Hi All. I have been on the hunt for a great fall/winter candle that can span the entire season. Scent is very personal. I lean toward a citrusy, fresh-smelling candle year-round, but would like an earthier, woodsy type that will last through the winter. I am not looking for something that smells like pumpkin or is overtly Christmas. I know it’s a challenge. Do you have a signature scent that you like, or do you need a little help in that department? Let’s take a look at ...
How to Wear Leather After 50
If you don’t have any leather or faux leather, maybe it’s time to add a piece to your wardrobe. It is timeless, modern, and youthful. How to pull it off without looking like you are trying too hard? Some say to dress well in your 50's and 60's one should dress more simply. I agree with this concept to a point, but there is nothing wrong with showing a little attitude in one item while paring down the rest. How about a leather jacket, or skirt, or a pair of faux leather pants. Let's ...
A HearTwarming Story and More
Happy Sunday Everyone it is time for our Sunday Favorites. As always, I am joining Annie and Mary Ann. Please join me for A Heart Warming Story and more. A HEARTWARMING STORY AND MORE JANE PAULEY'S INTERVIEW WITH JOHN MELLENCAMP I really enjoyed this interview Jane Pauley had with John Mellencamp Jane and John are both natives of Indiana. John still has a home there. M ELLE DESIGN ON INSTAGRAM I love the mother-daughter design team from Southern California's work. Do you follow ...
Natural Collected Fall Home Tour
Happy Thursday Everyone. Today I am joining Annie, and Mary Ann and a great group of home decor bloggers for our fall cozy home tour. Come join me for my Natural Collected Fall Home Tour. There is no need to go out and purchase a bunch of decor that is holiday specific. Try and repurpose what you have. Try to look at your existing decor with a new eye. We have a lot of antique and vintage items. They can be easily repurposed and reused for a unique "new" look. I added a few new pillow ...
Lauren Liess Yummy Cookies & More
Happy Sunday everyone and welcome to our Sunday Favorites where I join Annie and Mary Ann with our favorite weekly tidbits. Let's take a look at Lauren Liess Yummy Cookies and More. BEAUTIFUL LAUREN LIESS PROJECT AND HER NEW BOOK Lauren's work is always distinctive and every project is different. I have her new book in my Amazon cart. I have every one of her books and have given them as gifts. I am sure this one coming out in October will not dissappoint either. I love this project ...
Ageless Style Kelly Grace Swift
I popped into our local Anthropologie recently and spotted this cute bubbly blonde. She asked if I needed any help. As usual, I was in a big hurry to grab a few things for a photo shoot. I thought to myself oh no she is one of those annoying well-intentioned salespeople who keep bringing me things to try on when I don't have much time. I explained to her that I was a blogger and time was at a premium. She obviously checked out the blog. The next time I came in (also in a hurry), she quickly ...
Fall Pillow Refresh and Favorite Sources
Next week Annie, Mary Ann, and I are doing a Project Design Post called "Cozy Home". I will be sharing my fall living room pillow refresh and some other fall decor in my home. As promised in my post "Simple Ways to add Fall to Your Home"I am sharing the pillows I will be using some I already own and a few new ones that I am adding. Today I am sharing my Fall Pillow Refresh and Favorite Sources. The Splurge on this project will be these gorgeous throws from Bloomist from Libeco Linen. ...
A BEAUTIFUL MICHIGAN HOME POLENTA & MORE
Happy Sunday Everyone, today I am joining my pals Annie and Mary Ann and we are sharing our Sunday favorites. Let's take a look at a Beautiful Michigan Home Polenta and More. BON APPETIT POLENTA WITH ROASTED MUSHROOMS AND THYME This is one of my favorite recipes once the weather turns cool. I like it because it takes the work out of stirring and stirring the polenta by making it in the oven. We have a great purveyor of local mushrooms at the Salinas Farmers Market. Next week I am grabbing ...
Fall Fashion the Knitwear Trend
Welcome to our seasonal fashion edit. Today Mary Ann, Annie, and I are joined by our friends Brenda from 1010 Park Place, Jennifer from a Well Styled Life, and Susan from Une Femme d' un Certain Age. I always enjoy reading what the latest trends are, even though many don't apply to those of us over 50. There are always a few that I am interested in. This year I love the idea of tailored blazers in plaids and leathers and the knitwear trend. Let's take a look at the fall fashion the knitwear ...
