Did everyone survive Black Friday? I try to avoid the stores as much as possible the day after Thanksgiving, but I did need to get a few things. Then yesterday my daughter and I ran a half marathon (13.1 miles), so needless to say I’m a bit exhausted. Time to grab a cup of coffee…
My flea market kitchen table has seen better days. It’s rickety, I’m constantly re-painting it, and I think it’s way past its prime. After having success with my new dining table, I started the hunt for the perfect kitchen farm table. I’m sharing some examples of style I considered, and then I’ll share the kitchen…
Have I told you how anxious I am to share my Christmas decor with you? The holiday decorating is done and photos have been taken. I’m waiting until next week to share what I’ve done, but I’m really in the Christmas spirit and feel the need to share something festive. So I’ve rounded up some…
This post is sponsored by Bona. All opinions are my own. Every year at this time I tell myself I’m not going to stress when getting the house ready for guests. A few tips – five to be exact – help me keep my sanity when getting everything ready. Today I’m joining four other creative…
Cape Cod homes are cozy and cute, but sometimes “cozy” can mean cramped living spaces. Today’s home tour features a charming Cape Cod renovation by Anchor Builders out of St. Louis Park, Minnesota. They kept all the charm of yesteryear while creating a house that keeps up with today’s trends and lifestyle. The exterior of…
Avoid last minute holiday stress by planning your Christmas table setting ahead of time. I’ve collected several ideas to inspire you and get your wheels turning. Whether you prefer a simple holiday table, or a more elaborate setting, you’re sure to find something here that suits your fancy. When in doubt, turn to traditional holiday…
When it comes to Christmas trees, I’m kind of like Kevin in “Home Alone.” Holiday trees are magical and beautiful. As a kid, I couldn’t wait to get home from school to turn the tree lights on and just bask in the glow. A few months before Christmas I start dreaming about how to decorate…
Today’s tour is a little unique as well as quite appealing. A classic Arts and Crafts style home was renovated with a green focus in mind. The result is a LEED certified home. If you’re not familiar with LEED, it stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. So basically there are environmentally-friendly (aka “green”)…
My house is transitioning from fall decor to Christmas. My holiday home tour is the last week of November which is why I need to start decorating now. I was playing around with the mantel after removing my brown bottles, and started to set up my candle holders. I’ve started collecting wooden candle holders and…
What is it about the English countryside that captures your heart and never lets go? There’s something about those little stone cottages dotting the rolling hills of the country with sheep baying in the background. Didn’t we all fall in love with the cozy little house featured in the movie, “Holiday” with Cameron Diaz, Jude…
Welcome to the first month of our brand new Cozy Living series! Eleven bloggers are joining together to share cozy living ideas with you the first Saturday of each month. We hope to inspire you to create memorable cozy moments at home for you and your family. Each blogger (I shared who the cozy living…
Fall is such a beautiful season and I enjoy it immensely. But once the first frost comes I really start to miss my garden. I love stepping outside to grab tomatoes off the vine and clip some herbs for homemade marinara sauce. Since this option is no longer available, I’ll move and grow herbs indoors…
This post is sponsored by Cost Plus World Market. All opinions are my own. Yes, you read that right. I’m here to tell you how to have a little Christmas shopping fun with llamas. No, I don’t mean riding a llama to the store or starting a llama farm. I’m talking about all of the…
A warm and inviting Massachusetts family home creates beauty and convenient living within its walls. As you tour this pretty home, you’ll enjoy a mix of neutral finishes combined with texture and timeless, traditional style. A pair of tufted wing chairs with brown fuzzy pillows form a cozy conversational corner. A white orchid lends a…
Happy Saturday, Friends! I’ve been so anxious to let you know that next week is the launch of a new Cozy Living Series with a few of my blogging buddies. Join us each month to celebrate the joys and experiences that particular time of year means to us. We’ll share the various ways we create…
Have you started planning for Thanksgiving yet? I like to get an early start because it means I’ll be less stressed as the holiday draws nearer. This week I’m joining a lovely group of bloggers to share inspirational table settings; it’s part of the Styled + Set series organized by Lory at Designthusiasm. My dining…
