Last year at our local flea market I came upon a vendor with gorgeous topiaries sprouting from moss covered garden pots. Her plants were a little pricey but I loved the pots and caved to temptation, taking two of them home with me. But a few months later their appeal lost its luster and I…
After spending a little time on Houzz the other day, I had a whim to dedicate one day a week to stuff I love other there … and so begins Humpdays with Houzz! Each week I’m going to focus on some type of design element and share it with you. Houzz lets you easily embed…
Be prepared to fall in love with this fresh and bright “hygge house” by Swan Architecture located in Minneapolis. It’s got a clean, transitional style with a bit of Scandinavia tossed in for fun. Photo by Andrea Swan – Swan Architecture  The front porch welcomes you with a pair of blue-gray Adirondack chairs and…
Normally I feature some type of decorating inspiration on Saturdays, but today I’m in the mood for the outdoor beauty of fall. I thought you might enjoy soaking in the spectacular vision of autumn’s artistry to start your weekend. So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy scenes from Mother Nature herself and see how…
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…
Today’s home tour by Kelly and Co. Design features a simple farmhouse cottage style dressed with a light hand, allowing the home’s beautiful bones to stand out. The home’s entryway includes a rustic bench upholstered in linen grain stripe fabric. Windows are left unadorned so as not to block nature’s beautiful views outside. Photo by…
If you’re a fan of Joanna Gaines, you might like today’s home tour by Rafterhouse. It’s a charming home with a minimalist approach to Fixer Upper style! Photo by Rafterhouse The white kitchen has a beautiful metal range hood and black pendant lights. To expand the length and functionality of the kitchen island, a cupboard…
We’re havin’ a heat wave, a tropical heat wave! Record temps are making their way across the country and today is Chicago’s turn to feel the heat. We’ve got a heat advisory for the next two days so everyone is laying low. At least we’ve got some refreshing inspiration lined up for this week’s edition…
Welcome to Cozy Living Saturday, which occurs the first Saturday of every month. It’s when I gather with a few blogging friends to share cozy ideas for the month. It’s whatever gives us warm fuzzies for the month and can be anything from home decor to a yummy recipe to outdoor living ideas. Summer also…
Oh, we’ve got some fun DIY projects and a lovely home tour on today’s Style Showcase edition. I don’t which appeals to me more – Janet’s colorful candles or Rhoda’s porch swing bed. And then there’s Suzy’s curtains! At the end of the post is my inspiration for the day – a charming tour of…
Last Sunday I spend most of the day gardening, and tomorrow will be more of the same. I planted all my flower boxes and love how they look so far. Normally I plant the same flowers in the boxes because once I find what thrives in a spot, I tend to stick with that plant….
Today’s Style Showcase features a range of inspiration from an pretty Easter table setting to painting tips and flower arranging. I’m sharing window inspiration because it’s an architectural detail I enjoy in any home. No matter if I live in a new or old house, it has to have lots of windows. Be sure to…
Wow! My Style Showcase friends are serving up a lot of beautiful home decor today! From blue, to pinks, to neutrals – there’s something for everyone. Janet pulls up the rear with some great deep-cleaning tips. You don’t want to miss this week’s inspiration! Southern Hospitality | How Our House Flows Town & Country…
For some reason I find myself in a bit of a romantic, nostalgic mood these days. Maybe I’m yearning for something comforting to warm my soul now that Christmas is over. Or maybe it’s because I started watching Sense and Sensibility. British movies and television series tend to have a spell-binding effect on me. Whatever…
Next week my family and I head to Galena, Illinois for our annual Christmas trip. We always rent the same house and enjoy its familiarity. We all have our designated bedrooms and each morning starts with a fire in the fireplace and a round of lattes and cappuccinos. It’s so nice to chill and spend…
Happy Tuesday, friends! This week’s Style Showcase includes a collection of DIY Christmas signs, a couple of home how-tos, and a visit to Riverside, Illinois to see some amazing homes just outside of Chicago. Enjoy today’s eclectic collection of inspiration! Shabbyfufu | 20 Fabulous Christmas Signs To Make Right Now Southern Hospitality | How…
