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When the weather consistently feels like summer we

When the weather consistently feels like summer we practically live on our patio! It honestly feels like an extension of our home & it’s so easy to add simple details to bring the cozy, inside vibe outside. I shared my garage sale chairs in stories yesterday and thought I’d share a few more stills of my patio and a few tips for adding inside touches to any outdoor space!
Just like my indoor spaces, I believe you can never have too many pillows!😉 they add comfort & can be easily changed! I don’t always stick to outdoor pillows either. It does mean extra work bringing them in at night but I like the softer textures of inside fabrics more than the hard, waterproof ones. I do use both but won’t hesitate incorporating whatever works, not just what’s manufactured to be patio approved 😃
Small details also help make my outdoor spaces feel like a room…candles, figurines, rechargeable lamps and supplies from the kitchen for easy, impromptu entertaining. I found most of these items at thrift stores & garage sales (including most of the furniture) so it eliminates the worry of things getting worn & weathered in the elements. Oh and the table linens are water resistant!! A fun find on Amazon at great prices, these linens are super easy for outside or in!! And they stand up to dew so you can leave them out all night long. Not to mention if you spill tea, soda or even red wine, you can dab it up with a towel-no staining!! Anything to make outside life easier is a win in my book! Hope you enjoyed my easy, outdoor living tips! Happy summer!!☀️

Hope everyone had a lovely Memorial Day weekend!!❤️🩵
I’ve been a tad unplugged lately to spend lots of uninterrupted time enjoying my entire family here in town…at least for now! And despite cooler temps we did have a lovely, casual weekend with family & friends! We even got to enjoy a bbq outside yesterday which was a treat since what seems like weeks of cold wind & rain has put a damper on our patio time!
We also had a special day Sunday driving to Indiana for a visit with my great aunt whose husband was a WW2 POW Veteran. My boys were lucky enough to know him too before he passed. She turns 104 in June so we had an early birthday celebration while both boys were here to go see her! Pretty special that they have a great, great aunt still living. ❤️ so it was a very nice day for us!
Looks like the unofficial start to summer will finally bring in some summer weather here this weekend into next week!! I can’t wait!☀️
Have a wonderful short week!!❤️

Simple kitchen views… My kitchen has always been

Simple kitchen views…
My kitchen has always been a challenge. It’s somewhat small, it has odd nooks & crannies, it’s short on storage & it’s over 100 years old. But the positives: it’s over 100 years old, it’s got fun nooks & crannies, it’s warm & cozy, and I’ve learned to highlight what it IS—not force it to be something it’s not. I’m also a fan of functionality so I enjoy displaying my utilitarian items in ways that are as pretty as they are useful! Swipe to see how I display often used spices at easy reach right on the wall, decorative trivets held upright with an old bookend, well used cookbooks & copper pots, vintage bowls filled with fruits & veggies, and simple views through many mirrors to help reflect light into this small room. You’ll also see my new refrigerator—we finally found one that fit through the tight doorways of a home not built for modern day appliances 😉(if you saw my stories last week you’ll know about the fiasco😅)
Anyway, above any kitchen drama and everyday messy messes, I believe displaying & enjoying the things you love plays a big factor in truly treasuring the rooms where we dwell! ❤️ Happy Wednesday!!

I know it’s still spring but I’m definitely fe

I know it’s still spring but I’m definitely feeling the summer vibes! Warm, breezy days are making me so excited to host gatherings on the patio…so we’ve been working our tails off to get things ready! Container gardens planted, outdoor cabinets stocked, and yes, some faux florals tucked where the sun don’t shine😉 Aside from the lemon arrangement on the buffet can you spy the other floral imposters? Some might frown upon this practice, and it does remind me of my grandmother sticking her fake stems in window boxes 😊 I thought it was silly then, but I now think she was on to something! We have so many more realistic options today that at first glance they can be deceiving🌸
Still lots more to do to be “outdoor entertaining ready” …but it’s a good start!!
Happy almost May!!!☀️🌷

Meet Salty!🐶 He has become a permanent family m

Meet Salty!🐶
He has become a permanent family member as of the weekend! This sweet old guy and his previous parents found themselves in the most difficult, heartbreaking place. But we’re so happy we can help by providing him another loving home. We’ll give him comfort and love for the rest of his days! He’s a geriatric guy but has a puppy-like personality, has the sweetest disposition, and just fits in like he’s been here forever. I know it has to be confusing for him too, all the new things, sounds and people. So I’m just hanging with him this week hoping it helps him feel settled and comfortable. We may not have lots of time with this old guy, but we’ll love the days we do and try our hardest to help him live as many happy years as he can! We’re gonna have fun spoiling the heck out of him too😉
Hope you all have the best week and a lovely Easter holiday!!🌱🐇 We certainly will!🐶🤍

