One of the reasons that I’m a huge fan of older homes is because they generally tend to have more architectural details than their newer counterparts. When planning a new-home build, it can get costly quite quickly when adding some of these architectural upgrades. But boy, they sure are pretty – like this beautiful blue…
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas: Style Showcase #111
Hello friends – and welcome to the first Style Showcase post of December 2021. We’re all in the throes of holiday shopping, decorating, and baking. So it’s no surprise that my friends and I are all sharing Christmas decorating inspiration with you today. Enjoy! Shabbyfufu | Make A Little Magic Christmas Home Tour Southern…
Swedish Christmas Decorating and Traditions
One of my favorite schoolgirl memories of Christmas was studying how other countries celebrate Christmas. I envisioned being a Danish child putting my wooden shoes by the fireplace instead of hanging stockings. Or dreaming of one day having a collection of colorful German nutcrackers. Participating in a Mexican Posada to mimic Mary and Joseph’s journey…
Jaw-Dropping Traditional Stone House in Raleigh
Oh boy! Every once in awhile you come across a gorgeous home that literally makes your jaw drop when you see it. That’s how I felt when I stumbled across this traditional stone house by Rufty Custom Built Homes in Raleigh, North Carolina. Photo by Rufty Custom Built Homes and Remodeling Step inside and…
My Cozy Sitting Room Decorated for Christmas
Despite my somewhat minimalist approach to holiday decorating this year, my cozy sitting room still looks festive with pretty poinsettias and my Christmas mantel. My Christmas tree is in the entryway/dining room, which is located right next to the sitting room. (This post contains affiliate links – see my privacy policy.) If you saw my…
Farmhouses and Palaces: Friday Finds #76
Twenty-two more days until Christmas, but who’s counting? I am, because I need to get my shopping done, pronto! This weekend I’m heading to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin for a girls’ trip, so maybe I can get most of it done while I’m there. I’m headed north with my daughter and her daughter, Zoe. Lake Geneva…
Simple Holiday Farmhouse Decorations: Less Can Be More
You’re in for a treat today! I stumbled across a pretty home by Julie Ranee Photography, decorated in simple holiday farmhouse style. I think think you’ll find that a “less is more” approach can end up making a bigger visual impact. Photo by Julie Ranee Photography The predominantly white kitchen is the perfect backdrop…
Christmas Dining Room: When No Guests Are Expected
Normally when I share my Christmas dining room here on the blog, the table is festively set as though guests are expected to walk in the door at any minute. Today, I’m showing what it looks like now when it’s just hubby and me at home. A little bit of green and sparkles, but nothing…
Christmas All Around: Style Showcase #110
It’s definitely Christmas season in the blog world and your email inbox is likely filled with loads of holiday inspiration. So it should be no surprise that today’s Style Showcase is also filled with holiday ideas from my blogging friends. Fox Hollow Cottage | Vintage Pink Christmas Home Tour Shabbyfufu | Colorful Retro Vintage…
My Modern Country Christmas Tree
Welcome to my holiday home and the reveal of this year’s modern country Christmas tree. Note that I used the singular version of “tree.” In the past I’ve had at least two trees, sometimes three. This year, it’s just one. I’m committed to keeping my decorations minimal and simple in order to reduce some of…
Colorful Country Home in Upstate New York
Today’s charming home hails from Upstate New York and was built in 1849, so it has all the charm of yesteryear. Inside, it’s filled with colorful flea market finds and outside. This colorful country home photographed by Rikki Snyder has a view of Vermont’s Green Mountains. Farmhouse Living Room by New York Photographers Rikki Snyder…
15 Red Houses in a Variety of Styles
In the spirit of Christmas I have a collection of 15 red houses in a range of sizes and styles. For some reason I’ve always been drawn to homes with red exteriors. I prefer houses of color as opposed to neutral tones like white or taupe. Ultimately, I think a house tells you what color…
The Christmas Season Is Here: Friday Finds #75
Christmas season is officially here now that Thanksgiving is over. I hope you all had a peaceful, enjoyable day. We’re celebrating with our kids on Saturday. It’s too hard to go two places on a holiday and I really don’t mind getting together a few days later. For me, it’s about being together and having…
The Perfect Parisian Bistro Style Kitchen in Toronto
On a day when most of you are cooking in your kitchen, I thought you might enjoy touring this beautiful Parisian bistro style kitchen by Emily Griffin Design located in Toronto, Canada. Not only is it picture perfect, but it has a functional layout and wonderful conveniences. Photo by Emily Griffin Design The upper cabinets…
Modern Country Ranch Style Home in Montana
We’re traveling to Bozeman, Montana today to tour a modern country ranch style home. The house was expanded and renovated by StoneHorse Design, Inc. The interior feels cottage cozy while the exterior has vertical wood siding paired with white horizontal siding. The result is quite appealing. Step inside to clean, fresh, and uncluttered interiors with…
Time to Get Crafty: Style Showcase #109
When I saw what projects my Style Showcase friends were sharing today I said, “Oh, that’s so pretty!” I love both of the wreaths from Marty and Shannon, the ornament by Janet is subtly glamorous, and Rhoda’s DIY privacy fence is going on next spring’s to-do list. And I’m sharing a Christmas table setting featuring…