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…
Today I’m so happy to share the Massachusetts coastal kitchen that belongs to my friend and fellow blogger, Danielle at Finding Silver Pennies. Danielle has made recent minor updates to her kitchen. I love that the room keeps the integrity of her home’s age intact. Rich wood floors and white painted cabinets set the…
Well, who knew that scenic Cambridge, Wisconsin is the dairy state’s best kept secret? I’ve lived in Illinois all my life and have traveled many, many times to Wisconsin. My grandmother, aunt and uncle, and cousins lived in Baraboo so there were numerous family trips. And of course Lakes Geneva and Delevan are frequent getaways….
September is almost over and that means it’s time to start hauling out the Halloween decorations. To help with your decor I’ve got a couple of spooky pumpkin Halloween printables for you. Today I’m joining fellow bloggers to share a variety of Halloween prints that you can download for free. A special thanks goes…
Welcome to the 49th edition of Style Showcase! In three weeks it means this series has been going on for almost a year. Really? It hardly seems like it’s been that long. You’ll find plenty of fall inspiration below, including my wreath that I shared just a few weeks ago – it’s just such an…
The first type of pottery that caught my eye as a child was my grandmother’s collection of ginger jars. Each one had its unique pattern. Next I favored Red Wing pottery. Then I joined the white ironstone craze that Martha Stewart instigated. Today, I enjoy decorating with pottery that’s a little more rustic. But I…
Hubby and I are back from our glamping yurt vacation in Cambridge, Wisconsin. I’m happy to say we had a great time. Booking a yurt was a bit of a gamble for me, but one I was willing to take. I mean, how many people can say they’ve stayed in a yurt? A yurt…
