When you envision “man cave decor”, what images come to mind? Braveheart posters? Kegerators and vinyl furniture in team colors? Well, if that’s what he wants, I say go for it (if you can confine it to the basement or attic, maybe?) But if we expand our thoughts about man caves to include not just […]

Vintage Fall Decor: A Houston-based poet said, “Fall comes to Texas by a wrong turn and a bit of luck.” It’s true that we don’t often see the dramatic seasonal changes that other parts of the country do.  But what we DO get, we REALLY appreciate! And while we wait (and wait) for fall outside, […]

Summer’s winding down.  For many of us, it’s time to savor the last of summer’s freedom and look ahead to school days. Celebrate summer’s end and back to school! I saw a cute article with some great ideas for helping the family remember the best of summer days. You might find some new end-of-summer traditions. […]

Gosh, is this heat is stressing you out, too?? I’ve heard you can psych yourself cool by imagining cold weather. But thinking of cold weather can make you think of the upcoming holidays. And thinking of all that you need to do for the holidays can stress you out–yikes! OK, breathe–we’ve got some time here! […]

So it’s 101 degrees out there, and you’re lying in the hammock thinking about—CHRISTMAS, right? NO??! Well, why not? Oh sure, patio furniture and pool toys are on sale right now, but if you do the smart thing and think ahead a season, you can find incredible buys on Christmas decorations in the heat of […]

Christmas in July is a real thing, y’all. And so are supply chain disruptions and high construction demand. HOW, you ask, are these two facts connected?? Here’s how:  if you’re asking Santa for some home renovations this year, you need to get a big head start. Your Christmas will truly have to start now, in […]

Father’s Day is coming! Did you see my post on mancave ideas ? These days I have more and more clients asking for home bars incorporated into their designs. They may have an older home with an outdated built-in bar that needs a 21st century refresh.  Or a closet or niche they want turned into […]

Whether you’re single or married, celebrating Valentine’s or Galentine’s (it’s a thang!),  everyone can use a little more love in our lives! Why not incorporate some more love in the place you spend the most time- your home.  Here are some easy ways to find a little love in your heart for the place you […]

Does it look like Christmas exploded? It did…and in every Christmas laden room is our STORY. This is not just festive decor, friends. I incorporate my family’s story by honoring someone important with purposeful decor. Stay with me here… For instance, when my dad passed away, I mentioned to my mom that I wanted to […]

The reality: I’m putting up a Christmas tree. But how about a little “alternate reality” when it comes to tree skirt ideas? Don’t do same-old, same-old! Here’s what I use instead of a tree skirt. Stand by for some fun and thoughtful alternatives to surround the base of your tree. (If your mom made that […]