Last week the whole family headed up to Door County, Wisconsin for a five-day vacation in a beautiful modern farmhouse. We stayed in Baileys Harbor but the first place we visited was scenic Fish Creek. I snapped some photos while walking around because this bayside town is so quaint and charming. A charming white church…
Pretty and Practical Atlanta Townhouse
Many people choose a townhouse for their home, especially if looking for a low-maintenance living option. In addition to being practical, this Atlanta townhouse is designed in a pretty yet casual style. Photo by Julie Holloway A French grain stripe fabric decorates a wing chair while a unique wooden mirror creates an interesting focal…
Charming Details in a Vintage Farmhouse Kitchen
It’s been a while since I’ve featured a kitchen tour on my blog so today’s the day. I think you’ll enjoy the charming details in this vintage farmhouse kitchen. Photo by Davenport Building Solutions The cabinets provide a unique look with both natural wood and white finishes. Open shelves create a casual vibe –…
Simple Pleasures of a Charming Front Porch
It’s hard to believe August is almost halfway done and some kids have already started back to school. Fortunately the days will still be warm for a couple more months, so there’s still time to enjoy simple pleasures on the front porch. Photo by HSH Interiors Every porch needs some foliage like the twin…
Hampshire County Home with Vintage Finds
Today we’re traveling across the pond to visit a warm and cozy Hampshire County home in England. The house has historic appeal and is filled with pretty vintage charm and clever vignettes. Photo by Chris Snook One of the things I find so appealing about old European homes is their fireplace. This one is…
Monstera: The New Trending Plant in Home Decor
Have you heard of monstera? It sounds a little scary but it’s actually a beautiful plant that proves wonderfully versatile in home decor. Not to mention, it’s also fairly easy to grow. No wonder why it’s trending among plant people around the world. Photo by The Monstera, also known as the Swiss cheese plant…
Final Day of Blogger Home Stories
This week I organized a series that features some blogging friends and their stories of why they chose the house they currently live in. We always share photos of our homes and how we decorate, but I thought it’d be fun to tell why we chose the house we did. Today’s line-up includes the following…
Another Day of Home Stories
Yesterday two of my blogging friends and I shared why we chose the home we currently live in. Today, six more of my friends are sharing their home stories. Following is today’s line-up. I hope you’ll visit all of them, but at the very least, check out a few! I know you won’t be disappointed….
Why I Chose My Historic Home
Happy Monday! We’re kicking off the week with a special tour of bloggers sharing reasons why they chose the home they currently live in. We all have our reasons – maybe it’s an open floor plan or the character of an older home. I think you’ll enjoy everyone’s stories (links are at the end of…
Colorful Waterfront Home in Marblehead, Massachusetts
Last week we toured a house in Maine; today we’re heading a little further south to enjoy a colorful waterfront home in Marblehead, Massachusetts! Photo by Elms Interior Design The grand staircase sets the stage for the rest of this amazing waterfront home. The white family room reveals more architectural details that are sure…
Summer in the Country: Farm Dinner
August is one of my favorite months of the year. Flowers are bursting with color, farm fields are overflowing with their goodness, and fireflies light up the warm skies. I love all the sights, sounds, and scents of summer in the country where the suburban sprawl meets the Illinois prairies. Today is the first…
Create Beach Style with Boat Oars
Happy August! This month my family and I are going on vacation to Door County, Wisconsin. Four families sharing one big house near the beach! I can’t wait and to satiate my desire to go, I enjoyed seeing how some people created beach style by using boat oars in their home. Photo by Dvira Interiors…
A Porch Swing To While Away the Hours
Is there anything more nostalgic in summer than whiling away the hours on a porch swing? Enjoying a gentle breeze while swaying to and fro on a swing brings back memories of simpler times that were far less rushed and frazzled. Photo by Nostalgic Porch Swing Co., LLC To “while away” means to pass…
Stunning Coastal Home in Portland, Maine
We’re in the middle of summer so it’s the perfect time to tour a stunning coastal home located in Portland, Maine. I think Maine is the only one of the thirteen colony states that I haven’t visited. Photo by Banks Design Associates, LTD & Simply Home I love both the furniture and architectural details…
Charming Old Homes in St. Charles
One of the things I love about living in the Midwest is the range of home types and architecture that are available. You’ll see a mix of brick, clapboard, small, and spacious homes. Here’s an example in the quaint, nearby river town of St. Charles, Illinois. Above and below is a beautiful Victorian that has…
How to Style Kitchen Shelves
My open kitchen shelves have been on my mind lately. I want to do something different with them but I need ideas. I found a few inspirational photos to get the creative juices flowing. Photo by CapeRace Cultural Adventures When it comes to styling my kitchen shelves I first have to decide if I…