Did you have a nice Thanksgiving yesterday? Hubby and I had a quiet day at the house. We’re celebrating Thanksgiving with the family on Saturday. I don’t mind celebrating a few days later. It allows my children a chance to enjoy the day at their in-laws without having to rush to two dinners. And I…
August is one of my favorite months of the year – second to the month of June when I get to do most of my planting around the yard. In addition to vegetable and flower gardening, I greatly enjoy water gardening. In fact, my backyard pond is my favorite spot in the yard because it…
Happy Wednesday, friends! It’s time to head back (virtually) to historic Ferndale to see more of the town’s stunning historic homes. The first time I posted about our trip to Humboldt County, I shared a collection of the Victorian cottages. Today it’s time to see some of the other beautiful homes that grace the streets…
Happy Tuesday, friends! For today’s Style Showcase, I’m sharing how to make lavender rosemary bath salts. It smells dreamy and makes for a perfect soak in the bath after a day of gardening. My friends are sharing their own DIY and décor ideas below. You’re sure to find something of interest to you! Town &…
Every Sunday when I choose a home to feature, I wonder if you will like it. I try to showcase a variety of styles to appeal to a wider audience. But I feel like each home has a piece of my heart. There’s something artistic or personal that speaks to me. Today’s Atlanta home by…
Are you craving the scent of spring and summer flowers and herbs in your home? Long winter days can leave us yearning for spring and all the glorious scents that warmer days provide. I miss opening my windows and letting the smell of fresh-cut grass or flowering lavender drift into the house. So last weekend…
Fans of color are going to enjoy touring this colorful beach cottage by Wright-Ryan Homes! Outside, cedar shake shingles pair with white to create a classic vacation home that can be lived in all year. A stone garden wall planted with cheery nasturtiums invites you to the front door. Photo by Wright-Ryan Homes Brightly striped…
Every year I like to wrap things up by sharing posts from the blog that you all enjoyed the most. At least, Google statistics tell me that these are your favorite posts of the year. Maybe you remember others that you enjoyed more. In a look back, here are the most popular posts of 2021,…
Since I’m doing some early fall planting this weekend, I thought I’d look for some inspiration to get my creative juices flowing. In addition to re-planting my flower boxes with flowering kale and asters, I’m also considering fall vignettes for the front porch and backyard deck. Here’s a few outdoor fall arrangements you might want…
August is coming to an end but I’m no where near ready to let go of summer just yet! In celebration of my favorite season, I’m sharing an amazingly adorable summer house decorated by Tracey Rapisardi, a popular interior designer. Her style is always light, fresh, pretty and feminine. Photo by Tracey Rapisardi Design Such…
Get ready to fall in love! Today’s home tour features historic, traditional decor pulled together by Heidi Caillier Design. I must confess, I love every square inch of this beautiful Seattle Tudor. From the wallpaper to the artwork, and everything in between, this home oozes comfort and style with a nod to historic elements. Photo…
We’re two weeks into summer and if you don’t have one yet, it’s not too late to get a wreath for your door. I gathered nine DIY summer wreath ideas along with a few links to purchase one if you don’t want to make your own. (This post contains affiliate links.) One of my…
The family room. It’s where we congregate to watch television, play board games, read, eat a meal – you name it. It’s a more private area of the house where family members are comfortable to lounge in their pajamas or other casual attire. The living room, on the other hand, is a little more formal…
Summer is my favorite season, hands down! The days are long, the sun is warm, and summer decorating is free and easy. Here’s 11 home decor ideas to freshen your home for this wonderful time of the year. If you’re feeling ambitious, consider painting your entryway a sunny yellow. Entries are generally smaller rooms so…
Color lovers will enjoy this week’s showcase of projects. June is here so let the summer fun begin! Click the link above each photo to see more. Worthing Court | 8 Secrets To Outdoor Entertaining + A Tablescape  Fox Hollow Cottage | Fast & Easy Summer Entertaining Tips  HGTV Dream Home Tour –…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always been attracted to wisteria. Its big, drooping blooms are breathtaking. When it wraps itself around a pergola or door frame, it seems almost magical to me. Whether you have it in your garden already, or are considering adding it to your landscape, here’s a few pros…
