My approach to Christmas decorating this year demonstrates a major departure from the last several years. In 2017 and 2018, I was all about the farmhouse Christmas decor. You’ll notice that I went with a look that is slightly more elegant and less rustic for 2019. I opted to use a green and gold Christmas… Continue reading GREEN AND GOLD CHRISTMAS DECOR
Category: House and Home
5 vignettes every perfectly-staged house needs
Listing your home for sale can be a stressful process. Not only do you need to work with your real estate agent to get everything priced and documented just right, but you also have to make sure that both the interior and exterior of the home are in prime shape for showing. The tips… Continue reading 5 vignettes every perfectly-staged house needs
SUMMER PORCH TOUR
One of the easiest ways to improve the curb appeal of just about any house is to show a little love to the entryway. Whether that’s a full porch, a narrow walkway or even an apartment stoop, there are a lot of ways to make your entryway both pretty and welcoming. Today, I’m taking all… Continue reading SUMMER PORCH TOUR
EARLY MAY FAVORITES
I have this problem. Whenever there is a ‘holiday’ I feel increased freedom to consume all the calories and drink all the drinks. And so with Cinco de Mayo being followed directly by Mother’s Day, my weekly weigh-in is bound to disappoint. Oops. I’ve decided already that I’ll comfort myself by shopping online. You’re welcome,… Continue reading EARLY MAY FAVORITES
WHAT MOM REALLY WANTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY
You can always tell when Mother’s Day is approaching because retailers make it impossible to enter the store without running face first into a display of flowers and tank tops that say things like mama needs coffee. Hallmark steps up their advertising game, too. I know because all of the sudden some of my favorite… Continue reading WHAT MOM REALLY WANTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY
“BEE ANYTHING” GRADUATION PARTY THEME
When my youngest daughter graduated from high school, I was at a loss for how to theme the celebration party. But the moment I laid eyes on a cute tin bucket with a bee stenciled on the front of it, I knew exactly what direction to take. Today, I’m sharing a graduation party theme and… Continue reading “BEE ANYTHING” GRADUATION PARTY THEME
FAVORITE CHRISTMAS DECOR
Have you started decorating your house for Christmas yet? I started three weeks ago and I’m still not finished. Getting there, but not finished. I wanted to share a few of my favorite Christmas decor finds because they’re quickly going out of stock and if you’re in the market for a few new things, this… Continue reading FAVORITE CHRISTMAS DECOR
THANKSGIVING TABLE ACTIVITY | FREE PRINTABLE
Can you believe Thanksgiving is almost here? I swear it seems like we were just ringing in the new year. Oh, but time marches on and brings with it the happiest of holidays. Thanksgiving is definitely one of my favorites. I’m a big fan, in part because I’m a foodie but also because I love… Continue reading THANKSGIVING TABLE ACTIVITY | FREE PRINTABLE
COZY FALL PATIO
One of my favorite ways to relax at home is to sit (and sip!) on our backyard patio. We spend a ton of family time in this space, gathering to chat, read and sometimes play a game or two. We recently transitioned this space to get continued use through the chillier fall and winter months.… Continue reading COZY FALL PATIO
25 FALL DECOR FINDS UNDER $25
Have you wrapped up your fall decorating yet? I’m such a huge fan of this season that I always finish decorating before September begins. If you haven’t seen my fall home tour, you might want to click over for a quick peek for some inspiration. But if you find yourself needing a few more pieces… Continue reading 25 FALL DECOR FINDS UNDER $25
FALL DECORATING IDEAS – HOME TOUR
This will be our third fall season in this home. As we grow into the space and make it more and more ours, I keep thinking that there will come a time when decorating for each new season will be easy because I can just check out pictures from last year and repeat it. But… Continue reading FALL DECORATING IDEAS – HOME TOUR
MODERN FARMHOUSE FOOTBALL MAN CAVE IDEAS
If you’ve seen any of my home tour posts, you know that I have a very particular design style. Most of the rooms in my house rely heavily on neutral basics with strong contrast. I accessorize with modern farmhouse décor. I like to amp up texture through the use of metals, wood, natural fibers and… Continue reading MODERN FARMHOUSE FOOTBALL MAN CAVE IDEAS