I love beautiful lace. Sadly it is difficult to find NEW beautiful lace. That is why I am so loving this new beautiful Downton Abbey lace collection from my partner Heritage Lace. These lace panels are so elegant and remind me of times gone by. This is the type of quality workmanship I usually only […]
Get a New Look Using Vintage Decor
There is something soothing about using vintage decor. I love the look of something that has been around for awhile, and I like to imagine what the original owners using the item. But there’s lot more reasons to use old things in decor. For one thing you are saving an item from […]
4 Unusual Ways to use Everyday Objects
I love these ideas because, A. They are simple and easy, and B. they are using things in unexpected ways. C. The items used are simple everyday objects that are easy to find, that you probably already have. I think you’ll like them too. 1. Use tiles for trivets. I had some tiles left […]
French Inspired Collections – Silverware
Welcome to the second installment of Country French Design, a monthly multi-blog event. Today’s topic is French inspired Collections. I love collections of old things, and perhaps my favorite thing to collect is vintage silverware. Vintage silverware has a French feel to me, even if the silverware isn’t actually from France. But when […]
Another Fabulous New Kitchen
Can you imagine having this view from your kitchen? I know one happy couple that does. On the other side of the fireplace is the living room. I love this two-way fireplace! Of course they selected a farmhouse sink similar to mine. Good choice!! The island is painted a gray to […]
Gray French Antique Cabinet
Some of you thought I was ‘cray cray’ when I sold a piece that was in my study, but I can assure you I am still in control of my faculties. Really. It’s just that I fell in love with this really old, old French gray cabinet. It’s very old and I love the […]
Spring Tablescape
I know most people seem to entertain around Christmas, but my very favorite time to give a party is the spring-time. I feel a lot of pressure to have the house all done up for the holidays in December, but the spring seems like a low-pressure time to have friends over. A few vintage dishes, […]
Easter is here
I hope you are having a joy-filled Easter! On this special day I thought I would share a gorgeous work of art with you from my friend and artist Linda Shobe. You have probably guessed the significance of the painting, but let me share with you what Linda said about it. This piece is […]