When it comes to Christmas, I tend to be a traditionalist. I like old-fashioned decorations with lots of greenery draped around the house. I love twinkling lights, shiny ornaments, and anything with glitter! Today I’m sharing how to make Glitter Star DIY ornaments as part of a fun celebration called the 31 Days of Handmade Christmas….
This post is sponsored and inspired by Gifts for You Now, but all opinions are my own. When I was a kid I looked forward to Halloween almost as much as I anticipated Christmas! I couldn’t fall asleep the night before Halloween, and if it fell on a school day I fidgeted in my desk…
Crisp mornings, cozy sweaters, golden sunlight on colorful leaves … these are the signs of autumn … along with fallen Silver Maple branches cluttering our yard! We make a pile of all the twigs and branches and burn them in our fire pit for roasting marshmallows. And some of the twigs made their way into craft projects…
Halloween. That magical evening when gentle fall breezes tickle colorful leaves making them dance down the street while children in spooky costumes are outside bewitching their neighbors for tricks and treats. Inside, I’m watching Jamie Lee Curtis scream for her life in “Halloween” with all the lights off and candles in the window, pausing the movie only to…
Would you ever live in a church, school, or maybe a barn? I have to give a lot of credit to architects and homeowners that can see beyond the four walls of a building and envision something spectacular. Today’s charming home tour is an amazing, renovated Victorian school that I found on Houzz (photos by…
PAM Cooking Spray sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. Crisp, cooler days call for warm comfort food that teases your tastebuds. And with the holidays right around the corner, I find myself turning to casserole dishes that are flavorful and easy to make. One of my family’s favorites is my…
When I was in college we had an ice cream bar in the dining commons and my boyfriend at the time always added a scoop of peanut butter to his bowl of chocolate ice cream. I thought it was kind of disgusting until I finally tasted the combination and loved it! Yes, I love peanut…
Do you love good thrift store finds as much as I do? How would you feel if someone sent you thrifty finds to transform into something new and wonderful? That’s exactly what’s going on right now during “Swap It Like It’s Hot” week, organized by the amazing Charlotte at Ciburbanity! This is the 3rd time I’ve been involved…
Good Morning World! At this very moment somewhere in the world, someone is waking up to face their day. Normally I don’t get too excited about breakfast food because I’m not a big egg, pancake, or waffle eater. And since I don’t eat meat … no bacon for me! But the other day I was…
Tiny houses are popping up all over the country as more and more people are downsizing and simplifying their lives. Small houses have a charm all their own, no matter what the style. They’re smartly designed to make the most of every square inch of space. If you’re interested in small house living, you’ll enjoy…
Have you met Suzy from the Worthing Court blog? She moved into a new-to-her house about a year ago and I’m truly amazed at all she’s accomplished in her home already! She took the opportunity of moving to change her color scheme and the result is so pretty! But don’t take my word for it, take…
Are you enjoying all the fall decorating that’s flooding the internet these days? There seems to be no end of inspiration and creativity! Today I’m joining a few creative bloggers to share our homes with you during this week of “Fall in Love with Your Home” tour. I’ve already revealed part of my home decorated…
Today I had planned on sharing a collection of dining rooms with you, but then I came across a beautiful, classic home tour and immediately switched gears. I hope you enjoy this gorgeous home with its relaxed style and time-honored architecture. I couldn’t resist sharing it with you! Eclectic Family Room by New York Photographers…
That’s a mouthful, isn’t it? Apple Sausage Cheddar Monkey Bread! I came across this fall recipe when I was relaxing with a couple of my fave magazines this weekend. I typically find my creative inspiration from magazines, whether it’s decorating or cooking. Ever since I was a teenager I turned to magazines to unwind and…
Happy first Sunday of Fall! I love summer and always hate to see it end, but I enjoy fall, too. I just hate what comes after autumn … but I won’t think about that right now because we have a beautiful home to tour! Hunt and Host is a blog I recently discovered, and I…
Wow! What happened to the month of September? It’s the 4th Friday of the month already and you know what that means … It’s Farmhouse Friday! We’re celebrating fall decor because so many people love the fall season and decorating in the warm hues of autumn. I’ve added a new cow print to this year’s…
