I hate to admit it, but my dining room table typically functions as a dumping ground... for school projects in process, gifts that need wrapping and/or mailing, items that need a landing strip before being put away. I know-- not very stylish or organized! But several times a year, I get the urge to make my dining room look like... well, a dining room. A clean, quiet, decorated dining room.I was thrilled when my new mercury glass candleholders … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Vignette
February 4, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
So you know that I am not the kind of girl that decorates for every holiday, right? I am a seasonal decor gal-- much simpler that way! All over the blogosphere, uber-talented home bloggers have been posting Valentine's Day crafts and decor...I admit: I've enjoyed looking. But I will do no more than my perfunctory nod to the day, so I thought I'd share some tips on keeping it simple for yourselves.Add a few touches of … [Read more...]
Sofa Re-Do: Lightening Up
January 26, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
This update has made such a difference in brightening up my family room! And it was simple and inexpensive to do.Here was my sofa this fall and over the holidays:You can see-- it's a lovely chocolate suede but... it's A LOT of BROWN.So I went on a mission for lighter and brighter pillows and throws-- on a budget of course! And here is the after:Here's what I did-- swapped out the largest dark brown throw pillows that came with the … [Read more...]
And the Winners Are….
January 18, 2011 by · 1 Comment
Congrats to Tracy Suzanne, CT Mom, and Dee!! Check your email for instructions regarding winning our new Hawthorne Hurricane.Thanks to all who entered and welcome to our new followers! This is just the first of several giveaways coming your way in 2011. I appreciate your readership and thoughtful comments more than you know!Enjoy, ladies! … [Read more...]
Winter Mantle Makeover
January 11, 2011 by · 3 Comments
I've mentioned here my desire to freshen up, lighten up my own decor this year and (lucky you) you get to ride along with me! When I saw that Beth over at The Stories A to Z was hosting a Winter Mantle Linky Party, it was just the kick I needed to get started!So here is what I ended up with and I love it! I picked up the mirror last week at Ballard's Backroom here in Roswell (outlet for the incredible catalog). It has a teeny … [Read more...]
My First Giveaway!
January 7, 2011 by · 26 Comments
I'm thrilled to be starting off the new year with a giveaway! Over the holidays I kept thinking how I was anxious to shed the old, embrace the new, the fresh, especially in my decor. Now I know what you're thinking ( surely not her!), but I'm ready to freshen up my family room and brighten up my home office. What better way to do that than to break out a "blank slate" product-- a product that has endless possibilities? And … [Read more...]
Happy New Year!
January 5, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
I intended to get this post up well before tonight, but life gets in the way, especially after the holidays! So, Happy New Year to you all! I thought for my first post of 2011, I would offer you a peek at the new spring line for Willow House... jump on over to my website for the complete catalog when you're through browsing.Coming this month: a fun giveaway, fresh ideas to change your look on a budget, some of my favorite new … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: Ruffled Glass Bowl
December 17, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
One of our most versatile pieces! Perfectly sized for a fruit salad, cold pasta dish, or an easy centerpiece. The foot gives her a little bit of height to make her (and your buffet or table) interesting and the ruffled edge makes her beautiful. She is the perfect gift and is a steal at the sale price of $17.96. Click HERE to order yours!Like the colorful glass ornaments? They're on sale, too! Click … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating Tip: Berry and Bow Door Bucket
December 13, 2010 by · 1 Comment
As promised, here's how to fill your door bucket easily and inexpensively.Start with evergreen clippings in your yard. I used Indian laurel, Leyland Cypress, and holly bush clippings.Add a small selection of holiday picks from your craft store. These were $1.99 each at Garden Ridge. I only ended up using two.Cut florists foam to fit in a sandwich size ziploc bag. The bag should not be able to close.Soak the foam in water … [Read more...]
Friday’s Favorite Product: Berry and Bow Door Bucket
December 10, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I'm nuts about door buckets! They can be used indoors or out and I love their versatility and the way they dress up a door. This Friday's Fave is our Berry and Bow Door Bucket, new this season. I love its rustic finish! I have mine hanging on my front door (tutorial on how I did it coming Monday!), full of greenery from around my yard. But I also envision this gracing a back door, a mudroom door (it would make a … [Read more...]
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