Hi Friend, I’m Lynn

About the elderly woman: With long gray hair and glasses, she wears a white knit sweater and hoop earrings, her gentle smile radiates warmth against the plain light gray background.

Welcome to my little corner of the world. I am so glad that you are here!

RA little bit about me — I’m a homemaker, lifestyle blogger, former interior designer, and the heart behind Living Large in A Small House.

This blog was born from a deep love of home and a simple truth I’ve learned over time: a beautiful, joyful life has nothing to do with square footage.


Keith (my very handy husband) and I have lived in our 1,300 sq ft home for over 30 years—raising three kids, hosting holidays, building a garden we adore, and making every inch count without a basement, garage, or an ounce of regret (well maybe an ounce). I could have moved to a bigger house in a heartbeat but “Handy” wasn’t going anywhere!!

Here is what you’ll find at Living Large in A Small House:
🏡 Room-by-room decorating ideas not just from a designer perspective but also with a realistic, budget-friendly approach
🧺 Organizing & homemaking systems that actually work in smaller spaces
🍽️ Seasonal recipes that feel good to make and even better to share
🎉 Hosting ideas that prove small spaces can still welcome big memories
🪴 Garden inspiration, DIY projects, and outdoor living by the water
📓 Reflections from the heart as I navigate this sweet empty-nest season

I believe in creating a home that reflects who you are, supports how you live, and leaves room for the people and things that matter most. And I’m honored to share our little world with you.

Come on in—there’s always room.

Lynn

A boat dock with a covered shelter extends over a calm lake, invoking a sense of recollection, surrounded by green trees and houses along the far shoreline under a blue sky with some clouds.
Small House Front Porch
The Loves of My life

Meet My Family

I love the picture of 4 generations on “Handy’s” side of the family (center) Annie and her handsome husband Tommy (on the left) Kenny and his beautiful wife, Mila (on the top) The photo of all of my babies, Annie, Emma, Kenny and Harrison (below the family picture)

And the picture below this block is Emma, our baby who is still looking for the lucky guy who gets to share his life with this amazing women.

And Harrison our grand baby who is the real show stopper. The love of all of our lives. (Thanks Annie and Tommy) Can’t wait for a bunch more.

a baby sitting among vibrant red and blue wildflowers in a sunny field, wearing a white and blue outfit, with a clear blue sky and more blossoms in the background.
A woman with long dark hair and a floral top is smiling at the camera in a warmly lit indoor setting.
A smiling couple sits closely together at an outdoor restaurant table at night, surrounded by greenery and fairy lights. It's all about enjoying a relaxed and happy evening, with drinks and a water bottle on the table in front of them.
About: A smiling couple poses in a stadium with a football game in progress behind them. The woman wears a burnt orange Texas jersey and sunglasses; the man sports a cap, sunglasses, and white shirt. The stands are packed with fans.
About six people, including a baby, stand close together and smile in a warmly lit living room. The adults surround the baby, held by a woman in the center. A colorful painting hangs on the wall behind them.
Three adults and a baby sit together indoors, smiling at the camera. The man holding the baby has a mustache, and two women are closely seated beside him. A colorful painting and a wooden door are visible in the background, adding warmth to this about family moment.

A dark blue background with a subtle, wavy abstract line pattern running across the center, reminiscent of the flowing creativity often found when living large in a small house.

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  • a photo of my clean and organized kitchen during swedish grandma cleaning challenge
  • White enamel pitcher with spring branches on a coffee table in front of a white sofa with blue pillows on it. Simple blue and white patriotic decor
Latest on the Blog

Fun Facts About Me

my favorite place

at home

favorite movie

the holiday

I’m Grateful for

my family

Favorite vacation

door county in the winter

Favorite Book

loving frank

Guilty pleasure

my morning coffee

About the Blog

Finding Your Way Around

My home page is a great place to start. It’s where you can find everything that is on my blog. The bars at the top of the page break down my posts into specific categories. I think you will find that there is something for everyone.

HOME Page
a vintage chair in the outdoor living room at our home which was the site for our daughters intimate vintage backyard wedding

My Favorite Projects

side view of the front door, new rug, and pots on my front porch

Our Exterior Renovation

Crazy Before & After
peeking in the door after out small laundry room makeover

Laundry Room Remodel

Laundry Room Reveal
my kitchen after the 30 day cleaning & organizing challenge

Kitchen Renovation

My White Kitchen
the chair the I reupholstered

New Office/Guest Room

French Country Office

Peace & Love,

Lynn