Backyard oasis

The katydids are singing at night signaling that autumn is on the way, but with the heat we are experiencing in the North Carolina mountains, fall seems very, VERY, far away. In the meantime, we…

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Summer Back Porch

I snapped a few photos of the back porch to share with y’all. As with the front and side porches, I changed up the fabrics and really made a difference in the look. I added…

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Flea Market Décor feature

I’m excited to have photos featured in the Fall issue of Flea Market Décor! I got my copy in the mail, so I’m not sure exactly when it hits newsstands. I love to share how…

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Summer front porch

The only thing I enjoy more than being on the porch first thing in the morning with my cup of coffee, is a quiet breakfast with my husband overlooking the creek.  Because I had my…

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“Fire on the mountain…”

Happy Independence Day! I’m so thankful to live here in America, and so thankful for everyone who has sacrificed to keep this nation, and others free.  With freedom comes much responsibility. May we never forget…

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2016 Summer Home Tour

I am so happy to have you all here for my summer home tour! I’m excited to be included with 29 other bloggers in a fabulous tour put together by Marty at A Stroll Thru…

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The Eames-style lounge and ottoman

I love mid-century anything and have been looking at the Eames chair and ottoman for a while. I know my husband also loves that style, so I thought it would be a nice chair for…

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Mid-century light fixture for the kitchen

I finally found the perfect light fixture to put over my island. I wanted a brass mid-century swag light, and I found it on ebay — as usual:-) These can be pricey, but I found…

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