HOW TO FIX AN OFF-BALANCE ROOM Sometimes a room feels wonky, but you can’t figure out what is wrong. Everything in the room is lovely on it’s own, but when it’s all together, it just feels off. Sometimes the problem is an off-balance room. Let’s talk about how to spot this problem and how to […]
Updates to Mountain Bedroom
UPDATES TO MOUNTAIN BEDROOM We just added some updates to our mountain bedroom. See the process I go through and how it’s okay if you need to try different arrangements until you find the sweet spot. Before I get to the post, I wanted to remind you the house is available to rent for vacations. […]
Updates to Mountain Living Room
UPDATES TO MOUNTAIN LIVING ROOM Today I’ve revealing before and after photos of our mountain house living room as we improve it slowly but surely. As you probably know we went to our mountain house a few weeks ago. It was so nice to get out of the heat in Houston and escape to the […]
Mountain Breezes and Decorating a Hutch
Decorating a hutch Decorating a hutch can be challenging, but I have a few tips to make it a snap. If you don’t recognize this room, it’s our mountain home, CEDAR RIDGE. It is available for vacation rentals year-round, so please check it out. The views are extraordinary. This is a no-filter picture I took […]
How to choose the Right Size Lamp
Traditionally, the thinking is that lamps should be about 58 to 64 inches from the top of the finial to the floor. So that means that the shorter the table, the taller the lamp should be. That’s not the whole story though. There are other factors to consider. In general, I have a ‘go big […]
Revealing my NEW Rug Designs
I never know where this blog will take me. And let me say upfront, I know I have been blessed by God and by you. It’s all so humbling, knowing it comes as a divine gift and also from your kindness. PLEASE VOTE FOR MY DESIGNS BY LIKING THESE PHOTOS (THE HEART BUTTON) RUG […]
Decorating Ideas for Your Kitchen
Decorating Ideas for Your Kitchen I have been asked for kitchen decorating ideas, so I thought I would throw some ideas out there for your kitchen. I’ve mentioned bread boards before, but it bears repeating. They look great in the kitchen! I found mine mostly at Round Top, but they are becoming mainstream, so they […]
Add Excitement to your Kitchen
This post is sponsored by HERITAGE LACE. All opinions are my own. Sometimes although I love my kitchen, I need a change, nothing big, just a little something to add some excitement. And if you are looking for something that won’t break the bank, then this is for you. I am featuring some charming items […]