Chalkboard Lettering Tips and Tricks
I feel so inspired this time of year as I begin pulling out my most festive decor in preparation for the hustle and bustle of the holidays. The house begins to take on an entirely different persona. It feels warmer, cozier and more magical! Aside from my regular decorating, an easy and inexpensive update I …
Thank You to Our Veterans
Today is Veterans Day, and Americans take that opportunity to thank our men and women who serve in the Armed Forces. Squeezed in between Halloween and Thanksgiving, it’s easy to overlook this special day. But a little time, effort, and appreciation go a long way towards making our veterans feel appreciated. If you need a …
The Modern Man Cave: No longer Just for Men
Recently as my husband and I were moving into our new home, I was reminded of a post I wrote last summer about “man cave manners.” But first, let me rewind. Matt designed our new house himself, a tedious task that was an absolute dream of his but not for the faint of heart. …
Country Kitchen Décor Ideas
The kitchen is the place to be in my family! All major discussions (good and bad) happen here. It’s the place that homework and craft projects are completed, where neighbors stop in for a visit, and where we all pitch in to whip up family dinner together. Much more than meals are made here—it’s home …
Easy Paint Project
I seriously love a good paint project. Over the years I have tackled the simplest projects with a can of spray paint and some more involved projects that almost did me in. But by far the easiest paint project with the biggest impact was my brick fireplace. I have lived in this house for 19 …
Five Fashion Forward & Frugal Finds
While the words ‘fashion forward’ and ‘frugal’ aren’t typically seen side by side, Mohawk Home and Overstock.com are proving it is possible to have your cake and eat it too… at least in terms of home decor! As flooring accounts for roughly 30% of a room’s color, you can make a serious style statement in …
Do’s and Don’ts of Decorating with Gold
Stainless steel, silver, pewter, and other cool metallics have been hotter than ever over the past several decades, but don’t be fooled…there is no metal in home design that is as glamorous, chic and warm as gold, and it’s making a major comeback! Not sure how to use it in your home? The Mohawk team …
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 …
Bringing the Beach to You: Ocean-Inspired Decor
Every summer, my family heads to the beach. We usually go the first week after school is out and it’s the best way to decompress from a busy school year. But this year we didn’t go, and I’m really missing the beach. I love its colors, its smell, the sand … all of its beauty. …
It’s Mardi Gras Time!
I never missed a Mardi Gras during my four years of college in New Orleans, and even now the sight of purple, gold, and green together brings back fond memories of fun, food, and festivities leading up to Ash Wednesday. Even if you’re not a seasoned Mardi Gras attendee, you can still enjoy the fun …