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 …
Last Chance: Win a Wanderlust Rug and $250 from Mohawk Home
Your secret is out! We know you’ve been busy on Pinterest (even in the wee hours of the morning) looking for fabulous holiday home decor, stylish winter outfits and delicious recipes to try for your upcoming parties, but you may be missing out on something big. Mohawk Home is giving away an area rug from the new Wanderlust collection and …
The Antiquer’s Tablescape
Thanksgiving is almost here! Time to think about setting the table for the holiday meal. Whether you have sentimental family heirlooms or vintage treasures you’ve found, you can incorporate them into your Thanksgiving table decor for a fun, festive look. Here’s how to create “the antiquer’s tablescape” – one that blends old and new for a beautiful …
Eight Ways to Create a Cozy Guest Room
Next week is Thanksgiving and I am hard at work creating a cozy guest room for my out-of-town guests. A chill is in the air and I want my guest space to feel as warm and welcoming as possible! Since I know I’m not alone I’m sharing eight ways to capture that cozy feeling in …
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 …
Decorate a Fall Mantel with Natural Elements
People think of spring as a time for buds and blooms. But I love decorating my home for fall with branches, berries, leaves, and other natural elements. A fireplace mantel is the perfect place to add fall decor. Here are some great ideas for how to decorate a fall mantel with natural elements. Use …
Fall 2016 Color Trend Report: Blue
No matter the shade, Pantone was spot-on when it predicted that blue would be the hottest color of fall. As we glance from the runways to Mohawk Home’s market showrooms, we have to admit, having the blues has never looked so beautiful! Pantone’s ten-shade palette was inspired by “a desire for tranquility, strength, and optimism.” Riverside and Airy Blue are …
Make the Most of Daylight Savings Time Ending
I love that extra hour of sleep that happens when daylight savings time ends! For those of us in states that still follow the “fall back, spring forward” time change, that extra hour is glorious! Here are some ways to make the most of daylight savings time ending this weekend! 1. Enjoy the extra hour …
Front Porch Refreshed for Fall
One my favorite things to refresh for fall is my front porch. It’s the first impression guests have of our home and we are fortunate to have a good sized porch to play with. Last summer I decided to add some furniture out there so we would have a shady spot to sit and enjoy …
Trend Watch: Blue Florals
Have you ever noticed that trends tend to reinvent themselves and come back around years — even decades — later? One such trend to keep an eye on in the months ahead is the resurgence of blue florals. And these are not your blue floral patterns from the 80s! They are fresh, re-imagined, and ready …