When renovation meets sustainability you wind up with a beautiful, sustainable home like this charmer by Rosenberg Kalb Architects in Nantucket. Besides the integrity of using recycled products, the gorgeous textures of wood and linen come together to create a refreshing and peaceful French country style. Photo by Rosenberg Kolb Architects This renovated home…
Wow. It’s hard to believe that I’ve been writing this Friday Finds feature for a year now. I feel like it just started a few months ago. It’s been fun for me to share creative things with you that I find on the internet. I hope you enjoy this series as much as I do….
Do you decorate for 4th of July, beyond flying a flag on your front porch? If you love nostalgic Americana style, you likely have a home with a few patriotic home decor pieces. I’ve put together a collection of rooms in red, white, and blue that I think you’ll enjoy as our national holiday approaches….
Part of the fun of growing summer flowers out in the garden is to cut and arrange beautiful bouquets for inside the home. My grandmother had an amazing cutting garden filled with her favorite flowers. I loved snipping their blooms with her and watching her use a favorite vase or tureen to arrange them. She…
Today for Style Showcase we’ve got two home tours, a summer vignette, and two DIY projects. Everything today is pretty, but my curiosity is piqued with Janet’s beach painting. It might be fun to give a try! Fox Hollow Cottage | Casual California Home Tour Shabbyfufu | DIY Beach Art On A Canvas Drop…
Something about a white bedroom is so ethereal and inviting. Perhaps its the color that makes you feel like you’re sleeping in the clouds. White creates a light and airy element that’s perfect for summer sleeping. I hope you enjoy this collection of pretty bedrooms. I think the second and last one are my favorites!…
It’s June and what means cozy to me this month is enjoying an outdoor summer evening. Finally the nights are warm enough to be outside well past sunset. And when you’re out past dark, you need a bit of lighting in the garden. Here are some great ideas for illuminating your nights. (This post contains…
June is here and that’s a good thing. It means morning coffee by the pond and dinner outside as often as possible. Going for walks and enjoying nature are the icing on the cake during this beautiful time of year. I wish I could freeze time during the month of June. June is also a…
Summer is my favorite season, hands down! The days are long, the sun is warm, and summer decorating is free and easy. Here’s 11 home decor ideas to freshen your home for this wonderful time of the year. If you’re feeling ambitious, consider painting your entryway a sunny yellow. Entries are generally smaller rooms so…
Color lovers will enjoy this week’s showcase of projects. June is here so let the summer fun begin! Click the link above each photo to see more. Worthing Court | 8 Secrets To Outdoor Entertaining + A Tablescape Fox Hollow Cottage | Fast & Easy Summer Entertaining Tips HGTV Dream Home Tour –…
I can’t help but smile every time I look at today’s charming stone cottage feature by TKP Architects of Colorado. The facade reminds me of Bilbo Baggins’ cozy hobbit house in the Lord of the Rings series. Technically a hobbit house is partially underground but the stone and wood exterior, along with the arched door…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always been attracted to wisteria. Its big, drooping blooms are breathtaking. When it wraps itself around a pergola or door frame, it seems almost magical to me. Whether you have it in your garden already, or are considering adding it to your landscape, here’s a few pros…
In my neck of the woods, Memorial Day weekend signals the beginning of summer even though the season doesn’t officially begin until June 21st. As an elementary-aged kid, no one took schoolwork seriously after the holiday. Teachers instinctively knew our brains were in summer mode and doled out fun and easy projects. Memorial Day weather…
Who can resist a garden swing on a gorgeous summer day? I know I can’t. Swinging under a big shady tree is a great way to cool off, and I’ll bet you’ve got the perfect spot in your yard to enjoy this simple pleasure. Here’s a few outdoor swing ideas that are perfect for adults…
Warmer weather has arrived here in Illinois and it’s definitely giving me good summer vibes! Today’s Style Showcase has a few ideas for enhancing your home this time of year, including a cute seashell box from Southern Hospitality. Town & Country Living | Summer Dining Worthing Court | How To Overcome Decorating Mistake Fear…
Amazing ocean views are just part of the charm of this beautiful beachfront home by Polhemus Savery DaSilva in Rhode Island. The interior spaces are light and bright and filled with soft coastal colors. Photo by Polhemus Savery DaSilva A stunning stone fireplace is surrounded by a curvy mantel. Cool blue walls remind you of…
