Serena and Lily is a tried and true favorite of mine, and since they're having a 20% off sale until May 31 with the code GOFORIT, I've been making a wishlist of beachy summer decor wants for the house. Their design style has a coastal vibe with killer texture which is perfect if you love rattan and cane furniture like I do. BTDubs, in cas[...]
Today's round-up is all about the best outdoor patio furniture and where you can buy it online. I'm sharing everything from high-end luxury to affordable outdoor furniture and everything in between. The other weekend, Chicago almost hit 80º which meant The Boy and I cleaned up outside. While he hosed down the garage, I was out back scrub[...]
A few weeks back, JCPenney challenged me to create a tablescape for Easter that was not overly bunny-themed. I shared it on Instagram and people went bananas for the bunny napkin folding tutorial. Don't worry, I uploaded the full video to my YouTube channel and embedded it below in this post. By using my everyday dinnerware and jazzing it[...]
It's been a hot minute since I've written a fireplace renovation update. Yes, I could blame it on being busy and the holidays, but really, my lack of enthusiasm was due to my choice of paint. That deep saturated blue-gray Farrow & Ball DeNimes paint paired with the honed limestone fireplace reminded me of prison walls or better yet, a[...]
If you're looking to buy the best faux plants that look real - you've hit the jackpot. Time and time again I'm asked, "Is that plant real? How did you care for it?" Each and every time I can't help but chuckle. As soon as I reveal they're fake, I get a, "SHUT UP!" which I love because it wasn't too long ago that designers would crinkle[...]
Finding design inspiration isn't easy unless you know where to look. I get frustrated with Pinterest searches, so I turn to tangible items like interior design books (see my always up-to-date Amazon list of favorites here) and home decor magazines. Reverting back to paper is comforting and familiar – added bonus – my time is spent dev[...]
Every time I see a beautiful rug in a kitchen or with a dog, I can't help but question the homeowner's sanity. Why ruin an expensive rug? I mean, we spill...a lot...especially now that my kiddos are learning to cook. Zoe dropped a pot of spaghetti sauce the other day. My son spilled melted butter all over the floor (and the dog). But I ge[...]
The latest upholstery project really pushed me out of my comfort zone, especially the bold rust fabric on the vintage Alky chair. Although all that color and pattern was nerve-racking, I was so happy with how the chairs transformed the room. Keeping that same frame of mind for the modern fireplace makeover, I've decided that since this is[...]
Well, it just so happens that the surround and stone for the modern fireplace makeover arrive at the same time as the One Room Challenge began, You know what that means? I'm jumping in baby! The last time I participated, I was an ORC featured designer and had so much fun. Why not do it again, am I right? The '80s style brick has al[...]