10 Yard Sale Tips to Discover Hidden Home Decor Treasures
I discovered one of the best yard sale finds ever? When I opened the lid I discovered a treasure trove of vintage finds. A while back I mentioned “collect calling” to the twins and they stared at me blankly. Collect calls? You know—I told them. A long time ago when you went into a phone booth and didn’t have any...
The Ultimate Rug Buying Guide: How to Choose the Perfect Rug for Any Room
A rug can instantly define a space — but choosing the right one isn’t always easy. //. these linen euro shams //. this ruffled gingham bedding //. these striped pillows //This is a whole post about where we started and where we are going and how sometimes without warning?You pivot right in the middle of a design plan.If you are...
7 Expert Tricks to Make Faux Greenery Look Lifelike in Your Home
Faux greenery is trending — and with a few tricks, no one will ever know it’s not real.”Looking for realistic faux greenery? Here are some amazing tips to make it look so real, you might forget and water them.// faux greenery branches // white flower branches (similar) //In my never-ending quest to summerfy the house, I’ve been searching for realistic...
How to Keep Your Plants Watered While You’re Away: 8 Vacation-Proof Hacks
Heading out of town but worried about your plants? With the right tricks, they’ll thrive while you relax.”Wondering how to keep plants watered while on vacation? I struggled with this until I found the perfect solution. Here’s my best secret.It’s that time of year again.Dipladenia time.My favorite plants that I share with you every year that last forever and bloom...
TIPS 11 Best Packing Tips To Travel Light
Looking for tips on how to save space when packing for your next trip? Here are 11 of the best packing tips to travel light.// striped sweater (similar) // linen skirt with slit // gold medallion shoes //Two quick things before I chat about packing.1. Happy birthday, Denton. You are the most amazing son on this planet, and I love...
TIPS How To Get Stains Out Of a Rug
Looking for my best secret to get stains out of a rug? Here’s what I used to keep all my upholstery and area rugs and carpets clean.Come a little bit closer my wonderful friend because we are keeping it real here today.See this stain?Can we still be friends if I tell you that I’ve walked past it on the stairs...
DIYs Thistlekeeping
Random thoughts on a sunny summer Saturday morning:1. Did you know today is the longest day of the year?Yikes.2. It’s official. We are headed back to the Cape and listening to books in the car along the way. We just finished The Woman in the Window (which apparently everyone else has read/watched the movie except me).It starts a little slow,...
TIPS 15 Amazon Items I Would Never Pay Full Price For
TIPS 15 Amazon Items I Would Never Pay Full Price For 17 Comments // pink and red ric rack dress (on sale today) // pink bow shoes // more affordable pink bow shoes // Before I get started on this post, I wanted to answer the sweet emails and messages so many of you sent me about the flooding in Texas. My. Heart. Is....
FASHION 17 Summer Fashion Finds
FASHION 17 Summer Fashion Finds 13 Comments // pink embroidered lobster dress // green shirt with tiny golfers // I may or may not have mentioned it before, but I love reality television. I watch it all. The Real Housewives of Everywhere. Survivor. Amazing Race. And one of my favorites that I’ve watched for years, Southern Charm. Have you ever...
7 Stylish Ways to Decorate a Dough Bowl for Any Season
Dough bowls aren't just for baking — they make a stunning centerpiece for any room.Looking for simple ideas on how to decorate a dough bowl? Here are several ideas to decorate throughout the year. I have a giant dough bowl that makes its way around the house.Affectionately called the rowboat by my husband.I adore it and it gets on...