Welcome to a beautiful and serene traditional home that feels comfortable and spacious in its neutral color scheme. Both the interior and exterior spaces were given careful thought and design consideration. Photo by SHM Architects Today’s home is located in Dallas, Texas. It’s filled with classic furniture and traditional style. Not too stuffy, and…
Peasant Bread: A Rustic Slice of Heaven
They say a man can’t live by bread alone … but this woman sure could! When I was in junior high, I would come home after school and my sister and I would devour an entire loaf of white Wonder bread together. I no longer like Wonder bread and prefer loaves with a little more…
Need a Spring Wreath? Look No Further!
One of the simplest ways to decorate for any season is to hang a wreath on the front door, an inside door, or anywhere in the house! I’ve rounded up a collection of spring wreath ideas that are sure to inspire – along with a few links to shopping sites for your convenience. (This post…
Spring and Valentines: Style Showcase
Today we have a mix of spring decorating and Valentine projects for Style Showcase. I absolutely adore the first entry which is a napkin folding trick from Kim at Sand and Sisal. Sand & Sisal | Valentine Napkin Fold Tutorial Janet at Shabbyfufu (the leader of this group) has the most beautiful mantel and…
Front Porch Living: Waiting for Spring
The snow is gently falling outside and I find myself wishing I could spend a warm day on the front porch. I’m waiting for spring and even though the ground hog didn’t see his shadow, we still have at least two more months to go. For now I’ll have to find solace from photos…
Romantic Home in English Country Style
Last week I asked what type of homes you’d like to see featured here on my blog every Sunday. The first person to respond said she loves traditional decor with a bit of romance thrown in. I think I’ve found a beautiful romantic home decorated in English country style that fits the bill! Photo by…
Wood Cabinets in the Kitchen: Making a Comeback
Wood cabinets are always a classic choice for a kitchen, but white cabinetry has been winning the popularity contest for the past ten years or so. Painted cabinets in shades of blue, gray, and green have also dominated the culinary scene. But now, it looks like kitchen decor is trending back to wood finishes. Photo…
Valentine’s Day Inspiration: Style Showcase
Today you’ll find plenty of Valentine’s Day inspiration here on Style Showcase. In case you’re new, Style Showcase is every Tuesday when I gather with a few blogging friends to share some of our projects and decor from previous years. And today we have a new person added to the group – my wonderful friend…
How To Force Hyacinth Bulbs Indoors
Have you ever forced spring bulbs indoors? It’s a wonderful way to scratch your gardening itch and enjoy spring flowers in your house before they appear outside in your garden. See how easy it is to force fragrant hyacinth bulbs indoors. (This post contains affiliate links.) Hyacinth bulbs – and any spring bulb for…
Rustic Ski Barn: Making the Best of Winter
Last week we toured a sunny beach style cottage, and today we’re doing just the opposite and enjoying a rustic ski barn that makes the most of the snow and winter season. Photo by Kelly and Abramson Architecture Gorgeous Windsor chairs gather round a large, natural wood dining room table (above), while Windsor-style bar…
Therapeutic Houseplants and a Handy Plant Hack
January is over! Yay! We’re one month closer to spring. And the way I handle the winter months while waiting for warmer weather is with therapeutic houseplants. It’s the first Saturday of the month which means it’s time for sharing about cozy living with my blogging friends. You’ll find links to their hygge style…
The Coolest Bathroom in an Industrial Loft
Normally I don’t get too excited about bathrooms, but today I just have to share the coolest bathroom in an industrial loft! From exposed brick walls to vintage details, what’s not to love? Photo by Mark Lewis Interior Design Frosted glass creates privacy on the classic-blue painted door with vintage hardware. Simple farmhouse lights…
11 Unique Wall Decor Ideas for Every Room
Have you ever struggled with what to hang on a wall that will give your room character and personality? Rather than settle for a reproduction print, why not try something a little more outside the box? Here are some of my favorite wall decor ideas that you can use in any room. Photo by Nordic…
A Mix of Valentines and Organizing: Style Showcase
Welcome to Style Showcase, brought to you every Tuesday by my blogging friends and me. Today we’ve got a mix of Valentine’s inspiration and home organizing projects. All good stuff for you! Just click on the links to go to the project. Shabbyfufu | Do’s & Dont’s Of The Konmari Method Of Decluttering Fox…
Sunny Beach Style Cottage in Nashville
Today’s tour might look like you’re at the beach, but you’re actually touring a sunny beach style cottage located in Nashville, Tennessee! Photo by Crowell + Co. Interiors Perhaps the first thing that caught my eye is that the exterior color scheme is similar to my own house colors. Yellow, white, and turquoise. But…
Cottage Garden: The Beauty of Messy Flowers
Is it too soon in the year to talk about gardening? Because I want to share the beauty of messy flowers that are the signature look of a cottage garden. What is it about messy flowers that pulls at my heart string? My mother’s garden was always very tidy with perfect groupings of flowers…
