Am I the only one who thinks summer needs to slow down? My daughter told me her kids go back to school the first week of August! We never went back until after Labor Day. I don’t understand why schools are cutting summer vacation so short. It makes it more difficult to plan family vacations,…
Happy 4th of July! Hubby and I are headed out for some kayaking on the Rock River in Oregon (Illinois) and I can’t wait. I love being on the water looking for nature. What’s great about kayaking is that you can make it as peaceful or as strenuous as you want. Today will be all…
How’s your summer coming along? Good, I hope! I’ve started a new walking program and am loving it. First thing in the morning, I put on my running shoes and head outside, but I walk instead of run. I’ve got a subtle but nagging injury that flairs up every time I run. Thankfully, my calf…
Today is all about summer here on Style Showcase. From Janet’s beautiful home tour to Suzy’s multi-level deck, you’ll find some fun summer inspiration. Check out Rhoda’s tips for visiting St. Simons Island (need to put this on my bucket list), and see my tips for summer flower arranging. My cut flower garden is looking…
Today’s Style Showcase is all about summer, indoors and out. From a summer home tour to raised garden beds, and a little bit of stuff in-between. Today I’m featuring summer family room ideas, but you’ll want to see what my friends have in store, too. Worthing Court | How To Create An Inviting Outdoor Space…
Happy Tuesday, friends! Monday is over and we’re one day closer to the weekend. I don’t know about you, but I truly treasure the weekends of spring and summer. While we patiently await Saturday’s arrival, take a peek at today’s Style Showcase inspiration which includes charming cottages, pretty peonies, and summer color. Town and Country…
It’s going to reach ninety degrees this week in Chicagoland. Summer is here even though it doesn’t officially begin until June 21st. Are you ready for it? To help you get into the spirit of warm, carefree days, check out this Tuesday’s roundup of Style Showcase ideas and inspiration. Southern Hospitality | Tips to Light…
Hello friends! On today’s edition of Style Showcase you’ll find a variety of decorating ideas, from inside the home to outside. It’s so wonderful to feel the warmth of spring when stepping outside. It’s also a blessing to be able to leave the windows open all day and air out the house from its long…
Happy Tuesday, friends! I hope you enjoyed your Mother’s Day this past weekend. Mother’s Day always marks the unofficial start of gardening season here in the Chicagoland area. I got my annuals planted two weekends ago so I’m a little ahead of the game. Most of the veggies are planted, but not all, since hubby…
Hello friends! Are you feeling energized by the warmer weather and longer days? I know I am! This is my season and just like Mother Earth, I feel like I’m coming alive again. There’s always a surge of energy this time of year for me and hopefully for you, too. Today on Style Showcase I’m…
If I was a betting woman, I’d wager that most of us enjoy personalizing our homes in some way, shape, or form. Whether it’s family photos, favorite color schemes, or a collection of houseplants that show our love of nature, we all have something in our dwelling spaces that say who we are. This applies…
Happy Tuesday, friends! It’s that time of the week once again when a few of my blog friends and I join together to bring you Style Showcase. It’s inspiration that we’ve enjoyed sharing on our blogs previously, and is fun to visit once again. We believe each of our readers have something in common so…
Ready for some great inspiration? Today’s Style Showcase includes a beautiful deck tour, two home tours, and a collection of Adirondack chair ideas (including my own overlooking our pond) to get you ready for summer living! The Thistle Hill ranch tour is especially amazing. You don’t want to miss it! Worthing Court I An Amazing…
Today’s edition of Style Showcase includes a menagerie of inspiration. I’m sharing a super easy way to turn plain candles into something pretty and custom-looking. Janet shares a beautiful, ruffled clay bowl you can make. Suzy offers great advice on coordinating rugs in rooms, and Rhoda has a beautiful home tour waiting for you! Town…
Today’s Style Showcase includes an historic garden tour, a tour of historic homes in Ferndale, decorating a small porch, and growing kitchen herbs. A little of something for everyone! I hope you’ve been enjoying this Style Showcase series over the past couple of years. If there’s anything in particular you’d like to see featured, just…
Easter is coming, and hopefully spring weather is close behind. Our crocus are blooming and I’m predicting the daffodils will open their yellow, frilly heads within the next two weeks. It just needs to warm up for a few days for that to happen. And then, my favorite Virginia bluebells won’t be far behind! Today’s…
