Happy Friday & Happy New Year! I am finally getting back into the swing of things after our busy holiday season came to an end, kids (& I) returned back to school and we are finally all well again. (Our family came down with mega-colds over Christmas break, and I ended up with a sinus infection, which wasn't too much fun.) It feels good … [Read more...]
The Barn Wood Christmas Box
I have a slight obsession with big red barns - actually, I'm a fan of any ol' barn - but the red ones just sort of hit me right in the soft spot in my heart. I love the feeling you get walking into an old barn, the smell of the old wood, the beauty of the beams above you and the gorgeous light streaming in from all the cracks in the walls. … [Read more...]
Spring Family Room
I'm not sure why, but this year spring seems to be slowing creeping its way back into Wisconsin, and in no hurry whatsoever. You know the sloth from the movie Zootopia? If spring were an animal, it'd totally be that sloth. The cold weather and lack of sunshine is sticking around a little longer than it should be. I decided our family room needed … [Read more...]
Creating a Cozy Family Room for Fall
Hi Friends! I hope you are having a great week so far and getting into the spirit of fall! I simply LOVE this season. Leaves falling from the trees, hot apple cider and the cool, crisp autumn air make my heart go pitter patter. I try to soak it in for all it's worth because before you know it, those first few snowflakes will be falling from the sky … [Read more...]
Ideas for Adding A Fresh Look to Your Home for Spring
I think it's safe to say, spring has sprung 'round these parts. I even saw a robin in my backyard this week which is definitely a sure sign of springtime! A few weeks ago, I couldn't take anymore of the cold and snow...down came the winter decorations I had enjoyed in my home so much after Christmas, and up came the springtime & Easter … [Read more...]
Decking the Halls! A Very Vintage Christmas
Have you all come out of your turkey-comas yet? Believe me, I had no choice but to snap out of mine over the weekend and kick things into high gear with preparing for the holidays, which are now officially in full swing! I've got out-of-town family coming in this week to visit and celebrate an "early Christmas" so I needed to get busy decking the … [Read more...]