Winter Tablescapes

Is winter over yet? Unfortunately, I realize that the answer is no. So I might as well share some winter tablescapes with you today! This one incorporates lots of white. Even the nuts used in the topiaries are spray painted white for a snowy effect....

February Prize Give-A-Way!

I found this cute wall hanging from Home Inspirations just for you! It would be great to hang your keys on by the door or as a place to hang necklaces. It's made of wood and is about 8" x 4" with an aged painted finish. Subscribers to my blog are eligible for...

Matte Black is the New Black

I must admit that when I think of high-gloss black, I think cheesy bachelor pad. In the 1980's. Today, the hottest way to play with black is to use remove the gloss - matte black is in. You might just want to go with an accent wall, like here. Think chalkboard...

Solutions for Messy Cords

I'm always on the lookout for cheap fixes to life's little problems. Like cables, lamp cords, and computer wires - ugh! Those necessary little snakes can make the loveliest little office area look messy and unkempt. I've used cable ties and tape to hide and hoist...

Containers That Conquer Clutter

Ok, time for a few more tips for getting your clutter under control. There's just no way around it - you can't make it pretty if you can't get ahold of the clutter. So, pretty containers help! HomeGoods carries pretty fabric-covered containers that match many...

From Trash to Treasure

I recently found some great trash to treasure ideas from Country Living. This vintage metal tole tray was outfitted with a sawtooth hanger and now acts as a magnetic mini-message center. How clever! Custom-cut mirrors were glued into old tennis rackets to add...

Inspired Headboards

Does your bed need a little pick-me-up? Maybe a new headboard would do the trick. Here are some lovely examples of inspired headboards for practically every taste. So, which is your favorite headboard? Mine is definitely that beautiful antique mirror. I never...

A Neo-Traditional Kitchen Make-Over

It's "Before and After" time! This is one of my favorite kitchen updates. It started out nice enough: butter yellow walls, white cabinets and appliances, nice wood breakfast table. But my client wanted more - something updated, clean-lined, and welcoming. She...

Stylish Storage

Good Monday to you! Are you ready to see some stylish storage? Get ready to be inspired to organize! How do you like this fancy little cabinet? It's a simple generic set of drawers that's been dressed up with a fancy stencil. Very clever. This is a little vintage...

Old House Musings

I recently spent some time touring an old home to help determine if it was worth restoring. I'm a sucker for an old house with a story to tell, so I thought I'd share this one with you today. Everything was near original - down to the 1940's paint colors. There...