I know that the trend in exterior home colors these days leans toward neutrals, but I love homes cloaked in fun, bold colors. When we moved into our circa 1875 clapboard farmhouse, it was painted pink with green and white trim. I loved it! But when we painted it pale yellow a few years later, our…
Do you decorate for Valentine’s Day at your house? I don’t do a whole lot but I like to bring in touches of pink and red. It’s like a decorating transition period between Christmas and spring time. I hauled my Paris Poster back out and added red and white pillows to the love seat. …
We’ve had a mild winter week here in Illinois. Mid 30-degree temps and little wind. The other day when I went out for a run, I actually heard birds chirping and a little bunny rabbit ran across my path. It put me in the mood for spring even though I know that’s at least 2…
You know how realtors have Open House Sunday when you can take a tour of houses for sale, whether you’re in the market for a new home or not? Well, I feel like this Charming Home series is like a virtual Open House, except the homes aren’t for sale. I look forward to featuring a…
A little over a week ago I offered a giveaway for the beautiful book, New Farmhouse Style. Thanks to everyone who entered and for all your kind words in your comments. I was truly moved and encouraged. I wish I could give a book to everyone! The winner is Kay L who wrote, “I love seeing…
I love flowers in all shapes and forms but when it comes to favorites, my heart belongs to simple cottage style flowers. Impatiens are my favorite garden bed flower for their charming sweetness, ease of care, and variety of colors. Inside the house, one of my favorite cut flowers is pink gerbera daisies, among a few…
Now that the outside of our house is finally painted, my next goal is to create an intimate dining space in the backyard. Our yard at the back of our house is small and there’s really not much you can do with it. We own the lot next to our house so the vegetable gardening,…
Today I have another easy DIY project for you. One thing I like about do-it-yourself projects is that you can customize them and create a one-of-a-kind look. Or sometimes when you can’t find what you’re looking for at the store, you can just make it yourself. Today I’m sharing how to make DIY Pink Frosted…
If you’ve been around Pinterest for any length of time, chances are you’ve seen photos of mugs, bowls, and plates decorated with Sharpies. This looked like a fun project to try so I did a bit of research before decorating dessert plates with Sharpies. I found some really helpful information that’s critical to the success…
Another beautiful home awaits your eager eyes today! Fox Hollow Cottage is another of the first home decor blogs I started reading. I have always loved Shannon’s easy breezy style with her light-filled spaces and fabulous DIY projects. Her charming home is filled with her personality and great style. A welcoming front door flanked by…
Valentine’s Day isn’t just the holiday of love … it’s the holiday of pink! Pink is the color of nurturing, compassion, and unconditional love. It’s always been a favorite of mine and I love using it in a simple Valentine’s Day vignette. Today I’m joining fellow bloggers for a Valentine’s hop. You’ll find their blogs…
This is just a quick post to let y’all know that some of my decorating loves are being featured today on the Creative Trends series by Terry’s Fabric in the UK. They recently interviewed me about my favorite home decor trends and you can probably guess what I talked about. Of course, farmhouse style is…
Valentine’s Day is just a month away and I created my first decoration for the holiday of love. It’s a very simple paper heart banner that you can make in less than an hour. I’m using it in a Valentine’s Day vignette that I’m sharing in a blog hop this Saturday. You don’t need a…
Today I have a special treat for you! I found a remodeled charming beach cottage over at Houzz and just have to share it with you! At only 950 square feet, it packs a decorating punch with its bright and airy appeal. I think you’ll love the simplicity and easy style of its cottage decor. This…
Last week I shared decorating ideas for achieving the farmhouse look in your home, and today I have even more farmhouse style to share with you. But this time, it comes in the form of a book that I’m giving away! One of my goals in 2015 is to host more giveaways. It’s my way…
One thing I love about vintage bottles is they’re extremely versatile when it comes to decorating. They look pretty all on their own, and they make a visual impact when grouped together. I have several types of old bottles … clear, aqua, altered, milk bottles, etc. I change them out from time to time, putting…
