Collecting French Ironstone and More
Today is a special day for me. It's my birthday. I only mention it because as I think about the blessings from the past year, you are there. None of the opportunities I have been given would have happened without very kind readers and listeners. If no one read my blog, nothing would have happened. … [Read More...]
Updates to the Blue Bedroom
I'm so excited to show you the updates to our bedroom. I've been adding color and pattern slowly to the room. I still love my fairly neutral palette, but the blues and pinks go so well with what I had already in the room. I started with a neutral bedspread and neutral curtains, so the new patterns … [Read More...]
Hello January!
As the new year begins, I'm excited for the possibilities. I look forward to a fresh new decade full of wonderful adventures. My wish for you is a beautiful year full of joy and fun. I've been talking about home decor on this blog for almost 9 years, and on the podcast for almost 400 episodes. … [Read More...]
Add Warmth to Your Home
Welcome to the new decade! I hope you had an amazing Christmas and New Year's Day. Mine holidays were fabulous, not because we traveled or did anything extravagant. We didn't. We had a simple Christmas at home. But I've been slowing down to savor and enjoy my life and the slower lane does not … [Read More...]
Your Home After Christmas
I hope you had a fabulous Christmas!! Ours was extra special, as we spent time in the kitchen together, sat by the fire, and played games. We usually have Christmas crackers as part of our Christmas traditions. This year, since we just visited London last month, I decided to incorporate a few more … [Read More...]
My Favorite Things
On the podcast we talk about our crushes all the time, so I thought I would share some of my favorite things with you today before we get to the French Country Friday posts. I've purchased all of the items on this list. If I didn't love it, I'm not sharing it with you. Take a look, since you might … [Read More...]
Country French Christmas Decor
So Christmas is just around the corner. Have you finished your gift shopping yet? I'm almost done! If you are getting ready for guests, you might want to listen to our episode about getting your powder room guest ready. Listen below. Here are some of our favorite Christmas … [Read More...]
It’s Christmas Time
I am enjoying this Christmas season so much! Normally I am scrambling at the last minute to buy gifts, but this year, I have already bought most everything. There are so many activities here in Houston for the holidays. I hope you get out and enjoy the Christmas lights wherever you are! If you … [Read More...]
Silver and Green French Christmas
I've shared so many Christmas tables on my blog over the years, and yet I almost never show a table with my Spode Christmas dishes. These are the dishes we typically use on Christmas day, so today I'm showing you the Spode Christmas dishes on our table the way it will look on Christmas day. If … [Read More...]
Get Ready, Christmas is Coming
At the risk of sounding old, Thanksgiving came really quickly and now it's over. I can't believe Christmas is just around the corner. Enjoy these gorgeous posts!! If you are shopping for new holiday decor, then you need to listen to this episode from this week, where we curate our favorite … [Read More...]
