Last week I shared the latest item in my newest collection – a green patterned kantha blanket. Many of you mentioned you’d never heard of kantha before so today I’m sharing more examples of kantha inspired decorating. Photo by Kantha is a very simple type of embroidery used to sew pieces of worn saris…
Kantha is the ancient practice of using a simple running stitch to embroider old saris into cushions, blankets, and other beautiful pieces of home decor. People are falling in love with the colors and patterns, along with the recycling aspect of the art form. Just before Christmas I added a second kantha blanket to…
Yes, decorating with pineapples! A pineapple is a sign of hospitality and is the perfect decor for a welcoming home. Gorgeous black and gold wallpaper with a pineapple motif hugs a beautiful bedroom. Are you bold enough to try something like this? Photo by Manders If not, how about a simple pretty pillow? Photo…
Now that the weather’s warming up, it’s time to do a little beautifying outside. A great place to start is your front door. Does it make a welcoming impact or does it need a fresh coat of paint like mine? Look how cheerful this first example is! Beautiful paneled double doors painted a fun turquoise…
Stepping through the front door, friends and visitors get a first impression of your home. I try to create a welcoming entryway in hopes that people feel happy and warm when they walk inside. The first thing you see when walking in my front door is this corner by the window. It’s not really…
It appears to be craft week here at Town and Country Living because I’m back with a branch and vine spring wreath tutorial to brighten any wall or door. We have lots of fallen twigs and branches in the yard so I figured, why not put them to good use and create something pretty?…
The past few months have seen several subtle changes in my home. The newest change is my vintage painted mantel that gets a bit of drama with new coat of almost-black paint. Today I’m joining the Seasonal Simplicity group of bloggers to bring you the best of the spring season with our decorated mantels….
Create a fresh spring dining nook with beneficial houseplants and a simple table throw. The look is effortless and organic. This is the second day of the Styled + Set spring tour hosted by Lory at Designthusiasm. A special welcome to those of you coming from Shabbyfufu. I’ve always loved Janet’s soft and classy…
My favorite decor trend for 2019 is the resurgence of popularity in houseplants. Plants are good for your soul and great for your health. If you think you have a brown thumb and can’t grow healthy houseplants, think again! I’m a huge fan of philodendrons and my most recent acquisition is this gorgeous Hope Philodendron…
Lately I’ve been focusing on darker colors and I do think home design is trending toward deeper, richer hues. However I will always love creamy white living spaces, whether contemporary or shabby chic style. When decorating in creamy white tones, make your living space warm and inviting with the use of texture – like the…
Are you ready to light up your nights? I’ve found the most adorable mason jar solar lanterns that can be used both indoors and out. These are my favorite go-to lanterns due to their durability and ease of use. No electricity needed! Just the power of the sun. SONNENGLAS mason jar solar lanterns are…
Winter storm Harper is blowing through our neck of the woods and I’m hunkering down with candles at the ready in case we lose power. I’m also keeping our decor simple while we paint a few rooms and pieces of furniture. In that spirit, I created a transitional mantel to last from winter to spring….
A few years back I scoured our local flea markets and antique shops for a vintage steamer trunk. My goal was to find the right one to use as a coffee table but I ended up with a new coffee table made of mango wood. I still dream of a vintage steamer trunk in my…
At the beginning of each New Year I like to look back and see the top ten reader favorite blog posts here on Town and Country Living! 1. My Summer Colors Home Tour I chose an apple green color to brighten my rooms for the summer months. 2. My Christmas Home Tour My holiday home…
One thing I greatly miss after removing Christmas decorations is the greenery of the garlands and trees. So it’s no surprise I focus on adding houseplants this time of year. Houseplants not only add softness and greenery to rooms throughout the house, but they help filter the air. Those of us who live in…
Embrace the cold short days of winter with cozy faux fur decor indoors. I’m not a big fan of winter but I’m trying really hard to enjoy it. Today is the first Saturday of the month, which means it’s Cozy Living Saturday when a few friends of mine get together to show our…
