My Colorado Hemma

05/31/2026

I get to start a couple of new projects this month — and first up is transforming an unfinished basement into a warm and inviting walk-out living space.

The vision:

• One-bedroom guest retreat
• Large cozy living area
• Office nook
• Wet bar
• Bathroom + laundry
• Lots of layered lighting, earthy textures, warm woods, and comfortable details designed to flow naturally with the upstairs of the home

The basement already has such good bones, so this project is less about chasing trends and more about creating something timeless, functional, and welcoming.

Sharing a few inspiration images because the dreaming and planning stage might honestly be my favorite part. 😊

Work starts in early June.

05/30/2026

Update on the little porch nest: it looks like our tiny visitor may not be a robin after all, but a mama house finch. 🪺

Apparently the blue eggs, cozy wreath nest, and her sweet little face all point to finch. She seems quite content tucked into her sheltered little corner of the porch — and honestly, watching her quietly care for those eggs has been a pretty lovely reminder to slow down and appreciate simple things.

05/28/2026

Here’s a bright spot for today. 🤍

Remember the little nest built on the wreath that used to hang on my front door? I carefully moved the wreath to a sheltered brick wall nearby after a hardworking mama bird built her nest there. I hoped she — or maybe another mama bird looking for a safe little porch nursery — might still decide it was home.

Well… today we spotted FOUR tiny blue eggs tucked inside. 🪺

From what I can tell, they may be robin eggs, which somehow makes the whole thing feel even more like spring and fresh beginnings.

After a particularly stressful couple of days, this tiny little nest unexpectedly felt like a reminder to slow down and notice the simple joys of life again. Funny how something so small can bring a little peace back into the day.

Nature is good like that sometimes.

05/09/2026

One of my favorite things about this home is that it seems to quietly welcome little visitors. First, a nest tucked into the wreath on the front door… and now this tiny bunny has decided the porch is a safe place to sit for a while.

I sometimes miss the mountain house and all the wildlife that came with it — the constant little reminders that nature was right outside the door. So maybe these small visits here in the city feel like a gentle nod that you don’t have to live deep in the mountains to still feel connected to those things.

There’s something comforting about a home that feels lived in not just by people, but by nature too. Maybe it’s the quiet. Maybe it’s the plants and corners to hide in. Or maybe these little creatures just know where they’re safe and unwelcome things aren’t.

Either way, I’m taking it as a compliment 🐇

04/12/2026

Snipped a few lilacs from the yard this afternoon… and just like that, spring feels real again.

There’s something about that color—and that scent—that stops you for a minute. Simple, beautiful, and one of my mom’s all-time favorites—which makes them feel even more special. 💜

03/09/2026

A little home experiment happened in my kitchen today.

My family gave me these beautiful wood block candle holders that I absolutely love. Each one holds a small candle vessel tucked inside… that I love burning - even daily - but the replacement candles are spendy and that adds up quickly.

So I decided to try making my own.

Turns out it’s shockingly easy — melt soy wax, add a wick, pour, and let it set. Now I can refill each candle for less than $1.50 instead of $20 each.

Same cozy glow. Much happier wallet.

I have a feeling this might turn into a new little creative hobby. I’m already looking forward to experimenting with fragrances, different vessels, and maybe even decorating the containers.

Stay tuned… there may be more candles in my future.

What fun. 🕯️

02/21/2026

It’s been quiet over here for a bit — but this piece felt worth sharing.

This goat hide stool (crafted from teak root wood) is my newest layer in the front family room. I picked it up at Rare Finds here in Highlands Ranch using Christmas gift cards from my family — which makes it even better.

If you’ve never visited Rare Finds, it’s a treasure. Their pieces are globally sourced and collected over time, not trend-driven or mass produced. Everything carries a story.

What I love about this stool:

• The organic texture against crisp white brick
• The warmth it pulls from the oak mantel and leather chair
• The subtle global edge in an otherwise Scandinavian space

It’s a small piece — but those are often the ones that make a room feel finished.

I’ll link Rare Finds below. The tag takes you to their warehouse, which is also a treat, but I tend to go to the store closest to me. They have 2 stores plus the warehouse. Denver friends - it’s worth a visit. Ask for LeeAnne. 😊

https://rare-finds.com/

01/29/2026

Thrilled to finally share that the digital edition of West + Main Home Magazine is live—and my home is featured on the cover and on pages 22–25 in the Remodel & Restore issue.

The article, Scandinavian Haven, captures exactly what I hoped this space would become: warm, light-filled, and designed for gathering—“a place where people linger over food and conversation.”

I especially loved the opening from the West + Main founders, Stacie and Madie, about “rethinking everyday rooms in fresh and functional ways.” That philosophy guided every decision in this remodel, from the open kitchen and slat walls to the seamless flow between indoors and out.

So grateful to see this chapter in print and now online. I hope you take a look - would love your thoughts.

https://issuu.com/westandmainhomes/docs/w_m_home_magazine_remodel_restore_issue?ff

Huge thanks to for the beautiful feature, for the photography, Good Wood Works for the gorgeous custom woodwork and to my amazing realtor Cyndi Schilling Jordan for believing in the vision, guiding the journey, and helping bring this Scandinavian Haven to life.

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01/18/2026

Not quite ready to say goodbye to the glow of Christmas. So the tree gets a little Valentine’s refresh. Same warm light, just a new season of love. ❤️

01/01/2026

The best part of the holidays isn’t the big events — it’s the little moments at home.

Twinkle lights you forget to turn off because they make the room feel softer.
A favorite corner that suddenly feels magical with a few simple decorations.
The kitchen that somehow becomes command central for laughter, crumbs, and “try this!” bites.

I’m soaking up the quiet glow, the cozy chaos, and the beauty in the in-between moments this season. ✨ As we start the new year, I’ll be packing up the holidays… but I’m keeping every one of these little moments.