interior decor Archives

Building Blocks of New Traditional Style

July 12, 2021

New Traditional design is the best of both worlds, classic and fresh, livable and luxe, formal and fun. Using a mixture of traditional elements with contemporary touches creates a space that is full of life and personality. There are many levels and iterations when it comes to bringing this unique style into your home. I’ve pinpointed my favorite additions that make for a stunning New Traditional atmosphere whether you want to tip the scales towards timeless or trendy.

Building a Beautiful Vignette

May 10, 2021

I love a good vignette. These small, curated style statements made up of a group of objects can be found displayed on shelves, tabletops, and elsewhere in a home. These pretty collections can be used to tie a space together, incorporate beloved items into your décor, or add functionality to a surface. Of course, we use them all over the shop to display our wares, too, and our goal is to inspire you to take the same pieces home with you for your own creations! But if you’re new to creating vignettes, where does one begin?

Wallpaper: The Great Comeback of 2019

August 26, 2019

It is true what they say- if you wait long enough old trends will make their way back in fashion (unless we are talking about shag carpet in which case, that can stay in the past)! One of my favorite “comebacks” of the last few years is wallpaper.

Stop Hiding Your Hallway: Tips for Decorating Awkward Spaces

August 12, 2019

Today’s blog post tackles something that plagues every house and every home décor lover – awkward space. We’ve all had those moments – standing, looking perplexed, in front of an area in the home thinking “what on earth am I going to put here?” No longer! Read along as we explore some solutions to common awkward area problems.

Patriotic Hues: Using Red, White, & Blue During and After the Holidays!

June 24, 2019

As Spring fades into Summer and the days get longer, I love to highlight reds, whites, and blues in my home décor. Both Mary Carol and I love this classic color combination, and it’s especially appropriate this time of year with the Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day holidays happening over the course of a few months. In today’s post I highlight a few of my favorite ways to bring these hues into your decor for a look that works all summer long!

Farmhouse Chic: Designing The Wagon Wheel

June 17, 2019

With summer off to a busy start, I have been craving a retreat, an oasis where I can relax and renew. That is why when I had the opportunity to go tour the lovely weekend home of long-time Nell Hill’s customers, Susan and Joe, I jumped at the chance! I am so excited to share this adventure with you and for you to see the beautiful home they have created!

Pillow Talk: What Do Your Throws Say?

June 3, 2019

Let’s talk pillows! Just as the last step in getting ready for an evening out is a fantastic piece of jewelry, the finishing touch in adding texture, color and personality to a room are often the pillows! I love arranging and changing my throw pillows to freshen up my home.

Finishing Touches for a Finished Home

May 27, 2019

When designing a house, it is easy to get caught up in the big things – the large purchase items that take up space and set the tone for the rest of the room. However, I think one of the most interesting and fun parts in the design process comes next. The finishing touches to creating a finished home!

Wedding Season: Going Off Registry

May 20, 2019

Love is in the air and wedding season is upon us! For me, this means new dresses, fabulous memories with my family and friends, and a huge to-do list of wedding present buying! In today’s post I cover my favorite gifts for couples when going off-registry.

It’s Easy Being Green

May 6, 2019

Bring on the color! While bringing new shades into your home can sometimes be an overwhelming process, I have a few tips in this weeks blog post to make it easy and fun! Right now I am loving green and have been incorporating it into the shop whenever I can.

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