on the nightstand in case my guest get thirsty in the night.

Sometimes I leave chocolates on the nightstand if I remember to do this!

I love this little carafe and the glass that goes on top of it. It’s perfect for a guest room.

I like to add candles to each room too. They are both decorative and smell nice too. You can also add a decorative reed diffused to your guest room or bathroom.

Special Touches in the Guest Bathroom

I like to add some items to the bathroom for my guests to use when they are here visiting. These extra things also make your guests feel welcome. The first thing I do is clean the bathroom.

Once clean, I lay out a pretty bar or soap or some body wash and a new bath scrunchy for my guests to use. I also add fresh or faux flowers. Here I used faux lambs ear in a sea glass vase and set it in the corner.

I only use white towels in my home. I like to bleach my towels to keep them fresh and germ free. Adding bleach to the washer with your white towels ensures that they are clean and smell good. I also use fabric softer to keep them fluffy and soft. I promise you’ll never have smelly towels if you bleach them.

I love these towels from the Martha Stewart Collection at Macy’s and I like to leave them out on the counter for my guests or in their bedroom on the stools at the end of the bed.

Another special thing I like to do is leave a bathrobe out in the bathroom or hanging in the bedroom. This is another added touch that reminds me of going to a hotel. We jokingly call our home the “Holly Hotel” because we have a lot of visitors so this is fitting!

My favorite place to buy soft and fluffy bathrobes is Keiki Co.

I also leave a magnification mirror (for those of us that are blind!), a basket of hand towels, hand soap, and cotton balls and Q-Tips. I leave extra toothpaste and new toothbrushes, (my husband is a dentist so we always have a lot of them) and razors in the drawer.

I also leave bathroom spray or poo-pourri and flushable wipes on the back of the toilet. I leave extra toilet paper and sanitary items just in case someone needs them. Sometimes I fold over the last square of toilet paper into a triangle and then press it into the bottom of a wet faucet. This imprints the toilet paper like you see in hotels.

Here’s a few more photos of each of the guest bedrooms and the bathroom.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed reading this post and that you found it helpful in preparing for guests. If you don’t want to miss a post from me, make sure to subscribe to my blog and follow along with me on Instagram @homewithhollyj.

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The Birch Lane Sale of Year in Celebration of Wayday

Birch Lane: SITEWIDE SALE

Who doesn’t love a good sale? I look forward to the Birch Lane sale of the year in celebration of Wayday every year! I’m always on the lookout for a great deal and I’ve been waiting for the sale to purchase some of the items I want for my home. I so excited to partner with Birch Lane and share the items I have in my home, as well as the items I’ve been crushing on! For the next 48 hours Birch Lane is offering up to 50% off throughout their site with FREE SHIPPING on everything! How awesome is that?!

Sale dates are: April 28th – Thursday, April 29th 2021 (12am 4/28 – 3am 4/30).

Birch Lane believes that home is a place that feels like family. They offer timeless styles of furniture and decor made for today, hand-selected and sensibly priced to help you create a lasting, welcoming space. Click here to see all the amazing deals at Birch Lane!

I can’t resist a great sale so I have picked out my Birch Lane home decor favorites and am sharing them all here!

This post contains affiliate links and is sponsored by Birch lane.

This is the Watson bed that I have used in a few different rooms in my house!

The chair is the corner is called Bloomington Chaise Lounge Chair and I have it in the Newton Nobletec fabric.

I recently updated the bedding, added these new night stands, lamps, and the chandelier.

Here’s all the links to the items in my guest room!

BIRCH LANE SALE

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How to Update Lighting in Your Home with Ferguson Showrooms

Choosing lighting can be a little intimidating and depending on the size of your project, it can also be overwhelming. That’s where Ferguston Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery showrooms come in! Keep scrolling for tips on updating lights in your home.

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, and Lighting Showrooms 

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting showrooms are where your plans for a dream kitchen or bath turn into a reality. Whether you’re starting a renovation or building a home from scratch, Ferguson is there to help you every step of the way.

One thing I really love is the variety of lighting. They have traditional to contemporary and every style in between. They have a vast selection of plumbing, lighting, and appliances from top manufacturers that are beautifully showcased in their state-of-the-art showrooms.

