Brightening up the kitchen

I should start out by saying I’ve never been a fan of white cabinets for my home. I’m just not. I know that’s the trend (as in everyone is doing it), and they look pretty…

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Groovy, global spring home tour

Yes. I went there — groovy, ha!  I’ve been seriously nostalgic about my 1970s childhood lately and felt like bringing some of the warmth I remember into my home this spring, and Marty’s tour was…

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Setting a table for Easter

There’s nothing prettier than a spring tablescape, so I thought I would show you some of my favorites that can be used for any occasion this time of year. I know we generally think of…

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The red chairs

So I have these two white chairs – the plycraft Eames-style lounger and the french chair.  Quite honestly, as cool as the plycraft chair is, Luis really doesn’t like it. My kids LOVE it but…

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Flowers at Balsam Mountain Preserve

I always enjoy the opportunity to create something for Balsam Mountain Preserve, and during the winter, trying to be creative keeps me on my toes. After the holidays were over, I wanted something winter but something…

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Hygge and my favorite candles ever

Hygge (apparently pronounced hue-guh not hoo-gah like we all thought) is a Danish concept that has been everywhere for a while, and as I am always late with everything, I thought it was about time…

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Design work and winter in the mountains

 Winter is here.  I love winter. The reality is, though, I embrace the season I’m in because to wish for something else, seems to take away the enjoyment of living in the present.   I had…

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Christmas at Balsam Mountain Preserve

Once again, I had the pleasure of creating some Christmas spirit at beautiful Balsam Mountain Preserve. I added some holiday decor at the Boarding House, and by the front entrance which I’ll show later. The…

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