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….
Are fall colors blazing in your area? This weekend we’re taking a leaf peeping trip to southern Indiana (we’re already here as I write this). The leaves are peaking in color and it’s so beautiful. Southern Indiana has rolling hills which adds to the eye candy. I’m taking photos and will share them very soon…
Do you remember back in the 80s when country blue was a wildly popular color? That was about the time I switched my decorating style from a cool Zen Asian style to comfortable country. Today we’re touring a pretty country blue farmhouse kitchen by Hill Farm Furniture with classic features that will warm your heart….
Organic vibes and finishes are still going strong in today’s interior decorating world. People are leaving all-white rooms behind and choosing wood finishes and rooms that feature color. Today we’re focusing on wood paneled walls that go beyond the pressed fiberboard paneling of the 1970s era that was designed to look real. Photo by Battle…
Happy Tuesday, friends! Today’s Style Showcase features Thanksgiving tables, decorating ideas, and my favorite Halloween home tour! Just a reminder – I’ve got a cook book giveaway going on. If you missed it, click here to enter for a chance to win Orchard, filled with recipes from James Rich of Somerset, England. Southern Hospitality |…
Hi friends! It’s time for another book giveaway! I love featuring new books here on the blog and it’s always fun for me to give a free copy to a lucky reader. Today’s book is Orchard which is all about sweet and savoury recipes from the English countryside by James Rich – and I’m giving…
The last time I took a fall leaf peeping trip was with my daughters when we headed to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. That’s the weekend my son’s wife gave birth to their daughter Charlotte. This year, hubby and I are headed to southern Indiana to catch the Covered Bridges Festival in Parke County. From there, we’ll…
Fall is in full swing with its riotous colors and crisp days. I don’t know of a single person who doesn’t love this season. Before you head out for leaf peeping this weekend, enjoy some of this week’s Friday Finds! From fixer-uppers to home details to baked donuts, what’s not to love? Let’s kick off…
A lot of people organize their kitchen and other spaces after the holidays are over, but I tend to prefer to organize things before the holidays. That way I feel less stressed. I’m currently in the process of purging and donating things I really don’t need. Once that’s done, I’ll reorganize shelves and cupboards. Here…
Today we’re headed south to visit a white brick cottage newly constructed by Willow Design and photographed by Tommy Daspit. This home proves a new house doesn’t have to be cookie cutter. Photo by Tommy Daspit Photographer Wood posts are added as a frame to the front porch to provide texture and interest. Photo…
