Amy Mitchell
Managing Editor
Amy Mitchell is the managing editor for VERANDA and Country Living, where she writes articles on a variety of topics—decorating and design, gardens, and holidays. Amy’s experience in the shelter magazine category spans more than 20 years, as she’s previously held positions at Coastal Living and Cottage Living. Her personal pursuits include cooking, gardening, and hunting her favorite tag sale spots for the next piece of Pyrex for her prized collection.
9 Easy Ways to Make Your Small Bedroom Feel Twice as Big
These simple upgrades will help your sleeping space look and live a whole lot larger.
8 Thrift Store Items You Should Always Skip and Why
Avoid these secondhand finds that range from not worth it to health hazard.
8 Easy Ways to Make Your Bedroom Feel Brand New This Spring
These pretty—and budget-friendly!—decorating ideas are the key to freshening up your bedrooms.
210 Fun Charades Ideas for the Whole Family
Kids and adults can get in on these topics.
45 Cozy Gifts for People Who Are Always Cold
The shiver is real. These gifts bring the heat!
What Do 12-Year-Old Boys Want for Christmas? We Asked Them
A little cool, a little weird, a little something for everyone.
When Is the First Day of Winter? Here’s What You Need to Know about the Winter Solstice
Bring on the snow!
99 DIY Christmas Decorations to Transform Your Home Into a Winter Wonderland
These craft projects will make your home merry and bright.
55 Fireplace Ideas for Every Style and Room This Winter
Make your fireplace the most stylish—and welcoming—spot in your home.
66 Easy Fall Decorating Ideas to Cozy Up Your Home This Season
This involves lots of pumpkins and plaid!
99 Easy DIY Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids of All Ages to Wear in 2025
These homemade costumes are a total treat (no tricks!).
50 Best Fall Porch Decor Ideas to Celebrate Autumn
You’ll impress all those little trick-or-treaters with one of these charming displays.
63 Farmhouse Kitchen Ideas To Give Your Kitchen Charming, Rustic Style
Create a dreamy, one-of-a-kind cook space using our all-time favorite farmhouse kitchen ideas.
7 Bathroom Items You Should Replace Regularly for a Cleaner, Safer Space
This easy guide will help your bathroom stay fresh and germ-free.
5 Bathroom Items That Need to Be Tossed NOW To Instantly Declutter Your Bathroom
Make your bathroom tidy and safe in a snap.
The Viral Barefoot Dreams Blankets Are On Sale—And They're More Than 50% Off
There's no better time to stock up for yourself and holiday gifting!
8 Things Hiding in Your Kitchen You Need to Toss ASAP
More cabinet and drawer space is in your future!
Our 29 Favorite Green Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Go green or go home in your next kitchen update!
56 Clever Pun Costumes to Show Off Your Funny Side This Halloween
They're easy as pumpkin "pi" to pull together.
101 Kitchen Design Ideas for Every Style, Budget, and Size
Create the kitchen of your dreams with these smart, savvy, and stylish ideas.
How to Get Rid of Drain Flies Permanently
Kick out those shower- and sink-loving insects before they get out of hand.
53 Best Baby Shower Decorations to Throw the Cutest Party Ever
Whoa, baby—these are some cute ideas!
3 Super Easy Hacks Proven to Ripen Avocados Quickly
Speed up the ripening process with one of these genius avocado-softening methods.
48 Rustic Living Room Ideas For the Coziest Family Space
Bring character-filled homespun style to your living room or den.
60 Timeless '90s Country Songs for the Ultimate Playlist
Relive this golden age in music with these nostalgic country hits.
7 Unexpected Items That Will Instantly Elevate Your Gallery Wall
Not one of them is art in a frame.
27 Farmhouse Living Rooms That Are Rustic, Cozy, Modern, and More
Discover loads of farmhouse style inspiration in these living rooms from our favorite country homes.
Shea McGee Just Ventured Into Fashion for the First Time—And She Couldn't Have Done It Better
This dreamy capsule collection offers breezy essentials for every occasion.
28 Best Graduation Party Decoration Ideas to Celebrate Your Grad This Year
Consider this your checklist for the best graduation party ever.
What’s the Secret to a Clutter-Free Entryway? It’s Simpler Than You Think
We’re hooked on this easy—and cheap!—way to keep doorway chaos at bay.
