I Can’t Resist… Rustic Meets Refined Living Room

I'm back from a long weekend in Pensacola where we fished, boated, tubed (yikes), and took in the Blue Angels show from the water.  A wonderful, relaxing time!!  I loaded up on some shelter mags to read in the car on the way down and I came across this image in July's Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles magazine.This is the living room of the 2010 Cashiers Designer Showhouse, designed by Suzanne Kasler.  You've heard of Suzanne, … [Read more...]

Looky What I Found!

Well, El Presidente is carting me off again for a weekend of deep sea fishing in the Gulf!  Of course, he's rushing me out the door, so I'm just sharing this quickie post with you. On a covert "pass thru" of my local HomeGoods, I spied these little Lovelies...Have you seen these magazine baskets before??  I love that they're flexible and sturdy at the same time!  If I was organizing a playroom, child's bedroom, bathroom, family … [Read more...]

How To:: Banquet Table Turned Desk {Home Office Update}

If you missed the reveal of my banquet table turned home office desk, here is my new workspace!I love how fresh it looks and feel like I can breathe a little better when I'm in the space. Since I'm all about using what I have to redecorate I thought I'd share my process with you.I knew I wanted to cover the table and conceal all the fab storage that's underneath, but I didn't want it completely covered in fabric.  I love the … [Read more...]

Happy 4th of July!!

Happy Fourth of July, friends!  I hope your holiday is filled with friends, family, and fun.Let's all be thankful for the sacrifices that have been made for us and for our freedom.  Blessings!! … [Read more...]

Willow House July SALE!! Red Hot Savings!

Too good not to share, even on a holiday weekend!  Remember you can shop directly on my website by clicking HERE.  Enjoy!! … [Read more...]

Home Office Update: The Desk

Happy July, everyone!  June just flew by, didn't it?? This home office makeover has been in the works for months.  While it's moving at a snail's pace overall {and is being continually tweaked along the way} I'm so excited to share the results of my desk re-do.  Remember the banquet table/desk before?And once I tackled the uncluttering...And... drumroll please... HERE SHE IS!I know... right??  I am loving the fresh clean look … [Read more...]

June’s Favorite Things…

Welcome to my new monthly feature where I share with you my very favorite things from that month.  I hope this gives you a little peek into who I am, what I love, and what fuels me creatively!  I hope to surprise you just a little along the way, too.  Be sure to comment so I know what YOU think, and what your favorite things are!So here we go...Sun Tea made from Yogi Tea Bags.  What? you say?  Sun tea... a Texas thing, I … [Read more...]

I’m Lovin’… Patriotic Porches

I'm loving these gorgeous porches all decked out for the Fourth of July!via bhg.comvia bhg.comvia SimplyThisAndThatvia Raised in Cottonvia Pinterestvia Pinterestvia Pinterestvia Pinterestvia PinterestRed, white, and blue perfection via coastalliving.comAnd my own Fourth of July porch decor...Get your Star Spangled Door Bucket HERE... on sale for only $16.96!Happy Decorating! … [Read more...]

I Can’t Resist… A Great Sale {and This Entertaining Tip!}

Remember this Lovely from Avolli.com and a previous I Can't Resist...?She can be yours for 55% off!!  Yes, Tricia is continuing her Early Retirement Sale by offering 55% off her entire inventory until June 30th.  She still has some incredible heirloom quality pieces left if you're looking for an investment, plus some wonderfully affordable artwork and accessories.  How about these pillars for $67.50 each??Head to Avolli.com for … [Read more...]

What’s on Your To Do List? {Take the Challenge}

Do you have a To Do list this summer?  Is it growing fangs while you juggle kids, pool time, travel, and a general lack of routine around the house?  I've been almost paralyzed by my own To Do list, so when my friend Cha Cha over at Sit, Relax, and Read threw out the 10 Tasks in 10 Days Challenge, I was still loathe to jump on the bandwagon.  Ten in ten?  But then sweet persuasive Cha Cha let me know it could be simple … [Read more...]