Ahh spring! Who doesn’t love this season that features the reawakening of the earth from its long slumber? If you’ve been bit by the spring fever bug, consider elevating your home’s spring curb appeal with today’s ideas for decorating the front porch or door. A big statement maker that’s easy to accomplish is the use…
Whenever you get Fifi O’Neill and photographer Mark Lohman together in the same room, magical things are bound to happen. In Fifi’s latest book, The Romantic Home, you’ll enjoy vintage treasures artfully displayed in 11 homes across the country. From Rhode Island to California, each dwelling has its own unique style, each one with its…
Red is a powerful color that most people tend to shy away from when decorating their homes. Today’s collection of beautiful rooms show how to successfully decorate with red to achieve balance and pleasing results. Yes, you can use red in small spaces, especially when it’s balanced with a good amount of white. A small…
I think there’s one decorating detail everyone can agree on. A room with an amazing view is a prized asset in any home. Mountains, water, forests, even your garden is beautiful when framed in a window. Today I’m sharing 9 waterfront rooms that almost match the beauty of their view. Photo by Dressing Rooms …
Would you believe I started sewing curtains for my mother when I was in high school? I’m not exactly sure what motivated me, but I remember looking at the windows in my sister’s old bedroom and thought how much better they’d look with new curtains. My mom let me choose the peach fabric on my…
Years ago we installed board and batten in our downstairs bathroom and also on the wall up the stairway. More recently we added it to our dining room. It’s one of my favorite architectural elements because it’s easy to install, it adds instant dimension, and it’s fairly inexpensive. In addition to all that, board and…
Yesterday I shared a craftsman style home that featured an amazing coffered ceiling in the dining room. As I thought about this often-neglected element in interior spaces, I decided it would be fun to write a post about different types of a decorative ceiling treatment. Let’s start with a classic vaulted ceiling that’s lined in…
Like it or not, you’re going to be seeing a lot more color in home design this year. Neutrals are making room for the transition, from soft shades to bold hues and everything in between. If you’ve always been a neutral gal, you can learn to overcome your fear of color by easing into it…
For some people, stairs are simply a vehicle to get from one floor level to the next. And then there are some of us who view stairways as a potential work of art (see my recent post about historic home details). They can add architectural beauty to a home. An easy way to customize a…
Historic homes. I fell in love with them back when I was 18 years young. They have soul, quirks, and oddities that you just won’t find anywhere else. And when you walk along historic streets, no two house exteriors are alike. My own house is over 150 years old and I take a bit of…
The days are very slowly starting to grow longer, although it’s hard to tell just yet. I’m always ready to forget about winter and long for spring once the holidays have passed. I It’s a long wait but a girl can dream. And with that sentiment in mind, I’m in the mood to share 19…
Christmas is now behind us and it’s time to start focusing on winter weather ahead. Short, frosty days stimulate a need in us to create comfort in our homes. What better way to do that than to create a cozy corner where you can curl up and take refuge? Maybe it’s a place to read,…
Today I have a special surprise for you! I’m giving away two must-have books to two people that feature the latest home decorating trends by interior designer, Amber Lewis. I first found her on Instagram and immediately fell in love with her casual, livable California style. Each of her books focuses on a certain aspect…
We all have our favorite collections or items we like to display in our homes. It’s those little touches that give a home warmth and personality. Large wall clocks have always appealed to me. Maybe it’s because they conjure memories of overnight visits to my grandmother’s house, listening to the comforting tick-tock of her vintage…
It’s official. Wallpaper is trending and is here to stay for awhile, and I couldn’t be happier about it. When I first moved into my current home, I papered five rooms soon after we moved. Since then, I’ve removed it all and painted the walls. And now, I’m back at it. This past weekend I…
Lately I’ve been obsessed with patterns in the home. I don’t know if it’s my renewed love of wallpaper, or the interest and depth that comes with various patterns in a room. Of particular interest this time of year, is pairing plaids with other patterns. People tend to gravitate toward plaid during the fall and…
