Seems like I’m getting the traveling bug out of me before we hunker down for the winter. My daughters and I took a short weekend trip to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. I chose to go for a walking tour of the historic area and take some photos while they opted to nap Saturday afternoon. I…
Most of my Style Showcase friends must have been on the same wavelength this week. The majority of us are sharing table setting ideas in anticipation of Thanksgiving. At the end of this post you’ll find the winners of last week’s anniversary cash giveaway! Sand & Sisal | 23 Thanksgiving Table Ideas Shabbyfufu |…
Last Saturday was a special day. Not only was it Sweetest Day, but my son’s wife gave birth to their first baby! Say hello to Charlotte Joan – my fun surprise – who was only 6 pounds and 10 ounces. Her mama was in labor for about 8 hours. Not too bad for your first…
What do you have when you combine light wood cabinets, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances? You have a gorgeous contemporary kitchen that’s filled with warmth and visual appeal. Photo by Andre Rothblatt Architecture This beautiful l-shaped kitchen incorporates Shaker style cabinetry in a light wood tone while the hardwood floor features a…
When it comes to fall decor, you can go all out or keep it simple. Fall colors are so rich that this is the perfect time to incorporate a minimalist approach and still make an impact! More Fall Decorating Ideas for You: Autumn Decorating with Baby Boo Pumpkins Warm Up Your Home with Vintage…
Yes, you read that title right! My blogging friends and I are giving away a total of $300 to celebrate our one-year Style Showcase anniversary. One winner receives $200 and another winner receives $100! The rules for entering are at the bottom of this post – it’s super easy! The winners will be announced next…
Something about the fall season brings out the need for warm and cozy texture in the home. Pillows and throws are a simple solution, but what about the architectural appeal of a stone wall? In my childhood home there was a large stone wall fireplace in the center of the room, running up to the…
The alarm goes off at 6:00 and it’s dark out. Just a few weeks ago it was still light outside. This time of year creates a cozy vibe when people don sweaters, cuddle up under blankets, and enjoy comfort foods like soup and baked goods. Earlier this week I made my favorite Italian Vegetable Soup….
Style Showcase is reaching its one-year anniversary here on Town and Country Living. It’s been so much fun to join a few friends for an inspirational Tuesday each week. As always, click on the links above each photo below to learn more about that project! Worthing Court | Total Laundry Room Remodel – Before &…
For as long as I can remember, we always get one warm week here in Illinois during the month of October. That burst of warm weather is currently happening and prompted me to take today off from work. This will likely be the last balmy weekend of the year. I want to get outdoors to…
Step inside this vintage farmhouse kitchen that includes wonderful details throughout. The homeowner truly thought of everything for this charming space. Photo by House of Jade Interiors Wooden bentwood barstools cozy up to the kitchen island with recessed paneling and fancy legs. The sides of the island could’ve been flat, but it’s that attention…
Over the years I’ve created what I think is pretty cool Halloween decorating projects. What I don’t like is that some of these earlier posts tend to get buried, never to be resurrected again. So today I’m changing that and sharing some of my favorite spooky and creepy Halloween posts from the blog! My All…
Happy First Tuesday of October and welcome to another installment of Style Showcase. We’ll soon be celebrating our one-year anniversary of this gathering of bloggers. I hope you’ve been enjoying the series as much as I have! Click on the links above each photo for more information about that project. Town & Country Living |…
This is the third post I’ve shared about charming Cambridge, Wisconsin. I obviously fell in love with this small, quiet town in rural America that seems to have everything anyone could ever want. The Cambridge homes and neighborhoods were especially appealing. This beautiful white, classic home has an ample porch decorated for Halloween. The…
Hello October – one of the most beautiful months of the year! Today I’ve got a list of fall activities you can still enjoy right now before the weather gets a little too nippy. Most of these are outdoors, but a few are inside. (This post contains affiliate links.) Since today is the first…
Almost overnight our daytime temperatures here in Illinois plummeted from 80 degrees to 60 degrees. Fall is definitely in the air. Shorter, cooler days provide more time for reading and finding interesting things. I’ve got a few Friday Finds that I think you’ll really enjoy! This week involved fall gardening and cooking. Annuals that were…