Additionally, Ferguson product experts have years of industry experience, which I found so helpful in choosing my lighting for this project and are also knowledgeable about the latest product trends and the building and remodeling process.

Schedule a Virtual Consultation

While many of the Ferguson showrooms across the country are beginning to reopen, you can schedule a virtual appointment. If you are able to go to a Ferguson in person, you’ll be amazed at the world class showroom and the variety of top, on-trend brands like Park Harbor.

When I began this process of updating our lighting, I wasn’t able to go into the Ferguson showroom in Seattle. I was delighted to be able to do a virtual appointment with one of the expert design associates. As I mentioned earlier, I was a little intimidated choosing lighting for this project.

One of the main reasons I was intimidated and a little nervous with this project was because I wasn’t sure on the sizing or what type of lighting to choose for my living room. The other part was that this space in my living room had never had lighting. I don’t know why but when we built the house, it was not really presented as an option from our builder and for eighteen years, we haven’t had a light in this room! The only lighting was from the lamps I had on end tables and the room has always been too dark for me.

The design associate (Hannah) was so helpful and walked me through the process and how to pick the right type of lighting for this space. We also had to run electrical and drill a hole in the ceiling so this became a much larger project than I had envisioned, but Hannah helped me and gave amazing tips on updating lights from start to finish.

Before and After

Here you can see the room before without the pendant light.

Using Lighting to Update a Space Without a Full Renovation

I have a lot of darker colors including black in my living and dining room spaces so I wanted something to work with the existing decor. I’m not quite ready to do a full update of these spaces and felt like adding and updating lighting was a more effective way to update the space without breaking the bank or taking on a bigger project.

I chose the Park Harbor Henrico Pendant light for the living room space. It was the perfect match for this space. The black and brass colors in the light really contrasted well with my existing decor and also added some much needed lighting to this space.

I also added this same pendant light to our entryway (the larger size) and I can’t believe how amazing both lights look. The old chandelier we had was original to the house circa 2003 and to be honest, I never liked it to begin with!

Outdoor Lighting

I also changed out the front porch can light with a pendant light and that also was an amazing transformation! The existing can light didn’t put out much light and I didn’t like how dark our porch and walkway area were. We live out in the foothills of the cascade mountains away from the city lights and it can get very dark here. The new pendant light puts out so much more light and because it hangs down lower, it lights up our entire walkway up to our porch. Keep scrolling for more tips on updating lights.

Since I updated the pendant porch light, I figured I might as well update the pillar lights at the end of our driveway. Those were original to our home too. We have a circular driveway and two pillars on each side so I needed four post/pillar lights.

Again, what a difference this made. Now I just need to wait a little longer for the weather to warm up so I can power wash and clean the posts (we get a lot of moss here in the Pacific Northwest) and these will look good as new!

Park Harbor Lighting from Ferguson

All of the lighting I chose is from the Park Harbor line and what I love about this collection is that it embodies warmth and an empowering expression of personal style with timeless appeal. Park Harbor offers a new way of seeing the home, designed to inspire and bring the richness of a cultural journey into your home. Expertly crafted using material from a cross the globe and created with a spectrum of style influences in mind, the wide array of lighting soltutions helps make your living space uniquely your own.

That is how I feel about the pieces I chose from the Park Harbor lighting collection. They are unique and create a warmth in my home that was missing before.

Ferguson Showrooms work with both trade professionals and homeowners to ensure project selections are perfect for every project and Ferguson Showrooms has an extensive product offering that is luxurious, yet approachable.

I highly recommend using Ferguson Showroom for your next home renovation project or new build. It’s amazing how adding a new pendant light and updating some existing lighting has made such a difference in our home. The entire experience was made easier with the the help of the talented designers at Ferguson Showrooms.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you found this post helpful and that by using some new lighting, you can transform your home without a full overhaul or renovation of a space. Lighting is one option to update a room and brighten up any space in your home. I love this beautiful lighting we added to our home from Park Harbor and Ferguson Showrooms. I’ll share the sources below or comment or email me if you have any questions.!

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Fall Decor Ideas and Sources

Today I’m sharing my Fall Home Decor Ideas and Sources. This year I chose to use a mustard yellow and light blue color palette for my fall decor.

Click on these photos below for sources. The blue and yellow flowers are from Hobby Lobby and many of the items not linked are from HomeGoods.

