I think it was two Januarys ago when I first started talking about finding a new farmhouse dining table. I shared examples of farm tables I’d seen, and then a year later I swapped my dining and living rooms and created a new sitting room, which you can see in my recent fall home tour….
Finally I crossed a hurdle that I’ve been battling for a few months now. I chose a paint color for my family room. I agonized between blue, green, and off-white, and finally settled on a lovely shade of sage green by Benjamin Moore called Scenic Drive. Normally I choose color pretty quickly, and I’m not…
If you’re looking to add classic charm and functional storage to your home, a farmhouse hutch might be the perfect solution. Their varied styles make them ideal for any room—from kitchens and dining areas to living rooms and entryways. Whether you’re after distressed wood finishes, open shelving, or glass-paneled cabinets, this collection of farmhouse hutch…
Lately I’ve had a craving! Not for chocolate, but for a warm and cozy living room that leaves you feeling like you’ve just been given a big old hug. So today I’m indulging that craving with a collection of living spaces that will warm your heart. Photo by Tommy Chambers Interiors, Inc. There are…
Although I love summer, I’m in full fall mode now. I hope to get out in the garden and clean it up this weekend and maybe pot up some chrysanthemums. My veggie garden gave me a small present this year. A rogue pumpkin seed from the compost pile rooted and grew and long story short…
This time of year is a little confusing for me. Summer isn’t over (nor do I want it to be) and fall hasn’t quite begun. I do love the autumn season but not when it means I have to bid farewell to long, warm days. While I want to get excited for fall, I feel…
Today’s edition of Style Showcase includes a menagerie of inspiration for you. I’m featuring small space dining ideas that I think you’ll find cozy and interesting. But scroll down to see what my blog friends are sharing, too! Worthing Court | Charming Fall Front Porch Decorating Ideas Shabbyfufu | How To Apply Gold Leaf…
Looking to add a splash of personality to your home? Colorful patterned rugs are the perfect way to infuse your space with style and a touch of creativity. Whether you’re aiming to make a bold statement in your living room or add a subtle pop of color to your bedroom, a vibrant rug can instantly…
This week I’m in Door County, Wisconsin with the family. And it’s a good thing too because we’re having a 90-degree heat wave back home this week. Fortunately it’s 20 degrees cooler here on the peninsula. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that things cool off when it’s time to head home. Speaking of summer, we’ve…
In the world of interior decorating, wallpaper has made a remarkable comeback, especially in bedrooms where it can create a transformative ambiance. Today’s wallpapers offer a stunning array of colors, textures, and designs that can turn any bedroom into a personalized sanctuary. Whether you favor bold geometrics, serene nature-inspired prints, or luxurious textures, bedroom wallpaper…
Today’s beautiful blue and green family room by Winding Lane Interiors hails from Cincinnati, Ohio. The new addition to the family’s classic home needed to be kid-friendly, so fabrics and finishes were chosen for their durability, without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. The goal was to decorate the space in a color palette that allows the inside…
Red attracts attention more than other other color. It’s equated with love, passion, strength, energy, and even danger. The color can be a dynamic way to enliven a tired room when done right. Here’s 11 red decorating ideas to inspire every room in the house. Photo by Kathryn Ivey Interiors Red is typically a bold…
If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time, you know I have a love affair with windows. I need a house with lots of windows, whether big or small it doesn’t matter. As long as the windows provide lots of views to the outdoors while letting plenty of natural light in. See…
We’re still on a spring decorating roll over here at Town and Country Living. There’s just something so refreshing about lightening up rooms and adding color after being cooped up inside during winter. So grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy today’s line-up of spring decorating ideas. Pink and green is a fun…
I think there’s one decorating detail everyone can agree on. A room with an amazing view is a prized asset in any home. Mountains, water, forests, even your garden is beautiful when framed in a window. Today I’m sharing 9 waterfront rooms that almost match the beauty of their view. Photo by Dressing Rooms …
Yesterday I shared a craftsman style home that featured an amazing coffered ceiling in the dining room. As I thought about this often-neglected element in interior spaces, I decided it would be fun to write a post about different types of a decorative ceiling treatment. Let’s start with a classic vaulted ceiling that’s lined in…
