I’ll cut right to the chase. I love it when I get invited to Sharene’s home, because it promises to be a wonderful day filled with delicious food and lots of eye candy. She not only has a lovely home that promises to be decorated tastefully for the holidays, but she also knows a thing or two about how to put a table together, (and
My Project Wish List
September makes my mind wander. Sometimes I dream about the vibrant, richly hued foliage soon to arrive here in New England, kayak excursions during sunset on the lake and walks in the woods with the sound of newly fallen leaves crackling beneath my feet. Oh yeah, baby! Back to reality. Mostly, I’m spending my time in the kitchen making soups, taking advantage of the Fall harvest of
Design Ideas For Small Spaces
It’s no secret there’s been a huge movement toward living with less…less space, less stuff, less clutter. Along with that comes the challenge of how to decorate in a way that’s going to provide you and your family the comfort and convenience you deserve. Surprisingly, there’s very little compromising you need to make when living in a small space, providing you plan accordingly and make
Using Armoires As A Home Office
When we moved to the cabin full time almost two years ago, we had two large armoires we had to leave behind. We had a tag sale and someone gave us a deposit for one of the armoires, but he never came back to pick it up. In a panic, we called a non-profit organization and arranged to donate them along with a few other
Fun and Functional Towel Racks
Is it weird to say I love towel racks? Don’t answer that. I just think they’re so versatile and allow you to be so creative for not much cost or effort. There’s no need to settle for a humdrum towel rack from your local big box store when there are so many cool options out there, and they can add tons of character, enhancing
Decorating With Gold
Gold has always been a decorating favorite for many, but these last few years have brought gold into the spotlight in a big way! Gold is glamorous and sophisticated, and if done right, can elevate a space to rock star status. If done wrong, well, let’s face it…it can be tacky. Living in a rustic log cabin, metallics just don’t quite work for our home,
Decorating With Classic & Stylish Black and White
There is something about black and white that I just love. Maybe it’s the dramatic contrast that appeals to me, or maybe it’s the versatility I love, or maybe it just reminds me of my favorite on-screen couple, Clark Gable and Carole Lombard :). Black and white is forever. It’s timeless. It’s elegant. It’s sophisticated. You can be sure if you choose this color scheme, it will
Romantic Table Settings
I know it sounds sappy, and it’s definitely not a popular sentiment, but Valentine’s Day has always been a special day to me. Fisherman and I usually have a nice dinner, eat way too much (chocolate!) and get each other mushy hallmark cards. I’m a sucker for the romance, and I definitely love an over the top table filled with pretty crystal, fine china and
Adding Color When You Rent
January is a huge month for moving, and sometimes that move means you’re in a rental surrounded by white walls, white ceilings and beige carpet. Been there, done that. You may think you don’t have a lot of options for adding color, but I’m here to show you a few easy, creative, and inexpensive ways to jazz up your rental (or any space for that
Vintage Kitchen Designs
I LOVE retro kitchens. There is just something really, really special about them. But make no mistake…there’s a huge difference between “outdated” and “vintage”. Vintage is an element that calls to mind a positive memory, something that we loved and admired about the past. Outdated…not so much. If you feel the same and you’re looking for interesting designs for your kitchen, try mixing some timeless looks from the