crate and barrel Archives – Christiann Koepke

Mother’s Day will be here before we know it – happening Sunday, May 12! I know it can be overwhelming to decide what to give to that special Mom -or- Mother figure /mentor in your life. As always with …

Suddenly it’s springtime in Portland and all I want is to fill my home with vibrancy! Neutrals will always have a place in my heart, but to be honest, right now I’m seriously color crushing. As always, I have you …

Spring is springing and I’m all about finding delicious recipes for cozy tea-time while also fending off the flu—cue, elderberries! We’ve been experiencing more sunny days here in Portland and on the west coast the last couple weeks – …

Working from home is amazing. But only if you have a space that you love. How many times have you slid last weeks mail pile aside on the dining room table and opened your laptop? That’s definitely real …

There is no better time than the present to spruce up your bathroom. New colors are a great way to start the new year. Given the amount of time we spend in our bathrooms, I guarantee you will be happy …

My favorite part of the holidays is baking! As much as I love cakes and pies, there is a special place in my heart for cookies. They are fun to make and easy to eat or package as gifts. So, …

You deserve to enjoy everything about the holidays and this certainly includes decorating! I think it’s one of the best parts of this time of year ; ). And so, I highly recommend gathering a few friends to help you. …

As you know, I am all about the seasons (and the in-between seasons). It is the perfect time to spruce up your home. One of my favorite Fall colors is green. Emerald green. As the leaves change outside you can …

Hi sweet friends! You all know that I’m all about new seasons. The beauty the change brings is one of the most refreshing things in life to me. The transition from a warm summery season to cool nights is what …

Here we are, already at Summer’s end! It’s hard to imagine, but — I love that the upcoming holiday; Labor Day, allows for time to reminisce and savor the sweetness of the last season. It’s the perfect time to transition …