Create a fresh spring dining nook with beneficial houseplants and a simple table throw. The look is effortless and organic. This is the second day of the Styled + Set spring tour hosted by Lory at Designthusiasm. A special welcome to those of you coming from Shabbyfufu. I've always loved Janet's soft and classy style! In case you haven't noticed already, my home decor is changing from light and white to cozy and earthy. So … [Read more...]
Create an Earthy Table Setting with Magic Linen
January 22, 2019 By 7 Comments
This post is sponsored by Magic Linen, all opinions are my own. Last week I shared a variety of inspirational ways to decorate with linens. Today I'm featuring an earthy table setting with a linen table cloth and napkins as the star features! Magic Linen provided the gorgeous linens for my earthy table setting. They're located in Lithuana and ship to the United States! I was surprised how quickly I received my package of … [Read more...]
Christmas Table Setting: Modern Country Style
November 26, 2018 By 11 Comments
Deer plates and a quaint ceramic village with bottle brush trees create a modern country Christmas table setting for the holidays! Welcome to the holiday edition of Styled + Set where a group of bloggers share a variety of entertaining ideas. Links to the other bloggers are at the end of the post. (This post contains affiliate links.) Jamie at So Much Better with Age is the blogger before me in today's loop. She has phenomenal French Country … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Table Ideas: Styled + Set
October 15, 2018 By 6 Comments
The next couple of months are going to be busy, so why not plan ahead and avoid some of the stress that comes with the holiday season? This week I'm joining several bloggers for the Styled + Set series. Each day you can enjoy fall and Thanksgiving table ideas for your own holiday setting. (This post contains affiliate links.) Welcome to those of you coming over from Jamie's place at So Much Better with Age! My fall home tour focused … [Read more...]
Fall Buffet Table Decorations for Entertaining
September 17, 2018 By 21 Comments
Fall through the Christmas season is the time when our family gets together more frequently for shared meals. Summers are filled with kids' sporting events and camp activities and once that dies down it's time to wine, dine, and relax. Rather than set a formal table for our next gathering, I chose to organize fall buffet table decorations for a more casual gathering. (This post contains affiliate links.) Today I'm joining a group of … [Read more...]
Simple Summer Table Setting
May 21, 2018 By 12 Comments
When you think of entertaining during the summer months, do you opt for bright energizing colors or the soothing hues of a blue ocean? For this year's first simple summer table setting, I chose earthy tones that remind me of the green grass and the wonderful outdoors that I love so much. I created this simple summer table setting for the summer edition of Styled + Set, hosted by Lory at Designthusiasm. If you're coming from Sheila's … [Read more...]
Cozy Easter Brunch for Two
March 3, 2018 By 12 Comments
Welcome to the March edition of our Cozy Living Series! Each month our small group of bloggers shares how they enjoy cozy living during that particular month. You'll find everyone's links at the end of this post. For me, March is the time to prepare for spring. Today I'm sharing a cozy Easter brunch for two. (This post contains affiliate links.) My new dining table from Pottery Barn is set with farmhouse style. I love the cozy appeal … [Read more...]
Pink and Blue Easter Table Setting
February 26, 2018 By 22 Comments
Welcome to the Easter edition of Styled + Set where a group of bloggers share their ideas for dining and entertaining during a holiday season. Jennifer at Celebrating Everyday Life is the blogger just before me and I just love her trophy centerpiece! I've set a pink and blue Easter table setting to give you inspiration for your own holiday celebration. Easter for me means pastel colors at the dining table; I chose pink and blue this … [Read more...]
Pink and Gray Valentine Table
January 22, 2018 By 13 Comments
Beautiful pink tulips are the inspiration for my Pink and Gray Valentine Table that I've designed for another installment of our Styled + Set series. Today I join blogging friends to bring you three days worth of beautiful Valentine tables and entertaining ideas. A special thanks to Lory at Designthusiasm for organizing this event. Ahead of me on today's tour is the lovely Janet who blogs at Shabbyfufu. I love everything she does and Valentine's … [Read more...]
Gold and Crystal Holiday Table Setting
November 29, 2017 By 8 Comments
Christmas carols are playing on Pandora, glitter is on the floor, and I'm busy planning my holiday meal. Prime rib is on the menu this year and I've opted for a gold and crystal holiday table setting. All week my blogging friends and I are featuring holiday tablescapes as part of the Styled + Set series organized by Lory at Designthusiasm. You can visit everyone's table settings at the links at the end of this post. I knew gold was going to be … [Read more...]
Christmas Table Setting Ideas
November 16, 2017 By 4 Comments
Avoid last minute holiday stress by planning your Christmas table setting ahead of time. I've collected several ideas to inspire you and get your wheels turning. Whether you prefer a simple holiday table, or a more elaborate setting, you're sure to find something here that suits your fancy. When in doubt, turn to traditional holiday decor like red and green in plaid prints. Note the clever details like candles in coffee mugs and small presents … [Read more...]
Golden Autumn Days Table Setting
October 26, 2017 By 7 Comments
Have you started planning for Thanksgiving yet? I like to get an early start because it means I'll be less stressed as the holiday draws nearer. This week I'm joining a lovely group of bloggers to share inspirational table settings; it's part of the Styled + Set series organized by Lory at Designthusiasm. My dining creation is called the Golden Autumn Days Table Setting. You'll notice the tablescape has a golden glow about it. A big welcome to … [Read more...]
Summer Table Setting for Entertaining
June 27, 2017 By 9 Comments
Summer is a casual season and when it comes to having friends and family over, entertaining should be casual and easy too. I'm joining fellow bloggers in a summer entertaining series this week. A special welcome if you're coming from Life on Virginia Street! Sarah always sets a pretty table. And a special thanks to Lory at Designthusiasm for organizing today's event! I've put together a summer table setting that's quick and fuss-free. My dining … [Read more...]
Hi! I'm Jennifer and I'm happy to have you here! I live where the suburbs meet the country, which affords me the best of both worlds. Come along on my journey where I share decorating, cooking, gardening and more as it relates to both city and rural life. 
