Styling a bookcase is so easy if you keep just a few things in mind. 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 […]
My Favorite Decorating Details
You can really up your decorating game when you focus on the details. Today I wanted to share a few of my favorite details I like to use in home decor. These are tried and true things I try to add to any home, and I think they will work with most any style home. […]
Meanwhile Back at the Ranch
It’s day 1, 567 of the quantintine or whatever we’re calling it these days. Of course, I’m exaggerating, to make a point, that it’s been a long time. The good news is that I’m not going to talk about it here. Everyone seems to be on edge, which makes it even more important to make […]
My Magical Summer
As this stuff wears on, I am drawn more and more to my porch, where you don’t have to wear a mask, where there is fresh air, and peace. I have been thinking a lot about my grandparents and how they lived. They lived through the depression and WWII. They had ration books, and a […]
Farmhouse Paint Project Reveal
I’m so excited to get our farmhouse painted, and today I’m revealing the new look. The front door previously was a maroon color, so I went the opposite direction with this cerulean blue. I didn’t dislike the colors we used before, but after looking at those colors for 11 years, I was ready for a […]
New French Dishes and the Perfect Loaf of Bread
I left the house this week and went to my favorite antique store. I went to just get out of the house, but just in case, I brought my credit card, because… dishes. Well you never know. Many readers know of my love for dishes, purple (the color) and things made in France. And where […]
Must Know Decorating Tips
Recently we did 2 podcast episodes on our Very Favorite Decorating Tips. I thought you might enjoy all of that information all in one blog post. I suspect you know all of these, but sometimes it’s nice to be reminded of them. I hope you are doing well during these crazy times. I know I […]
Spring Decorating Tips and More
Check out these lovely French country posts today. Designthusiasm | Mixing Old and New in a Seasonal Tablescape Edith and Evelyn Vintage | How to Turn a Salvaged Lamp Into An Antique Candlestick French Country Cottage | 5 Simple Elegant Spring Centerpiece Ideas Maison de Cinq | Five Simple but Chic Decorating Tips for Spring […]
