Hello friends! I hope you enjoyed your 4th of July weekend. I managed to get a bit more yard work done and when it got hot, read more of the book I’m currently reading, The Girl on Legare Street by Karen White. It’s part of a series, the first book is House on Tradd Street….
Happy 4th of July! I hope you’re enjoying your extended weekend. To celebrate our country’s independence day, I thought I’d share a bit of decorating with Old Glory and some fun flag facts. Photo by Nikki To Photography Did you know that the original “Old Glory” was owned by William Driver, a 19th century…
Step inside this traditional home dressed in blue and white. It enjoys a mix of casual and formal as seen throughout the home’s interiors. Photo by Andrew Howard Interior Design The kitchen is mostly white with a few touches of blue. A basket pendant light adds texture and an air of casual appeal. Photo…
When most people think of California, they think beaches, palm trees, L.A., and Hollywood. The word “cozy” probably doesn’t come to mind. But I definitely found the cozy side of California when visiting historic Ferndale. And since today is Cozy Living Saturday (the first Saturday of the month), I think now is the perfect time…
If you look at Pinterest or any home decorating magazine, you’ll know that wallpaper is trending and looks like it’s here to stay for a while. From peel and stick to paste and water, you can choose an easy DIY application or go old school. Let’s take a look at wallpaper decorating ideas for the…
Happy Wednesday! I’m excited to share a modern country kitchen by Covenant LLC with beautiful blue cabinetry paired with warm wood tones and other amazing details. Photo by Covenant LLC I love the combination of finishes in this kitchen. Black counter tops, blue shaker-style cabinets, wood on the kitchen island, beautiful glass pendant lights, slate…
Summer is in full swing and I’m happy to say I got all of my initial gardening projects done! Now it’s just minimal maintenance pulling a weed here or there and deadheading spent flowers. Our pond looks great and I’ll share it soon. I’ve been taking lots of photos, I’m just waiting for both of…
On occasion, I like to feature a unique home that may or may not knock your socks off. Today’s home is a fabulous cabin in the woods nestled among tall trees on a Maine island that I think everyone will enjoy. Photo by Winkelman Architecture The windows and wood work throughout the home is…
Let’s head on over to Bald Head Island, North Carolina to tour a high-end yet casual beach cottage photographed by Gridley + Graves Photographers. The charming interiors are dressed in blues, greens, and white for a classic seaside cottage look. Photo by Gridley + Graves Photographers In my opinion, any house with amazing views…
Summer is a great time to give your bedroom a quick refresh. Remove heavy blankets, swap out winter bedding for lighter cotton sheets and a coverlet, and don’t forget to add a bouquet of flowers from the garden! Here’s a collection of summer fresh bedroom ideas to get your creativity flowing! Photo by Burnham Design…
I think it’s time for another beautiful room tour, and today I’m featuring an old world kitchen tour by my favorite kitchen designer – deVOL Kitchens. I might be in the minority, but I much prefer an “unfitted” like this one as opposed to a high-end, contemporary kitchen. Photo by deVOL Kitchens I love…
Happy Tuesday, friends! It’s time for another edition of Style Showcase and I’m super excited about today’s line-up. If you’re new here, every Tuesday a few of my blogging friends and I share some past inspiration from our blogs that’s still relevant today. Click on the links below and enjoy! Shabbyfufu | Discovering The Palm…
Let’s check out a pretty house on the lake today. This cozy stone cottage by Jeffrey Dungan Architects oozes charm and architectural details. The home’s exterior is especially unique with its mix of rustic wood and stone. Photo by Jeffrey Dungan Architects I love the diamond mullion windows throughout the home. They remind me…
I’m on a mission. I’m decluttering my horizontal surfaces as much as possible so that I can enjoy a more minimalist approach to decorating for the summer season. The idea is to let flowers and plants do the talking throughout the house. The first room I’m tackling is the dining room and the focal point…
Is there anything more nostalgic in summer than whiling away the hours on a porch swing? Enjoying a gentle breeze while swaying to and fro on a swing brings back memories of simpler times that were far less rushed and frazzled. Photo by Nostalgic Porch Swing Co., LLC To “while away” means to pass…
We’re havin’ a heat wave, a tropical heat wave! Record temps are making their way across the country and today is Chicago’s turn to feel the heat. We’ve got a heat advisory for the next two days so everyone is laying low. At least we’ve got some refreshing inspiration lined up for this week’s edition…
