Even though it’s not officially fall yet, I feel like September ushers in the season with its shorter days and kids being back at school. As you gear up for this popular season, take a moment to plan some fun like these 15 fall activities! 1. Go Apple Picking! The fresh air will do you…
Style Showcase #97: Transitioning to Fall
Late August and early September can be a bit of a weird time. Most of us begin to transition to fall with our home decor, but we’ve still got one foot in summer enjoying the warm days that still come our way. Even though autumn doesn’t officially start until September 21st, I think our heads…
Decorating with Faux Pumpkins: Market Monday
For those of you planning your fall decor, I’ve got some great sources for faux pumpkins. But truth be told, I will always prefer the real thing. The only problem is, what do you do with all the leftover pumpkins once the autumn season is over? Lucky for me, I have a friend with chickens…
Maryland Farmhouse: Charming Home Tour
Lately I feel like every Sunday I say how much I love today’s home tour. Today is no different. I’m in love with the charming Maryland farmhouse that we’re going to tour. The interior decor is giving me ideas for my own home. Every tour I hope that you too, walk away with ideas and…
How to Use Reclaimed Wood in Your Home
Fresh cut wood. Whether old or new, it has an earthy fragrance and organic appeal. It immediately adds warmth and texture to any room. See these inspirational ideas on how to use reclaimed wood in your home to give it authenticity and a bit of rustic flair. Photo by Frederick + Frederick Architects Most people…
Friday Finds #63: End of Summer Plans
Say it isn’t so! August ends in just 4 days! And last night I noticed it was dark outside by 8:00 p.m. I realize some (maybe many) of you are happy about this. Not everyone likes the heat of summer, but I think everyone can agree on the beauty of fall which is right around…
Crisp Blue English Style Kitchen
If you’re a fan of color in the kitchen and you like the color blue, you’re in for a treat! Today I’m featuring a crisp blue, English style kitchen by Laura Design Company located in the suburbs of Chicago. If I could afford to hire a design team for my kitchen, this would be it!…
Create Fall Curb Appeal with Pumpkins and Mums
Are you ready for crisp, golden days with a wonderful palette of color everywhere you turn? The heat is on this week in our area (over 90-degree days) and I find myself longing for cooler days (somewhere in the lower 70s). I’m already thinking about how to create some fall curb appeal using my favorite…
Style Showcase #96: Late Summer Flower Arrangement
Hello friends! Welcome to another edition of Style Showcase – it’s hard to believe we’re nearing the 100th week of this fun series with a few of my blogging friends. Today I’m sharing late summer flower arrangements while my fellow bloggers are sharing some pretty decorating ideas for you. Enjoy! Shabbyfufu | A Tastefully Renovated…
Botanical Inspired Fall Decor by Terrain
Have you started decorating for fall yet? If not, I’ve got a treat for you with today’s Market Monday with botanical inspired fall decor by one of my favorite places to shop online – Terrain. If you’re like me, you enjoy a more natural approach to your seasonal decorations. When I can bring a bit…
Tennessee Classic: Charming Home Tour
Happy Sunday! Are you ready for another inspiring home tour? Today we’re headed to the Volunteer State to check out a Tennesee home decorated by Pillar and Peacock. You’ll find the interiors filled with what I call modern farmhouse style. Beautiful brick steps lead you up to the wide porch which is perfect for southern summers….
Free Fall House Printables for You to Frame
Perhaps one of the most inexpensive ways to decorate your home from season to season is with free prints. I have a set of fall house printables that go together and I thought you might enjoy printing and framing your own set of them. Or download and frame just one of them. (This post contains…
Friday Finds #62: Late Summer Harvest
Who loves Friday? Everyone who works is raising their hand. But even if you’re retired or not working outside of the home, Fridays are fantastic here at Town and Country Living because I share inspiration from around the web with a list of Friday Finds. Not only do I love Fridays, but I love late…
Affordable Outdoor Kitchen Idea That’s Pretty, Too!
Today I’m excited to share an affordable outdoor kitchen idea by DeGoey Designs that also happens to be quite pretty. I’m definitely filing this space away for next year’s outdoor plans. We just added a new paver patio area and I think a smaller version of this kitchen would work perfectly in that space. (This…
9 Fall Porch Decorating Ideas
Home decorating magazines filled with fall inspiration have arrived in my mailbox. And stores like Pottery Barn are stocked with cable knit blankets and plaid pillows. So I guess it’s not too early to share a few fall porch decorating ideas, is it? The steps above are overflowing with brightly colored pumpkins and gourds. But…
Style Showcase #95: Summer DIY Projects
Welcome to another week of Style Showcase. This week seems to focus on DIY projects from how to paint a door to making glitter candles. I’m the oddball this week with scenes and houses from pretty Saugatuck, Michigan. Anyway, I’m sure you’ll enjoy everyone’s inspiration this week! Fox Hollow Cottage | Paint A French Door…