Blue and Orange Color Palette

Last year I used a light blue and orange color palette and it’s still trending. Here are some sources to recreate this look. Click here to see more of this fall decor post.

Click on the photos below to source these wreaths and ribbon options I’ve rounded up.

Click on the photos below for the sources or you can go to this post  to see how I created this centerpiece.

Click on photos below for sources and you can also see more of this tablescape here.

Orange and Tan Color Palette

Click on the photos below for sources and you can see more of this tablescape here:

Yellow and Orange Color Palette

Click on the photos below and you can see more of this post here:

I hope you’ve found this post helpful in choosing a color palette for your fall decor and that you can find some of the items I’ve used in each of these photos. If you need help sourcing something feel free to comment or email me at homewithhollyj@gmail.com

xoxo,

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Blue and Orange DIY Fall Centerpiece

Fall is quickly approaching and I’ve already started my Fall decorating! This Blue and Orange DIY Fall Centerpiece is so easy to make and adds a pop of color anywhere you place it. I set mine in the middle of my kitchen island and I love how it turned out.

Picking my Fall Color Decor Palette

I have a lot of blue in my Highland, Utah home and decided to go with a light blue and orange color palette. I wasn’t sure if I would like it or not so I started with this faux floral centerpiece. Once I was done making this I set it out on the island on top of a round shaped wood cutting board and I knew I’d made the right choice for colors!

After placing the centerpiece on the island, I started adding other decor in the same color palette to my open shelves and the rest of my kitchen, family room, and dining room. I also used tan and ivory colors around my home to compliment the blue and orange.

Using Artificial Florals

One of the reasons I like to use artificial or faux flowers is that they last forever and you can use them over and over again. I only use high quality florals though, as that makes all the difference in the overall quality of your centerpiece or floral arrangement. Here are some of the items I used in this fall centerpiece and in my kitchen decor. I’ll link the sources below at the bottom of the post.

Tap the photos below for sources. They are also listed larger at the bottom of the post.

Here you can see how I styled the rest of the kitchen and open shelves.

Another reason I like faux flowers is that you can get almost any color in many different types of flowers. I don’t know if a burnt orange peony actually exists, but I sure love that there is a faux version available! Faux flowers are easy to arrange because you can shape and bend the stems and cut off the stems if they are too long.

I used a mix of artificial hydrangeas, peony’s, roses, and few others smaller flowers that add height and shape to the larger flowers.

How to Arrange Faux Flowers

First, pick a ginger jar or wide mouth urn or vase to recreate this look. This particular vase has a lid so I removed it and then started filling the jar with my flowers. I added three each of the roses, hydrangeas, ivory peonies, and orange peonies into the vase, and then added in the taller delphinium flowers. I always use odd numbers of flowers so 3 of each is a good formula for this type of arrangement.

I then added in some of the smaller cream colored roses on the outside and bent them over to look like they are falling out of the vase. You want it loose and not overfilled. Then add in some of the smaller orange flowers to fill in any holes. The last thing I do is check all sides to make sure there are no holes on the sides or back of the arrangement. Since this one can be seen from all sides, every part needs to look good!

I hope you enjoyed seeing how I created this blue and orange fall centerpiece flower arrangement for my kitchen island. This would also be perfect for a dining table or entry table. You could make one larger one and two smaller ones to accent the larger one and place the smaller ones throughout your home.

xoxo,

Here are all the sources (or similar options) for the fall centerpiece and some of the other items I used to decorate my kitchen. For more fall inspiration, check out my Summer/Fall Sunflower Centerpiece and my Fall Home Tour 2019

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My Highland, Utah House – Sources

I get so many questions about all the finishes and furnishings in our Highland, Utah home so I’m finally sharing the details here! In this post I will list all the information that I have on the home. Many of the furnishings are no longer available but when I can link a source for something similar I will share that info or another option at the bottom of the post.

The Story Behind the Home

We purchased the home from Rachel and Drew Parcell in July of 2016. Rachel is a fashion blogger and I had started following her on Instagram just before we bought the house. When I first saw one of her posts showing her house, I had thought it was a house I had seen in another Utah neighborhood years before called Stonegate. I even had pictures in my phone of this other home and didn’t realize they were different until I compared the photos.

