I herniated a disc in my back two years ago, had surgery six months later and then Covid struck. I could no longer go to the gym and since we barely left the house, I wore mostly leggings. Oh and did … [Read more...]
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Eclectic Home Tour – Sea Roost
They rented a beach house next door for years, and always thought the overgrown set of cottages behind the Oriental Bittersweet and Honeysuckle were so quaint. Built as fishing cabins in the 1940's, … [Read more...]
Picture Perfect Old Snow Covered Houses
What's better than an old house? An old house in the snow! Join me on a walk through my neighborhood to admire houses in the snow. Plus I'm sharing a fun story about a pair of antique Victorian houses … [Read more...]
Home Sweet Home Christmas Home Tour
Welcome to my Home Sweet Home Christmas Home Tour. This is my favorite time of year and each year I always strive to create a unique Christmas home filled with one of a kind decorating ideas (this is … [Read more...]
Eclectic Home Tour – The Cobbler Shop on Concord
Today's Eclectic Home Tour is an 1800's farmhouse that is so full of character and charm. Tour The Cobbler Shop on Concord to see how she uses antiques, rustic finds and a whole lot creativity in her … [Read more...]
It’s Kind to be Crewel
I love crewel art and when I scored my latest vintage piece at the thrift store, I had to find out more about it. This is how I stumbled across Erica Wilson, also known as America's First Lady of … [Read more...]
Adirondack Basket Wreath
A tisket a tasket, a vintage Adirondack basket. See how I made a unique basket wreath for my front door using an old trapper basket. Whether you refer to them as “Adirondack baskets,” “pack baskets,” … [Read more...]
All in All It’s Just Another Basket on the Wall – Basket Gallery Wall Tips
I never met a gallery wall I didn't love but gallery walls don't have to be limited to paintings and photographs. I love unique art and thinking outside the box on what to hang on a wall. It's all … [Read more...]
Don’t Make My Mistake! Why Every Rug Needs a Rug Pad
I didn't think I needed a rug pad but boy was I wrong! I'm sharing why every rug needs a rug pad and the problems I ran into by not using one. If you want to extend the life of your rug and protect … [Read more...]
How to Furnish a College Apartment – Tour My Daughter’s New Place!
Furnishing a first apartment or college apartment does not have to be expensive! I'm excited to give you a tour of my daughter's first college apartment! I'm sharing my tips and tricks for how to … [Read more...]
Why Every Garden Needs a Summer Crush Hydrangea – Planting & Care Tips
I never met a hydrangea I didn't love but I'm especially partial to Summer Crush hydrangea. Their vibrant raspberry red color is so unique that complete strangers stop and gawk as they stroll past my … [Read more...]
My “Crack House” Makeover & New Paint Color Reveal!
"We bought a crack house," my hubby cried! The house had been seriously neglected and we definitely had our work cut out for us when we renovated. I can't believe it's been 10 years since we moved … [Read more...]
5 Rules for Growing Perfect Peonies – and Peony Overload!
It's that magical time of the year ... peony season! Every time I post a peony pic on Instagram or here on my blog, it gets so much love! Today, I'm sharing my 5 Rules for Growing Perfect Peonies so … [Read more...]
Hydrangeas 101 – Choosing, Planting, Growing, Pruning Tips
Hydrangeas scream summer to me! I always get tons of questions about hydrangea care so I thought it would be fun to gather up all the information I have learned over the years (including lots of trial … [Read more...]
Cherry Blossom Spring Mantel & The Story of the Brown Egg!
Spring is the perfect time to get outside and cut some flowering branches to bring inside for a burst of color. My whimsical cherry blossom spring mantel is a mix of old and new. I'm sharing how to … [Read more...]
Why Do People Collect Things and My Long Lost Finial Collection
The best part of cleaning out my hoarders basement is unearthing long forgotten finds! I'm sharing a collection that's been hidden away in a bin for over a decade plus some other favorite things I … [Read more...]
My Epic 50th Birthday Celebration in Costa Rica!
Exactly one year ago today, I was celebrating my 50th birthday in paradise and it was my favorite vacation ever! The combination of an amazing villa with killer views, visits from sloths and monkeys … [Read more...]
