House Hushing

New York Times bestselling author offers an original approach to home decorating that helps readers quiet visual noise and make room for beauty, soul, and function without converting to rigid minimalism or giving into all-the-things maximalism. YOUR HOME CAN BE BOTH SIMPLE AND SOULFUL If you've ever found yourself in an endless loop of decorating and decluttering, you're not alone. We've been told that a peaceful home means a nearly empty home. But peace isn't found in emptiness; it's found in intention. Myquillyn Smith, the original voice behind House Hushing, will help you create a simple, storied home full of personality, without being overly full of stuff. In House Hushing you'll learn to● declutter backwards--a mercifully simple, revolutionary new way to make decisions about what should stay and what should go ● decorate quietly--make small, thoughtful shifts that major on impact ● style soulfully--personalize your space with pieces that matter ● live seasonally--recognize rhythms that help you create a home that supports your ever-changing life House Hushing isn't about having less for the sake of less--it's about creating clarity, comfort, and beauty that lasts, so your home can finally feel like a place to rest, gather, and belong. It's time to finally hush your house. "A smart how-to on bringing personality into one's home without clutter. . . . Filled with practical advice and hard-earned wisdom, this will help readers make their home a tranquil place without sacrificing style." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "For Smith, the key words are soulful simplicity. . . . The philosophy is an extension of her cozy, minimalist design that offers permission to do less with more while still prioritizing personalization." -- Booklist YOUR HOME CAN BE BOTH SIMPLE AND SOULFUL If you've ever found yourself in an endless loop of decorating and decluttering, you're not alone. We've been told that a peaceful home means a nearly empty home. But peace isn't found in emptiness; it's found in intention. Myquillyn Smith, the original voice behind House Hushing, will help you create a simple, storied home full of personality, without being overly full of stuff. In House Hushing you'll learn to● declutter backwards--a mercifully simple, revolutionary new way to make decisions about what should stay and what should go ● decorate quietly--make small, thoughtful shifts that major on impact ● style soulfully--personalize your space with pieces that matter ● live seasonally--recognize rhythms that help you create a home that supports your ever-changing life House Hushing isn't about having less for the sake of less--it's about creating clarity, comfort, and beauty that lasts, so your home can finally feel like a place to rest, gather, and belong. It's time to finally hush your house. "A smart how-to on bringing personality into one's home without clutter. . . . Filled with practical advice and hard-earned wisdom, this will help readers make their home a tranquil place without sacrificing style." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "For Smith, the key words are soulful simplicity. . . . The philosophy is an extension of her cozy, minimalist design that offers permission to do less with more while still prioritizing personalization." -- Booklist