The original house that the Highland house was inspired by was designed by designer Desiree Ashworth and has been featured in many magazines and blog posts. Drews parents used to live next door to the Stonegate house (so I hear) and they drew their inspiration for this home from the original french country style home. There are many of the same finishes and designs in the home and some very different, but both homes are stunning. We love that we were able to purchase the home from the Parcells. It was actually Rachel that inspired me to start blogging and she was very supportive. She warned me how much work it was and boy was she right!! I had no idea what I was getting myself into.  She was the first person to see my blog before it was published in July of 2018. I’ve loved blogging and sharing all things “home” here and on Instagram but it is a lot of time and work. Overall though, I’ve loved the people I’ve met and the friends I’ve made and I’ve learned A LOT over the past two years!

Rachels husband Drew built the home and he built their current home after selling this one to us. We have loved living in Utah part time as it allows us to see our children more often as they have all lived there off and on while in college. We live just outside of Seattle the rest of the time.

Paint Sources:

My most asked question about the house is what color is the walls and white cabinets and trim!

Wall Color: Benjamin Moore Ashwood

Trim and Cabinets: White Dove

Exterior:

The home is 100% limestone from Texas. I do not know the trim color of the house but if and when I find out, I’ll update it here.

The front doors are painted with a glazed finish. I do not have the source of the doors but I know they are from a door company in Utah.

Windows:

The windows are wood clad windows and the paint color is custom. The window contractor told me they are from Windsor Windows out of Des Moines, Iowa and they made up a name for the blue window color- Windsor Blue Green. It’s a powder coat paint finish. Window Contractor is John Valdez @johnvaldez on Instagram www.epicwd.com

Fireplaces:

Fire Places: Stone Mountain Castings and Design www.stonemt.net

Flooring

Engineered Walnut floors. The type I have is no longer being made.

Living Room:

French Country style chandelier is linked here:

Master Bathroom

Calcutta Marble Tile

Counters: Marble (not sure what type)

Shower: Marble Tile

Kitchen

Island and Counters: Carrara Marble

Island size  is 96″ x 128″

Backsplash: Cararra Marble Tile 3″ x 10″

Barstools are Restoration Hardware

Dining Room

Lighting: Hanging Pendant Lights are from Restoration Hardware but as far as I know they have been discontinued.

Dining Table is from Restoration Hardware. I’ll link other similar options below.

Dining Chairs: Restoration Hardware

Dining Chairs linked below.

Bedrooms

We have 6 bedrooms. I’ve named them by color!

Master Bedroom

The wallpaper is grass cloth and the walls are Benjamin Moore Ashwood. Trim is White Dove. The carpet is wool and I’m not sure of the name or brand. To see more details on the Master Bedroom click here:

The Blue Room

The Blue Room has wall paper in it that was put in by the previous owners. I had the source at one point but last I checked it had been discontinued. For more details on the Blue Room Room click here.

The Blue Room and The Gray Room have a jack and jill bathroom between them. Here are some photos of that room. Wall color is Benjamin Moore Ashwood and trim is White Dove.

The Gray Room

The paint colors are the same as noted above and are the same throughout the house. BM Ashwood and White Dove is the trim. To see more details on this room click here to see the Gray Room

There is also the Pink Room which I haven’t taken any photos in yet and the Black Room which I haven’t shown yet either.

You may also like these other Home Tour Posts:

Fall Home Tour Highland House 2019

Christmas Home Tour 2018

Transitional + French Country Master Bedroom

As I find out more details of the house I’ll update this post. Here are some of the most requested sources that I can link below.

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Transitional + French Country Master Bedroom

Every Spring I like to do a little update to our master bedroom so I set out to create a transitional + french country master bedroom vibe. I love the new updates to our bedroom in the Highland house and how simple it was to give it a fresh look. The main color in the bedroom before was a sea salt blue and I wanted to change it to more of a french blue color.

Here is the before:

Here is the after:

I wanted a rug that was a little bigger. This size is a 9′ x 13′ which is the perfect size for my master bedroom.

Boutique Rug: Devine Area Rug 9′ x 13″

Use my code HOLLYJ55 for site wide 55% off plus another 5% for a total of 60% off!

