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A Bright and Happy Farmhouse.
Rustic meets colorful and fun! Love the vibe of this farmhouse spotted on nuevo estilo! xx
Staircases and Martin Luther King Day.
Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. Martin Luther King, Jr. Today we observe Martin Luther King's birthday and that is one of my favorite quotes of his as my own life experiences are a testimony to its truth. I also couldn't...
7 Bookshelves that Show Books Never Go Out of Style.
Bookshelves should have books in them, lots of books. At least that is how I like my bookshelf. Here are 7 bookshelves that are all about books. houseandgarden skona hem google designboom- image © atsushi nakamichi / nacása & partners inc houseandgardenuk-...
I Could’ve Predicted Pantone’s Color of the Year; Greenery.
If you look around my home, you'll immediately notice different variations of one color-GREEN. It's sprinkled in some way in each room of our home, so when Pantone announced greenery as their color for 2017, i was like-i could've predicted that! I mean orange is my...
Baskets in the Kitchen.
Those baskets that you have scattered all over the house and are considering getting rid of (because you're decluttering for the new year), did you ever consider placing them in your kitchen? Just take at look at these examples... They add visual...
The Tribal Aesthetic Trend Up Close.
The tribal aesthetic is still going strong in 2017 and can be seen almost everywhere in fashion and interiors alike. A nod to African design, the tribal aesthetic is rich in colour and patterns, incorporates textural items, masks, and other beautiful hand carved...
Inside the Bold and Beautiful Chinoiserie-filled London Apartment of Hannah Cecil Gurney.
Hannah Cecil Gurney is the director of the amazing wallpaper company, De Gournay and it shows in her apartment. Her beautiful London apartment is brimming with chinoiserie, bold colours, and fine antique furniture pieces. Snow is in the forecast for us this weekend,...
Good Vibes Only.
Happy New Year everyone! Such a blessing to embrace a new year and a fresh start. I intended to pop in before the New Year, but I got caught up enjoying family time and savoring every bit of it. I am not one to make resolutions, but I am big on living your best life...
10 Insanely Fun and Colorful Holiday Decoration Ideas.
I love fun and colorful and these spaces all decked out for the Holidays do not disappoint! Rachel Whiting 13 days until Christmas everyone-soooo excited!! Happy Monday! xx images:...
Holiday Kitchen Decor Inspired by Southern Living December Issue 2016.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Southern Living®. The opinions and text are all mine. The holidays are here and I couldn’t be more excited! It’s my favorite time of year because it embodies a spirit of giving and love, spending time with...
Jonas Ingerstedt Interiors Photography.
There's nothing better that can make a beautifully designed and styled interior shine like a great photographer. I am absolutely smitten with Jonas Ingerstedt photography. Check out some of my faves from his portfolio and you'll see why I am smitten... oh that green...
Do you want a Better Sleep? Add These Houseplants to Your Bedroom.
Since the weather has turned much colder, I had to bring in all my plants and many of them ended up in the bedroom. You know how much I love my plants, but they aren't just for looking pretty. They improve your air quality and can also help to facilitate better...
10 Tips for Hosting an Amazing Friendsgiving.
In the Military community, Friendsgiving is quite popular. It's not uncommon for many Military families to not be able to go home during Thanksgiving, so the next best thing is to host a party and invite your friends which is what I did! Friendsgiving is usually a...
11 Beautiful Bath Tubs that Bring Bath Time Up a Notch.
The other day when we were hit by hurricane Matthew and were without electricity and warm water, I would day dream about taking a long warm bath in my tub. I also vowed to take more baths-you see I am a shower kind of girl and Mama life doesn't always accommodate...