Blackberry Lemon Muffins combine the fruity goodness of blackberries with the citrus-y appeal of lemons. The combination of flavors makes for a delightful muffin that’s perfect for breakfast or snacking. Today I’m joining several other bloggers to bring you a collection of seasonal summer recipes! A special thank you to Krista at The Happy…
An easy and fun way to update a room is with new artwork. Prints and canvas art can be inexpensive and immediately gives your home a new look. Since adding board and batten to our dining room, I’ve been searching for new artwork for the south wall. I found an Antique sign for the…
See how to make a cheerful summer birdhouse wreath to brighten any room in your home. A few inexpensive supplies and less than an hour of your time is all that’s needed! Welcome to the month of June! It’s the first Saturday which means it’s time for another Cozy Living post! I’m joining my…
Styling a summer mantel needn’t be difficult. Simply arrange a few of your favorite things in a pleasing manner using a variety of heights. Today I’m happy to be joining other bloggers as part of the Seasonal Simplicity Series organized by Krista at The Happy Housie! We’re focusing on summer mantels and you’re sure…
Welcome to the brand new Summer Colors Home Tour!! Several bloggers are joining together to share how they decorate their home with a favorite summer color. Each day this week you’ll find creative bloggers sharing inspiration – they’re all listed at the end of this post. My color choice is green in a range of…
The first wreath I ever made was back when I belonged to the Geneva Young Mother’s Club. A local florist came to a club meeting for a hands-on tutorial. She said she liked my wreath but I wasn’t so sure. I’ve always envied people who can make pretty wreaths, and I think I finally figured…
When you think of entertaining during the summer months, do you opt for bright energizing colors or the soothing hues of a blue ocean? For this year’s first simple summer table setting, I chose earthy tones that remind me of the green grass and the wonderful outdoors that I love so much. I created…
First let me say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. We all have our unique tastes which is why there’s a wide variety of clothing styles, furniture designs, and so on. I find today’s kitchen to be the most beautiful kitchen ever and understand if some of you disagree. But for me,…
When summer rolls around I like to add a bit of decorating whimsy. To create a pretty summer table setting, I decided to make an easy DIY ribbon chandelier in pink and white. I’m sharing the instructions so you can make one of your own! I promise you’ll be amazed at how easy it…
When I look for houses to feature, my eye is always drawn to architectural details first, followed by beautiful decor. This charming oceanfront home captures both elements to create a casual yet somewhat grand home. Sunny yellow and white always lend a cottage vibe to an interior space. Ample windows in this sun room ensure…
My backyard has been a nuisance since the day we moved into our house. It’s small, has a shed, a skinny sidewalk, and a mishmash of plants. Before we had to cut down a couple of large dying trees back there, it was impossible to grow grass. Weeds on the other hand, had no trouble…
Have you noticed a trend toward neutral tones when it comes to bathroom design and decoration? Neutrals are typically soft and soothing, but a bright and bold bathroom can be a fun place to start your day. Enjoy this collection of 12 colorful bathroom ideas (grab your sunglasses if you’re not a fan of bold…
May has arrived and it finally feels like spring in Illinois! Today I’m joining a few friends for our monthly “Cozy Living” series that’s published the first Saturday of each month. I thought I’d share how to create a cozy spring family room using my own space as an example. My inspiration was this…
An innocent trip to HomeGoods changed the look of my dining room. I was shopping for a housewarming gift for my daughter, and walked away with an Antiques sign that ended up changing my dining room. A large wooden Antiques sign jumped out at me from the clearance aisle at HomeGoods. I realized the size…
Two weeks ago I shared a walking tour of Aurora, Illinois’ westside historic district. Today is round two of touring this amazing residential area with amazing historic homes. First up on today’s tour is this lovely clapboad Victorian home painted green with creamy trim and accents of red. Note the unique treatment on the windows…
Have you ever found a treasure when shopping but decided not to take it home with you? Such was the case in the story of my rabbit lamp. I first spotted it at The Little Traveler in Geneva and hemmed and hawed over it before finally walking away. The following weekend I decided to go…
