*Post contains affilate links I came up with an EASY way to make pillow covers that are No-Sew! I actually do know how to sew and I do have a sewing machine. But sometimes you don't want to get out the sewing machine, but you do want to make a quick pillow. Or maybe you find cloth napkins that you love the fabric so much you want it for pillows. This was the case with my new lemon napkins, they needed to be summer pillows. Perfect match. All you need for No-Sew Pillows- Eyelet Snap Punch ( I use this all the time for cards and tags) 8 Eyelets (in the color to match your fabric, ... Read More
Friday Favorites starts with Solar Powered String Lights
First off for my Friday Favorites today I want to share the Solar Powered String Lights I found and we just installed on our back patio. In a 1950's home we are lacking in some areas such as closet space and exterior plugs. So my dream of having String Lights on our patio was not very likely going to happen. Unless I wanted to have an extension cord going through a window or pay a lot of money to have a plug installed. I was so thrilled when I came across THESE Solar Powered String Lights while shopping one day. I knew this would be the perfect solution! Shop other String Lights ... Read More
Letterboards-Are you funny enough to own one?
I have wanted a Letter Board for a while now. I am sure you have seen them all over Instagram and Pinterest. I laughed when I saw a quote on a Letterboard with this.. "I am probably not funny enough to own one of these." And that is TOTALLY me! I do get a kick out of reading all the clever things you funny people think of. Since I am not funny my Letterboard will probably be a borrowed quote. We were reading scriptures the other night and I came across a scripture that jumped out to me. I read the scripture twice because I loved it so much and wanted to make sure my girls caught it ... Read More
New England Homes- Exterior Paint Color Ideas
Happy Memorial Day! I can remember driving through Connecticut and our little town called Fairfield for the very first time. I was smitten, it was love at first sight. No home is alike. They all have so much charm and character. Especially this time of year. New England has a way with homes. I notice I am drawn to the exteriors with a pop of color or the perfect curves and angels. The other day I decided I was finally going to take some pictures of my favorite exteriors right around our home. I pass by these homes when I am taking my girls to school or out running. I have to say it is ... Read More
Friday Favorites starts with a Design Question about Fans
What do you think of the ceiling fans? I read an article about design mistakes and a designer said that he considers ceiling fans a design mistake. I disagree. Ceiling fans have come a long way! He thinks that homes should be designed properly for the right air flow so you do not need a ceiling fan. In a perfect world that *might* be possible. But all homes are not created equal and sometimes it is necessary for a ceiling fan or at least a portable fan. I shared some of my favorite fans and also other favorite things from the past week! I love this white kitchen it looks retro but ... Read More
Master Bedroom and Bath Tour- Mixing Old and New
I am so excited to share more of Melinda from Hawkes Landing home today. Melinda is going to be a monthly contributor to my blog- we are in for a treat! She will share more of her gorgeous home with us. If you remember I shared her home tour HERE. Today she is sharing her Master Bedroom and Master Bathroom. I love how Melinda mixes old vintage pieces with new modern pieces. Melinda said that she is not sure how she would describe the style, but she lean's toward traditional and also likes clean contemporary lines. See what she has to say about the rest of her bedroom and bathroom and how she ... Read More
Quick Healthy Green Smoothie Recipe
I shared on my Friday post that I got a Vitamix for Mothers Day and that I would share my favorite smoothie recipe. Smoothies are my quick-go to meal replacement. Sometimes I don't have time to sit and eat breakfast or lunch so making a quick healthy smoothie is a life saver, especially when trying to eat my best and healthiest. I asked my hubby if he knew I wanted a Vitamix from THIS post where I talked about making my favorite Paleo Non-Dairy Ice-Cream. A reader asked what type of blender I had and I told her I really wanted a Vitamix. Kevin said he saw that comment after he ... Read More
Friday Favorites starts with my favorite place to sit and read
I should be honest, that title of my blog post is misleading. I haven't sat down and read a book in a long time. But I do listen to a lot! I use Audible. I shared two books I listened to this week and loved and other favorite finds from the week, things that stopped me in my tracks or gave me the wants. Below is my favorite spot to sit and search the internet for clients or write blog posts, while listening to books or podcasts. I think this spot is my favorite right now because it is the coolest in the house and it has been hot here in CT! I just read listened to The Magnolia ... Read More
The Target Mirror that looks good everywhere
The closest Target is 20 minutes away (by freeway)! Now I know that sounds close to some of you, but not for me. I really don't like driving too far, I buy everything online. Where we used to live the closest Target was 4 minutes away. So obviously I am saving $1000 a month now:) I actually do make it about twice a month. We went last week because we bribed our 6 year old who just had her tonsils out that if she took her medicine (at 2 in the morning) we would buy her a doll. So we went for a doll and walked away with a throw, bananas, whatever else my kids threw in the cart when I wasn't ... Read More
Take Home Designer Series- New England Kitchen Tour of a Dietitian and her Paleo Granola
Do you remember the show "Take Home Chef"? It was on TLC. The cutie pie Curtis Stone would approach people in the grocery store and offer to go to their home and cook them a meal. I LOVED that show. My favorite part, besides watching Curtis Stone :) was seeing inside everyones kitchen. I thought it was fascinating to see the space that people spend so much of their time in. That is what got me to go to the grocery store after I had my first baby, hoping to run into Curtis Stone. So this is my version, where I go into charming New England Homes and share pictures of their kitchens. And only ... Read More