The past couple of weeks seem to have flown by!  I apologize for not getting a blog posted last week!

Now, time for a story:

For the past few years my family has decided to go to Tijuana, Mexico with a group of 150ish others during the holidays season.  We go and build h...

When I was getting ready to move into my new house, I decided to save a few bucks on decorating and make my own throw pillows. I already had a bunch of unused pillow forms in the basement, so I used those to stuff the cases I made.  If you don't have any spare pillow f...

Winter is right around the corner and it is time to get ready.  There are the obvious preparations to do like:  clean the gutters, check your heater and make sure your exterior water is turned off and completely drained.  Here are a few things to get your home ready th...

Being a foodie and an interior designer means two things. First, that I love good food that not only tastes good but looks good too. Second, that any holiday is a good reason to try out some new creative recipes. Halloween being no exception.

I will admit, Halloween is...

I came the realization that October is well underway and if I want to decorate I had better get started.  As I was browsing the internet for fresh ideas I stumbled upon an article and just had to share!  I just can't get over how adorable pumpkin decor is getting!  I'v...

Independence Day is just around the corner at only six days away! 

When I think of the Fourth of July I think of a few things:  Fireworks, backyard barbecues, mosquito bites, and of course the American Flag!  The Fourth is more than just a reason to fire up our grills t...

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Two toned kitchens are on my mind.  I love the little pops of color in this grey and white kitchen.

Have a lovely weekend!

Kate

I know it’s a little late to decorate for Christmas with these, but I cannot get enough of these felt ball garland strands!  I found these ones on Etsy.

What is your go to garland?

Photo Credit: GoldenDropsGarland

One of my favorite things to do (especially in the winter) is open the windows while I am doing my housecleaning.  I have heard a few times that it is good for the indoor air quality to let the old out and let in some new.  In fact I have heard that the reason more pe...

My fingers are crossed that I’ll be able to finish the grandkids’ room I’m working on before any grandkids will be sleeping in it next week.  Everything is either ordered or installed.  That is, everything except for the bookshelf.  Which will be amazing!!...