After two years of slowly transforming our primary bedroom, I am so excited to finally be writing this blog post. When we moved into this house at the very end of 2019, our bedroom was reminiscent of a big box showroom. We had a full matching furniture set, no artwork, and a hodgepodge of generic decor that we brought over from our first apartment. For the first year and a half, we were more focused on designing and decorating the public spaces that other people would see, so our bedroom took a back seat. While the room was functional and met our needs, it did not feel cozy, relaxing, or inspi ..read more

I shared a photo of some white chicken chili we made on Instagram a few days ago, and I got so many messages asking for the recipe! As someone who loves some spice (give me all the jalapenos) and hates beans, this is a little different than your typical white chicken chili recipe… but it is SO good! It’s one of my favorite go to meals all year round because it’s easy, delicious, and heats up well if you want to have the left overs for lunch the next day. So, without further ado, here is our take on a creamy white chicken chili! Disclaimer: Some links contained in this post are affiliate links ..read more

After many requests to share the recipe for our homemade ravioli soup, today is the day! We make this creamy, tortellini style soup with homemade ravioli (because tbh, it’s way easier to make than tortellini) and it is SO delicious. Quite possibly one of my favorite meals we cook at home. So without further ado, let’s get cooking! Cookware is from Caraway Home Disclaimer: Some links contained in this post are affiliate links. That means that if you click on the link and purchase an item, I get a small percentage of that sale at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate and member of the lik ..read more

In the age of digital downloads and mass produced artwork, original, handmade pieces can add such a special touch to a space. Don’t get me wrong — I love the ability to download artwork online and have it printed to virtually any size, as well as the convenience and affordability of artwork from places like Target and Hobby Lobby, but there is something about mixing in pieces that someone created with their own two hands that makes a space feel special, unique, and curated. On top of that, purchasing original pieces, whether that be from artists themselves or secondhand, can help support indiv ..read more

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE a good charcuterie board. There is just something about meat, cheese, and carbs that goes oh so well together. Recently, my husband and I found a local restaurant that lets you build your own charcuterie board, and it is just SO good. I wish more places did this! I love getting to choose things I know I’ll like, while also having the opportunity to try new things. I also love that we usually eat everything we pay for, since we get to pick out all the things. charcuterie board and drinks from our last trip to Domaine South All that said, eating here has inspi ..read more

So if you asked me what my home decor weakness was, the answer would 100% be pillows. I don’t know what it is, but there is just something about a good pillow cover that sparks joy for me! So naturally, one of my inevitable hobbies is browsing the world wide web for pillows, and putting together digital pillow combinations (since I sadly cannot buy them all). As someone who likes to have the same pillows out all year round (with the occasional switch here and there), I personally try to shop for pillows and pillow covers that will work for any season, rather than buying lots of pillow covers t ..read more

If you’ve stumbled upon this post, I can only assume that you’ve been on the hunt for the perfect modern traditional nightstands that are high quality, yet somewhat affordable, and, in your search, you’ve come across the Anthropologie Washed Wood nightstands quite a few times. They have the perfect modern traditional look, with gorgeous details, intricate brass hardware, plenty of storage, and are a great size and height. Additionally, they have a semi-affordable price tag (relative to other pieces of a similar style and quality) , especially during one of the regular furniture sales Anthro ru ..read more

Merry (late) Christmas friends! I know the day after Christmas is a little late in the game to be sharing a blog post on decorating for the holidays… but I really wanted to get a holiday home tour up, and, to be honest, this is when I had the time to sit down and write it. Better late than next year right? I genuinely just enjoy seeing how other people have decorated their homes for the holidays though, so I hope you enjoy scrolling through these photos as I share our home with you. Plus, the end of the season is a great time to get some ideas for next year, because all of the Christmas decor ..read more

This year, a friend and I stumbled upon a holiday wreath making workshop at a local flower farm and made our very own fresh wreaths for the very first time! There was a popcorn and candy bar, fun Christmas music, a bonfire complete with mulled wine and hot cocoa, and an abundance of fresh winter greenery for crafting the perfect Christmas wreath. This was such a fun and festive experience that I hope to make a holiday tradition in the coming years! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Whatley (@stayhomestyle_) If you can find a local workshop to attend, I would absolutely ..read more

Okay, so I know it’s a little bit ironic for someone with a blog called Stay Home Style to be writing about traveling (aka, not staying home), BUT, I took a poll on Instagram after our most recent trip to Franklin, TN, and a lot of people seemed interested in a blog post on traveling to Franklin with your dog… 100% of people who voted to be exact. So… we’re doing the dang thing! Keep reading for all the details on how we spent a weekend in Franklin, TN with our pup, including our essentials for traveling anywhere with your dog, my favorite home finds from our trip, and things on our Franklin ..read more