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Not everything needs to be a splurge... but knowing where to invest can make all the difference. One thing we always try to strive in every project is that balance between 💛

investment worthy and budget friendly... Those pieces that deserve the extra moolah and the ones where a thoughtful, affordable find works just as well.

This is just a quick look at some of our go-to spend vs. save moments. We always recommend investing where it counts long-term, like craftsmanship and comfort (cue the pieces that are going to get the most use such as sofas and dining tables) and saving on things you can easily upgrade or swap down the road. That mix is what creates a space that feels layered, lived-in, and uniquely yours.

Later this week, we’re sharing part 2, including actual brands we trust for saving and some that are totally worth the splurge, plus shoppable picks we’d recommend again and again.

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Today on the blog at 3pm PST: Not everything needs to be a splurge... but knowing where to invest can make all the difference. One thing we always try to strive in every project is that balance between 💛 investment worthy and budget friendly... Those pieces that deserve the extra moolah and the ones where a thoughtful, affordable find works just as well. This is just a quick look at some of our go-to spend vs. save moments. We always recommend investing where it counts long-term, like craftsmanship and comfort (cue the pieces that are going to get the most use such as sofas and dining tables) and saving on things you can easily upgrade or swap down the road. That mix is what creates a space that feels layered, lived-in, and uniquely yours. Later this week, we’re sharing part 2, including actual brands we trust for saving and some that are totally worth the splurge, plus shoppable picks we’d recommend again and again.

Last week, our entire family, 15 of us, came together in Hawaii to celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday.

It was the first time in over eight years that we’ve all spent more than a single day together.

When we moved to Bend, we needed space, physically and emotionally. We’d been through some big, life-altering family challenges, and even though we used to do everything together, distance felt necessary. At the time, I told myself, It’s just a 3.5-hour drive, but life has a way of making visits harder than they should be. And sometimes… I just didn’t want to make the drive.

But last week? Those old reasons for space started to fade. We laughed until our cheeks hurt, played pickleball in the Hawaiian sun, cooked meals together, stayed up late playing cards, and told the same old stories that somehow never get old.

The highlight for me was watching my dad, absolutely beaming. Laughing, teasing his grandkids, looking around at his family with pride. His joy is something I will hold onto forever.

Family isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s messy, complicated, and hard to navigate. But being together almost always feels better than being apart.

So take the trip. Try the new thing, even at 80. Watch the sunset together. Share the wine and the stories. Make the memories you’ll carry long after the bags are unpacked.

Mom and Dad, thank you for showing us what family really means, and for giving us this week we’ll carry for the rest of our lives.

And because there’s more to this story than I can fit here, I’m sharing a deeper, more personal reflection in Sunday’s subscriber email. Please tell me you’re subscribed—you won’t want to miss it. 🤍

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Last week, our entire family, 15 of us, came together in Hawaii to celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday.
 It was the first time in over eight years that we’ve all spent more than a single day together. When we moved to Bend, we needed space, physically and emotionally. We’d been through some big, life-altering family challenges, and even though we used to do everything together, distance felt necessary. At the time, I told myself, It’s just a 3.5-hour drive, but life has a way of making visits harder than they should be. And sometimes… I just didn’t want to make the drive. But last week? Those old reasons for space started to fade. We laughed until our cheeks hurt, played pickleball in the Hawaiian sun, cooked meals together, stayed up late playing cards, and told the same old stories that somehow never get old. The highlight for me was watching my dad, absolutely beaming. Laughing, teasing his grandkids, looking around at his family with pride. His joy is something I will hold onto forever. Family isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s messy, complicated, and hard to navigate. But being together almost always feels better than being apart. So take the trip. Try the new thing, even at 80. Watch the sunset together. Share the wine and the stories. Make the memories you’ll carry long after the bags are unpacked. Mom and Dad, thank you for showing us what family really means, and for giving us this week we’ll carry for the rest of our lives. And because there’s more to this story than I can fit here, I’m sharing a deeper, more personal reflection in Sunday’s subscriber email. Please tell me you’re subscribed—you won’t want to miss it. 🤍

Café curtains are the move when you want to make a guest room feel instantly cozier and charming... Without doing a full refresh.

We had these custom made through @pepperhome and couldn’t recommend them more. The process is super clear (even when it comes to measuring!), and the quality is so good.

Here are the exact details we used for ours:
• Fabric: Flour
• Style: Pinch Pleat
• Width per panel: 25”
• Placement: Double paneling to open fully on each side of the window

It’s a small touch that makes a big difference, especially in guest spaces where you want softness and privacy without losing light.

Also works beautifully in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms... Or any space that needs some personality or even to hide open storage like we did in our pantry!!

Save this post for your next window moment.

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Café curtains are the move when you want to make a guest room feel instantly cozier and charming... Without doing a full refresh. We had these custom made through @pepperhome and couldn’t recommend them more. The process is super clear (even when it comes to measuring!), and the quality is so good. Here are the exact details we used for ours: • Fabric: Flour • Style: Pinch Pleat • Width per panel: 25” • Placement: Double paneling to open fully on each side of the window It’s a small touch that makes a big difference, especially in guest spaces where you want softness and privacy without losing light. Also works beautifully in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms... Or any space that needs some personality or even to hide open storage like we did in our pantry!! Save this post for your next window moment.
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