Why Everyone Should Commission an Original Piece of Art
If you think original art is only for the wealthy, I'm here to say anyone can own their own meaningful, unique piece of art. I am sharing my thoughts on why everyone should commission an original … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval
Kelly's Stamp of Approval 13 takes us into the miniature world made entirely out of plants and other natural elements, gives an update on the original owner of my vintage silhouette (spoiler alert ... … [Read more...]
Top 10 Posts of 2019
Before I delve into 2020, I thought it would be fun to look back on my 10 most popular posts of 2019. I've been blogging for over eight years and have published more than 1,100 posts (whew!) but I'm … [Read more...]
Top 10 Countdown – Favorite Photos of the Year!
In honor of all of the New Year's Eve countdowns that will take place across the world tonight, I'm doing a different kind of countdown. I thought it would be fun to look back on the year and share my … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval 8
This week in Kelly's Stamp of Approval 8, we will check out some snow covered old homes with major curb appeal including an 1850 farmhouse and two old Victorians (one pink and one blue) built across … [Read more...]
Christmas Chalkboard Art
I love chalkboards! They are perfect for creating unique art that you can change on a whim. Today, I'm sharing some of my favorite Christmas chalkboard art and most of them are so easy to … [Read more...]
Favorite Festive Christmas Decorating Ideas
What's better than house peeping into beautifully decorated homes? House peeping into beautifully decorated Christmas homes! I've come across so many gorgeous homes that are filled with Christmas … [Read more...]
Please Come Home for Christmas Home Tour
Welcome to my Please Come Home for Christmas Home Tour. This is my favorite time of year and each year I strive to create a unique Christmas home filled with one of a kind decorating ideas (this is my … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval 6
This week in Kelly's Stamp of Approval 6 it's time to countdown to Christmas. See how to make an epic charcuterie board that will wow your guests, tips to make old fashioned pomanders that smell … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval
This week, it's all about my girls turning 20 and why it took three years to find out if they were identical or fraternal, my mullet from the past when I helped my sister purge her stuff, a fall porch … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval
This week, I've got some fun things to share. From my fall patio to one of my favorite houses in my neighborhood dressed for fall to a fantastic movie that had me laughing one minute and in tears the … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Stamp of Approval
Last week, I started this new series where I'll share snippets from my week as well as things I use and love. From fall foliage to my must have kitchen gadget (and I hate kitchen gadgets) to having … [Read more...]
Eclectic Home Tour – Grace in My Space
If you love a fresh spin on farmhouse style, vintage finds and DIY renovation ideas, you've come to the right place because today's Eclectic Home Tour features the beautiful home of Grace in My … [Read more...]
Creative Leap Inspiration – City Farmhouse Co
Have you ever followed someone online and thought she or he was the nicest, most genuine person in the world only to find out when you met her in person they were they complete opposite? With eight … [Read more...]
DIY Cloche Ghosts and a Halloween Mantel
See how to style a Boo-tiful Halloween mantel using jars and cloches. My DIY cloche ghosts are a fun way to add a little touch of Halloween to your mantel but they would be equally cute as a … [Read more...]
How to Turn Any Photo into an Oil Painting
If you're like me and have limited art skills, I think you'll love this cool photo editing site. You can take any photo and add different effects to turn your photograph into a masterpiece. It's … [Read more...]
Release Your Inner Artist – 12 Best DIY Painted Pumpkins
So you think you can't paint? I'm here to tell you that yes, you can! These DIY painted pumpkins prove that anyone can paint a pumpkin (they come with step by step instructions).These are some of my … [Read more...]
When Life Hands You Lemons – Why I’ve Been MIA
I like to joke that I turned 50 and fell apart! Who knew trying to stay in shape would end with me in the hospital needing two operations within one week. Back in April, I joined my hubby in the … [Read more...]
52 Weeks of Yes Month 3! Cryotherapy, Broadway, Goat Yoga and an MRI
I'm a quarter of the way through my 52 Weeks of Yes! and I got hit with a major snag! I turned 50 and started falling apart ... literally! I got to experience something that was never on my bucket … [Read more...]
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