Our new guest quarters are small as you might imagine, which means the bath is also small. I went simple and elegant in here, while trying to keep the budget tight. The floor is a hex ceramic tile, and we used a subway tile on the wall in the bath. We went with […]
9 Ways to Use Baskets
Until I started writing this post, I didn’t realize just how much I use baskets. If you have stuff you need to organize and you want to do it in an elegant way, baskets are the way to go. I use baskets a lot. The trick is to find really beautiful ones. Vintage and […]
Vintage Pillowcase Curtain
Although most windows in my new home are covered with bamboo shades, for the bathrooms I went in a different direction. Here I want privacy while allowing as much light in as possible, and allowing someone in the room to see out. A café curtain seemed like the perfect solution to me. I really […]
Vintage Chandelier and My Big Fat Mistake
Once upon a time I tried to save money on a chandelier. I bought a very cheap one online. I paid to have it hung. It didn’t look right. I added more crystals. It still didn’t look right. I taunted me every time I walked by it. It seemed to say, “You made a […]
6 Grain Sack Projects
I often wonder if a design trend is a fad or a lasting idea, which brings me to grain sacks. They have been popular now for country decor for many years, and they are here to stay I think. Their popularity may wane, but that old nubby fabric is something you just can’t find in […]
Pillow Talk
I have a warning before I start this post. Here’s the warning first. WARNING: If you want to be depressed or unhappy, DO NOT look at this post. The happy colors and patterns could cause spontaneous happiness. Okay have we lost anyone? I hope not. I mean it looks like spring exploded in my house!! […]
Window Blinds Sources and Information
Many of you have asked about the window treatments in the new house, and I want to share a little bit with you about what went into my decision making process and where you can buy them (if you want your own.) First, I want to announce that I am so honored to be […]
Vintage Dishes and Dianthus
As a child my favorite color was purple. I don’t think about purple much any more, but my daughter who knows the favorite color of my youth always points out anything that’s purple and says, “Look Mom! It’s purple, your favorite color!!” I often say, “Huh? Oh yeah, how cool!” or something equally lame like […]
