Pack the Perfect Picnic
I can’t believe it’s almost Labor Day weekend – the unofficial last weekend of summer. I’m not quite ready to let summer go yet, so I’m packing up my family and some food and having a picnic this weekend! Want some ideas for the perfect picnic? Here are some of my favorites: The Italian Job …
Colorful Knobs to Update Your Bath
Does your bathroom need a little color? Want to freshen the look of your bathroom without spending a small fortune? Try changing out your old cabinet knobs for new, colorful knobs like these: Knobs can be ceramic, or made of glass, wood, or metal, and can come in all kinds of colors. These knobs are ceramic. …
Back to School Snack Ideas
Here’s how the conversation usually goes when the kids get off the school bus: Me: “Hi! How was your day?” Kids: “Fine. We’re hungry.” Me: “Well, nice to see you, too. How was your day?” Kids: “Fine. What’s for snack?” You get the idea. My kids are 9 and …
Color Showcase: Green
Green is always a popular color in home decor. It evokes feelings of happiness, calm, and good luck. It reminds us of nature and allows us to bring the outdoors in. Today I’m going to show you some ways to use green in your decor. With a light green, like mint green or sage, you …
The Gourmet Kitchen
When you think about a gourmet kitchen, do you think about a kitchen like this? Or this? Of course, not all of us have that kind of budget! Here are some ways to create a gourmet kitchen in your home without a major renovation. Lighting Good lighting is key in a gourmet kitchen. If you …
Choosing Upholstery Fabric for a Couch
A couch is a key ingredient in a comfortable family or living room. The couch is where everyone congregates to watch TV, takes naps, reads, and hangs out. So, the couch needs to ground the room. How do you choose upholstery for a couch? Today, I’m going to show you some ideas. As a general rule, …
Home Goods for the Pampered Pup
I love my dogs. They sleep on our bed. They get premium dog food and treats (but no pizza!). They are family members like the rest of us. But if you want to kick pet parenting up a notch, check out these home goods for the pampered pup! Of course, the pampered pup needs a …
Ooh La La: The Parisian Bath
Bonjour! When I think of Paris style, I think of elegance. That elegance can take two forms: an elegant simplicity, like in this bath: Or elegant glamour, like in this one: So how can you create a Parisian retreat in your own bath? A clawfoot tub is classic Parisian style. Whether simply finished in all …
Sizzling Meals for the Grill
Grilled meals taste like summer to me. I love cooking outside – enjoying the summer weather and not heating up my kitchen. Also, grilling is usually a quick way to prepare food. Here are some of my favorite things to throw on the grill. I am a big fan of grilled vegetables. Gather some fresh …
Upcycling Using Thrift Store or Flea Market Finds
One of my favorite things to do is go to our local thrift store and find pieces that need some TLC. I love seeing the potential in them and transforming them into something new and beautiful. I’m going to first show you an example of something I upcycled from my local thrift store and then, at …