Laura Schmits

Senior Editor
Expertise:
Farmhouse Decor
Seasonal and Holiday Decor
Design and Functional Inspirations
Education:
Laura is a décor professional and senior editor at Soul & Lane. She is also a middle school English and Social Studies teacher, trail runner, world traveler, and twin mom. She blogs about all things home decor, parenting, and education. When she has time in her busy schedule, you’ll find Laura tearing apart rooms in her house and putting her DIY skills to use to create new, inviting spaces. She loves getting her hands dirty with new projects and seeing her home design visions become reality! Laura is located in the mountains of Colorado.

Highlights

  • Since joining Soul & Lane in 2022, Laura has rapidly ascended from a writer to Senior Editor, a testament to her dedication and expertise. In her tenure, she has authored over 100 insightful articles and meticulously edited hundreds more, significantly enriching the site content and engaging the readers with her unique blend of practical advice and creative flair.
  • Laura’s passion for home décor and renovation shines through in her personal projects and professional insights. Her hands-on experiences range from replacing laminate bathroom floors with elegant tiling to creatively repainting cabinets and updating bathroom countertops. One of her standout DIY achievements involved using an epoxy kit to rejuvenate outdated countertops, demonstrating her skill in achieving high-end looks on a budget.
More From Laura Schmits:
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Kitchen

21 Stylish Ideas for Your Kitchen Island With Three Stools

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Restful Gray Bedroom
Living Room

22 Moody Board and Batten Designs for a Dramatic Look

Board and batten is a stunning design aesthetic that produces clean lines and interesting details adding depth and texture to your home This trim style is also incredibly versatile and can be used in any room from hallways to bedrooms bathrooms and living spaces Thanks to its flexibility it also

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Plant Lover's Corner Display
Living Room

20 Free Spirited Boho Bookshelf Ideas To Satisfy Your Soul

Boho style originated centuries ago during a time when strict social norms ruled It became a term that described someone who lived an unconventional lifestyle and was marked with colorful patterns and loose flowing fabric Today it s marked by bright jewel toned colors potted plants and natural elements of

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White Eat-in Kitchen
Kitchen

26 Traditional White Kitchen Cabinets You Won’t Regret

Trendy colors come and go and eventually will look outdated and old fashioned Thankfully traditional white kitchen cabinets are a look that never goes out of style and can be mixed with modern details to update your home quickly and easily While details like backsplashes and countertops are expensive and

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Shiplap Feature Wall With Beige Accents
Living Room

24 Simple Shiplap Living Rooms We Can’t Get Enough Of

Using shiplap as part of interior design came blazing back to our attention ten years ago and it shows no signs of going away This classic design is reminiscent of farmhouse and country living with its soft textures and subtle layers making it the perfect choice to add a bit

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Unique Wooden Coffee Table for Modern Style
Living Room

25 Trendy Ways for How to Style a Coffee Table

Interior design enthralls many of us because of its potential to showcase personality and create welcoming environments If you re like me and love to spend hours scrolling for inspiration it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the endless choices You can easily get lost in the details of

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Whimsical Jungle Nursery
Bedroom

24 Earth Tone Nursery Inspirations for a Timeless Look

Trends will always come and go but an earth tone nursery is a look that will last for years This gorgeous neutral design is soft and subtle and is the perfect backdrop to all different décor styles From the earliest days at home with their sleepless nights to the changing

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Warm Tones With a Blue Velvet Sofa
Living Room

25 Cozy, Comfy Cottage Décor Designs To Inspire You

The older I get the more enjoyment I get from staying home with my family and enjoying the spaces I ve worked so hard to create Thank goodness cottage décor is in style because I love the focus on cozy textures and antique accents that blend together to design spaces

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