Calm and Cozy Christmas Mantel

Growing up, I spent weeks traveling through Europe and ever since, I’ve always been enamored by simplicity of style.  After a year of busyness and rush I decided to close our year with a Calm and Cozy Christmas Mantel! There’s nothing prestigious or flashy on …continue reading

Fall Mantel Decorations

It’s that time of year again.  Time to start thinking about Fall Mantel Decorations.  As I was putting together my fall wreath, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with my extra mini-pumpkins!  An adorable little garland for my mantle.  I love how it’s …continue reading

Spring Chic Picket Mantel

I was ready for a little mantel decor change, I’m calling this my… Spring Chic Picket Mantel I used things I have around the house, most of these items may look familiar to you!  I just listened to a conference call about Reduce-Reuse-Recycle – SO …continue reading

Family Room {Mantel}

√ Recycle – Recycled Fence Art √ Anthropologie-ish SUPER SWEET vase. √ Oliver Accessorized. √  10×14 Moroccan Area Rug. √ Mantel Complete    Here’s what I showed you last night.   And after my initial little freak out moment {which tends to be my first …continue reading

Flower Vase {Anthropologie Inspired}

Once January hits I get in the mood for simplicity and tranquility {not that I’m saying that’s where my house is YET EVER!}  I just need a little bright and cheery this time of year when its dark and drab outside!  I was walking through …continue reading

Modern Country Christmas Mantel

In my front rooms, I like a combination of mostly white dreamy decor with a bit of rustic flair so the boys don’t completely become repulsed.  In my family room, I’m all about comfort and simplicity, sort of a modern country mix.  Have you seen …continue reading

Recycling Old Fence Boards

Along with just about everything else in this original 1950s rancher, the fence had definitely seen better days!  We replaced along the side yard, but since our next door neighbor has a rather feisty dog that wants to come play with our dog, we’re not …continue reading

Chic & Rustic Autumn Mantel

Now that the crisp wind has finally hit and apple crisp is baking in my oven!  It is officially Autumn — I have the mantle to prove it!  If you’ve visited my blog before, you know that my girlie girl — little B and I totally …continue reading