This Easy 5-Minute Task Keeps a Sofa Looking Brand New Longer
All it takes is a few minutes once a month for a pristine sofa for years to come.
35 Small Entryway Decor Ideas That Make a Big Style Statement
Maximize space and style in your tiny foyer with these smart decorating tips and tricks.
Why Now Is The Best Time of Year to Go Thrift Shopping
The reason makes so much sense!
17 Cute Easter Nail Ideas for a Playful April Manicure
Make your Easter manicure the cutest ever with bunnies, flowers, crosses, and more.
This CVS Hack Has Saved Me Almost $6,000—Here's How
Honestly, I didn't even really try that hard.
6 Quick and Easy Living Room Updates You Can Do This Weekend
Refresh your seating areas with these low-effort, high-impact decorating tricks.
20 Designer-Approved Living Room Accent Walls That’ll Wow Your Guests
Make a style statement in your living room with paint, paneling, artwork, and more.
Fold a Shirt Perfectly Every Time with This Hack
This fun laundry hack is one to remember.
How to Create a Home Office if You Don’t Have Room for One
You only need a nook, corner, or closet to make your home office dreams come true.
35 Easy Kids Hairstyles Any Parent (or Kid) Can Master
She'll love expressing herself with these simple styles.
50 Farmhouse Bedroom Ideas for Your 2026 Refresh
Layer comfy bedding, patinaed furnishings, and, of course, a few vintage finds, for a one-of-a-kind sleeping space.
70 Bedroom Ideas for Designing a Dreamy Makeover
Create the the most heavenly sleeping space with these decorating tips and tricks.
36 Christian Holiday Songs for Your Religious Christmas Playlist
Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with these spiritual tunes.
50 Best Christmas Nail Designs to Try in 2024
Because your fingertips should be festive too!
45 Cozy Bedroom Ideas for the Most Comfortable Room Ever
These warm and cozy sleeping spaces will never go out of style.
Everything I Learned As a First-Time Pumpkin Farmer
Even though my yield was small, my heart is full.
24 Rustic Bedroom Ideas for Designing the Most Relaxing Retreat
For the most cozy place to lay your head, go for an authentic, homey style.
27 Best Halloween Movies to Stream on Disney Plus This Month
Disney does Halloween right.
83 Best Halloween Movies to Watch This Season
These movies are filled with frights!
38 Wainscoting Ideas to Add Character to Every Room in Your Home
Add instant charm to every room in your home with this design feature.
27 Coastal Kitchen Ideas to Get Beach House Style Even If You're Landlocked
These cook spaces bring loads of seaside style—no waterfront property required!
Everything You Need to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood
Salvaged beams and reclaimed pine flooring add character to homes of any age. Here’s how to get the look.
52 Best Gallery Wall Ideas for Every Room in Your House
Make a style statement with an eye-catching gallery wall.
46 Breakfast Nook Design Ideas for a Stylish Start to Every Day
Make it a good morning in the happiest spot in your home.
We Found the Best Way to Beat the Heat This Summer on Amazon
You won't want to leave the house without this personal fan.
27 Accent Wall Ideas to Make a Statement in Any Room
Decorate a single wall with wallpaper, wood, paint, or tile for walls that say wow!
48 Entryway Ideas That’ll Give Your Guests the Warmest Welcome
Make a great first impression with your entry, foyer, or mudroom.
45 Farmhouse Kitchen Lighting Ideas to Brighten Your Cook Space
Shine a pretty glow on the heart of your home.
95 Living Room Ideas You’ll Love for Classic, Rustic, Traditional, and Modern Family Spaces
These decorating ideas will help you transform your living room into the country retreat of your dreams.
35 Pretty Living Room Paint Colors for Walls, Trim, Ceilings, and More
Make your living room the most inviting space in your home with a pretty new paint color.
60 Best Easter Songs and Albums for a Joyful Day of Praise
This Easter Sunday playlist has a little something for everyone.
32 Cozy Living Rooms You’ll Want to Snuggle Up In Forever
These layered, classic, at-ease designs truly stand the test of time.
54 Best Valentine's Day Nail Designs You'll Want to Re-create This February 14
Go all out with pinks and reds (and purples, too!) 💅🏼
28 Vintage Christmas Decorations That Will Never Go Out of Style
This Christmas will look a lot like the good old days.