How to fluff a Christmas Tree? Fluffing a Christmas tree: How to do some things don’t occur to you until you figure out you are doing it wrong. Saying Rural. or Worcestershire. Trying to verify you’re a human online and you are not sure if the corner of the bus counts as a bus or […]

At any time, you can take a shortcut.  I have a streamlined process that helps clients figure out their design style.  You can take the interior design style quiz…

When my interior design clients ask me how to save money on decor, this is what I tell them….

Ah, Farmhouse Decor. It is THE decorating style that took over the 2000s. It made Chip and Joanna Gaines household names, and put my college town of Waco, Texas on the map. Don’t believe me? Just ask your neighbor. Men that cannot tell you what a sconce is can use the word “shiplap” correctly in […]

Designing a galley kitchen is like diving into a puzzle where every inch counts.

What it offers: a cozy cooking zone with parallel counters and a nice central aisle.

The challenge is turning this narrow space into a kitchen that’s both practical and stylish.

We’re about to unravel the secrets of galley kitchen design…

It feels so weird taking Christmas decor down, because things feel a little bare. Enter Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner for two or a special gathering with the gals, the right decorations make everything feel more festive. Let’s highlight some of the best (and most budget-friendly!) Valentine’s Day decorations that will help […]

A fresh calendar page. There is no better time to refresh your home as we start the blank slate of a new year. As we prepare for 2024, here are some of my favorite home decor trends that will make your friends say “We want to go to your house!” No project is too big, […]

I love the end of the year because all the “round up” lists come out. It is so fun to see what the highlights of the year are. We have some highlights to review as well. YOUR favorites! From 10 to one, here are you, the reader’s, favorite items… 10. Beachside Stripe Outdoor Rug – […]

Have you noticed that Nutcrackers are having a moment? I see them everywhere. So I set out to find some of my favorite pieces of this cute Christmas trend.

Here is the criteria for my gift guides.

Do I want this?

If the answer is yes, it goes on.

If it is for someone other than a woman like me, I think,

“Would I want that if I were him/them/that teacher/that Sonic worker?”

(Of course I bring gifts to my Sonic carhops.)

Again, yes?

Boom.