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…
Hello Friends! It’s our final Style Showcase before the holidays. My friends and I are sharing one last bit of Christmas inspiration. Can you believe Christmas is next week already? I can’t! Anywho – I hope you enjoy what my friends and I are sharing today! Fox Hollow Cottage | Vintage Christmas In Our…
Less than two weeks until Christmas! It hardly seems possible. Before you panic about hosting your holiday dinner, check out these eleven Christmas table setting ideas that are sure to inspire your creativity for a fun holiday meal. Colored plates are a great way to create a festive holiday table setting. Red plates (above) look…
Welcome to another installment of Style Showcase! Each Tuesday my blogging friends and I gather together to share past projects. In today’s case, it’s a dose of Christmas past. Click on the links for each blogger’s Christmas inspiration. Atta Girl Says | Santa-Inspired Christmas Porch Fox Hollow Cottage | Cozy Cottage Cabin Christmas Home…
Welcome to a neighborhood “Spirit of Christmas” tour with a small group of bloggers. We’re sharing neighborhood events or decorations where we live – you’ll find the links below. I’m featuring the first-ever Christmas Lightscape show at the Chicago Botanic Garden. It’s the first time the event has taken place and I didn’t want to…
Last weekend, hubby and I took an overnight trip to Winnetka, Illinois and stayed at a darling eclectic apartment I found on Airbnb. I took photos so I could feature the place as one of my Sunday home tours. The apartment is on the second floor of an older home in Winnetka, a northern…
After the busy-ness of putting together my Christmas home tour this past week, I thought I’d take a bit of a breather and share some of my favorite Christmas projects and decor from holidays past – like this vintage style tree from five years ago. Today is the first Saturday of the month which…
Welcome to my Christmas Farmhouse Kitchen! I think it’s been a while since I shared a kitchen post, so I’m excited to show you my holiday decor today. First, let me give a shout out to Krista at The Happy Housie for hosting the Seasonal Simplicity Christmas tour this week. It’s a lot of…
Welcome to my Christmas Country Home Tour!! Getting the house ready for Jennifer Rizzo’s Holiday Housewalk is a bit of work but lots of fun and it’s such an honor to be included every year! I’ll warn you now – there are a lot of photos ahead – I sincerely hope you draw inspiration from…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DamageFreeHolidayDecor #CommandDoNoHarm #CollectiveBias One of my goals this Christmas is to follow a stress-free, easy holiday decorating approach! I tend to get overwhelmed with all that has to be done this time of year so I’m simplifying the…
When I talk about a low profile Christmas table setting, I’m primarily talking about the height of what’s on the center of the table. Today I’m joining the Styled + Set group to bring you holiday entertaining ideas. If you’re following today’s loop of entertaining posts, Anita at Cedar Hill Farmhouse is the blogger…
Who’s ready for holiday baking? You’re going to LOVE this Peanut Butter Cookie Cups recipe that I’m sharing today. It’s soooo easy and the cookies taste sooooo good. They might just be my favorite cookie of all time. Not only am I sharing this delectable cookie recipe just in time for holiday baking season,…
Welcome to another Style Showcase post with my blogging friends. Every Tuesday we share a bit of inspiration that’s relevant to the season. Below you’ll find links to great ideas for Christmas inspiration! A Piece Of Rainbow | DIY Paper Christmas Ornaments with Free Templates Atta Girl Says | Christmas Home Tour Fox…
