Sectionals
Something about a sectional just makes me want to cozy up and watch a good movie! In my opinion you either love them or hate them. I think most people consider them to be best in a den or casual...
View ArticleGinnifer's Chic Bungalow
Did you see the feature in January's Elle on actress Ginnifer Goodwin's Hollywood Hills bungalow? I may be biased (because I love her), but I thought her cozy, yet chic spaces were just lovely. This...
View ArticleShaGreen Me.....
sha-green Noun 1. Sharkskin used as a deorative material or, for its natural rough surface of pointed scales, as an abrasive 2. A kind of untanned leather with a rough granulated surface I just...
View ArticleSarah 101
Have you ever caught the show Sarah 101 on HGTV? If not, I highly recommend watching this show. Sarah Richardson works alongside designer Tommy Smythe to reinvent tired spaces into something...
View ArticleResolutions
Like most people, I'm not so great at keeping New Year's resolutions. It's not that I don't have good intentions - I do! Or at least I think I do...with the exception of the three years in a row that...
View ArticleThe Winter Blues (and some green)
Happy Tuesday everyone! How crazy has this weather been lately? One day it is sunny and high 60's and then the next it is below freezing temps. The cold days are really making me dream of spring and...
View ArticleArticle 18
Today I am all about the Barefoot Contessa. The other day I was watching the food network "easy listening television" and Mrs. Ina Garten came on. She is my favorite; I love her. Like, she is in my...
View ArticleDownton Abbey
I know you are probably getting tired of hearing about Downton Abbey but if you have not jumped on the band-wagon, I highly suggest you start. This show films at a little place called Highclere...
View ArticleDaring Design
For as long as I can remember, I have been admiring the work of Kelly Wearstler. I know there are people who are tired of her daring, bright and eclectic interiors, but I am not one of those people....
View ArticleSave, Spend, Splurge: Tie-Neck Blouse
I came across these pics on one of my favorite blogs, and I couldn't help but notice how chic a tie-neck blouse looks under a jacket. I've always loved that a bow blouse adds a feminine touch to any...
View ArticleThe Skinny...
If you are like me, you pin new recipes on Pinterest all the time. If you are also like me, some of the attempts at making these are great and some are epic-Pinterest fails. I love hearing that a...
View ArticleSeattle Chocolates
I have been meaning to do a post on these for a very long time now. I found these special gems over 6 months ago. I ran across them at a furniture boutique in Knoxville, TN. I walked out with a...
View ArticleBlack and White Stripes
This is one of those random posts that starts with an awning from Lowe's and ends with fashion. I'm taking about black and white stripes! I'm on a black and white stripe kick right now. I am in the...
View ArticleBiscuits from Scratch
I'm sure it's no surprise, but there are not many baked goods that I make from scratch. Whether you work full-time or are a full-time mom, I bet most of you are in the same boat. Who has the time?There...
View ArticlePunch of Polka Dots
I am loving that I am seeing spots everywhere- what a fun way to transition from these cold winter days into spring! I love that the traditional black and white pattern is still the most popular,...
View ArticleHolland Williams Photography
I have to take a moment to brag about my friend, Holland Williams. She is a fabulous photographer, whose work speaks for itself. Holland specializes in unique portraits of newborns, babies, children...
View ArticleGirls Star Allison Williams
I was so excited to see HBO Girls Star, Allison Williams gracing the cover of my T&C when it arrived in the mail! I LOVE this show. Let me start by saying it is not for everyone....but if you...
View ArticleSarah's Calligraphy
Today I am proud to share some my little sister's calligraphy work. My sister, Sarah Tate, has recently ventured into the field of calligraphy design to raise money for the mission trips she plans to...
View Article1st Birthday Party
Today I am sharing the recent party I threw for my son's first birthday party. Let me start by saying it is no where near the quality of all these detailed parties I have seen floating all over...
View ArticleGreen Thumb Envy
Maybe it's the warm weather or seeing all the luscious gardens on pinterest. But I definitely am getting the green thumb itch, just a little. I would love to know how to garden and how to keep it up....
View ArticleFurniture Recovery
Hello ladies.... Long time no post, I know. Life has been busy as I am sure you all can understand and relate. With that being said, I wanted to share with you my husband & I have recently...
View ArticleBookcase Makeover
So, as I have stated in the last post, we have recently purchased a home. And, with that home, came bookcases. I can't even begin to express my feelings about styling book cases..... TERRIBLE. I...
View ArticleOld Portraits = Trending
Currently on trend in homes, modern or traditional, are old portraits. Have you seen the look in your current interior publications? I personally love the look. Their faces just hold such a story, I...
View ArticleOld Portrait Continued.....
You know in the last post how I said old portraits were in recent interior publications? Well, I found a few for you to look at today. Please excuse the photo as it was taken by my iphone and is the...
View ArticleKitchen Reno
Good mroning readers.... Just wanted to share with you a couple of things going on in our house today. We decided at the beginning of the year we were going to actually redo the kitchen. It has been...
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