The Rug

An area rug can make a big statement and transform a room. It adds color and texture and instantly warms up any space. The standard rug for placing a rug under the bed is three feet from the end of the bed. Depending on the size and shape of your bedroom, you can place the rug vertically or horizontally but I prefer horizontal with the shape of my room.

I love the quality and thickness of the rug. This is my first time using a Boutique Rug and I’m so impressed with the quality and price. This is an over-sized rug which is usually a lot more expensive but this was priced extremely well.

Update Your Bedding

Another inexpensive way to update and refresh any bedroom is to update the bedding. I have collected a lot of bedding over time and I reuse the bedding for different rooms in my home. The only thing I bought that was new was the blue blanket at the end of the bed. I had purchased this awhile ago and had never used it. When I pulled it out of the linen closet, I found that it matched the new rug perfectly.

I decided to keep the rest of the bedding neutral by using an ivory colored blanket I had bought  last season that is reversible. I flipped it over to the ivory side and added a second ivory blanket underneath it that had a ruffled edge. You can see in my above, before photo, how I used the ivory blanket at the end of the bed in last years decor.

I changed out my darker throw blanket with this beautiful knitted throw and swapped out all the throw pillows too. The euro shams match the top blanket and the pillow shams match the ruffled under blanket which were a Homegoods find.

Update Accessories and Flowers

To freshen up the room, I added new spring faux flowers in a vases and added some new books and candles. I like to keep it simple in my room and I don’t like a lot of clutter. I think of it as less items I have to dust!

New Artwork

I had purchased this artwork awhile back for my room and finally convinced my husband to help me hang it up! It’s a lot larger than what I had there before and I like the bright and bold colors. I’m not sure it goes with the new colors and bedding but I don’t dare tell my husband that now! It might be staying up for awhile until I can ask him to change it back to the old artwork.

Rearrange Your Furniture 

Another way to refresh, repurpose, and reuse your existing furniture is to rearrange it! I swapped spaces with the french blue chair and the chaise lounge chair to change it up.

I also swapped the light and added a little pouffe!

Freshening up your room every springtime with these simple changes and is an affordable way to make your room feel fresh and new. I usually do a deep cleaning of my room during this time of year too. I shared that in the post here: Refreshing My Master Bedroom for Spring.

I love the reflection of the bed in the mirror!

I’m still undecided if I should hang the mirror of leave it.

The pattern on the rug is so beautiful!

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed reading this post! Please feel free to subscribe to my blog so you don’t miss any of my posts!

XOXO,

Sources:

Pompom Quilt/Shams: Ballard Designs

The nightstands and dresser were discontinued a few years ago, so sorry!

Boutique Rug: Devine Area Rug 9′ x 13″

Use my code HOLLYJ55 for site wide 55% off plus another 5% for a total of 60% off!

The bench is discontinued but I’ve linked a similar one below.

The chaise lounge chair fabric is Nobletex Platinum. Chair linked below.

Here’s another option for a chair.

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A Beautiful + Organized Master Closet

I have never shared the details of my closet and so many have asked to see more of it, so here it is! I love having a beautiful + organized master closet. I am lucky enough to have this all to myself since my husband has his own closet. I’ll also share the closet inside the closet! This is one of my favorite design features.

Some of the features I love about the closet are the size. It has plenty of room for everything you can imagine. There is plenty of drawer space in the island and a built in dresser in between the hanging sections.

This definitely makes it easier to store things and keep eventing organized. I also like how much space there is to hang everything. There is plenty of space for long and short hanging items.

The Closet Inside the Closet

The closet has a smaller closet inside the larger closet. I absolutely love this about the design. Its the perfect place to store seasonal items and other things that aren’t as pretty. I use this space to store all my workout type clothing and shoes. I have them all sectioned out within the space too. All my crossfit and yoga clothes are organized by type and color order on the bottom section and in the top section I have my soccer, skiing, and hiking clothes. In the long hanging section I have all my coats organized by color order. This makes it so much easier to find things. I also store luggage and other miscellaneous items in here.

Closet Organization Tip #1: Organize by Type of Clothing

One of the ways I keep organized in my closet it to put all my like items together. Here you can see I put all my skirts in one of the longer hang sections and dresses in another.

In the short hang section I have all my pants in one section and my tops in the other sections.

