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It becomes less about curating the “perfect” space and more about creating something that feels like it has always belonged to you. Pieces collected slowly. Corners shaped by real life. Rooms that hold memory, not just furniture. If there’s anything I hope you take from our home and this journey of learning to love where we are, it’s this: home isn’t meant to be built in a day. It’s meant to be grown into. Save this as a reminder to slow down… and tell me, what small detail in your home makes it feel most like you? 🤍 Follow along for more lived-in, heritage-inspired home ideas and everyday beauty - HomeInspiration CozyHome InteriorInspo HomeDecorIdeas HouseAndHome

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Antique inspired favorites in our home for patterned yet timeless home decor and furnishing!

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Bright, playful, and just a little bit bold 💛✨ these Printfresh finds are bringing all the color and charm into everyday moments. From feel-good fabrics to cheerful home touches, it’s the kind of style that makes getting dressed (and staying in) a little more fun.

Sharing a few favorites that instantly lift a space and your mood—because home should feel as happy as it looks 🌸🛋️ #ltkhome #ltkstyle #springrefresh

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Antique-inspired coffee tables that feel like they’ve been collected over time 🤎 adding depth, character, and that lived-in charm every cozy space needs. Think warm woods, timeless silhouettes, and pieces that tell a story—without the antique store hunt.

Perfect for grounding your living room while still keeping things light, layered, and effortlessly styled ✨ #LTKhome #antiqueinspired #coffeetablestyle #collectedhome

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Pattern play feels intimidating until you realize you don’t have to get it “right” for it to work.

It’s one of the most overthought parts of decorating. The easiest way to start is by layering pattern in places that are easy to change:

• curtains
• pillow covers
• tablecloths
• sheets and bedding

These pieces can completely change the feeling of a room without a huge commitment.

A simple rule: mix one larger-scale pattern with one smaller, simpler one. Think floral + stripe, gingham + block print, plaid + tiny floral. As long as the colors feel related, it usually works better than you think.

The best homes aren’t perfectly matched. They feel collected, layered, and personal.

Follow along for more simple ways to create a cozy, lived-in home with character.

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The blue I get asked about constantly… and for good reason 💙

Light Blue by Farrow & Ball

Soft, calming, timeless — never too baby-blue, never too gray. It just works in every light.

We loved it so much in our bedroom that we used it again in our back entry… and I’m already obsessed all over again ✨ Reveal coming soon.

If you’ve been hunting for a versatile blue that won’t feel trendy in a year — this is it.

Save this for your future paint project 🎨

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Overalls + a striped tee = my favorite kind of easy outfit. 🤎 Comfortable enough for errands, cute enough for antique shopping, and finished off with the best neutral platform sandals.

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The anticipation that life will soon look like this is REAL!

Who is ready for sunshine, fresh greens, porch swings, and the sound of crickets humming at night?? 🙋🏻‍♀️

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A little mix of style + beauty finds I’ve been eyeing lately—pieces that feel effortless, elevated, and easy to wear into everyday life. Think soft layers, go-to staples, and a few beauty favorites that make getting ready feel simple but special.

Saving these for now… but not sure how much longer I’ll have the self-control 🤍

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Hi, I’m Tessa. 🤍

I’m a mom of four, living in a 1920s home where the windows stay open as much as possible and most of our favorite moments happen right here.

I’ve learned that the life I was chasing isn’t nearly as meaningful as the one I already have — slow days, simple meals, and a home that feels lived in and loved.

If you’re into that kind of life too, I think you’ll feel at home here. 🏡

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If this is you, comment down below and tell me … are you team coffee or tea???☕️

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I’m still collecting magazines like I’m one productive weekend away from becoming Martha Stewart.
In reality, I rearranged a corner, drank something hot, and called it a huge success. 🤍

If you love old homes, cozy hobbies, pretty paper things, and fully believe your best domestic era is always about to begin… welcome. You’re my kind of people. 🏡

Hi, I’m Tessa. Stay awhile.

