a rustic Valentine message for you & my excuse to decorate

I’ll keep this short and sweet, because we all know that a picture is worth what? 1000 words? If this is true then I get off easy tonight by sharing some photos of my recent play day and a sweet little message. I don’t feel as if I need a reason to decorate but sometimes

a warm rug & some fall primping {home decor}

it’s hard to shop for rugs. so many things to consider. the price, size, colors… then there’s the price, style, and material. you also need to consider the price, durability and the price. and i’m fickle, throw all that into the mix and rug buying turns out to be a real pain…for hubby that is.

Bye-Bye Ugly 80’s Antiqued Brass Chandelier {Weekend Project}

I can’t believe it’s almost been a year since we completely renovated our entry, den and sun room. Where does the time go? Remember my ugly antique brass chandelier hanging right inside my front door.  I didn’t really pay much attention to it until we got things put back together and I began to stage

contrasts & compliments {home decor}

Rich dark colors draw me in.  Do you ever take those home decor “personality” tests? You know the ones where the website presents you with a couple of photos of room decor and style and you chose which one you like the best, then you move to the next set and do the same. In

a late entry into Spring {seasonal decor}

I’m late, I’m late for a very important date.  More like a season.  Spring is here and up until the past Saturday, my home…well small spaces of it, was still wrapped up in a winter blanket.  Warm rustic colors are wonderful in those chilly months following the Christmas season, but since we’ve had green grass

first impressions

After the curb appeal. After the front porch. After the front door comes the entry area. The area where you welcome your guests into your home. This has always been a favorite of mine in home decor. I like to look at photos of pretty entry ways. Some are defined as entry halls, some are

visual aid

I’m on the fence.   I need help so I’m pitching this one out to you. Here’s your chance to speak.  Have your say. Lay it out there. Indecision.  A terrible place to visit. It’s usually not a big deal for me.  Just jump in with both feet and don’t look back…right? You know those words