There is a special magic that happens in families when they escape on vacation, spending time together, laughing, playing, connecting, refilling. For the past two decades, the Kilkenny clan has done just that during their annual migration to the beach, with three generations traveling from all over … [Read more...]
Collective Wisdom: Tips for Styling Your Collections
To me, the best curated home interiors are those that reflect the hearts of the people who live there. A fun way to infuse your home with your personality is to collect treasures that delight you, and use them in creative ways in your displays. Enjoy the process. If you’re new to the idea … [Read more...]
Brighten Your Spaces with Updated Lighting
Want to give your interior spaces a fresh, clean look? It could be as easy as flipping a switch. Whether it’s a cool new lamp in your living room, a stylish pendent over your kitchen island or a statement-making chandelier for your entry, updating your lighting will give new energy to every room in … [Read more...]
Looks We Love for the Holidays
Every holiday season is a new opportunity to honor your family’s cherished traditions, while also keeping the celebration fresh and fun by trying something brand new. That’s how I like to approach holiday decorating at my home and at Nell Hill’s. Today, I want to share with you a few of my favorite … [Read more...]
Welcome to Innisfree: My Love Affair with Silver
Silver and me, we’ve been together for over 30 years, and our love affair is still shining bright. Nearly everywhere you look in my cottage, you’ll find evidence of my enduring passion for this precious metal: trays, urns, candlesticks, boxes, you name it! Like a lot of us who fall in love, I was … [Read more...]
Welcome to Innisfree: Adding Cottage Charm
When Dan and I purchased our fixer-upper on a little lake in Kansas City, we were drawn by the peaceful community and the serene views. And, the thought of turning this modest mid-century house into a cozy cottage, where we could live simply and grow old together, got my creative juices flowing big … [Read more...]