Curiosity: an object that arouses interest, as by being novel or extraordinary Meet my “table of curiosities.” Instead of brains and bones, I’m displaying some favorite vintage finds. Displayed under glass, these very different objects unite into a beautifully eclectic work of art on my antique wallpaper pasting table. post contains affiliate links…
Warning: BUYING AND SELLING ON FACEBOOK IS ADDICTIVE! I recently joined one of the popular Facebook Buy and Sell Groups that are popping up all over the place and have been loving it! It’s an easy way to sell unwanted stuff to people that live nearby. In one week, I listed a pair of pillows, two…
If you’re searching a rustic wood dining table, this farmhouse table is for you! Update: find a similar round farmhouse dining table here. I love round tables. They makes for easy conversation with everyone. I’ve been dreaming of a warm, rustic, farmhouse style round table for my kitchen for years and finally found this gorgeous farmhouse…
To know me is to know I love World Market. If you’re lucky enough to live near one, you understand. There’s a new World Market in town and to celebrate I’m giving away a $500 World Market gift card so you can shop til you drop (see giveaway and new store Grand Opening info at…
Beautiful patio makeover! See how I transformed my patio with the right outdoor furniture, accessories, plants and flowers. When we renovated our house seven years ago, we added a beautiful blue stone patio. I’ve always envisioned my patio would one day become an outdoor oasis – the perfect place to escape with an ice cold lemonade (margaritas on…
The kitchen is definitely the heart of my home. It’s a work horse – something is always simmering, we eat dinner together most nights and homework is sometimes spread out on the island. There is laughter, good food, friends and memories. There are crumbs, sticky messes and dirty dishes. I wouldn’t have it any other…
World Market and I have been carrying on a love affair for awhile now. We started dating when I lived in Ohio over ten years ago. Then we had a tearful breakup when I moved back to NJ. We happily reunited when World Market opened in NJ – then NY – and now PA! I grew…
I grew up in Bucks County, PA and my family still lives there. So when I heard that Cost Plus World Market was opening in Montgomeryville PA, I jumped for joy. World Market finds fill my house including … this industrial metal cabinet in my dining room, this open shelving unit in my living room, these green…
Since my whole family loves to cook, I like keeping the things we use every day out in the open. No more frantically searching drawers and cabinets for a spatula in the middle of a pancake making marathon. Grab your favorite tray and put those every day items on display in unique containers. My vintage loving cup…
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. I surprised my girls, their grandmom and great aunt with matching sock monkey pajamas! What a sight to see the five of us in head to toe stripes. Maybe I should get all of us (hubby included this time) a set of these fun family pajamas for next…
Did you know that New Jersey has more horses per square mile than any other state! That’s right –Â Jersey isn’t just Snooki and The Real Housewives. We’ve got so much going for us including beautiful beaches, Jersey tomatoes, and now another … Cost Plus World Market. This post contains affiliate links. It’s where…
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m putting on my elastic waist pants and getting ready for my family to arrive for a feast of epic proportions. When we’re done, we’ll fall into turkey comas and then shop til we drop without battling the crowds! I’ve gathered up the best online Black Friday sales at some of my favorite places so we can shop…
It’s just me and my dog Sushi as we stroll around my neighborhood. She loves sniffing everything in her path, licking passers by and finding enormous fallen branches that she tries (unsuccessfully) to drag home. I love the cool fall weather and looking at the gorgeous homes in my neighborhood. Join Sushi and me on our walk…
Ever dream of being on vacation all year long? The lucky person who owns this house is living the dream!  Built by Alex and Cynthia Rice, the married duo behind Old Seagrove Homes – custom homes in the Florida panhandle. Enjoy the tour then come back and tour over 140 more Eclectic Home Tours – there’s truly something for everyone!…
Follow this Paris itinerary for the ultimate vacation to the city of lights! Paris Itinerary 6 Days for the vacation of a lifetime. This in depth travelogue covers the best things to see, do, eat and pack and what to skip in Paris, France. Don’t Miss My Viking River Cruise on the Rhine Review Here…
