From practical organizing tips to emotional encouragement, don't miss these ideas for intentionally pursuing peace at home. You may not know this, but Maison de Pax was born not out of a need to decorate my home (though I do love to do that) or an urge to paint all the things (though, admittedly, I like to do that, too). Instead, I began Maison de Pax in an effort to pursue peace in my home. I believe that reflection, writing, and teaching others all provide opportunities to consider ... Read More about Principle for Pursuing Peace at Home
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Best of Maison de Pax for 2021
Find out the top 10 DIY projects and decorating tips of 2021: the best of Maison de Pax. Get a head start on popular trends for 2022! Well, 2021 proved to be another year unlike any other... in so many ways. But one thing is still true: there are certain decorating posts and diy projects each year that rise to the top as reader favorites. As usual, I wanted to start the year by sharing with you the most popular DIY projects, decorating ideas, and design inspiration of these past 12 ... Read More about Best of Maison de Pax for 2021
Christmas Candlelight Home Tour
See homes all light up at night with Christmas lights in this special Christmas candlelight home tour! When I sat down to write this post, I made the mistake of singing (to the tune of "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," naturally) "It's my most favorite post of the year..." And now I can't stop! But seriously, this is my very favorite post of the year. There are few things as soothing and peaceful as a home all lit up by Christmas lights. Even better, I am joined in this ... Read More about Christmas Candlelight Home Tour
5 Tips for an Elegant + Simple Holiday Table
Hosting Christmas dinner? Don't miss these tips for an elegant yet simple holiday table! When I began dreaming of the holidays this year, two words came to mind: simple and elegant... So I've run with it this year for my Christmas decor. And I'm concluding my holiday decorating with a simple yet elegant holiday table in our Christmas dining room. Catch up on part 1 and part 2 of my simple + elegant holiday home tour! It's uncomplicated, un-fussy, relaxed, and charming... yet it feels ... Read More about 5 Tips for an Elegant + Simple Holiday Table
Elegant + Simple Christmas Decorating Ideas
Don't miss these elegant yet simple Christmas decorating ideas which make up part 2 of the Elegant + Simple Holiday Home Tour! If you missed it, catch part 1 of the Elegant + Simple Holiday Home Tour here. What began as the Elegant + Simple Holiday Home Tour part 2 quickly devolved into super simple (yet elegant ;) ) Christmas decorating ideas. Why? Because I thought you might find it more helpful than a room-by-room tour. Plus, my home is NOT decked from head to toe and tied with a ... Read More about Elegant + Simple Christmas Decorating Ideas