Spring is a magical season!🌷✨ And even though

Spring is a magical season!🌷✨
And even though we still have chilly days here, my gnome planter is the best place to get a jumpstart on some miniature gardening!🌱 Like a faerie garden, my little gnome “estate” is just as magical and gives me the joys of dollhouse decorating…because I’m a sucker for miniatures…still! Pansies & spring blooms are all that will grow here for now but as the months go on I’ll add mini plants, foraged goodies and extra collected miniatures to celebrate the seasons! It’s such a fun way to bring whimsy to my garden and revisit a childhood pleasure as well! 💕 Take a peek at the wonder & magic of spring…✨
Happy April!!!

#fairygarden #bhg #miniaturegarden #simplejoys #inmygarden #springhassprung #makehomeyours #whimsicalgarden

After spending unplugged time in sunny Florida I c

After spending unplugged time in sunny Florida I came home inspired to prepare for all things spring (and summer 😉)
But even though I’m excited for new seasons & I still want to simplify. So my Easter table this year will be a little scaled back but no less festive! I mention it a lot, but shopping the house is not only economical but can help you create a unique display and give renewed life to items you forgot you had! Whether it’s decor, dishes, linens…you might find you have the right blend of these things to set the perfect table!
More details are on the blog today including using an Easter treat as part of the table decor! Including what I used to turn this treat into one everyone in my family can enjoy…even with dietary restrictions!
I hope you check it out!🩵🐇🐥

#easteriscoming #tablestyling #eastertable #easterideas #springdecor #tabletop #heyhomehey #makehomeyours #farmhouseeaster

March is here and I’m ready for all things 🐇🌷🪺🐥!!
Once this month arrives I feel like it’s the perfect time to kickstart my Easter decorating! Even though the holiday falls late this year, that just means I have lots of time to keep tweaking it! I don’t go all out with my Easter decorations now that my boys are grown but I can still create a little festivity in my home without lots of fuss. Tucking in some blooms, a bunny or two, maybe a basket or nest filled with eggs…that’s all you really need to do to introduce the season into your home! Here’s a peek at a few easy springtime touches I added to mine…

#makehomeyours #springiscoming #bhghome #easterdecor #howihome #homedetails #homestyling #myhomeaesthetic #stylingtheseasons #cottagestyle #cozyhome #myhouse

Cute plates dress up my utilitarian, non-fancy kit

Cute plates dress up my utilitarian, non-fancy kitchen corner!🐇🩵
An easy way to add a little springtime color to a functional nook. When you live in a house that’s 115 years old, you don’t have the most effective storage for modern times. But as a collector of vintage (and new) serve ware AND an owner of an old home, I’ve learned to store and display my items in a way that looks functionally pretty. A tiny wall nestled in between a chimney & back staircase in the hall leading to the kitchen was the perfect place to add shelves & stack cute dishes! I even keep a vintage crate beneath them that holds small boards & platters I use frequently. Swipe to see! So while it may look cluttered or messy to some, I get to enjoy seeing my collected pieces and have them at my fingertips too!

(Bunny plates from Homegoods)

#myvintagehome #homestyling #howihome #my100yearoldhome #makehomeyours #springdecorating #myneautralhome #cozycottage #bhghome #cornersofmyhome

Spring is popping up in my house…🐰🌷 Even t

Spring is popping up in my house…🐰🌷
Even though more consistent snow finally decided to show up. That’s Midwest weather for you!🤷‍♀️
I’m not going full-fledge Easter just yet, but a few touches and gentle nods toward a new season makes me happy! I get excited thinking about planting my garden, adding fresh cut blooms to my decor, making out my “treasure hunt list” so I’m ready when yard sales are in full swing! Even deep cleaning in early spring can be enjoyable…or at least satisfying. Candles that burn with fresh citrus or summer fruit aromas are becoming my preferred scent profiles once again, and I’m counting the minutes until I can swing open the windows & hear all the backyard sounds! Am I getting you in the mood for springtime yet?? We might have some winter left where I live but I’m ready to start freshening up my spaces for new things to come!🐰🌷Happy mid-week!!

