Welcome to a new series here on Town and Country Living! I get questions about where to shop for items in my home or other homes that I feature, so I decided to start Market Monday which features beautiful decor and where to source items that you love. I’m not sure how long this new…
Did you know each sunflower head is made of smaller flowers? The big yellow petals around the outside are called ray florets. The center of the flower where the seeds develop, is made of numerous tiny blossoms that bees love. Be sure to plant these golden beauties in your garden if you want to attract…
August has arrived and I cannot lie – I dread the end of summer. Don’t get me wrong, I love fall. It’s winter I’m not too fond of. If any of you are winter lovers, please tell me your secret for loving the frosty season! I need some help in transitioning to cooler weather. Next…
If you frequent my blog, you might already know that I prefer quaint European kitchens over expansive U.S. kitchens that come equipped with all the bells and whistles. So it’s no surprise that this cozy white kitchen by British Standard by Plain English caught my eye and heart all at the same time. (This post…
Next week the family is going on a farm vacation to the rolling hills of Wisconsin. As I’m preparing for the trip, it occurred to me that I never shared our recent visit to Rock City Gardens in Georgia just south of Chattanooga. Have you ever been there? You’ll find manmade elements woven through the…
In this week’s Style Showcase, you’re in for some great inspiration, starting with an overview of rocking chairs for the front porch. You’ll also enjoy a New England home tour, decorating with white accessories, late summer decorating ideas, and an discussion on whether HGTV has changed the way we renovate our homes. Enjoy! Town &…
In my humble opinion, European kitchens are the most appealing due to their earthy, organic style. When you see one in a magazine, you just feel like the food prepared in it is going to taste better. Today we’re looking specifically at the French kitchen style and how you can accessorize your own kitchen to…
It’s always a happy day when I stumble across an especially beautiful home that pulls at my heartstrings. Today’s West Virginia farmhouse by Steven Shutts Design is one of those days. The property is idyllic with the large farmhouse nestled among rustic outbuildings and gravel paths. Step inside and be amazed at the calming vintage…
On Wednesday of this week I shared photos of beautiful homes in the neighborhood where I attended elementary school. Today is the second part of that fun walking tour around the tree-lined streets of Geneva. The porch above is a close-up view of the white historic home below. Note the detailing on the corbels of…
Exciting things are happening here at the Zuri household this week. We had patio pavers installed just outside our back door that leads to the pond. Bye bye weeds that I could never get rid of! The sun is working its magic in the flower garden and our sunflowers are now in bloom. Summer is…
Geneva, Illinois is the town where I grew up and as a kid, I took my home for granted. Never did I realize the curb appeal and beauty of this small river town outside of Chicago. Now as an adult I appreciate the historic neighborhood and homes that make Geneva a destination place outside of…
This week’s Style Showcase brings another round of summer inspiration for you. First, I’m totally intrigued with Rhoda’s motorized screens on her patio that are simply genius! And then there’s the beauty of interior spaces by Suzy, Shannon, and Janet. Their homes never disappoint. As for me, I’ve got a handy kitchen wall basket that…
Summer is filled with many pleasures – warm breezes, sunny days, green grass, colorful flowers, picnics and outdoor parties, and so much more. But summer also brings a few bugs into its long, lazy days. Screened porches create a perfect space for enjoying the outdoors without having to battle the bugs. Here are 12 screened…
Although MidSummer Day is officially celebrated on June 24th, I like to think of late July and early August as midsummer. Our summer weather will extend through September and often lasts through mid-October. Right now is about the time I start panicking that I haven’t done enough to enjoy the long, warm days so I…
Over the years I’ve collected a few pieces of farm animal art. Well, more than a few actually. I have to rotate some of them because I admittedly have too many. I got a little over-zealous. Here’s how I’ve personalized my home with my animal treasures. (This post contains affiliate links.) The cow painting in…
We’re in the throes of summer and I hope you’re enjoying days outside. To help you enjoy time inside, we’ve got a wonderful roundup of decorating inspiration here at Style Showcase. Shabbyfufu | Contemporary Interior Designer Home Tour Southern Hospitality | How We Upgraded our Builder’s Grade House Town & Country Living | Breeze Inn…
