Who loves mushrooms? Whether you enjoy eating them or using replicas as knickknacks, decorating with mushrooms creates an earthy, organic vibe in your home. Just this morning I saw little groupings of mushrooms in the yard and got excited. They always make me think of fairy tales with little gnomes living under them. Today I’m…
Cute Cottages and Summer Fun: Style Showcase #143
We’re a little over midway through July and still embracing summer decorating ideas here at Style Showcase. Today I’m featuring a collection of quaint cottages that are sure to pull at your heartstrings. My friends are offering wreaths, centerpieces, and a few kitchen hacks. Enjoy! Shabbyfufu | 21 Cute Summer Wreaths Southern Hospitality |…
Traditional Waterfront Home: A Boston Beauty
Get ready to be wowed by this gorgeous, traditional waterfront home by Patrick Ahearn Architect located in the Boston area. When you think of the classic east coast home, I think a home similar to this is what comes to mind. The rear of the home faces the water and has ample patio and porch…
New Construction Farmhouse in Minnesota
If you enjoy clean white spaces with a bit of color thrown in here and there, you’re going to love today’s featured home! Today we’re touring a new construction farmhouse by Building Concepts and Designs in Minnesota. Photo by Building Concepts and Design The family room above has airy appeal with its vaulted ceiling and…
Finding Home and Chantilly Cake: Friday Finds #98
Wow. It’s been a month since my last Friday Finds post. This summer has been really busy and I’m struggling to keep up with my blog schedule. At least the busy-ness is all good stuff that includes caring for our expanding garden and helping my daughter find a new home. Bridget recently sold her charming…
Revisiting the Nostalgic Charm of Café Curtains
When I was first married and raising my family, I made do with the resources I had. Since I was a stay-at-home mom, I had to be creative since we only had one income. So when we moved into our first house, I sewed all the curtains myself. The easiest curtains to make were café…
Farm Animal Wall Art: Style Showcase #142
Hello friends! Welcome to another installment of Style Showcase where I join a few blogging friends to bring you some decorating hits from the past. Settled down with your coffee and enjoy today’s selection. My feature is at the end and includes my favorite wall art – farm animals! Worthing Court | High Impact Projects…
Outdoor Dining Ideas and Inspiration
Dining al fresco is something I love doing during the summer months. Whenever hubby and I make a lunch or dinner reservation at a local restaurant, we always try to get a table on the patio. Dining outside at home is also pleasurable – especially if you have a shady spot. Here’s some outdoor dining…
Eclectic Coastal Style in a Maine Timber Frame House
I must have Maine on the brain because I’ve been looking at Airbnb homes near Kennebunkport, and then I found this charming timber frame house by John Buckley Architecture + Design. The home is located near Goose Rocks beach and is pleasingly decorated in an eclectic coastal style. Photo by John Buckley Architecture & Design…
Sweet Little Courtyard Deck and Adorable She Shed
Yesterday I visited our local nursery and garden center and it got me thinking about ways to improve my outdoor spaces, which is something I’m always pondering. This in turn inspired me to share this sweet little Alabama courtyard deck and she shed photographed by Kayla Stark. Photo by Kayla Stark The focal point…
A Rocking Chair for Every Porch
You know, I realized my circa 1875 house does not have rocking chair on the front porch. Yes, there is a porch swing out there but I feel somehow it’s missing something. When you think of an Americana style porch, don’t you immediately envision rocking chairs? Like this pretty red one on a Southern…
Cozy Lake Cottage in Blues and Wood
Waterfront property always seems to be a desired dream for many people. Lakes and oceans are also popular vacation spots. There’s just something about water that’s relaxing and draws us to it. So today I’m featuring a cozy lake cottage by Visbeen Architects that’s decorated in warm woods and deep blue tones. The home has…
Summer Wreaths and DIY: Style Showcase #141
Hello friends! I hope you enjoyed your 4th of July weekend. I managed to get a bit more yard work done and when it got hot, read more of the book I’m currently reading, The Girl on Legare Street by Karen White. It’s part of a series, the first book is House on Tradd Street….
Decorating with Old Glory and Fun Flag Facts
Happy 4th of July! I hope you’re enjoying your extended weekend. To celebrate our country’s independence day, I thought I’d share a bit of decorating with Old Glory and some fun flag facts. Photo by Nikki To Photography Did you know that the original “Old Glory” was owned by William Driver, a 19th century…
A Traditional Home in Blue and White
Step inside this traditional home dressed in blue and white. It enjoys a mix of casual and formal as seen throughout the home’s interiors. Photo by Andrew Howard Interior Design The kitchen is mostly white with a few touches of blue. A basket pendant light adds texture and an air of casual appeal. Photo…
Visiting Historic Ferndale – the Cozy Side of California
When most people think of California, they think beaches, palm trees, L.A., and Hollywood. The word “cozy” probably doesn’t come to mind. But I definitely found the cozy side of California when visiting historic Ferndale. And since today is Cozy Living Saturday (the first Saturday of the month), I think now is the perfect time…