#springiscoming #easterdecor #howihome #bhghome #frenchcountryhome #myhomeaesthetic #springdecor #cozycottagestyle #cottagestyle

Super Bowl Sunday vibes!💚🏈 Can you believe i

Super Bowl Sunday vibes!💚🏈
Can you believe it’s time for the big game already?? Whether you’re a football fanatic, a halftime watcher, “all about the food” OR all of the above…setting a festive spread can add to the fun! It doesn’t have to be hard to do either especially if you have a few reusable staples on hand! My pretty @solinohome linens make my table look game-day ready with no effort and I can use them all year long for many celebrations!
It’s also easy to elevate the simplest nibbles for the occasion and I’m sharing those details & links to all the goodies on the blog!💚🏈 Swipe to get a peek!
💚p.s. the color on this table is also a soft nod to who I’m routing for😉…although I honestly like both teams and expect it will be a great game no matter!!
Happy superbowl week!!🏈

#superbowlparty #gamedayfood #footballparty #tablestyling #superbowlcelebration #footballfun #howihome #entertainingathome #dinnerparty #appetizerideas #easyappetizers #bhgcelebrate

As January comes to an end… I’ll share a few s

As January comes to an end…
I’ll share a few snippets from around my home. This month was busy & slow at the same time. I’m still spinning my wheels a bit trying to get this new year off to a productive start but I’m getting there❤️ I’m still loving the cozy vibes of late winter but now thoughts of spring & summer joys are creeping into my head! So cheers to soaking up the last days of January and anticipation of things to come!
Happy almost February everyone!✨

#cornersofmyhome #myhomeaesthetic #howihome #heyhomehey #bhghome #my100yearoldhome #cozyhome #frenchcountryhome #myhomestyle #createcozy

“Flowers from the garden season” is one of my

“Flowers from the garden season” is one of my favorites. 🌷 Unfortunately it’s a few months away in my neck of the woods. Not that you can’t purchase fresh blooms all year round…but when you find affordable faux flowers that could potentially fool a florist, you pounce! I recently found the sweetest little rosebud bouquets in the valentine isles at Hobby Lobby. I thought they looked pretty darn real, with the exception of the sepal. If you’re not sure what that is (I didn’t know the term either) it’s the 5 little green “leaves” that are at the base of the bud. They looked a little “off” to me so I removed them! Swipe to see how they looked before a little trimming made them look better, in my opinion. ☺️
I used 4 bundles to fill my old crock but at 40% off they were a definite bargain. Plus they’ll never wilt!! So just a reminder to ditch the fear of altering an item to make it look just the way you want! I think these look just right for year-round enjoying! And at least until the real deal starts blooming in my garden!! Happy Monday!! 🩷

#frenchcountryhome #fauxflowers #cottagystyle #mycozyhome #cozycottagestyle #bhghome #howihome #heyhomehey #pinkroses #ihavethisthingwithpink

Beautiful, simple things… Spring blooms can’t

Beautiful, simple things…
Spring blooms can’t help but make a space more cheerful! Not to mention the aroma reminds us that spring will eventually get here!! (Even if the temps are sub zero!!) Thrifted baskets, grocery store blooms & a little moss was all it took to create this pretty centerpiece. Swipe to see how & where I used them as they came into fuller bloom! An effortless way to transition from a slightly wintery vibe to a spring one, naturally.
Great thing about bulbs, when these are finished blooming, I can tuck them away til the foliage dies back & plant them in my garden when it thaws. Since they were forced, they won’t re-bloom this spring, but next year I can enjoy them again! Gotta love double-duty beauty!!🌷
Happy Wednesday!!

#springflowers #springiscoming #myhomestyle #howihome #bhghome #makehomeyours #cozyhome #cottagestyle #frenchcountryhome

Customized Valentine’s Day decor you can create

Customized Valentine’s Day decor you can create in minutes using only 3 supplies??
Pop over to the blog to see how EASY it is to make a garland to fit your home using holiday bowl filler, a length of ribbon and pins! That’s it!! And you can effortlessly take it apart and use it as bowl filler or anything else afterwards! I fell for this neutral filler I found @aldiusa this week. It’s perfect for my home but I’ve linked several other options in the blog! So if you love pink or red or patterns…you can customize one just for you! 🩷🤍❤️🤎
DIY doesn’t have to be difficult, and it allows you to create something unique that will blend with your personal decor style & color palette!!
Hope you pop over to see. Happy quick & easy crafting! AND stay warm!!🤎

#diydecor #valentinesdaydecor #easyvalentinediy #howiholiday #neutraldecor #neutralvalentinesdecor #valentinesdecor #howihome #livecreatively

A little winter magic lingers in my dining room!❄️
I was about to pack up my tool box filled with a collection of bottlebrush trees and then two things happened: it snowed AND I found these adorable honeycomb snowmen on a clearance shelf while returning an Amazon package at Kohl’s! I love that they look wintery but not Christmasy so they’re perfect for extending the winter vibe in my home a little longer! ⛄️❄️ swipe to see how cute they are at night! Happy mid-week!!

