Winter

Cozy Spaces to Keep You Warm

Is it getting colder where you live? Here in the South, it’s been unseasonably warm, but cold weather is on its way! Here are some ways to create cozy spaces to keep you warm when Old Man Winter comes calling. When the temperature drops, I want to pile on blankets and quilts – whether in …

Simple Winter Decor

The holiday decorations have been stowed away and maybe you have decluttered to start fresh for the new year.   This is the perfect time to enjoy some decor for the winter season.  I love to keep it fresh, cozy, and simple in the wake of the holiday chaos.   If you’re in need of some winter …

A Simply Set Table with Wintergreen Elegance

Looking for a simple way to spice up your décor for the holiday season? Our design team is at it again with a brilliant and simple way to create a gorgeous dining room to serve as the backdrop for your festivities all season long. Step 1: Choose a theme Our inspiration for this design comes …

Slow Cooker Masterpieces to Ward Off the Chill

We’re experiencing the coldest January I can remember here in the Southeast.  And my crock pot has been pressed into regular use… it’s the perfect remedy to busy days and the winter chill.  After all, isn’t it amazing to come home after a long cold day and have supper simmering and ready to be enjoyed? …

Everyday Winter Mantel Ideas

With the holidays behind us, trees removed and ornaments packed away, the house can start to look empty and sad. But even though December has passed, you can still create a beautiful mantel vignette as a nod to winter, without a holiday feel. Here are a few ideas to decorate your mantel after the holidays, …

Five Ways to Prepare for the First Day of Winter

It’s almost the first day of winter and, I have to admit, I’m more of a fan of spring than winter. Because of that, I have to steel myself for the cold weather ahead. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and get ready for my five ways to prepare for Old Man Winter. 1. Pile …

Let it Snow with a Frosty Vintage Tablescape

Tis the season for family and friends, and this year the hosting of the festivities fell squarely in my lap!  I lucked out last year as we had just move in to our first home and were still settling in when the holiday season arrived, but this year it is on, and I am ready …

Weekend Project: Quick Steps to Winterizing

Whatever the weather where you are today, the calendar assures us that fall is just a couple weeks away. Fall ushers in the cooler temperatures and with it, this money-saving weekend project: winterizing your home. Knock out a few simple must-dos now before the thermostat drops and you’ll be well on your way to a …