Welcome to the weekend before Halloween! Fall colors are just starting to reach their crescendo here on the outskirts of Chicagoland. Later today, hubby and I are off for our leaf peeping weekend where President Ronald Reagan grew up. We’re staying in a tiny town with no streetlights so it will feel a little like…
Do you love this season of crisp days and getting the house cozy for the autumn season? Cabin style decorating is a great way to add coziness to any room in your house. I think you’ll agree once you see these inspirational photos that showcase the warmth and comfort a cabin provides. (This post contains…
Most of the trees across the country are starting to peak with their fall color and it’s such a gorgeous scene. I love that God gives us this brilliant burst of color before the branches empty themselves of foliage. When I think of where I’d most like to travel during autumn, hands down it’s the…
The first three photos in today’s edition of Style Showcase feature pretty chandeliers. And then there’s my photo at the end with no chandelier. I guess I didn’t get the memo. LOL. Anyway, check out this week’s line-up of home decorating inspiration. I’m intrigued by the Nashville concept home with its beautiful entryway – definitely…
This year I didn’t join any autumn tours with my fellow bloggers. I wasn’t sure if I’d decorate for fall this year. With a full-time job and spending our weekends getting away more, I just didn’t know if I’d have time. I did manage to make a few subtle changes to a couple of rooms…
Be prepared to be inspired by the fresh and beautiful styling of this cozy lakefront cabin by Rehkamp Larson Architects in Minnesota with an open floor plan. Despite the open areas, the home feels warm and cozy through the use of wood, stone, and textiles. The entire house is stunning, but I think the kitchen…
Remember when earth tones were popular back in the seventies? Knotty pine paneling was making its appearance in family rooms across America. Couple it with the popular harvest gold and avocado green tones from that era and your home was in high style. Warm, earthy tones are making a come back in every room of…
Happy Ides of October! We’re mid-month and only have a tinge of color on the trees. It seems like peak fall season keeps getting a little later. Next weekend we’re going on a “leaf peeping” getaway and I think the colors will be in full swing. I’m looking forward to spending time in the small…
Days are growing shorter and nights are getting cooler during this beautiful autumn season. It makes you look forward to curling up in bed at the end of the day. One of the easiest ways to fluff up your bed is with new linens. Here’s how to choose bedding to make your nights soft and…
We’re back in Madison, Wisconsin for the second half of our walking tour that showcases unique homes in a beautiful lakefront neighborhood. Each home is different with its own special character. The blue Tudor above features stucco on top and clapboard siding on the bottom. A pretty arched door and bay window enhance the charm…
Hello friends! Leaves are just beginning to change color here in greater Chicagoland but we’re still having warm days, which is fine by me. You’ll find inspiring fall decorating ideas today from my SS friends below. Enjoy! Town & Country Living | Fall Lantern Table Setting Worthing Court | 5 No-Fail Ways To Change…
Vintage oil paintings are making a big comeback in home décor. If you can’t afford original artwork, which can get pretty pricey, there are plenty of resources for canvas prints that look close to the real thing. (This post contains affiliate links – see my privacy policy.) Photo by Westbrook Interiors Art is such a…
In yesterday’s post I mentioned that I decided to tackle a new project and would share today what that’s all about. Call me crazy, but I decided to run another marathon – the Avenue of the Giants Marathon! In the first decade of this century, I ran a total of five marathons. I ran the…
Hello friends! How are things in your corner of the world? I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed because I’m spinning a lot of plates these days. But the good news is I recently wrapped up a 300-page coffee table book project at my day job. My co-worker, Lori, and I celebrated the completion of the…
Although I’m not a fan of shorter days, I do enjoy snuggling under the covers of a bed in a warm and cozy bedroom. Here’s a collection of beautiful bedrooms that’ll make you want to curl up for a little cat nap. Photo by Ann Stillman O’leary Wood ceilings always create cozy appeal in…
I debated about sharing this post on my blog since it talks about an uncomfortable topic – the end of life and choosing your final resting place. After giving it some thought, I decided my recent experience on the topic might be helpful to others. If you’re like me, you don’t like to think about…
