Soulful Blooms and Flower Arrangements
An antiques collector and photographer shares her fanciful flower arrangements that are guaranteed to lift the spirits. Flower arrangements are at the heart and soul of Jane Peet; she tells…
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Pink Christmas
My love of pink Christmas began when I found my first pink Santa at the Rose Bowl flea market in California many years ago. I soon started collecting them and…
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The Holiday Guide: Pet Gifts
Sometimes, the way to your friends hearts are through their pets. We’ve rounded up some our favorite pet gifts for furry friends (hey, we’re dog and cat moms and dads…
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DIY Food Gifts in Jars
There always will be friends or family members whose stomach is the way to their heart. Whether their inclinations are toward the sweet or savory, cookies or coffee, the perfect edible…
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Tour Historic New Orleans
The name “New Orleans” brings to mind the soulful sound of the saxophone, street performers, Mardi Gras masks and sugar-dusted beignets. Home of the Jazz Age, New Orleans, Louisiana offers…
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How To Host Overnight Holiday Guests
Your guests have likely traveled quite a distance to gather all in one place, so make sure to add a few welcoming touches in your home before your guests arrive.…
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4 Ways to Get That Farmhouse-Cottage Look
There’s more to the classic American farmhouse than shiplap and shutters. Creating the perfect farmhouse is about a balance of details that give the exterior a fresh and welcoming look. …
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Vintage Pie Safes
Commonly considered an essential in any American home in the late 1700s and early 1800s, the pie safe was introduced by German immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania. Also known as…
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Creating the Cook’s Kitchen
It’s no secret: remodeling your kitchen is usually all about improving function. But you may not always realize that when done well, redesigning your kitchen is also about bringing people…
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3 Goals to Keep In Mind When Designing Your Kitchen
Nothing masks a shortage of square footage in a cottage kitchen better than ample natural light. This sunny kitchen on Decatur Island, part of the San Juan Islands in the…
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