Hi, I’m Matthew. Welcome to my inspiring lifestyle blog for creative living!
I started this space because I couldn’t find anyone else writing about the stuff I actually cared about – like how to make a tiny bathroom feel less depressing, or why I need different books for different seasons, or how to live with lots of beautiful things without your home looking like a hurricane hit it.
I’m someone who wants bold, colorful art on my walls but also craves clean, uncluttered surfaces. I love collecting beautiful objects but hate feeling overwhelmed by mess. I believe in living luxuriously but I’m not wealthy. If any of that sounds familiar, you’ve found the right inspiring lifestyle blog for creative living.
What This Creative Living Blog Covers
This inspiring lifestyle blog for creative living shares practical room ideas for making your space more beautiful, seasonal rituals that actually feel good, and honest thoughts about living creatively without going broke or losing your mind.
You’ll find bathroom ideas for small spaces, nursery ideas that won’t break the bank, gift guides for people who appreciate beautiful things, and tips for anyone running a small business from a creative space. Browse all my latest posts and ideas on the blog page to discover more ways to transform your everyday life.
Recent posts have covered things like choosing wall art for small bathrooms, winter self-care that goes beyond “drink more tea,” and audiobooks that make autumn evenings perfect.
Why I Started This Lifestyle Blog
I started this inspiring lifestyle blog for creative living because I wanted a space to share ideas that actually matter to real people – not just picture-perfect homes that no one actually lives in. The name “South of the Town” comes from my surname, so it felt right to build this around words that are already part of who I am.
Where can you find my work?
If you’re tired of blank walls but overwhelmed by endless options, I’ve curated some of my favorite pieces in my Etsy shop