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Happy New Year, friends! I’ve gotten so many emails recently from StoneGable readers wondering how I am doing and some wondering where I’ve been. I thought today would be the perfect opportunity to update you on the all that has been going on here at StoneGable. And keep you in the “loop” with things to…
Christmas is getting very close! What a busy time of year, right? There’s gift buying and gift wrapping, and cookie baking and partygoing and lots and lots and tons of decking the halls! Sometimes, I must confess, I can get so wrapped up in all the “getting ready” I forget what I am getting…
Farmhouse style is white hot right now! But, what IS farmhouse style? What defines it? How do we get the look? Do you have to live on a farm? Let’s start out by saying that farmhouse style is more of an attitude or a way of life than a style these days. Once farmhouse style…
Decorating with baskets is a pretty way to add extra storage, lots of texture and interest to any room! But not just baskets! Crates and trays and other containers are both fabulous and functional decor! Let’s decorate with baskets and more!
Since Thanksgiving is just around the corner I thought we would talk tablescapes! I don’t know about you, but I get weak in the knees when I see a beautiful tablescape. Whether simple and relaxed or fancy and elegant… well thought out tables with fun surprising touches are a delight to sit down to! So,…
Dear readers… this Sunday Scripture is very different that my usual Sunday post. It is the retelling of one of the most important events that happened to me when I was in Israel. This is the second part and conclusion of the story. Part one can be read by clicking HERE. I hope all who take…
Wailing Wall~ Jerusalem, Israel  My dear readers… today’s Sunday scripture is very different than usual.  This Sunday Scripture  will be in two parts. Part I today and Part II next Sunday. It is the true account of one of the most profound lessons God taught me when I was in Israel. It is a…
If you are in your home right now and you are reading this I want you to look up from the computer and take a good look around your room. A good l-o-n-g look. Come on do it… I’ll wait! What do you see? Now look around your room again and find one thing you…
Is your foyer guest friendly? Do you have a place for guest to hang a coat or hat, leave a purse or a wet umbrella? There are so many easy options for creating a little area other than a coat closet or a chair that can provide your guests with a place to drop things…
I have a very simple but important question to ask you today… DID YOU MAKE YOUR BED THIS MORNING? If you did various studies have shown that you are more likely to be happier, get a better night’s sleep, be more productive, have a better sense of well-being and stick to a budget better than…
Once in a while, I hit on a brilliant idea, mostly out of necessity! When my serving space, during an outdoor dinner party, became cramped, I thought of other cheese board ideas and came up with “going vertical”. This vertical appetizer was the hit of the evening! It was so easy! I’ll show you how…
I have a not-so-secret crush on outdoor rugs! They can define a space outside and make it an outdoor room. They are so so durable and most importantly (well, maybe not the most important) they are fabulous and pretty! Oh and one more thing… they are often very reasonably priced! Did you know that I not…
Farmhouse style is white hot right now! But, what IS farmhouse style? What defines it? How do we get the look? Do you have to live on a farm? Let’s start out by saying that farmhouse style is more of an attitude or a way of life than a style these days. Once farmhouse style…
SUMMER is officially here! I hope you are all enjoying the beauty of the season! Planting outdoor pots and eating al fresco! Spending time on porches and patios and maybe even dipping your toes into a pool or body of water. Summer is easy-going and a little more laid back! Wouldn’t you love to bring…
I always say that my kitchen is the workhorse of my home! If you are like me, kitchen counter space is precious. Have you ever cleared everything off your counters and thoughtfully decided put back only what you need before adding anything else? Kitchen counters need to work for you and not just be places…
We love to celebrate holidays and seasons and big events here at StoneGable! What could be better than celebrating the resurrection of our Savior? Easter is a favorite time for our family and friends to gather! How blessed we are to worship together, be surprised by an Easter Basket and share Easter dinner! I’m starting…
I’m planning a fun dinner party for 8! Nothing over the top fancy, but a meal that will scrumptious and easy to prepare! The key to a perfect party is to be organized, make lists, do as much as you can in advance and enjoy your guests! I love to have dinner parties! But I…
All tea drinkers raise your hand! I thought so! So many people love the delicious, soothing flavor and tradition of drinking tea. Well, you are in for a treat today! Even if you are not an avid tea drinker this post could make you one! I bet most of you have never had a cup…
It’s time to be thinking about setting our Thanksgiving tables. Even if you are not hosting it’s fun to set a pretty table now and enjoy it until turkey day! This year I was inspired by natural elements like blue and white pumpkins, seeded eucalyptus, pinecones and acorns. These all work together to make a…
A couple weeks ago I attended a wedding and a funeral all within 24 hours. I was so struck by the similarities of both! Yes, I could find many common threads between these two momentous occasions. First, they were both Christian affairs. God glorifying and uplifting! They were both in a church and guest were…