When life feels cluttered or the house seems incomplete, I use these simple tips to refresh my space and truly love my home again. Start by purging clutter each season—get rid of anything you haven’t used in the past year. Follow that up by only keeping items that truly bring you joy; this means parting […]

Chalking is all the craze right now.  Christmas is a great time to use chalk to write messages, quotes and holiday lingo.  You can use chalk on almost anything by adding chalkboard paint to any surface.  Below are my top 10 ways to incorporate chalk to add to your holiday cheer! #1-Make a sign using wood panels and add […]

Game rooms are the extra bonus rooms that usually look like they have been thrown together with leftover decor.  Because the game room is often a gathering place for enjoyable activities, why not have your decor be fun and festive!? I have put together a board consisting of bright colors and unique items to give you an idea. […]

Fall is here and one staple we use to decorate with is the pumpkin. Do pumpkins have to be plain orange or carved with a scary face? Absolutely not! Pumpkins can be any color and embellished to fit your fall décor.  Let’s get crazy!! Below are a few examples: -Use thumb tacks to spell a word. […]

Turn an old suitcase into a storage ottoman – just add a foam cushion and some fabric to create a stylish seating piece. Transform an old window into a picture frame – using a bit of wood, paint, and a few hooks, you can make a beautiful frame for your artwork. Re-purpose an old dresser […]

Not long ago, a Dallas field editor for  Better Homes and Gardens Special Publications saw my home on Instagram (@courtneywarrenhome) and messaged me to send her some scouting photos. As I held my breath and prayed, she contacted me. She loved the house and would be shooting it for a Better Homes and Gardens Special Publication called Best of Flea […]

  7 simple steps to style like Joanna Gaines: Love that cozy, lived-in Fixer Upper look? Down-to-earth ways to bring Joanna Gaines’ style into your own home—think shiplap, open shelves, neutral tones, and a little greenery. It’s easier than you think (and doesn’t require moving to Waco). When I ask my design clients whose design […]

When life feels overwhelming and your home isn’t quite the sanctuary it should be, it’s time to take a step back and make small changes that can have a big impact. By incorporating a few simple tips, you can transform your space into a place that truly feels like home. From purging clutter seasonally to […]

The Texas winter sun coming in my living room windows makes me feel a little brighter every time I pass by! I love my Dallas, Texas home! Want to see all the changes we made to this house? It has been remodeled from top to bottom.  Updates: Remodeled the kitchen and the breakfast nook Restored […]

With the click of a button, I can see my top 10 Instagram photos of the year! Isn’t technology cool!!?? Some of the highlights are the open galvanized open shelving brackets,  lighting used on Fixer Upper, cotton stems, barn doors, and oversized clock with a vintage corbel. Working on design continues to tbe a creative and […]