holiday home decor

holiday home decor: white stockings on the fireplace
holiday home decor: white Christmas tree with pink and red ornaments
holiday home decor: nutcrackers and Christmas tree
Holiday home decor: Christmas throw pillows and blanket
Holiday porch decor: "Merry" door mat, "Santa, stop here" sign, Christmas tree, reindeer, sleigh
Buffalo check "merry" door mat
Christmas tree Scentsicles

Today we decked the halls, which is our annual after-Thanksgiving tradition. I’ve donated a lot of our old decor and ornaments and added to my collection every year. The house is finally starting to feel cohesive after all this time. I’ve linked every item for your shopping pleasure AND I think you will love the price tags. I typically shop neutral, rustic decor because it fits the vibe of our home.

By the way, the last image featuring the Scentsicles…those are a must-have. You hang them in your tree and your house will smell glorious for days to come. Happy Holidays!

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10 Black + White Halloween Decorating Ideas
10 Black + White Halloween Decorating Ideas

Tonight marks the first full moon of September on the cusp of Autumn equinox. Fitting isn’t it? In fact, they call it a harvest moon. Naturally I took all the preparation this weekend by decorating the house for none other than, HALLOWEEN! This also led me down a dark dark rabbit hole, which usually involves some cyber shopping. As a result, today I bring you 10 of the best black and white halloween decorating ideas!

Dining Room Makeover
Dining Room Makeover

We inherited my parents French, dining room table when we bought the house and it’s one of my favorite pieces. The natural wood and curvature fit perfectly into our formal dining room despite being over 20 years old. They don’t make furniture like this any longer. Along with it, we inherited the formal dining chairs which we repaired and reupholstered as well.

Kitchen refresh, farmhouse chic decor.
Kitchen refresh, farmhouse chic decor.

I’m all about a refresh when I can. Most of our furniture and decor ranges from 8-10 years old. No need for a remodel but sometimes I get the urge to give a corner a bit of a facelift. A fresh coat of paint or some throw pillows make a world of a difference.

Our Master Bedroom Remodel: Part III <the closet>
Our Master Bedroom Remodel: Part III <the closet>

The final installment of our master bedroom remodel is here. In case you missed it, read part I and part II. As you can imagine, these posts are huge labors of love hence the delay in rolling them out quickly. The last chapter of this book is entirely focused on my closet. You see, my husband had the brilliant idea that because I have so much “stuff” that I should utilize an under utilized sitting room in our bedroom. Let me be clear that I never asked for it and my husband is also a genius. Also code for: he really wanted to kick me out of the closet! So this space that had two hand-me-down loveseats and a ton of PR packages piled up began to take shape in our heads…and exactly one year later, it became a thing.

My cozy corner.
My cozy corner.

If you’ve been following along on Instagram, you know that we have hit completion with a couple of home projects. What a relief! Raising two girls has definitely given me the patience required to endure construction commingled with a pandemic. I definitely had my days though!

Winter's Hottest Accessory.
Winter's Hottest Accessory.

If you follow my 101 things i love Facebook page, you know my affinity for a good daily deal. I share one every evening. Or at least I try! (if you're not, like my page to see items ranging from great sweaters to heels) Well today is a special exception because while we might be closing the books on January...we're still in the throws of winter.

3 Practical Gifts for Gifting Season
3 Practical Gifts for Gifting Season

Gift giving has arrived my friends! When I think of the items I use daily, the absolute necessities in life, they are often brilliant inventions that have a practical function in my life. Believe it or not, they aren't shoes or dresses, they're items that help me function as a parent, a host, an entertainer...you know, an overall renaissance woman of sorts. Totally kidding!

Pineapple Express.
Pineapple Express.

This post is coming at you late for a number of reasons - two of which happen to be: 1. I drank a bottle of wine last night (oops! - summer, it's your fault) and 2. this week is off to a nutty start. I feel like everyone just returned from Memorial Day and needs everything...NOW!

An artful approach
An artful approach

What inspires you? Is it the energy you receive after attending a great event? Is it a piece of art? Is it googling inspirational quotes? Is it random acts of kindness? Is it reading a new #girlboss piece on your favorite site?

The Money Pit Series: It's back + we're tackling the master bedroom!
The Money Pit Series: It's back + we're tackling the master bedroom!

Gettin' real with ya folks. Today you're going to see a bunch of "before's." We're nearing the end of our master bedroom renovation so I thought I would give you an update. It's been ages since we took on a huge project. And for good reason...it's a mess and this fashionista can't stand disorder.

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