What Southern Women Know has sat tattered on my bed stand for fifteen years. It’s the only book that never leaves my bed stand. True story. It was mid-December seven years ago. I was telling my husband how I knocked his gift out…
Three Ways to Add Extra Magic to Your Disney Vacation
Surprise! Special invitation from Mickey himself! The only thing better than walking down Main Street on your way to the castle is the anticipation building up to the walk itself! Start the magic early with a scavenger hunt leading to…
“One Bite, Recipe Please” French Toast Casserole
It was a no-brainer when it came to posting my first recipe. I needed a one-two punch: something easy, and a GUARANTEED crowd pleaser! Funny background story, we found this recipe more than two decades ago in my little cousin’s elementary school…
A Dinner Party Centerpiece That’ll Keep Your Guests Talking
In all my years of hosting dinner parties, never have I ever had a centerpiece more talked about than this giant wood taper candle holder! Really. When it was time to light the candles just prior to sitting down, our dining table…
Add Some Spark to Your Table This 4th
You’ll soon learn two of my loves: all things holiday and show-stopping tablescapes. So I jump at the chance when I get to combine the two! Here are three simple ways you can add a little spark to your seasonal tablescape. Don’t…
The Kitchen
No doubt you’ve heard these cliches: “The heart of the home is the kitchen,” or “The kitchen sells homes.” It’s because the kitchen is where we congregate. It’s the hub of activity. It’s where we recount our days to one another…
The Living Room
It’s no secret I’m a sucker for neutrals, specifically white! Adding even navy accent pillows seems like “taking a chance” to me :). If you’re a fellow lover of all things neutral, a rule to follow is add texture!! Texture helps…
The Main Floor
No matter what your style: modern, Scandinavian, traditional, French country, or Tuscan, just stay consistent! Continuity allows you and your guests to luxuriate in the warmth and mood that your home commands. It’s always amazed me how a well-appointed home can…
The Guest Room
When our guests arrive to stay a night or perhaps a weekend, it’s the greatest compliment they can give when they say, “Man, I feel like a hotel guest here!” It is them telling us they realize we put thought and…
The Master Bedroom
It’s been a long, busy day, and it’s time to sneak upstairs to bed. Perhaps no better feeling than relaxing into a room that feels more like a retreat! Crisp, clean linens, fluffy pillows, dim lighting and perhaps a comfortable chair to…
Brady’s Room
Brady loves blue, red and brown. He’ll tell you all about it, and he is as loyal as they come. So for his room, we decided to pull in those colors and go with a vintage sports theme. Kind of a nautical…
Alexsia’s Room
My Lexi girl just might be the girliest girl there ever was! I swear. So her room called for pink, florals, and a princess bed! As you can see when touring our home, we love wallpaper. Nothing transports like a beautifully crafted wallpaper. …
