Summer is on its way! Are you ready for it? I have a LOT of weeds in the yard to get after before they get too far out of control. I do find something satisfying about getting them out by their last root. I guess it’s a form of therapy for me. Enjoy a collection…
Have you ever been to England? If you answered yes, hopefully you were able to explore the southwestern countryside that features charming Cotswold cottages. Much to my surprise, I was asked to go to England in July to attended a waterlily symposium. Yes, there is such a thing! Many of you know my day job…
I always thought it’d be great to have a kitchen with two ovens. Especially during the holidays when you’re feeding a crowd and need the extra cooking space. But four ovens? And two pantries? That’s what you’ll find in this fascinating English kitchen by deVOL kitchens. Warm wood floors create the foundation for this bespoke…
Today for Style Showcase we’ve got three home tours for you (one of which was torn down), along with garden tool tips. I almost pulled weeds this past weekend but let myself get sidetracked with other things. I’ll need to do some garden tending this coming weekend, for sure. Things are already starting to get…
Happy Monday, Friends! I hope that you enjoyed your weekend. Today we’re visiting a Lake Michigan cottage by The Cottage Company of Harbor Springs. I use the term “cottage” loosely because the home is actually quite spacious, but it does possess the look of cottage style along with Scandinavian influences. For example, one of the…
We’re headed to the Florida town of Naples to see inside a stunning waterfront home by A Lantz Design that offers color and luxury living. Every room is impeccably decorated with the sunny colors of the southeast. Photo by A Lantz Design and Lantz Collective The entryway features a colorful “thank you” sign above…
We’re back to Alexandria on the blog today to see a fine collection of historic doors that you’re sure to love – especially if you’re a bit of a history buff. No two doors are alike and most are a bit ornate or are painted a fun color. I don’t know why they don’t typically…
Get ready for some great ideas and plenty of eye candy! From porches to patios to a renovated farmhouse and more, there’s plenty to love on today’s edition of Friday Finds. Photo by Case Architects & Remodelers First, let’s visit a truly stunning 1850s farmhouse located in Maryland. You’ll get to see before and after…
With the weather warming up and the days getting longer, I thought touring a beach style Cape Cod charmer by Patricia Stone Interiors might be just the thing that’s needed to enhance the lighter feeling of spring.. This house is light and bright while also being inviting and comfortable. I think you’re going to like…
It’s always fun to see what my blogging friends have to share for our weekly Style Showcase features. I’m never disappointed with their talent and creativity. Take a look to see what’s in store for today! Southern Hospitality | Luxury Cabins in Gatlinburg Planning a summer vacation? Check out Rhoda’s post about lodging in the…
Are you ready to tour a truly amazing luxury waterfront home on Ferry Point by Purple Cherry Architects? My mouth dropped open at first sight of the entryway and I think it stayed that the entire time I browsed through all the photos taken by Durston Saylor and David Burroughs. And then I had to…
Today’s home tour by Sweenor Builders is all about simple beauty and comfort. A Victorian farmhouse is one of my favorite types of homes and this one is especially captivating. From the charming, well-kept exterior to the vintage styling inside, you’re sure to fall in love with this Rhode Island abode. Photo by Sweenor Builders…
Have you ever been to the amazing Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, DC and enjoyed its rich history and architecture? Located just west of Downtown DC, Georgetown is a National Historic Landmark. The homes are Federal in style and a little more diverse than the Capitol Hill area where we recently stayed. Following are some of…
This week has been rather uneventful which is good for unwinding and destressing. Not that I’m feeling stressed though. Our pond got its spring cleaning and I’m anxious to feed the fish and relax to the sound of the waterfall. I plan to post before and after photos this weekend on my other blog, Pond…
Take something a little old, look at it with a fresh pair of eyes, and breathe new life into it. This is what happened when a California bungalow received a new update from Kate Lester Interiors. The result is a light and airy home that makes you smile every time you enter its rooms. It…
Today’s beautiful blue and green family room by Winding Lane Interiors hails from Cincinnati, Ohio. The new addition to the family’s classic home needed to be kid-friendly, so fabrics and finishes were chosen for their durability, without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. The goal was to decorate the space in a color palette that allows the inside…
