Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and you might be more focused on a thankful tablescape. But Christmas will be here soon so as long as you’re in the entertaining mood, why not noodle a few creative Christmas dining ideas? Keep it simple like the table above with a bough of greens for a table runner and…
Oops! I forgot that I was including my embroidery hoop Christmas wreaths on this week’s installment of Style Showcase – and I featured them just this past Saturday in a post about my favorite Christmas crafts. Even so, you’ll find beautiful inspiration from my fellow showcasers this week! Enjoy! Worthing Court | Designer’s Step-By-Step Directions…
All my adult life I’ve wanted a room with a beautiful fireplace but so far I’ve never owned a house with a functional fireplace. My parents’ house had a gorgeous stone fireplace that stretched up one wall of the vaulted living room. It was pretty impressive and is probably the reason for my desire to…
Would you like to see some of my favorite Christmas crafts that I’ve shared on my blog over the years? Last Saturday I shared some of my favorite vintage Christmas decor and a lot of you liked it. So I thought I’d do the same today with holiday crafts you can make yourself! Above are…
Next week is Thanksgiving. Many of us are struggling with not being able to see family or enjoy the holiday like we normally do. Sometimes adverse situations cause us to dig a little deeper in our soul to find meaning and joy in life. This is the first Thanksgiving in a long time that I…
Much of the country is enforcing more stringent gathering rules as the virus gains momentum. Indoor dining is not allowed where I live and I sure to miss it. So why not create a restaurant worthy dining space to enjoy some home cooked meals for the time being? Photo by Anne Niedergang, Architect I’ve…
Hello Friends! Welcome to another week of Style Showcase holiday decor. Maybe now is a good time to lay low, check out home decor blogs, and plan your Christmas decorations. And don’t forget to enjoy a bit of hot chocolate while you brainstorm! Visit my friends below for their fabulous holiday inspiration – you won’t…
We’ve survived another weekend and it’s on to a new week! On Saturday I made a mad dash to Royal Wren in Geneva to snatch up the cutest hot chocolate mugs ever. I had seen them on Instagram and knew I had to have them. (This post contains affiliate links.) I mean seriously, how…
Nostalgia. That’s why vintage Christmas decor is so appealing. They invoke the awe and excitement we experienced as children, waiting for the celebration of baby Jesus or the arrival of Santa with presents. As a child, everything about Christmas seemed magical. Remember when decorating with teddy bears was the trend – especially at Christmas…
This week finds me counting the days until my daughter Bridget’s baby is born. She’s due on November 25th. Will his arrival interfere with Thanksgiving dinner? Time will tell! In other personal news, I’m focusing more on my health prior to the holidays. I’m trying to get back into a regular exercise routine. My goal…
Today is the day I’m finally getting around to sharing the rest of my Lake Geneva walking tour! There are so many historic home exteriors in this town to enjoy. I’m toying with the idea of going back before Christmas to snap pictures of the houses decorated for the holidays. Above is a gorgeous…
The title of today’s post reminds me of that 80’s song, “I Can’t Drive 55” by Sammy Hagar Do you remember it? And now it’s going to be playing in your head all day. Sorry! In other news, it’s officially Christmas season in blogland. We bloggers tend to start a little early, but not quite…
Before you start trimming your Christmas tree, check out these gorgeous holiday decorating themes! You’ll find a variety of styles, from rustic cabin to soft, shabby chic. I confess I already have two trees decorated, each one with a different theme. I’ll share them on my Christmas home tour, scheduled for Friday, December 4th! More…
For those of you who love light and airy interiors, you’re sure to enjoy today’s charming family beach house located in Massachusetts. The home is the creation of Polhemus Savery DaSilva Architects Builders. Photo by Polhemus Savery DaSilva The family beach house is cloaked in classic Nantucket style. Sea blue shutters feature star cut-outs. Blue…
A cozy lake condo in Wisconsin proved to be a great destination point for my recent girls’ weekend with my daughters. They needed a break from their kids; I just wanted time to relax and unwind. Since it’s “Cozy Living Saturday,” (the first Saturday of the month), this cozy condo in Lake Geneva is a…
Is anyone besides me losing sleep from watching election results this week? Omigoodness what a whirlwind week it’s been regardless of how you voted. We wait with bated breath for final results! And hopefully, the angst will subside and we can work toward unity and love for our fellow citizen. That is my hope anyway….
