We all have our favorite collections or items we like to display in our homes. It’s those little touches that give a home warmth and personality. Large wall clocks have always appealed to me. Maybe it’s because they conjure memories of overnight visits to my grandmother’s house, listening to the comforting tick-tock of her vintage…
Today’s kitchen tour proves that green is the new neutral! Gray-green kitchen cabinets create the backdrop in this gorgeous makeover design by Linette Dai Design. I truly love everything about this space, and it’s no surprise that it was featured in Sunset Magazine earlier this year. Photo by Linette Dai Design The large kitchen…
Today’s Style Showcase is all about Christmas. Rhoda kicks things off with an amazing mansion tour and the rest of us are featuring color-themed Christmas decorations with you. So get ready to enjoy plenty of eye candy today! Southern Hospitality | The Elms Newport Mansion Tour Rhoda always visits the most interesting places and today…
Christmas is just one week away and most of you probably have your decorating completed. If not, you still have a little time to create a beautiful Christmas with today’s holiday living room ideas. And even if you thought you were done, you might just find bits of inspiration to add to your home. A…
Let’s take a virtual trip over to the U.K. to discover a wondrous Cotswold cottage by Imperfect Interiors that’s filled with all the charm and tranquility of yesteryear. Not only is it reminiscent of days gone by, but you can rent the Armada Cottage for your next overseas trip. A floor-to-ceiling floral drape greets you…
Today’s beautiful bachelorette kitchen by Lauren DeBello Interiors echoes the romantic shade of Pantone’s 2024 color of the year – Peach Fuzz. Gorgeous, organically textured tile creates the back splash wall behind white cabinetry. Touches of wood and gold accents complete the stylish, feminine look. Photo by Lauren DeBello Interiors A closer look reveals…
Today I’m in Galena with the entire family. I’m surprised all four of our families fit in one house. I love the time together and truly appreciate we’re all able to get away just before Christmas to celebrate the holidays in a peaceful way. Although with eight grandchildren, it sometimes gets chaotic. I love it…
We’ve been talking about how wallpaper is making its appearance once again, and today we’ll see how pretty it looks in a fresh, white, beach style kitchen. Lots of windows provide sunny appeal and leave you feeling like you should be whipping up a healthy salad before heading outdoors for a nature walk. You…
Scandinavian ambiance has always attracted me, even back when I was a kid. Maybe it’s because I grew up in a Swedish town that had the most amazing and cozy Swedish gift shop that’s been in busy since 1947! My mother would take me there and buy her Christmas gnomes. One thing I love about…
Today on Style Showcase I’m sharing one of my favorite holiday mantels. I felt like a kid setting it up. You’ll also find some great inspiration from my blog friends today, from a designer home tour to white Christmas trees and a cocoa bar. Shabbyfufu | Secrets & Tips To Decorate A White Christmas Tree…
We head to Galena this week to enjoy our annual family Christmas together, but I don’t think we’re going to be blessed with snow. For me, it always feels a bit more festive when snow is on the ground for the holidays. To get myself in the spirit, I’ll enjoy today’s collection of 13 cozy…
Today we’re headed to Orange County, California to explore a luxurious home by Wendi Young Design. The house is perfectly located with amazing views of a stunning vineyard. The interiors are elegant and beautifully coordinated for a true treasure of a home! Photo by Wendi Young Design This luxurious home has several outdoor living…
Although I’m not a fan of winter, one thing I do like about the season is stepping in from the cold into a warm and cozy living. With that spirit in mind, I’m featuring a collection of fantastic mountain cabin living rooms that display the ultimate in cozy appeal. From natural wood to rich colors…
Just 18 days until Christmas! Are you ready? For me, it’s actually one week until the holiday when we head to Galena with the entire family to celebrate. This is our fifth year going to Galena the week before Christmas. We rent a cozy cabin-style home with a big fireplace, a huge dining room to…
Are you ready for a pretty surprise today? Today I’m featuring the allure of a red kitchen by Sheila Mayden Interiors. I don’t recall seeing many red kitchens, but this one in a Queen Anne Victorian home is beautifully done in a traditional and functional style. Plus it has wallpaper! Photo by Sheila Mayden Interiors…
After years of thinking about it, I’m finally in the design stage of redecorating my downstairs bathroom! When I first bought my circa 1875 house, a big selling factor was the claw foot tubs, which I’ll never part with. Last week I chose the flooring and the week before I ordered the paint and wallpaper….
