Bedroom before…. If you weren’t in love with the floor to ceiling paneling, I wonder if the ruffled curtains would win you over? The curtains remind me of Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth the movie*. *I didn’t see it because my neck felt itchy when I saw the preview. But now, Cate and Elizabeth and I want to […]

 It’s DAY THREE of House Renovation Week, and it has been so fun showing how much our house has changed. I have gotten such kind comments and feedback, which is super nice. I am so honored when people say they wish they could live in my house or they want me to come work on their houses. If you have […]

  I am pretty sure we were at risk for an airborne illness the first time we stepped in this home and breathed the dust from the curtains. If someone needed a 1970’s prom dress, she could have worn one of the ruffled draperies home and had still made dresses for 7 of her friends. There was […]

When we first encountered the home near Dallas, Texas, this is what we saw. Wood paneling, heavy curtains, linoleum, and finish that boasted the best of what the 1970s had to offer! We knew we had our work cut out for us, and  are thrilled with the final result! We combined the old kitchen and dining room […]

In the time you use to brush your teeth, you can bring the fun and fall to your outdoor space. Get 3 pumpkins and make a topiary (stack them on top of each other) for your porch. Choose some that have flat or no stems so they stack easily. I got these at Trader Joe’s, […]

The Power of Repetition in Design I love the symmetrical row of chandeliers at a local restaurant; it makes a huge statement right when you walk in! Using multiple identical items in design is a powerful strategy for creating visual impact. This approach fosters unity, consistency, and repetition, drawing attention to the repeated elements. A […]

This space was empty when we started, and now it is inspired by the homeowner’s love of horses, her hometown of Charleston, SC, and beautiful patterns! Our next step is to put something on that coffee table! What would you put? What defines Southern Traditional decor? Southern Traditional decor is typically characterized by warm colors, […]

Dont you love a great entryway “before and after”?! 9 ways to update and transform an small entryway: Paint the walls a new color, like a bright white or a Repose Gray Sherwin Williams  Introduce a patterned rug to add a sense of texture and character. Hang a statement mirror on one of the walls to […]

Is your wall starting to resemble the golf course in Caddyshack after the gopher dug all those holes? If you break into a sweat at the thought of pulling out the hammer, worrying about having to cover and paint over mistakes, you’re not alone! There’s an easy way to hang photos without ruining your walls—use […]

What to do in Round Top texas Things to do in Round Top TX  I was able to Personal Shop for 3 clients at the Round top Warrenton Antiques show and found the BEST stuff for all of them! I get more excited when I find their stuff than my own! Here’s a sampling of […]