#wintervibes #winterdecor #mycozyhome #cozycottagestyle #farmhousedecor #myneutralhome #bhghome #howihome #heyhomehey #cozyseason

My wish came true!!🩵❄️ Our first measurable

My wish came true!!🩵❄️
Our first measurable snow came over the weekend! It wasn’t a lot but I’ll take it!! I wish it happened before Christmas but since most of my outdoor decor is still up, I get to enjoy some belated magic!!❄️❄️Heres a little peek outside our door…

#firstsnow #mycurrenthomeview #winterwonderland #wherewedwell #my100yearoldhome #gardenviews #bhg #howihome #enchantedgarden

January mood…🤍❄️🤍 It’s challenging t

January mood…🤍❄️🤍
It’s challenging to create cozy vibes after all the holiday decor comes down…at least I think it is. I do love a fresh start but I feel like my house is in a weird transition. The snow generally comes about now where I am so it seems too early for all the spring colors & blooms just yet. And I love a snuggly winter vibe, but I’m also ready for anything remotely holiday to be packed away. So here’s a peek at my transition so far…everything shopped right from the house! The basket of faux blooms helps my mantle look less naked after the lush garlands came down! I’m thinking I just might add a few more😉
I’d love to know what your January go-to decor is!

#frenchcountryhome #mantledecor #cozycottage #cozyhome #howihaven #countrycottagestyle #makingmyhaven #makehomeyours #bhg #cozycottagestyle

Happy New Year!!🥳A few days late! I’m trying

Happy New Year!!🥳A few days late!
I’m trying to get organized after holiday celebrations, trips & lazy family time! So I started with my desk…grabbing this cute nut/candy bowl to now hold office supplies! A fun way to reuse my serving pieces when I’m not entertaining!💚
I took a long social media break over the holidays & as much as I miss what’s going on with all of you, it has become a semi-regular routine that I find so helpful in staying present & grounded in my offline life! It’s challenging too, it takes a little willpower to stay offline, and might not be for everyone, but I do enjoy periods where I’m not thinking of how something will be photographed, or taking the extra time to film…but just enjoying the actual moments.
That said, there’s so many wonderful things about this media community!! I’I feel so grateful when I am online that I get to see such lovely friends and creatives who not only share inspiration & brilliant ideas but also so much support, encouragement & joy!❤️❤️ I truly thank you!!🥰 Cheers to a fresh & happy 2025!

#howihome #heyhomehey #getorganized #myhomestyle #cozycottage #cornersofmyhome #makingmyhaven #makehomeyours #bhg #organize

The final countdown is on!!🎅🏻 I can’t wrap

The final countdown is on!!🎅🏻
I can’t wrap my head around the fact that this is the last full week before Christmas! I’m pretty sure everyone feels the same…so I pulled together a few of my favorite AND easy holiday ideas today on the blog! From simple centerpieces to sweet treats and even gift wrap inspo…they’re all easy and affordable to pull off quick! I hope you find a little something that may make your holiday extra festive without extra stress!🎄⛄️
I’ll be taking a little time off next week to enjoy Christmas with my family. I’ll post stories & try to keep up this week😅 but I’m going to unplug next week so I can fully soak up all the holiday joys! So I want to wish you all the happiest of holidays a few days early! May you enjoy all the preparations & traditions, time with family & friends, and have many heartwarming moments throughout the season!! ❤️

#howiholiday #christmasideas #holidaydiy #deckthehalls #christmasiscoming #christmasdecor #cozychristmas #christmasfood #christmasbaking #bhgholiday

One of the many things I love about Christmas is g

One of the many things I love about Christmas is gathering around a holiday table! I often gravitate towards a fairly casual setting but I still want it to look pretty & definitely festive! 🎄On the blog today I’m sharing some simple tabletop ideas I’m using that might help you set your holiday table this year too! Easy details go a long way in making a big impact…so I hope you check it out! Cheers to pretty tables that aren’t hard to create!!❤️

#christmasdecorating #christmastable #christmasiscoming #howiholiday #cozychristmas #christmastraditions #myholiday #bhgholiday #easyholidayideas #farmhousechristmas

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