On All Hallows Eve, I set up two adirondack chairs on my front lawn, fill a big cauldron with candy, dress up Sushi in her costume (she’s a unicorn this year), pour a couple of glasses of wine and sit outside to hand out candy. Inside, my girls hang out with friends and when it gets late,…
The long lazy days of summer have sadly ended and it’s back to the grind. Crazy schedules, chauffeuring kids to and fro, hours of homework, sports practices and events every night of the week … I need a vacation already! To combat the chaos and make sure we have something to look forward to all…
New York, New York, it’s a hell of a town … Broadway, the Empire State Building, Times Square and now Cost Plus World Market. That’s right – World Market is coming to the Big Apple and you’re invited to a grand opening of epic proportions. See what all the buzz is about in this…
If you’re anything like me, you’re a picture taking machine. I love my Canon camera but I’m not a fan of lugging it and all the lenses around with me everywhere I go so I usually rely on my cell phone camera to capture all those special memories. The problem … Being a picture taking machine means running…
Today’s post is brought to you by the letter E. E is for ecstatic. That’s how I feel about this amazing reclaimed wood monogram that was custom made for me by Kathryn of Ava Berry Lane. As soon as it arrived on my doorstep, I ripped open the package and carried the monogram all around the house, upstairs & downstairs…
There are two types of people in the world. Curtain people … and non curtain people. I was always the former and didn’t think anyone or anything could change my mind. But I soon realized that my dining room was lacking something. It needed oomph, pizazz, drama, pattern. Â It needed something to soften the lines…
When we renovated our house, I couldn’t wait to add a mudroom. It’s not huge so I made sure to make sure it had lots of storage – closets instead of cubbies so I could hang all of our coats. Little did I know, way more than coats would be occupying this space. It’s where…
I always think I can’t outdo myself on my next featured Eclectic Home Tour and I always seem to prove myself wrong because each one is more amazing than the next. Today’s tour is truly drool worthy so be sure to take it all in then come back around to check out the more than…
These wall bottle drying rack display ideas are so creative. See how to use unique things to change out the look of your bottle drying rack. I love eclectic style and being able to change the look of my house in an instant. This bottle drying rack means I can hang it once but change…
California Cottage Transformation
2014 What a very good year it’s been. I’m taking a walk down memory lane (actually, I should be jogging to work off all the extra eggnog I’ve been consuming) and re-visiting my Top DIY Projects 2014 … I’m getting fancy and counting down in Spanish in honor of my dad. Diez Thrift shop…
It all started with a ladder. Four Christmases ago, I blinged this ladder out and waited for Santa’s belly to jiggle like jelly as he shouted HO HO HO at the top of his lungs then left extra gifts under my ladder because he thought I was the most creative gal this side of the…
I’ve been decking and trimming and baking and wrapping … My house is holiday ready … even my guest room has gotten a revamp with the most amazing affiiliate vintage-style bed known to man. Remember when I turned my attic guest room into an office? Since I never set foot in there, the dust bunnies were…
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Make Paper Pinwheels
 It’s the most wonderful time of the year … no, it’s not Christmas but it does feel like it because Cost Plus World Market is finally coming to New Jersey! I heart World Market and their unique, affordable selection for home and garden.  I wouldn’t miss the grand opening action and I can’t wait…
I’m feeling very June Cleaver … minus the perfectly coiffed hair, starched apron and wearing heels while vacuuming thing. I’ll definitely be the hostest with the mostest this summer as I liven up my yard with these bold, retro prints of my new oilcloth pillows from Modern June. I am seriously in love. The quality…
WWKD – What Would Kelly Do? You’ll have to wait until tomorrow to find out what I turned this weird thrift shop find that I got in the mail into … and see what another fabulous blogger did with this little ice bucket that I sent her (along with a few other goodies). Trust me,…
I have a deep, dark, shameful secret that I need to confess because I know (or hope!) you won’t judge me. I’ve had the same comforter for 18 years – that’s 6,570 days with a few extra thrown in for leap years. After I walked down the aisle, we bought bedroom furniture from a…
Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth … Happy isn’t quite the right word – it’s more like ecstatic? When a girl’s craft room/home office/mom cave/secret escape continues to take shape, I can’t help…