If you haven’t decorated your porch for the autumn season, it’s not too late. Fall lasts another two months and there’s no reason not to enjoy a fall porch up until you switch to Christmas decor. Take a look at today’s examples for nine ways to create a cozy, festive vibe just outside your door….
We’re more than halfway through October and that means it’s time to get cozy, if you haven’t already. Today’s line-up includes Thanksgiving and Halloween inspiration, along with a porch tour and tips for creating a cozy corner in your home. Scroll on through and enjoy! Worthing Court | The Tips You Need for Hosting Thanksgiving…
I’m well aware that modern bathrooms with all the conveniences are trending these days. But there’s something so endearing about a vintage bathroom that creates a comforting vibe not found in their contemporary counterparts. Check out these examples and see if you agree. Photo by Historical Concepts Vintage is used to describe anything that’s…
Beautiful Coronado is a beach resort city just across the bay from San Diego. It’s known to have the best beach in the U.S., and also has beautiful places to live – like today’s beach style home by Burnham Design. Photo by Burnham Design A lighted anchor overlooks the sunny white kitchen with a beautiful…
Is anyone else a fan of a historic home staircase? You know – the graceful stairway that draws the eye and captures the heart. The type of staircase that’s perfect for hanging garland at Christmastime. The steps that you can envision the belle of the ball descending to greet her guests. See if you have…
It’s been another great week of inspiration for the home. A big event that took place was the naming of Benjamin Moore’s color of the year, Cinnamon Slate. The description says it’s a combination of plum and brown, but it looks mauve to me. Mauve reminds me of the 1980s and surprisingly, Sherwin Williams includes…
I hope you enjoy today’s kitchen because I’ve fallen in love with it! Gray-green Shaker cabinets first caught my eye and the rest of the design fell into place. Photo by Ashley Martin Home Glass-front cabinets pair with Shaker doors to create timeless appeal in this fairly open concept kitchen. Unfortunately, I don’t know…
Today’s collection of cozy living rooms embrace the warmth of fall and provide inspiration for adding the appeal of autumn to your own space. From warm colors to charming textiles, there’s something for everyone. Rust and blue colors accent this Mediterranean style living room with its arched doorways and rough-hewn ceiling beams. Blue is a…
We’re midway through October and we still have summer weather here in the Chicago area. This is the warmest fall I can remember but it wouldn’t surprise me if we got snow in a week or two. To celebrate the middle of autumn, we’ve got plenty of fall inspiration for you today on Style Showcase….
Now that autumn’s crisp air is settling in, adding a fall wreath to your front door is a perfect way to embrace this cozy season. A fall wreath is typically a blend of nature’s rich colors, textures, and elements that evoke the spirit of harvest and thanksgiving. (This post contains affiliate links – see my privacy…
Subtle vintage charm fills the walls of today’s traditional home by Bret Franks Construction. We begin our tour in the kitchen’s dining nook that’s wrapped in expansive windows with ticking stripe curtains. A colorful striped area rug provides color beneath an antique dining set with a lovely bench. Photo by Bret Franks Construction, Inc. Another…
When you don’t want a lot of color in your sleeping quarters, a neutral bedroom palette is a good way to create a calming, serene space. Discover today’s collection of nine examples that show how to use neutral colors to their best advantage. Insert a couple stand-out pieces when decorating with neutral tones. In this…
This weekend I’m gearing up for Halloween by decorating the front porch for the trick-or-treaters. When I was a kid, I always appreciated houses that got in the spirit of the festivities. My dad used to dress up in a gorilla outfit and run outside whenever someone rang the doorbell for candy. It became a…
Let’s head west to Montana for today’s tour of a beautiful ranch-style home by Studio Architects. The natural wood and stone exterior is a hint of what’s in store once you cross the threshold of this warm and inviting house. Photo by Studio Architects Warm colors, exposed beams, and natural stone tile greet you in…
If you’re looking to add classic charm and functional storage to your home, a farmhouse hutch might be the perfect solution. Their varied styles make them ideal for any room—from kitchens and dining areas to living rooms and entryways. Whether you’re after distressed wood finishes, open shelving, or glass-paneled cabinets, this collection of farmhouse hutch…
This past weekend I finally started cleaning up the garden and prepping them for shorter colder days. Faded summer flowers were replaced with colorful mums and a few pumpkins have been added to the front yard in anticipation of trick-or-treaters. The best decoration is the few pumpkins we grew in our garden from a random…
