It’s that time of year when I start tinkering with table setting ideas for Thanksgiving dinner. I try to do something different every year and when I spied a trio of lanterns, I realized I had the beginnings of a fall centerpiece for turkey day. (This post contains affiliate links.) Today I’m joining a…
In case you’re not aware yet, I have a new series on my blog every Tuesday called “Style Showcase.” A small group of bloggers share past home decorating ideas and projects that we think our readers will enjoy. This is the third week of this new series and today is a showcase of holiday ideas…
Hello November! Although the calendar still says it’s fall, Mother Nature decided to dump a few inches of snow on us in time for Halloween. Not fun! But on a positive note, I had the pleasure of visiting my sister and enjoying fall on her farm in southwest Michigan with both my daughters and their…
October comes to a close and we’ll all be turning our attention to the upcoming holiday season. Canadians have already celebrated Thanksgiving but for those of us in the U.S., it’s time to think about turkey and fall centerpiece ideas for our table setting. Photo by Slow Flowers LLC Fall flower arrangements are…
Last week I shared a collection of charming old homes in Huntley, Illinois and today is the second half of the home exteriors tour. I love when a town has an abundance of beautiful homes that it requires more than one blog post! An updated Victorian home sits proudly on the corner of a…
Welcome back to Style Showcase Tuesday! Each Tuesday a few of my blogging friends and I are sharing inspiration from our blogs. Simply click the link above each image to see more of that project. I know you’ll enjoy all of the easy decorating posts below! Atta Girl Says | Cozy Thanksgiving Porch Décor Fox…
Fall color is in peak season here in Illinois! A recent trip through Huntley, Illinois to my grandson’s football game resulted in an impromptu photo shoot of charming old homes lining the streets. Huntley is a fast-growing town of about 25,000 people at the far northwestern edge of the Chicago suburbs. Like my town,…
A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the True Value Reunion in Chicago and it was so much fun! One of the things that impressed me while I was there is the line of EasyCare Paint in an array of beautiful colors. Any time I get to look at paint colors is…
In my household, fall and winter are soup seasons! And while I love rich, creamy soups, I do try to make lighter versions to avoid winter weight gain as much as possible. Chowder is a favorite of mine and today I’m sharing a healthy halibut chowder that’s also gluten free! First I need to…
Welcome to the second edition of Style Showcase, a new series that started last week. Each Tuesday, I’m joining the same small group of bloggers to bring you inspiration related to home and garden décor. Today you’ll find a little of fall and a little of Halloween at the links below. A Piece Of Rainbow…
Purple farmhouse? Yes, this historic farmhouse wears a shade of purple on the outside, as well as a dash of the color on the inside too. But what’s truly amazing about this home is its blend of old and new. If you love historic architecture but crave modern conveniences, this is the house for you!…
I’m on a fire theme this week! Thursday I featured some cool fire pits and today I’m sharing nine gorgeous outdoor fireplace ideas! There’s a reason for my recent attraction to outdoor fire. I’m not a fan of winter but I have an idea that might help me warm up to it a bit. Photo…
This past Saturday my hubby and I attended an outdoor party at his boss’ house and the backyard had two different fire elements which made the evening super cozy. So now of course I’m on the hunt for fire pit landscaping ideas for my own yard. Here’s a few you’re sure to enjoy! Photo by…
Welcome to the first installment of Style Showcase Tuesday. Each week a small group of bloggers is sharing something inspirational from their blog related to home décor. Click on the links below to see more of the inspiration that’s available. First up is Janet from Shabbyfufu. Janet lives in Florida and has a…
When I started blogging, my desire was to share home projects and local points of interest that are unique and charming. While you won’t find mountains or oceans where I live, you will find natural beauty, interesting architecture, and rich history. This week I’m joining a few friends to share why we love where we…
We’re wrapping up International Wallpaper Week with a final post about wallpaper inspiration for any room in your house. You might find some of the patterns, and some a little too bold for your taste. But as the old saying goes, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!” Photo by Brewster Home Fashions …
