Honoring Flag Day
Summertime is always the perfect time to celebrate the red, white, and blue… we begin with Memorial Day, cruise on into Flag Day and then the Fourth of July. Flag Day is often overlooked, so I’m here today to share some ideas for recognizing this day in fun and memorable ways. Whip up some Flag …
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 …
Brag-Worthy Book Nooks
When I think about how I’d like to spend a lazy afternoon, I think about curling up with a good book under a blanket or quilt. From sophisticated adult retreats to playful and cozy kid spaces, I’ve gathered some great ideas for creating a book nook in your home. Here are some brag-worthy book nooks that …
Celebrate National Donut Day!
It’s National Donut Day and what better way to kick off summer than to celebrate all things “donut?” The first Friday each June is designated as a national day of donut celebration, so here we go! Studio DIY Have some fun with the day… host an impromptu donut celebration for your children and friends! Download …
Inspiring Vintage Style
Do you want to add vintage touches to your home, but aren’t sure how? Do you love to go to flea markets, but aren’t sure how to incorporate the treasures you find into your home? Whether you want to add some small vintage touches or go all out, I’ve got some inspiring vintage style ideas …
Making the Most of Your Home’s Natural Light
Natural light not only brightens a space, but it has health benefits as well. Natural light can improve your mood and even give you a boost of energy! So, how do you maximize the benefit of natural lighting in your home? I’ve got some tips for making the most of your home’s natural light. Use …
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 …
Kitchen Decor Trends to Watch
A full-blown kitchen remodel is often out of reach. But a kitchen update is a simpler undertaking and can make a big impact. We all know that trends in decor can shift quickly, but today I’m sharing some for your kitchen that should have some staying power. Two tone cabinets. The colored kitchen cabinet trend …
How to Host a Biscuit Bar
Want a fun and easy idea for a party or brunch? Host a biscuit bar! I love meals like this, because everyone can make something that they will enjoy! For our biscuit bar, I went with a more traditional breakfast spread. I served: Biscuits, of course. To make this meal even easier, use store-bought biscuit …
Five Ways to Make Mother’s Day Memorable
I don’t know about you, but May always seems busier than the month of December. All of the “year end” activities for kids, final exams, graduations just seem to pile it on. And some years Mother’s Day gets a little lost in the shuffle. If that’s the case for you, I’m here to share five …