It’s French Country Friday, and today is a fun day for me. I get to join some of my French Country blogger friends, and share one of my very favorite blog posts with you. Today I’m talking teapots. Are you coming to Round Top this fall? I hope to see you there! French […]
When Should you Reupholster a Chair
I usually pay no attention to the fabric on chairs I buy because I know I can change that out easily. Oh I’m not that handy, but I know people who are. If you don’t like doing upholstery yourself, I highly recommend that you ask around to find a good place that is not too expensive […]
How to Use Old Frames
Old frames are part of my secret sauce for a gorgeous room. I mean they are stunning and add so much detail to a space. So I thought I would talk about how to use them. They are so beautiful you can use them in so many ways. Here I layered two old frames […]
French Bedroom Reveal
I left you at this version of the farmhouse bedroom. It was in transition to a decidedly French bedroom. I know, I know the wall doesn’t look quite right, but I love, love the mirror here. So I knew that I had to add something if I wanted to keep the mirror here. […]
3 More Grain Sack Projects
I know some people are over grain sacks, but I don’t think my love of these vintage fabrics will ever go away. They are so full of texture, they wear well, and have quite a history. I love their simplicity and humble origins. There were, of course, used by families to transport grains to […]
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 […]
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 […]
What Rich People Know about Decorating
Yes you heard that right – what rich people know about decorating. What do they know? They know that antiques give a room depth, richness, and a soul. They know that antiques give a room something – class. Even though antiques by definition are old, I’m amazed at how something so old can give a […]
