January can be a confusing time of year for décor. We are past the major winter holidays and have taken down our show-stopping trees and merry mantels, leaving some bare spaces in our homes that need to be filled. This time of transition is when I choose to look forward into the glory of spring! It … [Read more...]
Have a Very Mauvy Christmas
Thank you for all of the wonderful feedback on the holiday photos I shared of the shop last week! It warms my heart to know that you love our Christmas looks as much as we do! I have so much fun around the holidays playing with the new textures and colors that are available. It is truly … [Read more...]
Merry Mantels
Now that the weather is starting to turn crisp (and is soon to be cold), I can begin daydreaming about warming my hands on a cup of tea and my feet by the fireplace. After a busy day of work for my husband and me (and a busy day of preschool for my 3-year-old) it is nice to have a cozy spot to … [Read more...]
Beginning to Fall into Autumn: 3 Ways to Ease-In to a New Season
These last couple of weeks I have had more people than usual thinking I am crazy because I have been posting things about autumn! Now, I admit I am an early decorator (I like to enjoy my holidays and seasons for as long as possible) and fall is my absolute favorite. I just love sweater … [Read more...]
Thoughts on Preparing for the Holidays
Ready or not, it's here … the holiday season. For most of us, the first step in making the holidays magical is dressing our homes for the season, from trimming a tree to decking the mantel to setting a table for parties and feasts. Before you crack open all those boxes marked Christmas Decorations … [Read more...]
My Three Essentials for Holiday Decorating
Whether you want to fill your home top to bottom with holiday cheer or add a few festive touches here are there, my advice is the same: Start with a fabulous base. Amazing greenery and show-stealing ribbon are the essential bedrocks of a sensational holiday treatment. I was … [Read more...]