I have a fun blog post for you today! Get ready to enjoy exploring six amazing tiny houses where you can see both the outside and inside of each home. Much to my delight, I found several more of these smaller homes that I’ll share in the future. Take a look and in the comments,…
The fall and winter seasons are typically associated with plaid, perhaps due to the popularity of plaid flannel shirts worn this time of year. Or maybe it’s related to cozy plaid blankets from Pendleton and other companies that keep us warm during frosty weather. Whatever the reason, embrace the cozy charm of plaid in your…
Have you ever struggled with what to hang on a wall that will give your room character and personality? Rather than settle for a reproduction print, why not try something a little more outside the box? Here are some of my favorite wall décor ideas that you can use in any room. Photo by Nordic…
Slowly but surely, I’m making some significant decorating changes in my home. I hope to reveal them all before Christmas, along with the story of what started it all. The main change is my color palette which is a swap of neutrals for more color. And speaking of color, today I’m sharing a collection of…
When I started blogging 12 years ago, painted furniture was all the rage. I had never heard of chalk paint until I started seeing it on DIY blog sites. The colors and finishes were beautiful, so I had to try it for myself. I couldn’t believe that you didn’t have to wear out your wrists…
Is there anything cozier in a home than a fireplace? Especially if that fireplace is made of stone? Today I’m sharing a collection of gorgeous stone fireplace ideas that are sure to warm you as the days get shorter and cooler. Photo by New Rosslyn Construction This stone fireplace is truly impressive. I love…
New England has no shortage of beautiful historic homes and buildings, which is part of its unending charm. One of the first things you might notice on a delightful old house is its front door. Such was the case when touring residential pockets during our recent trip to southeastern Maine. I was so fascinated by…
Guess what? It’s time for another book giveaway here at Town and Country Living! Memories of Home by Heidi Caillier is a book I’ve been waiting for. I pre-ordered it back in March and it’s finally been released – which means I can now offer a free copy of this book to one of my…
Another change in seasons is just a couple weeks away, and with the cooling of days, it’s time to look inside your home and find a spot for the perfect cozy corner. Shorter days means more time spent inside and it’s nice to give your home a quick refresh before fall settles in. You might…
Did you know that at one time the color pink was a preferred color for boys and blue was the choice for girls? The thought was that pink was a more vivid color and therefore more masculine. Blue was more delicate and therefore meant for girls. It wasn’t until after World War II that the…
You may have noticed a trend in wall art for the home these days. There’s a growing popularity in landscapes, as noted when you scroll through Instagram. I too, love a pretty scene of a landscape, whether it’s a country field and barn, or a wooded setting with water. Here’s 14 inspirational rooms that have…
Remember when I said I was going to finish decorating my dining room before I revealed any of the changes? I’m happy to say that I’m nearing the finish line! I ordered a new light fixture and rug this weekend, and now I just need to wrap up the wall hangings and I think the…
My personal feeling is that the color pink is somewhat misunderstood. Pink has graduated from a little girl’s color to a grown woman’s palette. It can sophisticated while also being fun and youthful Check out today’s examples of decorating with pink to see what I mean. Pink in the Living Room Chintz fabrics on furniture…
After I bought my first bungalow-style house many moons ago, I made all the curtains myself. I like simple window treatments so the sewing part wasn’t hard at all. There’s so much joy in heading to the fabric store to choose material for each room. Sadly, it’s been a long time since I’ve made curtains….
Today I have a really fun tour for you! I found a super charming pool house designed by Nest + Company that’s so cute inside, you might not even find yourself wanting to go for a swim in the pool. by nest + company This is truly the perfect place for a party. You’ve…
The art of stained glass is rising in popularity and it’s not hard to see why. Beautiful colored glass is held together by lead to create amazing pieces of art for the home. Studios are popping up across the country and in Ohio alone, the number has risen from just a handful 20 years ago…
