Zen, a state of calm attentiveness. Like many of you, it seems a far cry for me to ever achieve a Zen state in my life. Raised in a family of seven, 5 of them boys, did not leave room…
Our Remodeling Stories: Bringing the Old Back to Life Part 2
Annndddd…. We’re back! This segment of Our Remodeling Stories will be a continuation of the 145 year old home my husband Paul and I remodeled and flipped. In the previous blog post, I told about how we remodeled the back…
Six Simple Steps for Decorating Tiered Trays
I don’t know about you, but I just love the look and versatility of tiered trays. They can be used in any room. I love the various ways you can decorate them and they are functional items as well. Seasonal…
Savoring Spring and Summer: Elevating Entertaining with Charcuterie Boards
With spring in full swing and summer just around the corner, I find myself yearning to host cookouts and gatherings with friends, especially now that we’ve finally completed our deck after 24 years of planning. It’s amazing how much we…
Interior Design Style Tips and Tricks: Using Layering, Focal Points & Vignettes
When decorating your home, there are many interior design style tips and tricks you can use to make a statement. Of course the number one thing you should use is how it makes YOU feel and what YOU like. After…