Are there any Downton Abbey fans out there? I’ve come into possession of the “unofficial” Downton Abbey Cookbook and started making some of the recipes. Today I’m sharing Lady Mary’s Crab Canapes recipe with a little twist of my own. (This post contains affiliate links.) Today I’m also joining blogging friends who are showcasing…
Happy Wallpaper Week! Did you know such a thing existed? This week on the blog I’ll feature beautiful rooms with wallpaper. I’m starting off with a gorgeous craftsman dining room by Prospect Refuge Studio. Photo by Prospect Refuge Studio My first house had rich wood trim like this – and I did wallpaper the…
My guess is that most of you have decorating staples that you turn to again and again. It might be statement artwork, pillows and throws, houseplants, or anything else you might love that’s always a mainstay in your décor. For me, and especially this time of year, it’s vintage amber bottles. Today is Cozy…
I hope you’re not on a diet because I have a yummy fall recipe to share with you – caramel corn cupcakes! Not only that, but there are links to more cupcake recipes from my blogging friends at the bottom of this post. Ashley at Modern Glam asked me to join in today’s event…
Leaves are just beginning to turn color, the days are getting shorter, and Halloween is just weeks away! Today I’m joining 19 blogging friends to feature some of our favorite Halloween decorating ideas! First I need to give a shout-out to Kristen at Ella Claire & Co. for organizing today’s fun event. When you…
Traditional style decorating has waned in popularity but it’s classic appeal is so timeless and a sure-fire way to make sure your home’s décor doesn’t go out of style any time soon. Today’s pretty home was previously featured in New England Home magazine. Photo by Laura Moss Photography The vaulted family room wears soft…
We had a super rainy weekend which didn’t make me happy because I have four new evergreen trees waiting to be planted and it was much too wet. I didn’t feel like going anywhere so I thought of some simple fall decor ideas for the family room and got to work. (This post contains affiliate…
Do you decorate for Halloween? I have fun vintage Halloween prints for you to download! I absolutely adore anything vintage Halloween but couldn’t make up my mind what to make with these – so I did two projects! First, I’d like to thank my friend Kristen at Ella Claire & Co. for organizing today’s…
If I didn’t live in my Victorian cottage, my next choice might very well be a cozy cabin located in the woods or near the water. Today we’re touring a truly charming, cozy cabin located in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Photo by Moger Mehrhof Architects The cabin feels quite spacious due to the white vaulted…
Autumn doesn’t officially begin until next week, but today I’m showing what I’ve got so far in regards to my nature inspired fall home tour. I’ll start with my cozy (i.e. small) sitting room where I swapped out one cow picture for another – and I swapped out a set of chairs, too. (This post…
Are you a fan of anything pumpkin flavored? Maybe you’re that person who’s the first to run to Starbucks for a pumpkin spice latte. Why not try a cold pumpkin drink like this super yummy pumpkin smoothie with the added health benefit of hemp seeds! Today I’m joining a group of bloggers to bring…
To create my latest tablescape, I took my cue from Mother Nature and set an earth inspired fall table setting. Wood mushrooms, small gourds, and a bit of greenery set the stage for an earthy dining experience. Today and tomorrow I’m joining a few friends for the Styled + Set blog tour organized by…
Yesterday was Friday the 13th and as I was getting ready to create a new blog post, my laptop crashed and burned! It made a loud pop and died. Permanently. So I ran to Best Buy to get a new laptop which left me with no time to create a new post. So I’m re-publishing…
Is there anything more quaint and nostalgic than a country garden? The image conjures up scenes from the past when America was a young and growing. Old fashioned flowers, heirloom vegetables, corn bins, and simple farm animals all come to mind. I think this is the last post about my trip to Door County,…
When it comes to fall decorating, I always seem to gravitate around a theme and this year is no different. I fell in love with these wooden mushrooms at a local boutique but told myself I didn’t need them. About a week later I realized my error and decided I did indeed need them for…
September is the month I start revealing my fall decorating efforts and you’re going to start to see a definite theme here. Mushrooms. They’re organic and earthy and that’s the vibe I’m trying to pull into my home. And today I’m sharing three mushroom prints you can download and frame. First let me give…
