Ideas to Decorate for Fall in Shades of Green, Brown and Gold

A room that shows ideas for decorating for fall in shades of green and brown

Traditional fall colors in shades of orange and red are beautiful for the fall season. I love to see them in nature and in other people’s homes, but I like to be surrounded by calmer colors. So, I take a non-traditional route and decorate in a color palette of green, brown, gold and white. I […]

Spicy Baked Three-Cheese Mac and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese in a bowl on a table

Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version.  I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with a culinary post, both inspired by the month’s book. Father of the bride This month’s book […]

A Beach Wedding on a Budget

Two buckets of flowers at the end of a boardwalk

Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with a culinary post, both inspired by the month’s book. Father of the Bride This month’s book is […]

Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe

Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version.  I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with a culinary post, both inspired by the month’s book. Anne of Green Gables This month, our […]

Three Ways to Style a Vintage Kitchen Cabinet

Vintage kitchen cabinet painted green and filled with vintage tea set

Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with a culinary post, both inspired by the month’s book. Bringing back memories This month’s book club choice […]

The Best Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs on a deviled egg plate with bunny salt and pepper shakers in the middle and roses on the side

This is my mother’s recipe, and everyone always says they are the best deviled eggs they have ever had. They are savory and get a spicy kick of flavor from a special ingredient! Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version. I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation […]

Tips for Planning a Fundraiser Inspired by The Help

A table set for a fundraiser event with roses and crystal.

Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with a culinary post, both inspired by the month’s book. The Help by Kathryn Stockett If you’ve read […]

Design a New Kitchen Island for a Budget-Friendly Update

Kitchen island update with brown-tone stain and green surrounding cabinets

Replacing your kitchen island is a great way to give your whole kitchen an updated look. Design a new kitchen island for maximum function and new storage. Rethinking the kitchen layout We recently replaced our kitchen island, but we reused the existing island. Let me explain. Our 90s kitchen came with a kitchen desk. The […]

Easy Homemade Beef Stew

Easy beef stew in a soup tureen on a dining room table

This easy homemade beef stew is tasty and makes a great meal for a chilly evening. Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version. I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow on Saturday with […]

An English Country Bedroom Inspired by Jane Austen’s “Emma”

An English bedroom showing a bed in front of a window with a lace curtain

A English country bedroom inspired by the country house that is the setting for Jane Austen’s Emma. Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! This month’s book is Emma by Jane Austen. Many of the scenes in the book are set in Emma’s English country house. I have chosen to update a guest bedroom inspired by […]