I don’t venture into the city too often, but when I do, I love walking the many neighborhoods and admiring the architecture. As I wander the streets of Wrigleyville or Hyde Park, I wonder what the beautiful homes look like inside. Today we’re getting a taste of Chicago city living with a tour of a…
When I have time, I enjoy cooking and baking from scratch. And when the fall season rolls around, the desire to bake is amplified! All those wonderful pumpkin, cinnamon, and maple flavors are just waiting to be turned into something special. But today, I’m featuring tasty Oatmeal Raisin Pecan Cookies! These cookies have the…
Cupid shot me with autumn’s arrow and I’m hopelessly ready for the most beautiful season. I’m also love-struck with burgundy and copper candle holders that now grace my Pottery Barn inspired fall mantel. (This post contains affiliate links.) A gorgeous collection of burgundy, rose, and copper candle holders jumped off the pages of Pottery…
Temperatures have been in the sixties the past few days and now I’m fully motivated to decorate for fall! I found the sweetest vintage owl printable and turned him into a beautiful piece of wall art. You can download the print at the bottom of this post to make your own framed canvas. First…
Today you’re in for a special treat as we take a tour of a mid-century modern island retreat in Vancouver, B.C. The home is amazing with expansive views and tasteful contemporary interiors. Photo by Johnson + McLeod Design Consultants Varied levels within the home create a unique layout – anything but traditional! A vaulted…
One of my favorite herbs is basil with its unique fragrance and flavor. You’ll find it in our garden every summer. And one of my favorite recipes to make with it is Basil Pesto Cavatappi similar to the dish you’ll find at Noodles and Company. This year we grew basil in our vegetable garden…
It’s the season for pumpkin spice and all things nice! And today, I’ve got a nice treat for you with a Pumpkin Fettuccine Alfredo recipe. Lucky for you, I’m not the only one sharing a pumpkin recipe. You’ll find oodles more at the bottom of this post. My friend Kristen at Ella Claire organized…
Are you ready to start decorating for fall? Today I’m sharing how to make a pretty Fall Berries Grapevine Wreath! Not only am I showing how to make a fall wreath today – but so are several of my blogging friends. You’ll find the link to their wreath instructions at the end of this…
Enjoy the best of both worlds in this craftsman home that uses both light and dark decor to their fullest advantage! Photo by Katie Denham Interiors Step inside this cozy, charming craftsman home and be greeted by dark, rich wood work! The first house I ever owned had wood trim like this. It was…
Happy First Day of September!! The days are slowly getting shorter and cooler and it’s time to transition to cozy fall decorating. I’m making it easy on myself this year by changing the color scheme and swapping out a few vignettes. (This post contains affiliate links.) A favorite tip of mine for transitioning decor…
Late August and early September is harvest time here in Illinois. Farmer’s markets are overflowing with produce and it’s a great time to cook. Today I’m sharing a fall favorite – Sweet Potato Spoon Bread with decadent caramel pecan sauce! Yes, please!! This is the first time I’ve made a dessert using sweet potatoes. I’ve…
August is coming to a close and soon we’ll be transitioning from summer to fall. Sigh. I love summer – but I also love fall and the wonderful tastes of its season! When temperatures drop I love to warm my soul with soup. And in this case, a bowl of Roasted Apple Butternut Squash Soup…
It’s no secret I love farm animals. I love animals of any kind – even snakes. I also enjoy decorating with farm animals throughout my home. No, not the real type of animals, regardless of how cute they are. I’m talking about decorating with these types of farm animals – the statuary kind like…
Officially, I’m a pescetarian, which means I’m a vegetarian who eats fish. When I crave meat I turn to seafood dishes. Shrimp with Creamy Couscous is one of my favorite mealtime recipes. I have a tendency to pick complicated recipes thinking, the more complicated the better it tastes, right? Not always true! This particular…
I’m in love! We now have our long-awaited garden pond that totally transforms our backyard! An amazing pond designer drew up the plan several months ago and we waited patiently. Our installation date on their schedule finally arrived and I’m bursting with joy over the new addition to our household! The super-talented crew turned…
Romantic shabby chic is a little bit white, a sprinkling of pastels, a few ruffles here and there, and all things vintage. A few of you have asked me to share a few shabby chic blogs to follow because you love the look as much as I do. Following are some of my favorites for…
