Hello friends! Leaves are just beginning to change color here in greater Chicagoland but we’re still having warm days, which is fine by me. You’ll find inspiring fall decorating ideas today from my SS friends below. Enjoy! Town & Country Living | Fall Lantern Table Setting Worthing Court | 5 No-Fail Ways To Change…
Vintage oil paintings are making a big comeback in home décor. If you can’t afford original artwork, which can get pretty pricey, there are plenty of resources for canvas prints that look close to the real thing. (This post contains affiliate links – see my privacy policy.) Photo by Westbrook Interiors Art is such a…
In yesterday’s post I mentioned that I decided to tackle a new project and would share today what that’s all about. Call me crazy, but I decided to run another marathon – the Avenue of the Giants Marathon! In the first decade of this century, I ran a total of five marathons. I ran the…
Hello friends! How are things in your corner of the world? I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed because I’m spinning a lot of plates these days. But the good news is I recently wrapped up a 300-page coffee table book project at my day job. My co-worker, Lori, and I celebrated the completion of the…
Although I’m not a fan of shorter days, I do enjoy snuggling under the covers of a bed in a warm and cozy bedroom. Here’s a collection of beautiful bedrooms that’ll make you want to curl up for a little cat nap. Photo by Ann Stillman O’leary Wood ceilings always create cozy appeal in…
I debated about sharing this post on my blog since it talks about an uncomfortable topic – the end of life and choosing your final resting place. After giving it some thought, I decided my recent experience on the topic might be helpful to others. If you’re like me, you don’t like to think about…
Welcome to another edition of Style Showcase! Today we’ve got a gorgeous fall home tour, my Halloween mantel from a couple years ago, Suzy’s stunning kitchen remodel, and a beautiful outdoor table setting from Janet. Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage is on a small break but will rejoin us soon. Southern Hospitality | Fall Home…
You may have noticed that shades of red is making a comeback. Neutrals continue to remain popular but tonal reds are enjoying a comeback, from wine and burgundy to warmer hues like brick tones. If you’re a fan of red, this news should be music to your ears! Some people are a bit fearful of…
Today I’ve got a home tour that’s a little bit different. Rustic touches are infused into a modern style San Francisco farmhouse by Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design with good old country styling. I love this home for its unique character and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces. Photo by Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design…
Are you ready for some bungalow eye candy? Some of you know that I traveled to Madison, Wisconsin last weekend and wow! Right now it’s my favorite small city. I have more posts to come about the trip (that I think you’ll enjoy), but today I want to focus on all of the cozy bungalow…
Happy October!! It’s probably the most favorite month in the United States and is celebrated across the country with fall festivals, corn mazes, and more. Leaves are just starting to change colors and folks are planning their leaf-peeping trips. I’m always checking the fall color report for both Wisconsin and Illinois. Luckily we’ve got a…
Normally I save Thursdays for room tours, but today I have the honor of featuring a charming beach cottage that you can rent for vacation through VRBO. The home is located in Ocean View, Delaware and is just a short drive (or walk) to Bethany Beach. I love when readers reach out to me…
This is the tale of an ugly-duckling bathroom that was transformed into a completely charming vintage bathroom by Folkway Design & Wares Co. and looks like it always appeared the way it is now. From the antique dresser that serves as the vanity to the coveted claw foot tub, this bathroom embraces all the charm of…
Today’s Style Showcase features a roundup of fall decor, from pretty flower arrangements to making a cozy first impression in your entryway, and more. Enjoy all that this beautiful season has to offer! Shabbyfufu | How To Stack Up The Pumpkins Southern Hospitality | Fall Foyer Table Ideas Town & Country Living |…
Today we’re enjoying a tour of a Wisconsin lake cabin by Jessica Juelirer. You might remember the living room in this charming home when I wrote a post about cabin style decorating. This particular cabin seemed to be the most popular in that line-up. Photo by Jessica Jubelirer Design Whitewashed wood creates a bright and…
Wow! Our temperatures plunged from 80 degrees down to 50 degrees at night. What a shocker to my system! LOL. And of course, we’ll be back up to 80-degree temps early next week. Welcome to Illinois weather – I’m used to it at this point. Since it got so cold last night, I had to…
