I remember when I married 25 years ago at age 10 … (just kidding), one of the mainstream home decor trends was everything blue and white. Chinoiserie, Delft pottery, toile, florals, and gingham were all the rage. I absolutely hated it! Navy, deep blues and emerald greens were “so 80’s” and the trend screamed old, traditional, and oh so stiffled…
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As the saying goes, March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. Well it certainly has roared its arrival this past week along the east coast! Spring is here and is starting to look beautiful with new budding trees and blooming bulbs which means it’s time to add a few fresh touches to my home. I’m…
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Hi friends! I have been having fun this week coming up with some new ways to decorate with napkins! If you haven’t noticed already, I really enjoy creating fun and festive tablescapes. Using cloth napkins in new and inventive ways can stretch your decorating dollars. Easter is such a meaningful and joyous time for my family and my faith and…
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Not many of you all know this, but my background and education is in the fine arts and design. I find absolute peace and truth in my love for painting, and yet I admit that I have neglected practicing it for far too long. Art is so personal and can express and capture the essence of a moment, a vista,…
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Hi friends! Hubs and I have escaped to celebrate our 25 wedding anniversary in Negril, Jamaica! While I’m away, basking in the tropical sun, I have asked one of my sweet friends Jessica, from House Full of Summer to guest post for me today! She is a coastal loving girl like myself and is going to share a fun and easy…
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