For the most part, our dining room has been complete for the last few months, with the exception of some minor details … like stuff to hang on the walls. But after a few shopping trips I feel like the dirty deed is finally done. Here’s the dining room the way she looks today ……
I don’t know why, but I think one of the best arrangements of art on a wall is a medley of mirrors. In my humble opinion, they don’t have to match. Pair a contemporary mirror with an antique mirror. Tuck a rustic mirror next to a gilded mirror. Color doesn’t matter either … white, blue,…
When hubby inherited a blanket chest from his Aunt Marion, he put his foot down and told me I couldn’t touch it with a paint brush. Well, after several pieces of furniture got a makeover in our home, he relented to my constant begging to re-do the vintage chest. Here she is wearing her new colors … Aunt…
Sometimes you get lucky and things just come together. But first, the bad news. A Geneva, Illinois store icon recently closed its doors after 82 years of business. The Merra-Lee shops were a series of 7 women’s specialty clothing stores (all owned by the same family) that occupied a prime piece of real estate in town. Before closing, they…
Lately I keep looking at decor photos in order to keep myself focused on the look I really want in my home. When I was first married, I loved the Asian look. Then my sis turned me on to American Country style (I know, quite a difference). This led to a more Modern Country style…
If I were to list everything I wanna get done in 2012, this blog post would involve so much scrolling down the page that you’d be sure to get carpal tunnel syndrome. For now, I’ll limit it to manageable goals … and goals for which I have pictures taken. So in no particular order … Paint the house….
I’m in love. Butterflies in my stomach and feelin’ giddy all over. Annie Sloan Chalk Paint is the next best thing to sliced bread. I’ve been reading about this paint all over blogland and finally tried it out on my dining table and chairs. I mentioned in a previous post that I’m making some changes…
Can I just say something before sharing the latest round of holiday shots? I’m worn out! I’ve never been exposed to so much talent and inspiration until I discovered blogland … and while I want to try all the latest projects I see … I just can’t keep up! I had plans for embroidered ornaments, burlap stockings, moss…
Today’s L-shaped kitchen is sure to appeal to most people with its classic design and timeless appeal. This historic renovation by Bria Hammel Interiors stays true to the home’s original bones. Photo by Bria Hammel Interiors An L-Shaped kitchen layout typically has two adjacent walls with cabinetry that form the letter L. Within the…
If you haven’t decorated your porch for the autumn season, it’s not too late. Fall lasts another two months and there’s no reason not to enjoy a fall porch up until you switch to Christmas decor. Take a look at today’s examples for nine ways to create a cozy, festive vibe just outside your door….
Most people love designer kitchens with functionality and sleek appearance. Not me, so much. While I appreciate the beauty of a high-end kitchen, I’ll take a cozy unfit kitchen that reminds me of my grandmother cooking her Sunday pot roast. Today I’m showcasing a mustard yellow farmhouse kitchen by deVOL Kitchens that pulls on my…
Today is the last Friday of September and then we’re into full-on fall season. I’m still clinging to remnants of summer but looking forward to autumn’s color palette. We’ve scheduled a fall weekend trip to Wisconsin in October for a bit of leaf peeping and walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan. It’s fun to take…
This is our final full week of September before heading into October and all its glory. This is also the week that I’m getting all four wisdom teeth pulled! Wish me luck and then see what my blogging friends have to offer this last Tuesday of the month! Finding Silver Pennies | Summer Into Fall…
Get ready to fall in love with an amazingly beautiful French country home by Fergus Garber Architects located in the San Francisco area of California. The exterior will capture your heart first, and then you’ll fall even harder when you see the gorgeous yet comfortable interior spaces. A custom arched, wooden door greets you at…
Nestled in the heart of Martha’s Vineyard is a stunning coastal home that encapsulates the island’s blend of sophistication and charm. Designed by Martha’s Vineyard Interior Design, the vineyard retreat features a harmonious mix of classic and contemporary elements, with crisp white walls and wood accents throughout. A timeless settee with elegant lines and a…
Today we’re headed to Atlanta to see a beautiful American Foursquare home by Alair Homes Decatur. The house is a blend of of prairie and craftsman style with timeless appeal. American Foursquare style came into popularity from the mid-1890s to the late 1930s. It was in reaction to the more ornate Victorian period. Photo by…
