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…
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Romantic Creamy White Living Spaces
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…
8 Built-In Ideas for the Living Room
One thing I love about older homes is the unique built-in ideas you find within their walls. It’s nice to see some of the newer homes adding these custom features. Photo by Lisa Tharp Design I started writing this post about built-in ideas for every room in the house, but I found so many…
Painted Floors for Beauty and Durability
Painted floors are on my to-do list for the month of February. The last time I painted them was many, many years ago and they’re due for a new coat. I love the look of painted floors and am showcasing beautiful examples on the blog today. Photo by Rory Robertson Depending on the look…
Mason Jar Solar Lanterns and a Giveaway!
This post is sponsored by SONNENGLAS; all opinions are my own. I’ve found the most adorable mason jar solar lanterns that can be used both indoors and out. And what’s more, I’m giving away three of these SONNENGLAS solar lanterns to one of my readers. SONNENGLAS mason jar solar lanterns are produce in South…
Transitional Mantel from Winter to Spring
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….
Linen Decorations in the Home
My love for linen goes back many years when fresh out of college, I started working for a high-end women’s clothing store. Something about that organic looking fabric with natural slubs tugged at my heart strings. But clothing isn’t the only way to enjoy this wonderful fabric. Linen decorations look luxurious in the home, too….
10 Vintage Steamer Trunk Ideas
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…
17 Rooms with Spectacular Views
If you’re lucky enough to live on the water or in a mountain range, I hope you have a room with a view. But even if you live on the prairie, you can enjoy pretty views outside your window. Here’s a collection of 17 rooms with spectacular views that will take your breath away! Mountain…
Your Favorite Posts of 2018
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…
Adding Houseplants After Christmas
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…
Decorate with Dark Green to Create Cozy Rooms
In a nod to Christmas, I’m featuring rooms that are decorated with dark green. Two days ago I featured charming red front doors. Dark green is a color that most people don’t typically apply to their walls, but I think you’ll see how warm and inviting the color can be. Photo by Teddy Edwards …
Embrace Winter with Faux Fur Decor
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…
11 Fabulous Fireplace Examples
Take the chill out of the air with fabulous fireplace examples to warm your home! Photo by TMS Architects Earlier this week I shared warm and cozy living room ideas. We’ll keep those fires burning with some truly beautiful fireplaces and mantels. Like this vintage Victorian style mantel. Photo by red. Decorative tile…
Warm and Cozy Living Room: 10 Ideas
Lately I’ve had a craving! Not for chocolate, but for a warm and cozy living room that leaves you feeling like you’ve just been given a big old hug. Photo by Tommy Chambers Interiors, Inc. There are many ways to create a warm and cozy living room. Mix and match fabrics to provide depth…
My Visit to Floor & Decor in Chicago
Sometime between now and Christmas we plan to paint our family room a new color, but that’s not all. I want to create an accent wall to add depth and interest to the space – meaning I’d like to add a wood texture treatment or similar to one wall. The family room wall with no…