Worn painted furniture and faded chintz curtains and fabrics evoke the aura of Old World vintage comfort. This collection of 14 shabby chic living room ideas is sure to stir a bit of romance in your decorating heart! Photo by Cabbages & Roses Ltd Slip-covered furniture is often used to provide an updated look…
Clearly my blog friends and I have the holidays on the brain. We’re each sharing Christmas highlights for today’s edition of Style Showcase. I always love seeing what they’re up to and enjoy being inspired by them. My feature is all about Christmas porch decorations, as is Rhoda’s at Southern Hospitality. Town & Country Living…
Do you struggle with storage and space issues in your kitchen? I think most people do, regardless of the size of their kitchen. Today I’m featuring an adorable, small space kitchen that’s large on style and storage. When I discovered it, I was amazed at the smart use of space! This charming cottage kitchen was…
If I could wrap this house up in a package and ship it to Illinois for me to live in, I would! I fell in love the moment I spied the cozy breakfast nook. There isn’t one thing I would change about this warm and classic home by Design Shop Interiors. Keep on scrolling and…
Thanksgiving is coming up and many of you are probably planning your table, figuring out who sits where, and whether you have enough seating available. Lucky for me, my daughter is hosting this year because I gave my dining set to her and my newer, smaller table hasn’t arrived yet. Not only that, but I…
Happy Friday before Thanksgiving! Are you hosting this year or going somewhere else? I’ll head to my daughter’s home, where my dining table now resides! I’m still baking my homemade pumpkin pies to take over there, along with some type of salad. But in other news, my blog has a new look! Visit the home…
When most of us envision a country kitchen, we probably think of lots of pitchers, handmade pot holders, checked café curtains, and other cutesy stuff flanking counter tops and shelves. But today’s contemporary country kitchen is more streamlined while exuding a sense of warmth. Enjoy this kitchen tour which is a perfect example of this…
We’re heading out to the Rockies today to enjoy a tour of a colorful farmhouse designed by Todd Remington Architect. Inside, you’ll find a bit of English Country style mixed with farmhouse appeal. Pink and green are the dominant colors and I think you’ll find this home refreshingly appealing. Photo by Todd Remington Architect You’ll…
Raise your hand if you think time needs to slow down! Thanksgiving is just 10 days away! How is that even possible? Are you hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas at your house? If yes, you’ll find hosting tips below. Have you started decorating? I’m sharing garland ideas and options. You’ll also find a beautiful home tour…
There are days when I have no desire to decorate or do anything different in my home. And then there are days (or months) when I’m chafing at the bit to open a can of paint and get creative. That’s how I feel right now and this time, my eye is on redecorating the dining…
Today’s modern farmhouse by Patrick Sutton is unique and filled with wonderful details. Antiques pair with unique architecture to create a comfortable and inviting home that I think most people will find quite appealing. Enter the home to be greeted by an antique pitchfork and aged armoire. Warm wood floors add warmth to painted bead…
Christmas trees and mantels go together like peanut butter and jelly. It seems like most people place their holiday tree near their fireplace or mantel, if they have one. So I collected some inspiration to help you pair your Christmas tree and mantel together for a festive and coordinated holiday vibe. A red and white…
You’ll enjoy some really pretty rooms in today’s collection of Friday Finds. From a Swedish kitchen to a craftsman style home, there’s sure to be something here that you’ll enjoy. See this beautiful home that shows how to make craftsman style work. Every room is thoughtfully decorated and oozes warmth. One of my favorite blogs is Grit…
Are you ready for a fresh, slightly modern look in the kitchen? Today’s coastal style kitchen by M. Victoria Johnson Interiors pairs light, woodgrain cabinets with gold accents beneath a vaulted ceiling. Photo by M. Victoria Johnson Interiors The dark, rich wood floors creates a pleasing contrast against the lighter cabinets adding warmth at…
Well, I said I was going to enjoy the peace of November before getting crazy with Christmas, but here I am sharing DIY vintage Christmas cards you can make. And on Monday I shared some favorite ornaments to consider for this year’s tree. You can’t control when the holiday bug is going to bite. …
Thanksgiving is just two weeks and two days away!! Can you believe it? It’s hard for me to wrap my head around the close proximity of the holiday because we still have temps in the 60s and 70s here in Chicagoland. I’m still feeling summer in my bones even though the calendar says otherwise. But…
