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5 Small Shops to Consider

Hi, hello, it's been awhile.  I don't have much of an excuse except we are just PLAIN BUSY, which leads to pure exhaustion.  It's all good busy though!  We have 2 playing ball, so many nights and weekends are dedicated to cheering from the stands. With Halloween behind us, I can hear jingle bells approaching fast and furious! Where did October go, seriously?  Anywho, Christmas jingle will be heard all around very soon, and I want to share 5 small shops for you to consider while you are ... View Post

Kilz Brand / HGTVmag Weekend Recap – Everything you need to know about the new Magnolia Paint Line

Rain or shine, us Midwesterners sure know how to go with the flow don't we?  Relentless mist and even a few downpours couldn't stop the Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival in Highwood IL., from taking place this past weekend.  I was lucky enough to be invited to this event by KILZ Brand, and it turned out to be frightfully delightful ;). Highlights of the event included: Pumpkin carving station - talk about a whole lot of pumpkins! HGTV tiny house tour DIY pumpkin painting put on by KILZ ... View Post

Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival with HGTV Magazine!

Friends!  I have an exciting event to share with you!  I have been invited to attend the Frightfully DELIGHTFUL Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival in Highwood, Illinois, sponsored by Kilz Brand and HGTV Magazine on October 6th.   ... View Post

Early Outdoor Fall Tablescape

While the weather is having trouble making up it's mind, I'm over here in full on fall mode creating outdoor fall tablescape.  Since photographing this, I have decorated several more that I will share soon ;) Give me a little taste of cooler evenings and I'm breaking out the flannels and refusing to look back.  Don't get me wrong, I'm not ready for anything cooler than 50º, but I sure am glad the ninety degree temps have moved on out! Outdoor Fall Tablescape A few weeks ago my husband, Glenn, ... View Post

Teenage Bedroom Makeover – College Dorm Inspo

I assure you I'm not trying to hurry these remaining years with Mikayla at home.  I know the title of this post may seem contrary, but believe me my grip is strong.  Truth of the matter is, she is growing up and instead of trying to stunt her, I'm doing my best to celebrate each new season along side her. One way to demonstrate my enthusiasm was to full-fill her desire of a teenage bedroom makeover. ... View Post

Move Over, Neutral – Rich Jewel Tones for Fall

Hello, and welcome old and new friends! I'm so happy you have hopped over.  When September arrives, my Fall game is strong!  Truth be told, I pulled out a few velvet pumpkins mid August. No shame. I haven't gone all out yet, but I'm excited to share how I incorporated rich jewel tones into my early Fall decor. If you have been following me for awhile, then you are already aware of my Hot Skwash Velvet Pumpkin obsession.  I started growing my collection 3 years ago, and they will be ... View Post

Charming Questions/Simple Answers – Pink Pineapple

Where can I find that pink pineapple?! That's the #1 question each and every time I post a photo of my home office.  My answer is always the truth, TJ Maxx.  But you know how it is shopping at TJ Maxx, Homegoods, and Marshalls... what you see one day may not be available the next.  It can be a rat race at times trying to source decor found at these places.   I have learned that I better just purchase an item if I'm on the fence when visiting these stores, because 9 times out of ... View Post

Charming Questions/Simple Answers – Paint Colors

Paint Colors This week's question and answer session is in regards to the most frequent question I receive... "What color of paint is that on your walls?"  So, naturally, I figured writing a blog post highlighting my paint colors would serve a good purpose. Kitchen/Laundry/Pantry Let's start in the heart of this home, which is our kitchen.  It isn't anything grand, and yet it's where everyone gathers.  After I chose to brighten everything up a few years back, I have been plum tickled with ... View Post

New Bedroom Design – Mood Board

Hey friends! I hope you are doing well and enjoying these last few weeks of summer. I've already started pulling out my velvet pumpkins to begin planning all things warm and cozy.  My mind is in constant creative motion, and I'm most at ease when I can make a change using things I already have. However, I also spend time scheming up designs by scouring new pieces from my favorite places to shop. Today, I am sharing a mood board creating a whole new bedroom design. I've receive a lot of ... View Post

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