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Color is the third element we are learning about in our ELEMENTS OF DESIGN SERIES. Although some might think color is a straightforward topic, let me say, it is NOT! Not by a long shot! Color is complex with both emotional, psychological and physical ties to our very selves. Let’s talk about the elements of design……
Happy New Year’s Eve, FRIENDS! Whatever you do please stay safe. I’m having a New Year’s Eve dinner and slumber party right here at StoneGable. Just a few close couples enjoying great food, a bit of bubbly, fun and games (Mexican Train Dominoes, of course), a good night’s sleep and a big New Year’s Day…
This year’s Christmas decorating had lots of trees, little houses with shiny rooves and a bit of glitz and sparkle! Yesterday I shared the first part o my Siver And Gold Christmas Home Tour and today I’m taking you to the back part of our home. It’s a bit more casual and comfy!…
Here at StoneGable, we are in full Christmas mode. This year I’m planning for lots of family Christmas day! Lots of young adults and kids and little ones. I recently got an email from a reader about feeding a crowd on Christmas day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. And I thought many of you…
Hi Friends! I hope you had a very Happy Thanksgiving! Now let’s take the festive glow of Thursday and build on it and get ready for Christmas! I have the best, why-didn’t-I-think-of-that post today! This Christmas we should all say, the stockings were hung… the easy way! Because they will be! You will LOVE this…
Every porch needs a dog at Christmas! Even if you don’t have one… borrow one! This is Beau the Wonderdog. He belongs to my son Christopher and his family but we share him very often. Today I’m also sharing something of mine with you! The Christmas porch at StoneGable. I hope you get lots of ideas…
Do you decorate around a certain theme every Christmas? I do, and this year’s theme is Winter Wonderland. I’m using lots of white and a bit of gold and silver. And lots and lots of tiny lights and candles. This year at StoneGable Christmas is going glam! I can’t wait to show you this year’s…
Company’s coming in 20 minutes and it looks like your Christmas decorations have exploded all over your home. Don’t panic. Fake clean it! You will love this post! It is especially timely now when we are so uber busy! I’m sharing a gem of a secret… HOW TO FAKE CLEAN YOUR HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
I have such an easy WOW factor centerpiece to show you today! I used produce from the produce aisle of my local grocery store and created an edible Thanksgiving centerpiece. The nice thing is I can pull it apart and use the produce in my meals all week! Easy peasy, beautiful, and so economical. You…
When your doorbell rings are you excited to answer the door or are you frantically running around clearing a path to get to the door? No matter what time or day our foyers should be company ready! And really, once you have it in tip-top order it is easy to keep it that way. Let’s…
Setting a table is one of my favorite things to do… and better yet if it is al fresco! Over the years I’ve been collecting dinnerware and linens and accessories in just a few colors so I can turn all these items into endless and interesting tablescapes. My favorite colors to collect are blue…
Today I’m sharing some of my very favorite decor tips. My head swims with decor ideas all the time!!!! So much so that turning my mind off is often a no-go especially when I try to sleep! You don’t need to be an interior designer to have a beautiful home that reflects you and your…
Recently, my master bedroom got BEAUTIFUL new curtains. And I realized there is a whole lot that goes into choosing curtains for a room. Curtains, although they mostly play a supportive role in the beauty and comfort of our homes, have a role to play. There are so so many options for adorning…
This post is sponsored by THIRD LIVING I have some really smart and stylish spring and summer bedding tips for you today. Do you keep the same bedding on your bed all year round? If you do you might want to rethink it. Not only for a beautiful bedroom but for a great night’s…
One of my favorite things about Spring and Easter are the beautiful organic decorations and arrangements and vignette to be made! And the sweet, little Easter Egg arrangement I’m sharing today is my favorite. So easy to make and just think of all the fun possibilities! Group them together down the center of the…
This Easter I’m using the bounty of early spring things to set an easy, airy table. Easter will be here before we know it and it’s time to think about setting an Easter table. Don’t you love early spring? Nests and eggs and sleepy twigs waking up and bursting with delicate buds! Such a…
Last week I had a few friends over for a spur of the minute soup bar! We had so much fun. And I am so glad I did it! I know we all lead such busy lifestyles and inviting friends or family for a meal is sometimes daunting! So try something much easier and…
The big party is over! And now it’s time to clean up the remnants of the a-fabulous-time-was-had-by-all! A party or big gathering can be a blast but it can also wreak havoc on your home. I’m not talking about the kind of mess from Animal House, but let’s face it… parties, holidays or big…
Hi, Friends! Today is Practically Speaking. And I have a topic near and dear to me and my home. Did you know there is no such thing as a perfect home? However, so many home decorators strive for just that. No wonder we get frustrated and even embarrassed about how our home looks sometimes. Many…
I have the perfect appetizer or compliment to any meal for the Christmas season! It looks like a Christmas tree but is much tastier! Made of assorted cheeses and grapes, this fun tree is not only pretty to look at but will feed a crowd! Are you entertaining this Christmas? Then you should think…