Are you ready to see inside a charming little farmhouse cottage nestled just south of Knoxville in Maryville, Tennessee? This is the Airbnb house that we stayed in two weeks ago and so far, is my favorite rental vacation home. I even made a video tour you can watch at the end of this post….
Fall is officially here in Illinois in just a few short days. To cozy things up and usher in the season I’m sharing 13 fall mantel ideas with you today. I’ll start with one of my favorite mantels that I created a few years ago. I used art deco pottery and baby boo pumpkins for…
Happy Friday, Friends! This week has blown by and I’m glad it has because next week is my first-ever glamping vaction! It’s just a 2-night mini vacay to get away from it all and immerse myself in nature. Hubby and I booked a charming little yurt located on a mostly private, small lake in Wisconsin….
One thing is certain about fall – no other season can boast its rich colors and cozy appeal. Step outside in the sunlight foliage and you’ll feel like the earth is giving you a big hug! Bring some of that splendor indoors with any of these gorgeous fall flower arrangement ideas. A hollowed-out pumpkin…
Welcome to the first part of my modern country fall home tour! I haven’t been in the mood to decorate for autumn, due to four gloomy days in a row. But when the sun came out on Sunday, I felt a pep in my step again and got busy decorating. First, let me give…
You can tell it’s no longer summer (well, technically speaking it still is for at another week) by all the fall inspiration on blogs across the country. Today’s Style Showcase is no exception. Read on for decorating ideas that are all about fall! Shabbyfufu | How To Make A Fall Vegetable Table Centerpiece Southern…
Shorter days signal the time to start decorating in warm colors and one of the first things I do is plant a few mums and swap out the front door adornment. Here’s an easy fall wreath you can make in a matter of minutes for your front door – or for inside, too! If…
Today’s renovated cottage features warmth and texture in a fresh take. Dark blue paint combines with exposed brick and makes you feel like the interiors are wrapping you in a comfortable hug. Photo by West End Interiors A modern take on Windsor chairs are seen in the dining room with an used brick fireplace….
Fall is a great time to gather with friends or family for a home-cooked meal. The earth is bearing its harvest and people move gatherings from the outdoors to inside. Today I have a collection of 7 fall table settings to inspire your intimate celebrations. September is apple-picking season and I love the simple…
Technically, it’s not officially fall but today’s weather feels like autumn to me. It was only 58-degrees on my drive to work with a light rain falling on the farm fields. Next week it’s back up to the 80s for an Indian summer. Last weekend we took our Labor Day trip to the Knoxville area…
Transitional style is growing in popularity; it’s a marriage of contemporary and traditional decorating. Today’s beautiful, white transitional kitchen shows why the style has become so appealing. Photo by Casework Traditional subway tile and white cabinetry in the kitchen are paired with more modern, gold hardware like drawer pulls and a pot filler above…
Let the fall decorating begin! The calendar says it’s still summer (yay for me!) but don’t we all love decorating for fall? I’m torn over getting my porch spruced up for Halloween this year because who knows if there will be any trick-or-treaters? Well, let’s not think about that just yet. How about some gorgeous…
Are you ready to start decorating for autumn? Fall front door decor is a great place to start because that’s what makes the first impression when entering your home. Pumpkins and wreaths are an obvious choice for ushering in the fall season. Our little corner pumpkin stand in town already has some of their…
As if two stories of beautiful interior design weren’t enough, this traditional harbor house delights the eye with three stories. Although, looking at the exterior, you’ll notice a turquoise basement door that hints at another level of living space. Photo by Hendricks Churchill That same beautiful blue shade graces the front door, as well….
Do you ever forget about special places that are located near you? I know I do. I decided to rectify this by visiting nearby places that I’ve neglected over the years. Even a day trip can feel like a mini summer vacation. So last weekend we went to Starved Rock State Park in Utica, Illinois…
Welcome to Friday Finds! I’ve got good stuff to share with you as we head into apple-picking season. September is a beautiful month and I hope to enjoy every minute of it. I’ll spend as much time outside as I can! Speaking of being outside, today I’m on my way to the Smoky Mountains with…
