If I had to describe today’s featured home in one word, I’d choose the word “happy.” Each room puts a smile on your face with its clean design and vibrant colors. This oceanfront house is a vacation home, but I think you’ll find yourself feeling like you could live here year-round. The living room wears…
Today’s charming home tour is a shingle-style house from the eastern coast of the US. Shingle-style architecture was inspired by a love of Eastlake Queen Ann architecture and a renewed interest in Colonial American architecture. You’ll find this style among seaside cottages where these types of homes were constructed for affluent families. This particular home was…
Last week was the Republican National Convention and this coming week is the Democratic National Convention. If you need a break from all the political rhetoric, look no further than this charming home tour of An Oregon Cottage. Jami recently sold her beautiful cottage and I’m honored to be able to feature it. She’s made…
Are you enjoying your summer so far? Our weather has been beautiful and that makes me happy. Sunny days, blooming flowers, strolling along the river, and maybe a few trips to the beach after the grands return from vacation. Summer is my favorite season and this pretty Cornwall beach house by Wickenden Hutley is exactly…
Welcome to July and another month filled with inspiring, charming home tours! Not long ago I stumbled across Emily’s blog at Our House Now a Home and was impressed with many of her DIY projects. I love to see people infuse their creativity into their interiors and Emily has done a great job at making…
Farmhouse style is hugely popular right now but you don’t need an old farmhouse to add this type of decor to your home. In fact, I’ve seen a lot of contemporary suburban homes made over into farmhouse style. But it’s always a special treat when you find a true farmhouse decorated for today’s busy lifestyles….
Can you believe my Sunday home tours have been going on for over 2 years now? When I started the Charming Home Series, I never thought it would last this long. I love searching for new houses to feature and today’s hails from Houzz where I found a fresh-scrubbed Cape Cod Cottage style home that’s light…
With a name like Starfish Cottage you know this tour is going to be a feast for the eyes, right? A cottage and the beach … what’s not to love? Kristy’s charming home brings a refreshing mix of pretty style and comfortable living. Beautiful blues (which I love) and airy coastal style flow throughout this…
Today’s charming home tour features a blog I started reading years ago and still enjoy today. Rhoda from Southern Hospitality is a creative soul with seemingly endless energy! She’s a passionate decorator and has tackled a lot of DIY projects around her house. I’ve learned a lot from her just from reading her blog and…
Warm breezes have floated into town making it feel like mid-July when you step outside. It’s making me nostalgic for the carefree summer days of childhood, when each day held a new adventure and you had no concerns. Today’s charming home tour recalls an early childhood summer vacation to the Canadian side of Lake Superior….
We’re having some pretty fabulous weather here in Illinois and I’ve spent a good deal of time out in the garden. I’ve enjoyed gardening since I can remember. I love being outside working with plants of any kind. But now it’s time to turn attention to the indoors as we take a tour of Brooke’s…
Are you one of the many fans of farmhouse style? Before Joanna Gaines came on the scene, farmhouse decor was already popular thanks to Martha Stewart. And now with shows like Fixer Upper, the appeal of farmhouse style is skyrocketing. Today I’m super excited to share an extremely charming home with you that lives and…
First things first. Happy Mother’s Day to all you wonderful mothers out there! Being a mom is a challenging yet highly rewarding job. You take care of everyone else before you tend to your own needs. So I hope you’ll take a little time to yourself and enjoy today’s charming home tour which features a…
Today is Sunday and that means it’s time for another amazing charming home tour! We’re visiting Summer at Simple Stylings where she lives in an adorable bungalow with her son. Summer is highly talented and believes everyone can create simple style in their own home. She’s passionate about decorating, and her home shows it! Summer’s…
I’m sitting at the dining table with the window open and spring breezes wafting in. Looking out, I see tiny violets jumping out of the grass ready to party with Mother Nature. I love this time of year. Another thing I’m quite fond of is beautiful homes, like the one we’re touring today. Tara’s house…
Today’s charming home tour takes us to a passionate DIY blogger’s house in a small town. Sara at Twelve on Main shares many do-it-yourself projects on her blog, and she loves the rural life. Her home is practical and beautiful all at once. Ready to take a peek inside? Step up onto the front porch…
