Learn more about the different types of outdoor furniture materials, and which is best for your climate.
Coastal decorating draws from the natural elements of the beach, like sun, wind, sand, sea, and sky. A tastefully designed coastal home encompasses a collection of rustic furniture and décor to create a tranquil atmosphere.
Want to achieve an Earthy aesthetic for your home? Get inspired and check out these earthy décor essentials for any room in your home.
Check out XO Ashley’s guide to choosing a fire pit! Learn what to look for in a fire pit, what types of fire pits are best, and where to place your fire pit.
Stay trendy with Ashley’s round-up of 2023 home decor trends! Learn more about the styles and colors that will dominate next year.
Just purchased your first home? Learn how to furnish your first home quickly and on a budget with our checklist!
Makeover your master bedroom with these easy tips to create the bedroom of your dream.
Find the best tips for sprucing up your bedding to make the perfect cozy bedroom.
Make your spring decor spring into life with these tips and tricks!
Check out how you can blend modern and traditional furniture for a cohesive look with these ideas from the XO Ashley blog.
Read our tips for how to create a peaceful home that promotes relaxation for you and your guests.
Read our Sofa Buying Guide for tips on how to choose a sofa type. Learn whether a loveseat, sectional, or sofa is best for your home.
Celebrate the arrival of summer with refreshing decor. Check out XO Ashley’s guide to decorating your home for summer.
From minimalist neutral decor to lighting, learn how to brighten up your home for spring with our minimalist decor ideas.
Learn how to make a gallery wall! Get tips and tricks for how to choose your art and frames, as well as how to arrange everything.
Learn more about the different types of outdoor furniture materials, and which is best for your climate.
Trying to achieve an effortless bohemian look for your home? XO Ashley shares our boho décor essentials and popular color palettes for this style.
Have an empty shelf on your bookcase? Go beyond books and get inspired to decorate your bookcase with ideas from the XO Ashley blog.
Shift into the new mood by personalizing your spaces with these easy updates.
Update your home with beautiful patterns and bright colors that create dimension in any space. They are a great way to liven up your home and add texture.
Music, art and good times were afoot this past weekend in Arcadia, Wisconsin – the birthplace of Ashley HomeStore – during Ashley for the Arts! Over 50,000 people enjoyed performances from dancers, acrobats, marching bands and some of today’s top musical artists, including American Authors, Kelly Pickler, High Valley, LOCASH and X Ambassadors.
Fluffy Goldendoodles, designer room tours and home decor inspired coloring books are among many inspirational tools you will find in Melissa Michaels’ crafty and chic blog; and we can’t get enough of it! Her style guides are inexpensive to initiate, simple to follow and simply gorgeous in design. Whether you’re a coastal lifer, cozy cottager or farmhouse chic fanatic, Melissa has a guide for you. See these here.
We were so pleased to collaborate with Melissa on her latest project—giving a small room a giant makeover! What was once a cramped office space, became a gorgeous guest bedroom with furnishings by Ashley HomeStore. Melissa was tasked with creating a space that will welcome guests once they unpacked their luggage. She even upped the cozy with a selection of our own quilts and nesting tables, making the guest experience truly divine.
See the full, stunning collaboration here.
Melissa has had the honor of being voted Reader’s Favorite Decorating Blogger at Better Homes and Gardens magazine two years in a row. She is also the author of New York Times Bestseller “Love the Home You Have” released in March 2015. Melissa encourages her followers to explore their home style by truly embracing what inspires and motivates them—even if it’s a little quirky!
See Melissa Michaels’ full blog here and prepare to be inspired!
Wow guests at your next dinner party with a perfectly paired cheese board. Try these pairings featuring some of our favorite cheeses, all found right in the grocery store.
Sweet apples and savory walnuts cut through sharp cheddar to create a perfect balance of flavors. 
Mild and nutty, brie is simply delectable with the rich flavors of seedless raspberry jam. Serve at room temperature or, better yet, warm and gooey.
Sweet pears balance the saltiness of this cheese while a drizzle of balsamic vinegar complements the earthy flavors.
Slightly spicy and a tad tart, blue cheese is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of honey and the nuttiness of dried figs.
Earthy oregano and a drizzle of fruity, extra-virgin olive oil beautifully complement feta’s tangy and salty qualities.
Group your cheeses with their respective accoutrements on a large board. Serve with an assortment of crackers and crusty bread, and provide plenty of cheese forks and spreaders. You can also garnish your board with grapes, berries, olives and other tidbits.
Do you have any favorite cheese pairings? Share them in the comments!
We’ve simplified how to find an ultra-relaxing recliner that fits your needs and lends blissful support during a full night of TV binging.
What needs to be done ahead of your furniture delivery? Read on for five steps to success.
Sectionals come in all shapes and sizes and can have many fun features, so how do you choose? We’ve got the tips and tricks to help you decide!
We all know that rain is good for the environment and helps the flowers bloom throughout spring and summer. But for all the good the rainy season brings, it also introduces mud and muck into the house. We have a few simple tips for making the mud more manageable while still keeping your home at its stylish best.
Area rugs not only help define open spaces like foyers and entryways, but also add a touch of welcoming warmth and splash of style. For fear of ruining prized rugs with muddy footprints, many people stow their rugs away during the rainy season. Rather than deprive your entryway of the many benefits offered by an area rug, lay down an indoor/outdoor rug that is easily cleaned and stands up to heavy foot traffic. Shop from our selection of indoor/outdoor rugs to find the season’s hottest color and pattern trends. These chic rugs protect your floors from mud and dirt while making a stunning first impression with your guests!
Keeping a heap of towels in the entryway is a common-sense approach to taming mud during the rainy season. But who wants their ratty old towels in plain view? That’s why we suggest placing a storage bench in the entryway. It not only keeps cleanup items out of sight but also offers a place to sit while you wipe your feet and remove your shoes. Win-win! Our Zenfield bench is technically designed to complement the bedroom collection by the same name, but can easily add form and function to a foyer, too.
Now that you’ve removed your muddy shoes, you need a spot to stow them. After all, no one wants to see the family’s footwear lined up by the front door. Nothing works better than a large basket to conceal the mess while letting your footwear “breathe” and dry out.
Now that you’ve mastered the cleanup and storage of your muddy rain boots, it’s time to address the raincoats, jackets, and umbrellas. Our home accents wall shelf works especially well in a foyer thanks to its bevy of hooks. With a stylish storage spot for every member of the family, there’s no excuse for an unorganized entryway.
Have any additional ideas for dealing with the messy mud season? Let us know in the comments!
Tired of looking at empty walls? Are they begging for attention? Maybe it’s time to turn drab walls into spaces splashed with personalized style. It may seem perplexing at first, but with the right tools and a touch of creativity, you can assemble gallery walls quickly.
