It just dawned on me that I didn't share here on the blog that our home was featured on Design Sponge last week. I blab so much on Instagram that sometimes I forget to make sure I keep you all in the loop too since not everyone is on...
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Colorful Halloween and Fall Touches at Our Home.
We are not the Spooky type when it comes to decorating for Halloween. I go for not so spooky and fun. Last year, I was inspired by Monster doors I saw on Pinterest and turned our door into a monster. The boys and the children in the neighborhood loved it, so, guess...
Checking In.
Blogging has slowed down a bit the past few weeks because well, life happens. Yesterday, we celebrated Ian's 4th birthday. Can you believe that? I feel like it was just yesterday that I was showing you my baby bump. Hopefully regular blogging...
Carpet One Giveaway Winner!
Chosen via random.org is Carol Sue. Congratulations Carol! I will be contacting you shortly. Thank you to everyone who entered and a big thank you to Carpet One for sponsoring such a wonderful giveaway and for such a great cause!
A Modern Restoration in Vicenza, Italy.
This is such a delightful restoration. I love how bright and airy it is! Almost 1300 square feet, the home features, white exposed beams, bright white walls, and modern furniture. We used to live in Vicenza too and those floors are definitely very popular there. So...
What Wine Region of the World is My Wine From? and Wine Folly Book Review.
Wine is one word that gets used here quite a bit. It's a must have whenever I am entertaining and whenever I need to unwind from the stresses of life. In fact, we never run out wine. Never. I have so many fond memories that involve wine. Like that time when we were in...
Dark and Lovely: Inspired by Viola Davis.
Did you watch the Emmy's yesterday? I've always been a fan of Viola Davis and I am so thrilled that she won! She is an inspiration and this dark and lovely post was inspired by her... design4interior Congratulations Viola on your well deserved win!{images:...
Adding Zen with Luludi Living Art.
Zen to me means being present, slowing down, and fully absorbing my surrounding and experiences as they happen. I was delighted when I was asked to review one of the lovely living art products from Luludi Living Art because I love their green approach to creating and...
Autumn is in the Air and a Winner.
First big congrats to HilLesha O'Nan is our giveaway winner! I will be in touch shortly. Thank you to everyone who entered!! Now about this overnight weather change...I went to bed and it was Summer and when I woke up, I was greeted with a...
The Quintessential French Home.
This home embodies the quintessential French essence. Located on the French island of Ré: it is the perfect getaway spot. Once a convent, this 17th century home was given a modern facelift on the inside. The homeowners kept the original facade to uphold its history....
I Love My Plants!
It's no secret that plants not only make a great addition to your home, but they are also great for the air! Plants are a great tool for interior designers and homeowners to use creatively and the fact that they are relatively inexpensive make them even more...
Mr. Mccall’s Fine Fragrances Giveaway!
This image with fresh flowers in all their prettiness is one of the lovely images that will probably be conjured up in your minds after inhaling the fragrances from Mr. Mccall's Fine Fragrances fragrance line. Tyler McCall is the lovely owner behind Mr. Mccall's Fine...
Decorating a Guest Bathroom.
Although a guest bathroom doesn't have to be as large as the main bathroom and may be used less often, doesn't mean that you are going to skimp on style. If you love color, continue the trend in your guest bathroom. That pop of pink in the above space makes all the...
Jessica Helgerson’s Tiny House.
Interior Designer, Jessica Helgerson has been living in this ingenious and sustainable tiny house with her family for the last several years. It sits on a five-acre property on Sauvie Island, an agricultural island on the Columbia River 15 minutes north of Portland,...
Ian’s Updated Bedroom.
Ian's room update took a back-burner for a while because he actually wasn't using it for sleep. a throwback picIn fact, once he figured out how to climb out the crib when he was younger, his sleep pattern deteriorated. He refused to take naps in and would just climb...