Some people think that fall is the end of gardening season. But I think fall is the best season to enjoy gardens. The earth is so full of color this time of year and weeds are no longer prolific. Today is the first Saturday of the month and that means it’s time to join…
Some people add a guest suite to their home for frequent family visitors. Or in the case of my sister, she added one to care for my aging parents. Today’s guest suite inspiration hails from Maine and is both beautiful and comfortable. Photo by Huffard House Interior Design You’ll find plenty of charming details…
Today’s home tour has a special place in my heart because this modern farmhouse is where we stayed during our recent vacation to Door County in Wisconsin. We needed a house with plenty of bedrooms and four baths, and the modern farmhouse didn’t disappoint. The lower level has an open concept floor plan –…
Yesterday I visited a U-pick flower farm and they had gorgeous sunflowers ready for snipping. This inspired me to think about how to use sunflowers in my home as fall decor to add a pop of color. Photo by AJ Margulis Interiors There’s no denying the beauty of these cheery flowers. Their sunny petals are…
Am I becoming one of those annoying people who keep showing pictures of their vacation? I did take a lot of pictures when vacationing in Door County and think you’ll enjoy seeing this place called Bearded Heart Coffee in Baileys Harbor that we patronized almost every morning. Bearded Heart Coffee isn’t very big but…
When considering all types of home styles, I think the Victorian home exterior is probably the most ornate and intricate. Common features include towers, turrets, dormers, and wide wrap-around porches. All of which you’ll see in these gorgeous homes with off-the-chart curb appeal! Photo by David Heide Design Studio Victorian style evolved from the…
Happy Tuesday! Are you ready for 19 delicious, homemade apple recipes? I’m joining 18 blogger friends to share fresh and tasty recipes – mine is a super moist apple cake with yummy homemade caramel sauce. First, let me give a shout out to my friend Kristen at Ella Claire for organizing today’s fall apple…
Have you ever visited a winery? We enjoyed a trip to the beautiful gardens of Stone’s Throw Winery in Door County, Wisconsin. A couple of weeks ago my entire family and I were vacationing in Baileys Harbor and drove past a pretty winery and decided to make sure we took a trip there before…
There’s that old saying, “they don’t make ’em like they used to,” but you’ll find that today’s tour includes period details in a new construction home. Photo by Period Architecture Ltd. Natural wood beams in the kitchen mingle with painted beams to create a high-end look. Custom cabinetry and a large island balance the…
Have you ever been glamping? I’ve often wondered about it and recently found a location not too far from us that offers overnight glamping stays. Here’s a peek at what a glamping tent looks like inside and out! Photo by Huffard House Interior Design If you’re not familiar with glamping, it’s simply glamour and camping…
Last week the whole family headed up to Door County, Wisconsin for a five-day vacation in a beautiful modern farmhouse. We stayed in Baileys Harbor but the first place we visited was scenic Fish Creek. I snapped some photos while walking around because this bayside town is so quaint and charming. A charming white church…
Many people choose a townhouse for their home, especially if looking for a low-maintenance living option. In addition to being practical, this Atlanta townhouse is designed in a pretty yet casual style. Photo by Julie Holloway A French grain stripe fabric decorates a wing chair while a unique wooden mirror creates an interesting focal…
Today we’re traveling across the pond to visit a warm and cozy Hampshire County home in England. The house has historic appeal and is filled with pretty vintage charm and clever vignettes. Photo by Chris Snook One of the things I find so appealing about old European homes is their fireplace. This one is…
Have you heard of monstera? It sounds a little scary but it’s actually a beautiful plant that proves wonderfully versatile in home decor. Not to mention, it’s also fairly easy to grow. No wonder why it’s trending among plant people around the world. Photo by The Monstera, also known as the Swiss cheese plant…
This week I organized a series that features some blogging friends and their stories of why they chose the house they currently live in. We always share photos of our homes and how we decorate, but I thought it’d be fun to tell why we chose the house we did. Today’s line-up includes the following…
Yesterday two of my blogging friends and I shared why we chose the home we currently live in. Today, six more of my friends are sharing their home stories. Following is today’s line-up. I hope you’ll visit all of them, but at the very least, check out a few! I know you won’t be disappointed….
