If you’ve been a reader for a while, you might recall how I switched out our makeshift “entry” bench (I call it makeshift because technically it’s a part of the dining room) with a small bookcase. Like so: Old entryway   New entryway You see, I have a problem. I am constantly (seriously, my mind […]

The Dollar Tree comes through again! I popped in there the other day to get inspired, and just grabbing a few things, I was able to add some lovey-doveyness to our home. I grabbed this 9 feet heart garland. I played around with it, tried looping it through the chandelier rungs (is that what they’re […]

Those of you who have a TV mounted above your fireplace know the pain that is decorating a mantel, right? You have height limits. Since last year, we’ve moved the TV, and had it mounted several inches higher than it used to be, but still. Can’t exactly go crazy with the decor. And I’ve realized […]

  So I’ve noticed that my Kitchen Beadboard Wallpaper Backsplash Post was generating a TON of spam for some reason – no idea why, but it was driving me batty! I had written the post about a year ago, when I was just beginning the kitchen makeover, and this was one of my favorite transformations. […]

Still doesn’t seem right to post about decorating. I still can’t get Sandy Hook Elementary out of my mind and heart, but I thought maybe we all could use a little distraction, as hard and brief as it is. I have to thank you all for your beautiful comments on Monday’s post. Hearing that my […]

Six years old. Blonde, beautiful, blue eyed little girl. Smiling constantly, always looking for good. The oldest of 3, all born within three years of one another. A motherly sort, always watching out for her little siblings. An artist, who was never without her markers and paper, always ready to draw a picture or make […]

It was a couple Fridays ago. Other than grocery shop, the little guys and I had quite the lazy day. I wasn’t feeling too hot, with my sinusitis flaring up (super fun), and was in my pjs looong before it’s socially acceptable. It was cold and grey outside. The kind of day you just want […]

First off, I have to say a humungous thank you for all your lovely comments about the Christmas Family Room. You all are so very sweet and I’m so happy you love it as much as I do! Now onto the Dining Room! This is our first Christmas with the light and bright makeover, so […]

 The girls came over last week for our monthly craft night. Wine, snacks, friends, and some cute crafts to go home with. Good stuff all around;) This month we made Christmas signs (most of us – there were a couple different projects in the mix). Each person brought a pre-painted piece of wood ready to […]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here! It’s been so fun decorating this year, since the kitchen, dining room, and family room have all gone through HUGE changes since last Christmas. While the kitchen and dining room are more playful (can’t wait to show you – but that’ll have to be a […]