You know, word around the street is that it takes thirty days in a row of doing something to truly make it a habit . . .or thirty days of NOT doing something to break it.  And the best way you have to hold yourself accountable is a physical way to chart your progress....

As much as we love our new home, there are a few too many rooms (I promise a tour is coming soon!!) with wallpaper that was probably beautiful in its prime, but just is way too dated now.  In fact, I am absolutely in love with the big floral patterns that grace all of...

Ever since I have been a child, I have always appreciated the art of a prettily wrapped present; the bows, the crisp paper, and just a touch of something unique that will make your recipient smile.  A thoughtfully covered gift is almost like an invitation before a part...

The holidays are all about the magic of childhood....those special moments where the excitement is building and there is something to 'ooh' and 'aah' at around every corner.  With all of the candy and cookies and hot cocoa being passed around, why not add some fun to b...

 (from Country Living)

When I first saw this rainbow tree, I'll admit, I thought it was completely off the wall!  I have never been one to stick to red & green with my holiday decorating, but this was just pushing the envelope for me.  Then I started thinking about the...

The holidays are headed our way and it is high time you upped your dining game.  Why not jazz things up with a fresh set of dishes; neutral enough to pair with new linens for spring & summer but fun enough to bring some joy to your holiday dinner party.

Timeless & tempt...

(via Lia Griffith)

I was doing my best to keep my head down in the stores when I passed the holiday aisles boasting with a full stock.  I've attempted to tune out the kids practicing their holiday concert songs and even quickly scrolled past all my favorite bloggers who...

With the holidays fast approaching, there are so many opportunities to host a party.  But we are still at the beginning of November, so why not shake things up and surprise everyone with an off-the-cuff cuisine before you have to stick to all the traditional American f...

I greet you this morning having crawled out from under a two week veil of coughing kids, one ear infection, nebulizer treatments, antibiotics, several bottles of Motrin, and even one bout of some pretty intense pneumonia.  A cross-country move may have brought exciteme...

Become the queen of Halloween this year by hosting a dinner party full of fun & festive touches, without ever having to walk the fine line of becoming cheesy.  Choose an elegant color scheme, stick to a 'vintage' theme full of class, or go glam with a blush pink.  Then...