French Country Cottage

I told my husband recently that I was going to update our big old weathered outdoor table chairs to metal.  Because the collected old farm wood chairs I love to use get damaged so easily- they are fickle to any moisture or weather and so, have to be covered with a tarp when it rains and stored in the winter. I love the look but they are better to bring out for an occasio...

Towering antique doors with little scrolly metal grills and tiny doors with patina on repeat. When it comes to backdrops for photography, I am all about the unique and the whimsical. And these big old antique doors definitely fit those categories and then some. But, these are a little bit different than I would usually jump on bringing home and I will admit, I questioned myse...

I fall in love with many things every day. I will admit that even though I am sorting through things to downsize some of my collections, I am also always finding new fabulous things that talk to me.

And a big weakness? Chairs. 

Upholstered. Wood. Metal. Floral chintz fabric covered, rattan- I could go on and on.

Why a chai...

A gathering full of magic as sunset light dances across the table – as delightful for the senses as the food is delicious. I have a big love of creating beautiful tables for gatherings- there is something about setting the table with love for friends and family. With a hope that it inspires guests to soak and simmer a little longer and take beautiful memories home with them. ...

It is that glorious time of year in the garden when the garden roses are blooming and the peonies are opening up and the mingle is just beautiful. You probably already know that I am a big lover of all the flowers – and that garden roses and peonies are two of my favorites. We planted them both in abundance in our garden. Including the rose garden by the cherub fountain, and ...