The 4th Friday of every month makes me very happy … because that means it’s Farmhouse Friday! I’m so excited about our Farmhouse Fridays in 2016 because we’ve added some amazing bloggers to our line-up that I KNOW you’re going to love! We pick a different farmhouse style topic each month, and then link to…
One of the main reasons I’m such a huge fan of older homes is the architectural details that you just don’t find in most houses built today. Bulls-eye trim, room pillars, arched doorways, and all those wonderful things that add character to a home. Yes, you can certainly have them in a new home, but…
Several weeks ago I contacted the owner of this week’s charming home tour. Becky blogs at This Is Happiness and she has a truly beautiful home … which she and her husband recently sold! As you tour her bright and cheery home, you’ll see why it sold. As you wander from room to room, her…
Do you watch Chip and Joanna Gaines on Fixer Upper? If you answered yes, then you’re well aware of what shiplap is. If you answered no, you still might know what it is. I love watching Fixer Upper on HGTV and wish Joanna would come decorate my house. She uses shiplap freely in houses that…
I’m not a stickler for interior decorating trends. I believe people should live with what they love … whatever makes them smile when they walk in the front door. When chevron was hot, I never added it to my decor. And the only ombre thing I’ve ever had in my house was the frosting on…
Tonight snow is softly falling outside and I’m curled up on the couch with a soft blanket looking at Alicia’s gorgeous home from A Burst of Beautiful. The soft whites and grays in her home remind me of the new fallen snow outside. Slight hints of blue stream through the snow drifts when the light…
The first work week of 2016 ends today! It flew by for me … how about you? If you’re new to my blog you might not know that by day I’m the marketing communications manager for Aquascape Inc, creator of water gardening equipment with moments of fame like a reality TV show called Pond Stars…
Interior design trends, or trends of any kind for that matter, always fascinate me because the “experts” don’t always agree on what’s going to be the next big thing. As I was searching for upcoming decorating trends I found a variety of predictions, but there were a few consistent topics that I found from one…
First, let me wish all of you a Happy New Year! I’m hoping 2016 is better than 2015 … it was a rough year for our family. But more on that later. As you probably know, many bloggers share their top posts for the year. It’s a great way to look back and see what…
Have you heard of Flipboard? It’s a great way to collect stories and ideas that you care about. You can create your own magazines about all the topics you love! I’ve shared some of my Flipboard magazines here on my blog before. My newest magazine is called Cozy Cottage Style! What I love about Flipboard…
In just 16 days we’ll be celebrating Christmas! I haven’t bought a single gift yet. Have you? I need to do some serious shopping soon! I’ll blame my lack of present shopping on the fact that I’ve been busy decking the halls for Christmas. Today I’m joining a group of bloggers for the inaugural “All…
Twas 3 weeks before Christmas and all through the house … I’d be lying if I said not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. This week a talented group of bloggers were busily primping their homes for the inaugural “All Through the House” Christmas tour! Each day this week a different room is featured,…
We’re full swing into decorating the house for Christmas and right now, I could use a break from choosing ornaments and deciding what goes where. So it’s with a welcome relief that Sunday is here and it’s time for another charming home tour! Today we’re visiting Traci at Beneath My Heart. She has a light…
Yesterday Old Man Winter decided to dump his frosty self all over our neck of the woods to the tune of about 5 inches of snow. I’m not quite ready for it, but rather than wallow in my sorrow, how about a charming home tour instead? I think you’ll love Deb’s home. She blogs over…
Color and romance come together in today’s charming home tour! Anita at Far Above Rubies has infused her artistic personality throughout her home in a warm and welcoming way. She makes great use of space without sacrificing style! Anita’s romantic living room makes fun use of the color pink. Neutral walls and furniture allow the color…
Our fall foliage the past week has been so beautiful! I keep saying I’m gonna get out and take some photos but the days are whizzing by and I’ve been a bit busy working on blog stuff. I’ll let you in on a little secret … I’ve decided to start a second blog about something…
