When considering all types of home styles, I think the Victorian home exterior is probably the most ornate and intricate. Common features include towers, turrets, dormers, and wide wrap-around porches. All of which you’ll see in these gorgeous homes with off-the-chart curb appeal! Photo by David Heide Design Studio Victorian style evolved from the…
Happy Tuesday! Are you ready for 19 delicious, homemade apple recipes? I’m joining 18 blogger friends to share fresh and tasty recipes – mine is a super moist apple cake with yummy homemade caramel sauce. First, let me give a shout out to my friend Kristen at Ella Claire for organizing today’s fall apple…
Have you ever visited a winery? We enjoyed a trip to the beautiful gardens of Stone’s Throw Winery in Door County, Wisconsin. A couple of weeks ago my entire family and I were vacationing in Baileys Harbor and drove past a pretty winery and decided to make sure we took a trip there before…
There’s that old saying, “they don’t make ’em like they used to,” but you’ll find that today’s tour includes period details in a new construction home. Photo by Period Architecture Ltd. Natural wood beams in the kitchen mingle with painted beams to create a high-end look. Custom cabinetry and a large island balance the…
Have you ever been glamping? I’ve often wondered about it and recently found a location not too far from us that offers overnight glamping stays. Here’s a peek at what a glamping tent looks like inside and out! Photo by Huffard House Interior Design If you’re not familiar with glamping, it’s simply glamour and camping…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This past Sunday I babysat my little Forrest, which I’m always happy to do. He was napping when I got to Bridget’s house so I took advantage of the time and took photos of her beautiful plant-filled boho chic living room. I think Bridget has done a great job pulling this room together, with…
