Lifestyle Blogger &
Aspiring Author
blending the art of home with the magic of storytelling
Nina Hendrick is a writer, creator, and lifelong storyteller with a heart for home and a head full of stories. What began in 2012 as a blog about decorating and entertaining has grown into something more soulful—a space where design, memory, and imagination intertwine.
Over the years, she’s shared the journey of turning houses into homes, celebrating the quiet beauty of everyday rituals. Now, Nina also writes fiction that blends modern fairytales with a touch of magic, along with personal essays about legacy, creativity, and belonging.
An avid reader who devours as many books as possible in her spare time, Nina believes in the magic of stories—whether they’re found in the pages of a novel, the corners of a home, or the traditions we pass down. Her mission is to inspire others to create lives and spaces that feel meaningful, lived-in, and full of heart.
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a note from nina
Hi, I’m Nina—I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m a writer and creative who’s spent the last decade exploring what it means to make a house feel like home. I started out sharing DIYs and decorating ideas from our first fixer-upper near Boston, but over time, my work has grown into something deeper: storytelling rooted in place, memory, and belonging.
Now living back in my home state of New Hampshire, I write about the spaces we shape—and the stories that shape us. Through essays, fiction, and the quiet rhythm of everyday life, I’m always chasing that feeling of home: not just cozy or beautiful, but layered with meaning.
If you’re someone who believes in the magic of old houses, handwritten notes, and books that stay with you long after the last page, you’ll feel right at home here.
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