Easy Weeknight Suppers
We’re already back in school here in Georgia, and I’m sure many of you will be soon, too. And with the return to busy weeknights comes the struggle to put a tasty filling supper on the table. I find myself tired of the same dishes and searching for fresh ideas to feed my crowd without …
Color Showcase: Cool Whites
It’s the dog days of summer so what better time to explore some cool white interiors? If you’ve been in the paint aisle lately, you have probably noticed the overwhelming number of paint swatches considered “white.” When you look closely (or maybe even get one up on your walls) you see that not all shades …
Displaying Collections
Are you a collector? Collections are a wonderful way to put your unique signature on your home’s decor. But displaying your treasures can be tricky. Scattering them about can dilute their impact, so the rule of thumb is to keep them together for maximum effect. It’s also easier to appreciate and enjoy your collection when …
10 Sweet and Savory Fruit Dishes
We can’t get enough fruit these days… all of our favorites are at their best right now, so I’m keeping lots of fresh fruit handy and branching out to try new fruit recipes, too. Seasonal fruit has multitudes of health benefits, from vitamins to antioxidants to hydration. There’s no better time to add fruit into …
Lake House Design
Nothing says summertime like a getaway to the lake. Lake times are all about relaxing, enjoying the view and outdoor activities, and time with the people you care about. We are blessed to have family members that share their lake house with us, and we’ve created many memories by the water. So to me, lake …
Carve Out Your “Happy Place”
If you find yourself longing for a little “happy place” to call your own you have come to the right place. Not every home can accommodate separate spaces to which one can retreat, but it is possible to carve out a little space that makes you happy. Here are some creative ideas of just how …
Father’s Day Favorites
One of the things I love about summertime is celebrating Father’s Day! I’m so blessed to have a loving father, father-in-law, and husband that all exemplify fatherhood at its finest. And while Father’s Day is more than just giving gifts to dad, the Father’s Day gift is a wonderful way to honor him. How about …
Color Showcase: Greens for Summer
Sweet summertime! It’s a wonderful opportunity to freshen up your decor for the season and I love to do this with shades of green. Green is a color that can function as a neutral or be a vibrant accent color — and that flexibility makes it a “go to” color year after year, season after …
Inspired Summer Picnic Ideas
Summer is in full swing now that Memorial Day is behind us and I love to plan a picnic before the weather gets too hot to enjoy. Summer picnics are all about tasty foods, simple serving and presentation, and easy transportation and clean up. I rounded up some inspiration to keep your next picnic simple …
Ten Creative Cupcakes to Welcome Summer
Summer is ripe with celebrations of all kinds — wedding showers, end-of-school parties, graduation celebrations, Fourth of July, and pool parties galore. I host more than my fair share of gatherings during this busy season, so spare me the cake cutting! One of my favorite sweet treats to offer my guests when I’m entertaining is a …