Closet Organization Tip #2: Organize by Color

Once I have everything organized by type, I organized by color. This makes it easier to find things and it also looks more appealing.

Closet Organization Tip #3: Use the Same Type of Hanger

Another thing I like to do to keep things organized and looking uniform is to use all the same hangers. My favorite are the no slip hangers. Using the same hangers throughout make everything look more tidy and uniform.

Closet Organization Tip #4: Purge Things You No Longer Wear

I think this is the hardest part for most people. I have a rule that when I bring something new into the closet, something has to go out. I don’t always discard the item immediately but I have a few drawers I use to place those items in and when they are full, I fill up a bag or two and donate them or give them away. This really helps me because it’s doable. If you don’t have extra drawer space you can use a bin or plastic bag and store in a corner until it’s full. When it’s full, that’s when it’s time to get rid of it!

Closet Organization Tip #5: Use Hooks to Hang Items

I like having hooks to hang items like your purses, scarves, and belts. These can be use to style the closet too. It’s also nice to be able to hang things up that you want to display like a pretty dress and they also come in handy when you’re packing for a trip or when you get home late at night and don’t feel like hanging up your coat right away.

What to do with your Shoes?

I am fortunate that I have a separate space for shoes. If you have the space, use the same organizational tips I’ve listed above. Sort by type and color and make sure you’re purging every so often too!

Here I’ve sorted out all my shoes into different types. I have all my wedges and summer casual shoes in one section, heels in another, boots on the bottom sections, and winter shoes and booties in another. Within those sections everything is organized by color.

Styling Tips for a Beautiful Closet Space

You can create a space that is beautiful but also organized and functional. Adding a ginger jar or vase with faux flowers is one thing that I always do if I have the space for it. Add some accessories too! I like using fashion books and empty shoe boxes to style the shelves and cubbys. Shoes and purses work great for this!

If you are limited on space add something decorative or colorful that makes you happy. I also like adding sentimental things like the silver dipped rose my husband gave me for our 25th wedding anniversary. I put it in a little glass vase and every time I see it it reminds of that special day.

You can also add some pretty bottles of perfume and accessories that display as well as organize your jewelry.

There are so many little design and styling touches you can add to your closet to make it beautiful. I like using my purses and handbags to style the shelves. Adding an ottoman or island in your closet is a nice touch if you have the space. It’s also great to have a place to sit down when you’re putting your heels on or off!

I also have a desk in my closet which comes in handy and is a great place to display things too. I actually use this space sometimes to work on my blog as it’s quiet and away from all the noise and distractions in the main part of the house.

I should probably mention the leopard carpet. You either love it, or hate it!

I hope you enjoyed the tour of my closet and learned lots on closet organization!

XOXO,

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One of my other favorite closets is from Rachel Parcell! My home is her former home and she has a lot of the same design and style in her new home. She hasn’t revealed her closet yet but I’m sure it’s coming soon! Here’s the link to her blog and if you go back aways, you’ll see you she styled the closet when she lived here. I’ve left much of it the same because I love it!

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I get asked often where I get my faux flowers, dishes, and other home decor items so I thought I’d put this post together sharing all my favorite Spring Decorating Essentials for your Home!

One of the items I added to my kitchen this year was a new pink rug. I looked for months and finally found this one and it was a steal!

I will link everything throughout the post so scroll down four sources!

The Kitchen Decor Essentials

I love having a ginger jar filled with flowers and these faux flowers are my favorite! If you take good care of them, you can use them year after year.

Faux Flowers and Branches

Ginger Jars and Vases

I also like to add flowers to other spaces in my home. To add some spring decor to my living room, I filled a ginger jar with faux blossom branches and faux pussy willow stems.

Here I used more ginger jars on the coffee table.

My Favorite Spring Dishes

Spring gives me the perfect excuse to pull out all my pink and white dishes! You can never have enough pink!

This is my Easter/Spring tablescape. I love this french blue color palette mixed with rustic wood accents.

Cake Stands, Serving Bowls, Items For Shelf Styling, and Other Spring Decorating Essentials

I love pretty cook books and books about flowers and gardening. I’ve linked some of my favorites for you.

I hope this post on Spring Decorating Essentials for your Home was helpful. Wishing you all a wonderful Spring!

XOXO,

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