When I was first married and raising my family, I made do with the resources I had. Since I was a stay-at-home mom, I had to be creative because we only had one income. So when we moved into our first house, I sewed all the curtains myself. The easiest curtains to make were café...

We’ve had a somewhat cool spring so flower and vegetable planting is off to a slow start. I’m taking time to spruce up the area around the pond and bought a few different varieties of lavender to plant along the shore. I try to add flowers that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Sitting by the...

My daughter is back on the hunt for a new home and it’s been slim pickings in today’s real estate market. Luckily for me, she often asks me to tour the houses with her. I have to confess, the more curb appeal the home has, the more likely we want to see it. Sure, there...

Tucked into the rolling farm and mountain countryside, this cheerful Connecticut country home by Liza Kuhn Interiors proves that collected interiors can feel both deeply personal and wonderfully welcoming. Designed as a place to gather, the home balances antique furnishings and treasured collections with colorful textiles, relaxed seating, and family-friendly spaces that invite guests to...

Soft color palettes and natural wood tones continue to dominate kitchen design, and this stunning sage green kitchen by Kindred Design shows exactly why. With its painted cabinetry, warm wood island, exposed ceiling beams, and sculptural lighting, the space feels both timeless and fresh. The overall design blends modern farmhouse warmth with a clean transitional...

Red is a powerful color that most people tend to shy away from when decorating their homes. Today’s collection of beautiful rooms show how to successfully decorate with red to achieve balance and pleasing results. Yes, you can use red in small spaces, especially when it’s balanced with a good amount of white. A small...

Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to be delighted by this colorful cottage by Orrick and Company dressed in casual style. This is a house I could move in to and not change a thing. There’s plenty of windows and unique details with a fresh, uplifting touch, Photo by Orrick & Company  ...

Today’s edition of Style Showcase includes plenty of nature-inspired ideas for you. From my earthy vignettes to Rhoda’s decoupaged oyster shells, you’re sure to find something you love. Town and Country Living | Create Earthy Vignettes See my ideas for creating vignettes around your home with an organic vibe. Hint – it involves plants and...