Is it too soon in the year to talk about gardening? Because I want to share the beauty of messy flowers that are the signature look of a cottage garden. What is it about messy flowers that pulls at my heart string? My mother’s garden was always very tidy with perfect groupings of flowers…
Have you noticed a recent rise in popularity of charcuterie boards? More restaurants offer them on their menus and a rising number of chefs include them on their websites. So I thought I’d do a little something different with this trend and offer a meatless Valentine’s charcuterie board that mixes sweet and salty treats. …
Today’s Style Showcase is all about do-it-yourself projects, including my jar candle tutorial that will leave you wanting to always make your own candles. They make wonderful gifts, by the way. So without further ado – here are this week’s inspirational projects from me and a few blogging friends! Worthing Court | Easy 5 Minute…
There’s nothing like frigid winter temperatures that make you want to curl up in front of a fire in a cozy cabin retreat. Even if the weather isn’t cold, a rustic cabin is a great place to soothe your soul. Today’s Arizona home is wedged in the mountains and looks like the perfect little getaway…
This might just be my favorite muffin recipe of all time. I took a basic nut bread recipe, added bananas and chocolate chips, and made muffins instead of bread. The result? Banana Nut Muffins with Chocolate Chips! I’m still a working girl who has to get out the door first thing in the morning….
Lavender is one of my favorite scents and it offers so many wonderful benefits. This time of year when I struggle with cabin fever, I enjoy its calming fragrance that reminds me of the garden. I rounded up some of favorite lavender projects that you might want to try – just click on the links…
It’s always fun to see what my blogging friends have been up to – and that’s what Style Showcase every Tuesday is all about. We all share a past project that we’re especially fond of. To see more of each feature, just click the link above the photo to go to the full post. Town…
When I saw that this traditional home was located in historic Beacon Hill, I knew it would be beautiful. Each room has a unique pop of color that provides an element of surprise to the stunning interior design. Photo by Erin Gates Design The dining room is what first caught my eye in this…
Although I’ve been adding earth tones and darker colors to my house, I do still love soft colors. We all have our color preference, whether we love the warm sunny colors of Tuscany, or are more drawn to the cool tones of the sea. I pulled together a few ideas for decorating with soft colors,…
Welcome to the first Style Showcase post of 2020! Every Tuesday I gather with a few friends to share some of our favorite projects and inspiration from our blogs. We’re starting the New Year with plenty of style and fun! Click on the links below to see more photos and information of each. Sand…
My goal this January is to not only help myself enjoy winter more, but to do the same for you! So I’ve gathered together something I love seeing in winter – a red barn in snow! Above is a Finnish house with a small barn. I’ve decided that in order to find their home…
Welcome to the first Cozy Living series post of the year! The first Saturday of each month I gather with my friends to share how we cozy things up for the month. We celebrate the hygge style of living which is pretty much anything that warms your heart and spirits. Today, I’m featuring my cozy…
Today I’m joining a group of bloggers to review home decorating changes from 2019 and what we plan to do in the New Year. My style shifted from cool shabby chic farmhouse (is there such a thing?) to a warmer modern country look. Let’s start with January when I found a new rug for…
My family did something a little different this year for Christmas. We took a trip to historic Galena and spent four days together to celebrate the holiday. Galena is a popular get-away location due to its scenic rolling hills and rich history. Galena used to be the largest city in Illinois, back in the…
Merry Christmas Eve! I always like to use this special day for quiet reflection of the year and to be grateful for all the gifts I’ve been given. I also like to soak up the last of Christmas inspiration before everyone packs up their holiday decor. Here’s a bit of Christmas eye candy to enjoy…
At the end of every year I look forward to Pantone announcing its Color of the Year. Classic Blue is the honored color for 2020 and following you’ll find inspirational ways to use it in your home. Photo by Designerpaint Classic Blue is a calming, confident hue that “highlights our desire for a dependable and…
