I’m continuing the house tour today and showing you guys the dining room. [Read more…]
Archives for March 2015
Simple & Rustic Spring Table
With spring upon us and Easter right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to share an example of a simple and easy spring tablescape. I don’t know about you, but if I’m busy planning and preparing a meal, I don’t want to worry about setting an elaborate table – but I do want a pretty space for my guests to enjoy their meal. [Read more…]
House Tour – The Exterior
“I’ve made my house my own. Just like everyone else who came before me made it their own – and that only adds to its beauty.” – designer Ellen Allen [Read more…]
New Living Room Rug
I have always loved the look of jute rugs. They have the natural texture and color that give a room that cozy, casual feel that I adore. Plus they go with everything. [Read more…]
Built-ins for the Entryway
The entryway in our house is really more of a nook. A very tiny nook – if you open the door too far it actually hits the wall across from it. [Read more…]
Style Crush – Joanna Gaines
Do you watch HGTV’s Fixer Upper?
If not, you should! The hosts, Chip and Joanna Gaines, are a husband and wife team that help couples purchase, remodel and redecorate the home of their dreams. Joanna’s style is a perfect blend of rustic farmhouse and refined comfort. I love how she uses lots of white and weathered wood, layered with natural textures and vintage or repurposed finds. [Read more…]
Thoughts on a Chair
It’s no secret that I do not love my sofa. It’s comfortable enough, and has the slipcovered “pottery barn look” I want, but it’s green. And it’s big. [Read more…]
Spring Swap
I am normally a cold weather person, but the recent run of warmer days after a very cold February has me looking forward to the warmer months this year, and the nice weather put me in the mood to brighten things up inside the house. I was short on time so I wanted something that would be simple and quick, but still bring the freshness of spring indoors. [Read more…]