hello, darling!

Thanks for stopping by! I’m Karen. I live in Seattle with my husband, Tom, my kiddos Ben and Maddie, and our pup Howie (I’m smitten).

Out of all the people who live here in Coffeeland, I’m one of the very few who drink tea instead. I love baked goods, interior design, and hiking. And naps. And happy hour. I’m a fair-weather fan of our Seahawks and Mariners (because RAIN) and I love summers here the best, when it’s spectacularly gorgeous and lush and green and the mountain is most likely out. That’s what we say here in the great Pacific Northwest – “the mountain is out” – on the days we can actually see the majestic peak of Mt. Rainier because it’s not buried in the clouds.

While I LOVE having access to the city and the great outdoors and all that both have to offer, I’m a total homebody by design – on purpose. I really think home is what grounds us, and my daily intention is to create a haven where my crew and I can thrive, live, love, laugh, dream, and grow.

I’ll share with you how I try to live my best life at home, away from the craziness (or in it), with the people I love most…and where I hope to inspire you to do the same. Friends and family will always make home my happiest place to be. A close 2nd is a sunny lounge chair with an umbrella drink in a tropical location.

May your home always rise up to meet you, friend! Salut!

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