• About
  • Shop My Stationery
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Bethann Renee

  • Home Décor
    • Beach House
    • Bathroom
    • Bedroom
    • Cleaning & Organizing
    • Family Room
    • Garden & Outdoor
    • Home Decor
    • Home Office
    • Home Tour
    • Kitchen & Dining
    • Laundry & Mudroom
    • Paint Colors
    • Renovations
  • Recipes
  • Lifestyle
    • Gardening
    • Travel & Recreation
    • Real Life
    • Business & Blogging
  • DIY & Crafts
  • Seasonal
    • 4th of July
    • Christmas
    • Fall Decorating
    • Halloween
    • Spring Decor
    • Summer Decor
    • Thanksgiving
    • Valentine’s Day
    • Winter Decor
  • About
    • Start Here – Simply Beautiful Living

Start Here – Simply Beautiful Living

Bethann Renee Home & Lifestyle isn’t about one specific home decorating style or a specific house, it’s about creating a mindset centered on simply beautiful living.

It’s about finding beauty in every day.  It’s about embracing where you are right now and choosing joy and happiness even if it isn’t perfect.  It’s about keeping things simple and staying true to your personal style regardless of what the trends are and above all, creating a simply beautiful life and home for your family.

What you will find here…

Simple recipes with easy-to-find ingredients, attainable ways to keep your home feeling fresh and updated plus endless seasonal inspiration that’s easy and affordable. If you are searching for ways to live simply and beautifully, you are in the right place!

mudroom makeover with built-in cabinets
Mudroom Makeover with Built-in Cabinets

What is Simply Beautiful Living?

  • Embracing a more simple lifestyle that’s slower and less hectic
  • Making every day joyful and memorable
  • Avoiding relationships that are toxic and complicated
  • Clearing out all the clutter so you have less to maintain and organize
  • Preserving your energy for only the things that make you the happiest
  • Living a life full of contentment, grace, and gratitude
easy summer strawberry crisp with homemade cheesecake ice cream
Easy Summer Strawberry Crisp

Misconceptions about Simple Beautiful Living:

  • It’s not about one particular style or one specific house
  • It’s not about living cheaply but about being intentional with spending
  • It’s not about living a minimalist lifestyle or homesteading

I started this blog in 2016. In those early days, it was all about me. Then called “Twig & White”, this blog served as a creative outlet for me to enjoy after some major changes and setbacks happened in my business. It was a way for me to focus on something that brought me joy when so much of what I’d been working for was a mess. At some point along the way, I cannot pinpoint exactly when; the purpose shifted to you.

I genuinely hope to inspire you to make your home and life a place you love…something to be proud of and that reflects your family and lifestyle. A place that brings you joy, peace, and contentment.

When you visit, I want you to feel like you’ve stopped in to visit an old friend. I want you to feel comfortable and go away feeling confident, inspired, and happy. There’s never any pressure and there is absolutely no judgement.

Everything you’ll find here is created with simply beautiful living in mind.

Look Around!

How to navigate the blog.
You’ll soon be able to find everything right on the homepage. For now, the menu bar at the top reflects all the categories I cover, with links to more specific posts throughout the page. I’m working on creating a smorgasbord of content, so I promise there will be something for everyone.

Visit the Homepage
simple natural early fall vignette

Tweet
Pin
Share
0 Shares
bethann renee

I’m so glad you are here!

Hello.  Welcome to Bethann Renee Home & Lifestyle (formerly Twig & White). My name is Bethann.  I’m a child of God,  a wife, mom to two basset hound rescues, a designer, business owner, blogger and creative.  I just a regular woman with realistic budgets, doing my best to create a beautiful home and life through thrifting, creativity and lots of DIY.  If you’re a regular gal trying to do the same, let’s be friends.  Grab a cup of coffee, sit back and get inspired.

bethann renee

Stay Connected!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

Popular Posts

cozy and festive Christmas bedroom in red

5 Ways to Transition Your Decor from Fall to Christmas (Without Feeling Rushed)

There’s something about a cottage-inspired home that instantly feels welcoming. Maybe it’s the layers of soft fabrics, the warm glow of a lamp in the corner, or the way everyday items are displayed with charm. To me, “cozy” doesn’t mean cluttered — it means creating a space where you can truly relax and enjoy the simple beauty of home. Over the years, I’ve discovered a few essentials that always make our home feel inviting and comfortable. These cozy touches are timeless, affordable, and easy to add no matter the size or style of your home. 🛋️ Soft Layers & Textiles Nothing says cozy like a stack of pillows and a throw draped over the sofa. I love mixing neutral tones with subtle patterns — florals, stripes, or checks — to create that layered, collected look. In bedrooms, a quilt or coverlet at the foot of the bed adds both charm and warmth. Image Suggestion: Wide shot of your living room sofa with throws and pillows layered. Pin-worthy vertical image. 🕯️ Warm Lighting Overhead lighting can feel harsh, so I rely on lamps, sconces, and even candles to create a warm glow. A cottage-inspired home shines with layered lighting — the soft glow of a lamp in the evening makes a room instantly more inviting. Image Suggestion: Close-up of a side table with a lamp, book stack, and candle burning. 🌿 Natural Elements Fresh flowers in simple vases, a basket by the door, a vintage wooden bowl — natural elements bring warmth and texture to a cottage home. Even faux greenery works if you mix it thoughtfully. Image Suggestion: Seasonal arrangement on your entryway table or kitchen counter (sunflowers, hydrangeas, or eucalyptus in fall). 📚 Personal Touches Books, artwork, and vintage finds tell your story. A stack of well-loved novels, a thrifted oil painting, or a collection of blue-and-white dishes make a space feel lived in and personal. Cozy isn’t about buying new — it’s about surrounding yourself with what you love. Image Suggestion: Styled bookcase or coffee table vignette with books + art + personal accents. 🧺 Comfort Underfoot Rugs are one of the easiest ways to add coziness to a room. I love mixing a natural jute or sisal rug with a smaller patterned rug layered on top. It adds instant warmth and that collected, cottage feel. Image Suggestion: Angle of your living room or bedroom showing layered rugs. 🍵 Kitchen Comforts A cozy home isn’t complete without the kitchen. For me, it’s having a favorite mug for my morning coffee, simple linen towels, and a candle flickering while I cook dinner. These small details make the everyday feel special. Image Suggestion: Coffee setup with mugs + candle + linen towel. Conclusion At the end of the day, creating a cozy cottage-inspired home isn’t about following strict rules. It’s about layering soft textures, adding warm light, and filling your rooms with pieces that feel personal and meaningful. These cozy essentials are what make our house feel like home — and I hope they inspire you to create the same in your space.

✨ The Simply Beautiful Life | Vol. 5

how I'm staying active

Moving Through the Season: How I’m Staying Active Indoors as the Days Get Shorter

Copyright © 2025 · Refined theme by Restored 316