Is it spring, or is it winter? Here in the Chicago area we’ve reached that awkward phase where it looks like spring might be here, but we’re sure to get a few snow days between now and the end of March. I can already see some of my spring bulbs poking leaves through the ground….
Welcome to another edition of Style Showcase. Can you believe we’ve been doing this for over four years now? My blog friends and I get together and share some of our past features that we think you’ll enjoy seeing again. It’s always fun to see what my friends want to share – I hope you…
The sun is finally setting after 5:00 p.m. here in Illinois. For us mid-westerners, that’s a winter milestone that calls for celebration! And in just a couple of days, January will be over. February is a short month, and then spring officially arrives on March 19th. This is the self-talk I have to go through…
The bathroom floor guys arrived Monday morning and they dropped the toilet when removing it, which broke the connecting pipe sticking out of the wall. Water sprayed all over (not too bad though), and they had to call the plumber to fix it (at least I didn’t have to pay for the plumber). Ugh. I’ll…
We’re halfway through January and I’m really happy about that because this week we’ve reached below zero degree temperatures. Ugh. I try not to think about it too much, but it’s hard to ignore when you look out the window and see a foot of snow in the yard. It’s a good thing I have…
For today’s Style Showcase, two of us have kitchens on the brain and two of us are thinking about beautiful houses. Scroll below to see what’s in store for you! Worthing Court | How To Decorate Kitchen Counters For Function & Beauty Do you struggle with what to put on your kitchen counters to make…
Welcome to Style Showcase – but first things first. I forgot to announce the two winners yesterday of the two Amber Lewis books. Congratulations to Emily N. and Stacy F! Each of you has won both books. Check your email for next steps. This is the week we come down off the holidays and while…
You’ll never believe what I did Christmas day. I wallpapered the bathroom! Since we already celebrated our family Christmas in Galena, it left the day open for anything. And I chose to hang wallpaper after hubby and I exchanged gifts. It’s so nice to have that project done, and it’s a little ironic that my…
Today’s Style Showcase is all about Christmas. Rhoda kicks things off with an amazing mansion tour and the rest of us are featuring color-themed Christmas decorations with you. So get ready to enjoy plenty of eye candy today! Southern Hospitality | The Elms Newport Mansion Tour Rhoda always visits the most interesting places and today…
Today on Style Showcase I’m sharing one of my favorite holiday mantels. I felt like a kid setting it up. You’ll also find some great inspiration from my blog friends today, from a designer home tour to white Christmas trees and a cocoa bar. Shabbyfufu | Secrets & Tips To Decorate A White Christmas Tree…
This week’s Style Showcase brings a variety of Christmas decorating and planning ideas. Take a look at what my blogging friends and I are featuring this week. Worthing Court | Red and White Christmas Tree & Living Room Suzy is ready to knock your holiday socks off with the most amazing red and white Christmas…
It’s less than one month until Christmas Day! The time always flies between Thanksgiving and Christmas, and it’s important to take some quiet moments to reflect on the season and just enjoy a little slowness and peace of mind. So before your day gets busy, enjoy today’s selection of holiday features here at Style Showcase. …
We’ve officially turned the corner in blogging world where everyday decorating becomes Christmas decorating. Enjoy Christmas houses, trees, a table setting, and a guest room for your holiday visitors all on today’s edition of Style Showcase. Southern Hospitality | Grandmillennial Guest Room Rhoda is sharing her gorgeous guest bedroom that features a wonderful mix of…
Do you realize that Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away? This weekend I bought a sugar pumpkin while they’re still available so I can make my frequently requested homemade pumpkin pie for Turkey Day. And today for Style Showcase, I’m featuring my tips for making your own vintage Christmas cards. My friends have their…
We didn’t plan it this way, but my Style Showcase friends and I are all sharing Thanksgiving table setting ideas! Typically we submit what we think you readers will enjoy each week and rarely do we all share similar topics. But today it’s all about Thanksgiving! Worthing Court | Set An Elegant Yet Casual Thanksgiving…
We’ve got an eclectic mix of inspiration on today’s edition of Style Showcase – and none of it is Halloween related. It’s that awkward time of year for bloggers when we’re torn between writing about Thanksgiving and Christmas. So I’m choosing neither holiday for my feature for today. LOL. Worthing Court | Tips For Hosting…
