Do you live in an area of the country that’s still experiencing severe winter weather? We haven’t been blanketed with too much snow, but our temperatures are ridiculously frigid. So I’m staying inside as much as possible and going out only for work, grocery shopping, or exercise class. Meanwhile inside I’m sprucing up and recently…
This weekend, one thing I won’t be doing is wallpapering because my living room is finished! I’ll try to take some photos in the next day or two so I can share them with you next week. Since we’re heading into a bitter cold weekend, there’ll be plenty of time for photos since I don’t…
This weekend I hope to start wallpapering the living room! Last weekend I painted the upstairs hall and stairway, so little by little, my interior projects are coming along. Once the wallpaper is hung, I’m tackling the upstairs bathroom (I’ve been saying this for several months now). The challenge is sticking to a budget –…
Welcome to the first Style Showcase of 2026! I’m so excited to announce that we have someone new joining us every Tuesday – Annie from Zevy Joy. You’re likely already family with her blog. Annie has a lot of talent and a great eye for design. It’s an honor to have her at our first…
I’m happy to say that I kept all my New Year’s resolutions for 2025, which was to focus on my health. I lost 15 pounds, had a mammogram, braved having four wisdom teeth pulled, straightened my teeth with Invisalign, received cataract surgery on both eyes, and pampered myself with a few Hydra facials. Can I…
Happy post Christmas Day! As you climb out of bed after a week of festivities, grab your favorite mug, fill it with a warm beverage of choice, and enjoy today’s list of Friday Finds.
For some reason I find myself in a bit of a romantic, nostalgic mood these days. Maybe I’m yearning for something comforting to warm my soul now the week before Christmas. Or maybe it’s because I started watching Sense and Sensibility. British movies and television series tend to have a spell-binding effect. Whatever the reason,…
Holiday inspiration is everywhere right now—and sometimes the best ideas come from seeing how others decorate, style, and celebrate the season in their own unique ways. From vintage Christmas treasures that might be hiding in plain sight to beautifully layered living rooms, charming tablescapes, festive little bathrooms, and even foolproof holiday desserts, this roundup is…
This week I finished my Christmas shopping! I love when that task is done because now I feel like I can kick back, relax, and enjoy some Christmas outings and activities. I’d like to head into Chicago before the big day – the city is always so beautiful this time of year. And of course…
Did you enjoy your Thanksgiving celebration yesterday? I spent the day doing a little Christmas decorating (I’ll be sharing photos on Monday!) since we’re hosting turkey dinner with our family on Sunday. I like doing it on Sunday – it gives me more time to prepare. Plus, it gives my kids the opportunity to celebrate…
This weekend I’m starting a new decorating project. I’m painting the trim and lower half of the walls in the stairway and upstairs hall in Evergreen Fog by Sherwin Williams. I’m also looking through my wallpaper samples that I’ve chosen for the living room – and at the same time I’m considering papering the upper…
Do you feel it? The Christmas spirit is rolling into town, lights are being strung on home exteriors, kids are making their wish lists, and homes are getting cozy with greenery. You might remember I debated whether to do any holiday decorating, but my tree is up and I plan to finish the final touches…
The weatherman is predicting a bit of snow for us this weekend. I’m never ready for snowflakes but try to greet winter as graciously as possible. But for now, I’m focusing on the fact that we still have a little more than a month left of autumn. While it’s raining – possibly snowing this weekend…
Happy Halloween! After tonight it’s time to switch gears toward Thanksgiving and Christmas. I haven’t decided yet how much decorating I’ll do for the holidays. Since the whole family heads to Galena for Christmas, I’m not hosting a holiday dinner at home. So I’m left wondering why I’d want to do all that work putting…
Summer is definitely over here in the Chicagoland area. Our temps have dropped down into the 50s and the leaves are beginning to change color and fall. And we’re finally getting some rain after what seemed to be a weeks-long drought. I’m ready for autumn even though I’m a summer girl at heart. For Friday…
Fall is in full swing with its riotous colors and crisp days. I don’t know of a single person who doesn’t love this season. Before you head out for leaf peeping this weekend, enjoy some of this week’s Friday Finds! From fixer-uppers to home details to baked donuts, what’s not to love? Let’s kick off…
