Making Spaces

Hello Reader, This week, I've worked with so many of you on your spaces (yay!)- making decisions about paint and furniture layout and even creative storage options. Plus, I've had to make a lot of decisions over here with my home renovation - it made me think about this fun design game I used to play in my head... "If I could only change one thing in this room...." Because sometimes, that's all we've got. Whether, it's time or money or resources - changing one thing might be the only or best...

Hello Reader, Ever feel like you could have all the baskets in the world and still never be organized? I certainly feel that way. Years ago, I thought another bin, basket, tub, or rack would solve all of my organizational issues. Boy, was I wrong. This is a common issue - focusing more on just containing items rather than actual functional organization. I realized it was more about methods and processes (which I’ve shared in other posts) and once those are under control, then it’s time to...

Hello Reader, Every look around and think, why does it feel so cluttered in here - I don't even have that much stuff?! I know I for sure have been there - from my bookshelves to bedroom and kitchen counters. It's not necessarily that everything has to go or that I no longer want them - but either way it's stressing me out. You know the idea 'out order contributes to inner calm.' Well, there's lots of reasons for this - and, good news, easy fixes! Even if you do actually have tons of stuff,...

Hello Reader, Here we are at Week 2 of the Decluttering for Real Life series! As I improve on my organization - I'm excited to share these tips with you. Also, be sure to go to the end and click which TYPE of email content you enjoy most so I can focus on that for you :) Last week I shared the OHIO device (Only Handle It Once) which gives your brain a clever trick to handle clutter. Today, I'm sharing two types of decluttering methods that can make a big difference. Personally, I can find...

Hello Reader, We're trying new things here! While I'm usually a little camera shy, I've gotten lots of questions about my design calls so I thought I'd explain them in person! They are one of my very favorite ways to help others with their home. For me, it's not about buying more things but figuring out how to create layout, function, and color theory! Watch the short video below and learn more 🖤 (ps. I'll be back later this week with another decluttering tip) Watch Video VIDEO SUMMARY: We...

allisajacobs.com Hello Reader, It's been a wild week of packing up room in home and clearing things out due to my unexpected major home repair...but it's perfect timing for my new email series; Decluttering for Real Life. For the next several weeks, I'll share some very specific, tried and true tips to get your home more organized and easier to style. Today, let's start off with one of my all time favorite decluttering tips; the OHIO Rule... O.H.I.O You're probably wondering, "what in the...

allisajacobs.com Hello Reader, Welp, 2026 started with a bang over here. Not the kind of peaceful start I was hoping for but more like 'major water damage, displacement, and I could buy a small island for this kind of money' kind of start. It's taken me a few weeks to catch my breath and now that I have a plan (demo on the ENTIRE front of my home starts on today) - sooo, I thought it was a good time to share some tips on getting contractor bids. Funny, I wrote this post months ago after...

allisajacobs.com Hello Reader, The holidays might seem like the last time you'd want to focus on changing up your furniture or layout, but I actually think it's one of the best times! Whether we're shuffling furniture to make room for a tree, welcoming more guests than usual, or just getting cozy on the couch binging Great British Bake- Off (or, if you're like me with teen boys, Die Hard), we can start to feel some of the pain points in our home. Like spaces that don't function well or just...

allisajacobs.com Hello Reader, Ok, who's following the color of the year conversation? While I'm not a big fan of trends in general, I do love seeing how the industry predicts (or tries to predict) where we see colors making an impact in our lives. Last year, we saw a big shift towards muted colors (meaning they are less bright and have a gray undertone) and these showed up everywhere - including car colors! I must admit, I've been a little surprised by some of the choices this year. When it...

allisajacobs.com Hello Reader, Friends - oh my goodness, I created a full email for you last week and somehow never hit send! I'm blaming it on the holiday chaos. the The sentiment is still true so I'll include at the end. 😊 I'm coming to you today though, with my fireplace mantel project - I completed the fireplace earlier this year but it's finally about to shine during the holidays! Adding the mantel was way easier than I imagine. So if you're looking for a quick DIY to add or a replace a...