The Christmas spirit is in the air! Stores have stocked their shelves with holiday decorations and shopping ads appear everywhere you look. I actually ordered a new tree even though I vowed not to. But I really like this one! LOL. I don’t intend to buy a lot of new ornaments, but a few favorite…
Before we get into the spirit of Christmas here on the blog, let’s take a virtual road trip to enjoy the blissful fall colors in Vermont. From rural roads to small and large towns, there’s so much to see and enjoy in the Green Mountain State, even though right now the mountains display a range…
Can you believe it’s already November? We’re still having 60 to 70-degree days here in the Chicagoland area, and this is the latest in the year that my hanging flower baskets are still blooming their hearts out. Maybe I can keep them going until December. LOL. Although I’ve started some holiday planning, I’m not ready…
A couple days ago my daughter texted her Thanksgiving menu to me and I shockingly realized the holiday season is upon us! Seems like just yesterday was July and I was feeding the fish while wading in my pond. But here we are – it’s November! I started thinking about Thanksgiving table setting ideas and…
We’re back from our autumn trip to the Bloomington and Brown County area of Southern Indiana. It’s been many years since I’ve headed to that neck of the woods and it was fun to return. The scenery was beautiful and we had a few fun surprises along the way. On our way to the…
Wow! Today’s Style Showcase goes above and beyond with a couple of stunning home tours, a pretty Thanksgiving table setting, and a collection of beautiful red houses from yours truly. Click the link above each photo to see more of what my blog friends have to share! Worthing Court | Designer Showhouse Tour Shabbyfufu…
I swore I’d never hang wallpaper in my house again. After first moving to my current home, I papered five rooms right away and put a border in one room. And that was before peel and stick papers became popular. I hung the paper by myself the old fashioned way. Eventually I tired of the…
The interior design of this suburban home styled by Amy Troute is pure modern Americana. Its traditional in every aspect and enjoys a fresh palette of pleasing color throughout. Let’s step inside and take a look! Photo by Amy Troute Inspired Interior Design A glimpse of the living room foreshadows the color that’s to…
Are you ready for more eye candy when it comes to charming Swedish cottages nestled in the woods of Good Templar Park in Geneva, Illinois? Last Saturday I shared the first batch of these cozy summer houses and today it’s time to see the rest. A couple times per year, Good Templar Park opens to…
What a gorgeous fall season we’re having! My yard is golden with color, especially from the maple tree out front that looks like it’s glowing whether the sun is shining or not. And then there’s the Hosta leaves that have turned the same glorious shade of yellow. Even Tuesday’s rain couldn’t dampen my spirits. I…
Are you ready to tour a beautiful Tudor home all dressed up in French country style? I love the color and vintage charm seen throughout this welcoming home by Julia Chasman Design. Photo by Julia Chasman Design You can’t miss the gorgeous rafters in the living room’s vaulted ceiling above, not to mention the rich…
It’s time for true confessions. How many of you are procrastinators? Maybe you don’t wait until the last minute with everything, just those things that don’t really excite you. Such is the case with me and Halloween decorations. Every year I struggle with myself about putting up outdoor Halloween decorations. I mean, isn’t handing out…
Are you ready for more Style Showcase inspiration? Today we’ve got two features that focus on Thanksgiving – one is my earthy table setting and the other is Suzy’s prep tips for Turkey Day. And then we’ve got home tours provided by Janet and Rhoda. Click the links above each photo to learn more! Town…
This beautiful vintage kitchen remodel by The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn in an 1897 historic home is located not too far from me – Downers Grove. I love every square inch of its sun-filled space with classic elements like Shaker cabinets and subway tile. Photo by The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn A…
In the state of New Jersey is a beautiful historic home renovated by Karen B. Wolf Interiors for a young family in soft and pretty transitional style. From the minute you step through the front door until you see the backyard, you’ll be amazed with every room. Photo by Karen B Wolf Interiors, Associate ASID…
Many of you know that I grew up in Geneva, Illinois, due west of Chicago on the outskirts of the suburbs. The town has a Swedish history and features Good Templar Park where members of the International Organization of Good Templars would come to celebrate Midsummer, which is Swedish Day, or “Svenskarnas Dag” in Sweden….
