If you follow Mary Ann, Annie and I on Instagram ( if you don't please do) you saw us go check out the Leanne Ford Collection at Crate and Barrel last week while we were in San Francisco for the Design Influencers Conference. Lauren Liess another fav of mine has a really reasonably priced collection at Bed Bath and Beyond as well. Let's take a look at Leanne Ford for Crate and Barrel and Lauren Liess for Bed Bath and Beyond. Leanne Ford is a former fashion stylist turned designer, ...
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Decorating with Vintage Breadboards
If you follow me on Instagram you know that Steve and I have a bit of a decorative (antique) box obsession. I know the whole vintage breadboard thing is a bit trendy, but I find they can add a bit of texture and earthiness to almost any setting. I love decorating with vintage breadboards and enjoy using them for serving. The large round breadboards were made to transport multiple loaves in and out of the oven and are often made of pine, oak, or maple. Boulangerie breadboards are ...
2020 Design Trends-Why a Collected Look is here to stay
Every year at this time Designers and Tastemakers make their predictions on what the new design trends will be, which of the old ones will get the boot and which are here to stay. I always find it interesting to see how they actually pan out and unfold throughout the year. Let's take a look at the 2020 Design Trends-Why a Collected Look is Here to Stay You might want to check out these links before you throw the baby out with the bathwater. Forbes 12 Design Trends for 2020 Wall ...
Most Popular Blog Posts of 2019
Welcome to my most popular blog posts of 2019. Looking back at what posts appealed to you and which ones did not is extremely helpful to me when I am planning my calendar for next year. This has been a big growth year for my blog thanks to all of you. My email subscriber list has doubled in the last year, and my readership has more than doubled. I am so grateful to all of you for the support. This blog began nine years ago as an Interior Design Blog. As I aged (65!!) I ...
Monday Fall Fun Stuff
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend. We didn't do anything exciting but the weather was lovely here. The nights are cooler but the days are still in the 70's. Today I am all over the map with Monday Fall Fun stuff, enjoy. My daughter posted this picture of little Summer at the Pumpkin Patch over the weekend. My husband and I drive up every other Thursday and babysit for her. We love every minute we spend with her. I am on the ...
How to Develop Your Own Sense of Style
I have been thinking lately about how one's personal decorating style relates to their fashion sense and vice versa. Finding your own style goes much deeper than just decorating. From the clothes you wear to the books you read and the activities you enjoy, style encompasses your entire life. What kind of music do you listen to? Which movies, books, and artists inspire you? Where would you love to travel? Your answers to these questions can help you define your own style. Not sure where to ...
Clever Storage Ideas for a Small Stylish Laundry Room
If your home doesn't have an expansive laundry room with all the bells and whistles no need to worry. With a little creativity you can create a space for everything you need. Thanks to the owner's clever storage ideas and making the most of the space they had available. This lovely home was built in 1938 but is owned by a young couple. We wanted the laundry powder room area to look modern and fresh but still honor the heritage of the home. Check out how this young couple used ...
Thursday Fun Stuff-Great Links & A Favorite Summer Salad
Sorry for being MIA. Last week I picked up baby Summer on Thursday morning. Steve and I had her all to ourselves for two days and then her parents joined us for the long weekend. Needless to say, I enjoyed every minute but didn't get anything else accomplished! Today I am popping in for a quick Thursday Fun Stuff post. I am sharing some fun links and a favorite go-to summer salad of ours. Ina Garten's Panzanella. I make this salad a lot during the height of summer when ...
“Hotlanta” America’s Mart and Scotts Antiques
I have been back a week and I am still brimming with ideas from America's Mart and Scotts Antiques. Atlanta is home to some of the most creative people on earth. Admittedly many of my favorite designers and architects are from the Southeast. When my friend Debra (SG Neva & 5th and State Blog) came out to visit this Spring she asked if I would like to meet her at the America's Mart show. I jumped at the chance. Debra has such a great eye and I knew having her as a ...
