The Holidays are Here (Fine. But Will THIS Be the …
Santa’s still waterskiing, sipping lemonade, and not even close to makin’ his list, but Pinterest whispers: BABYGURL, it’s almost sugar plum fairy time. So today,…
Random Summer Crafts, Quotes & Heart Talk
Summer Crafts, Quotes & Heart Talk inevitably gets random just like real life. It has been a rough couple of days. Life keeps moving. Death…
Personal Reflections on Ethereal European Country Interiors
While throngs of timeless interior design lovers study wallpaper patterns, deep moody paint colors, and dark cabinetry, my heart swells for neutrals. Is it the…
Shop My Home: Hello Lovely Modern French!
Eight years ago, we left our French country manse to take on a neglected fixer upper across town. We gutted and renovated that home ourselves,…
Benjamin Moore OC-151: Classic & Clean White for Walls and Trim!
Need an idea for a cool, bright white paint for walls, trim, or even ceilings? Sometimes we simply need a place to start with plenty…
Spiritual Lessons I Continue to Learn As We Renovate
These spiritual lessons I keep learning along the way during our renovations have not been the easiest, and most were not pleasant to experience. After…
Country Kitchen Sink Inspiration (Plus Encouragement Quotes) for Romantic Design …
It isn’t an easy design element to add after the fact, but if there’s a new build or remodel in your future, maybe this country…
Love High End Bargains? This Frugalista is Spilling the Tea!
In this economy, it is trickier to locate thrifty finds for home. If you love a quality, high-end look, hearing about my thrifty approach may…
Nordic French Interior Mood & the Mysterious Snowy Wonder of it …
The morning is quiet, and I’m a little sore from painting yesterday, but since it’s the only workout I get these days, it’s all good.…
Quieter, Gentler, European Country Color Stories
Quieter, Gentler, European Country Color Stories highlights a collection of dreamy interiors to inspire. Many feature rustic details, all are gently elegant, and a lovely…
Elegant Yet Unfussy European Country Living Rooms & Ingredients
One of the things I love about the living room in the new house is how it is unfussy, casual, and a cozy spot to…
How to Warm Up a Chilly White Kitchen?
Sometimes a kitchen with expanses of white can feel a bit too flat or sterile. These strategies for how to warm up a chilly white…
