Looking for some great Christmas decorating ideas? I’ve been checking out some wonderful blogs and wanted to share some wonderful ideas I found. I thought I would share them with you today (in no particular order.) This bookcase by Cherished Bliss is just lovely. Look at how she added mainly greenery and a few red accents […]
All Through the House Christmas Tour
Welcome to the All Through the House Christmas Tour Well I am continuing my Scottish Christmas theme this year. If you missed the living room Christmas tour, you can find it HERE. The trick for me is to add some Christmas touches without spending too much time or money on the holiday decorating. When the season […]
My Favorite Candlesticks
After visiting Amy Howard at her stunning home a few weeks ago, I’ve been thinking about how beautiful it was. I was particularly struck with the beauty of some antique candlesticks in her home, and that put me on a hunt to find some amazing ones for my home. And that is why this month […]
8 Ways to Use Bottle Brush Trees
Bottle brush trees give your Christmas decor a vintage vibe and I just like them. I don’t know why; I just do. So I thought I would reveal 6 ways I’ve used these trees in my own Christmas decor. In a little house. I guess technically the trees should be outside the house and not […]
When is a Splurge Worth It
This is a question I have been asked and I thought it was a question that many of us have. I wish there was one answer that worked for everyone, but I’m not sure there is. Here’s my take on the issue. Only you know your budget and of course, that is a big factor. […]
My Best 4 Tips for Holiday Tables
This Fall table setting starts with my recent splurge. Yes I have plenty of dishes. I do NOT need any more and yet I made a little purchase a few days ago. This was just a set of a few plates and demitasse cups and saucers. Why did I splurge? Well can you tell […]
Help! My home feels stale and tired!
How many times have I heard this cry for help. Often it’s me talking to myself. Still it’s a valid problem that we all seem to face from time to time. So what do you do when your home feels stale and tired? Paint it? Change out the flooring? Completely renovate the kitchen? Well sure […]
Help My House Feels Like a Junk Shop
“Help, my house feels like a junk shop!” That is what one reader told me, and I get it. I don’t like clutter because it stresses me, so I totally get where she is coming from. And with the Round Top Antique show around the corner, my house is full of boxes and stacks and […]