Pillows can change the look of a room without a big expense. Changing a chair of sofa can be expensive, so I prefer to just change the pillows to get a completely new look for a lot less. You can use colorful pillows like those shown above, or you can select pillows that are more […]
THE BEST KITCHEN STYLING TIP
Yes this was the best kitchen styling tip I have found in the last year. I’m getting there. Just indulge me, while I tell my story. It started with a call from the magazine stylist who was preparing my home ready for a magazine photo shoot. She said, “They would love for the dishes in […]
The Decorating Mistake that Cost Me Thousands
Yes there is a decorating mistake that cost me thousands of dollars. Well maybe not a mistake but a decorating decision that is quite costly over the long haul. Let me explain. Like many, my tastes have changed over the years. We’ve had a brown plaid sofa (given to us) a leather sofa, a blue floral […]
Discover 5 Things that Add Elegance Instantly
This is my study. Why don’t you come on it, and have a seat? Would you like a cup of tea? Here are 5 things I added to this room to add simple elegance. Are you ready? 1. Old Bottles These are very old and wavy, and I recommend very old bottles, but even […]
How a Kitchen went from Boring to Amazing
You are going to love this kitchen redo by Cindy from Edith and Evelyn Interiors. You will be amazed at what she did with a builder grade kitchen, turning it into a dream kitchen. Let’s find out how she did it!! Hello Everyone! My name is Cindy and I blog over at Edith and Evelyn […]
Recipe for a Romantic Bedroom
This is my take on a romantic bedroom retreat. You may have seen the bed already HERE. Now I want to show you the entire room. Here’s a little back story. When the guest quarters were finished, we put leftover furniture in here. You know, the stuff I didn’t really want in the house. It all […]
How to Style a Bookcase like a Boss
I had a unique privilege to watch an expert in action. Am I an expert? No, far from it. When Meredith Publishing came to photograph my home for one of their magazines, I got to observe the stylist whipping my home into shape. Let’s talk about how to style a bookcase. This […]
Secret Formula for an Upscale Look in the Kitchen
A note about yesterday’s post. So yesterday I talked about silk flowers, and asked what you thought. I appreciate the two-way conversation. Some readers don’t like silk flowers, and some really do like them. At the end of the day, it’s best to do what works for you. I read all of the comments, and thought there […]