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If you’re refreshing your living room for the season—start here 🤍 These Wayfair finds bring warmth, texture, and that collected-over-time feel.

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A few thoughtful pieces can completely transform a space ✨ These Wayfair living room finds are equal parts timeless and functional.

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Creating a living room that feels layered, cozy, and lived-in 🤍 Sharing my favorite Wayfair finds that make it easy to pull everything together.

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I’m Tessa. Mom to four, professional over-committer to cozy, collector of old things, and fully convinced that romanticizing your life is the fastest way to contentment… no matter where you live.

I believe in too many shelves, afternoon light, lived-in homes, and saying yes to one more beautiful thing even when it means more to clean later. Joy first, consequences second 🤍

If you feel personal seen while just reading this … let’s be friends!

When you start to understand that a lived-in home is built in the smallest details, the way you decorate begins to change.

It becomes less about curating the “perfect” space and more about creating something that feels like it has always belonged to you. Pieces collected slowly. Corners shaped by real life. Rooms that hold memory, not just furniture.

If there’s anything I hope you take from our home and this journey of learning to love where we are, it’s this: home isn’t meant to be built in a day. It’s meant to be grown into.

Save this as a reminder to slow down… and tell me, what small detail in your home makes it feel most like you? 🤍

Follow along for more lived-in, heritage-inspired home ideas and everyday beauty.

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#HomeInspiration #CozyHome #InteriorInspo #HomeDecorIdeas #HouseAndHome

Standout favorites this week ✨ These are the home pieces you all loved most—timeless, cozy, and so easy to mix into any space. Sharing the best of the best that made it into your carts 🤍 #LTKhome #homedecorfinds #cozyhome

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Hi. Are you me? 🤍

Let’s be friends! 🤗

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Shared some favorites corners of our house today in feed. I think so much of styling comes down to layering pieces.

The pieces you’ve loved most lately 🤍
Sharing your top home favorites all in one place—timeless, cozy, and designed to layer beautifully into everyday life. These are the items you keep coming back to (and I totally get why).

Save this for when you’re ready to refresh a space, or just want a few simple updates that make home feel extra good ✨

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Dreaming up our garden spaces 🌿
Rounded up my favorite garden setup finds—from raised beds to trellises and all the little details that make it feel both functional and beautiful.

Whether you’re starting fresh or adding onto what you already have, these are such good foundational pieces to create a space you’ll actually want to spend time in 🌞

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I didn’t get the pink room of my dreams growing up… and no, it wasn’t a tragic childhood event 😌

But apparently my adult coping mechanism is turning an entire room into a whimsical, vintage-inspired pink fantasy.

For the children.
Obviously. 💅

If you love vintage-inspired, moody, lived-in corners and old homes that feel layered and personal… follow along. I’m basically just over here decorating like it’s therapy ✨

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Easter basket filler and gift ideas for teens and older kids!

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Target Circle Week is officially in full bloom 🌸 sharing my favorite outdoor + garden finds to refresh your space for spring—think cozy seating, planters, and all the little details that make evenings outside feel extra special. Linking everything while the deals are good!

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Amazon has been quietly winning in the home decor department lately 👀
Rounded up some recent finds that look way more high-end than their price tags (we love to see it).

From cozy accents to everyday staples that just make your home feel better—these are the pieces I keep reaching for again and again 🤎

Saving you the scroll—everything linked here.

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Hi, I’m Tessa.

Over the last eight years in our 1920s Craftsman, something unexpected has happened. Little by little, I’ve let go of the life I thought I was supposed to build… and started embracing the one right in front of me.

A small kitchen.
An old house with quirks and character.
Life in a rural town.
Spaces layered slowly, lived in fully, and loved deeply.

This home has taught me that beauty isn’t found in bigger or newer… it’s found in paying attention, in choosing contentment, and in telling a story with what you already have.

If you’re new here, welcome. I’m so glad you found your way.

Drop a 💛 below and introduce yourself if you’re new — I’d love to know you’re here.

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