Posts by Katherine
Creating a Closet Organization System Out of Chaos
I have a confession to make: my entryway closets look like this! Golly that is terrible! Somehow seeing the photos actually makes it worse. There is absolutely no organization going on here just a jumble of cleaning supplies, coats, shoes, lunch boxes, and pet paraphernalia. Some things are still in moving boxes for heaven’s sake,…
Read MoreA Gracious Traditional Dining Room
We have been in our new house almost 10 months! Wow! I can hardly believe it. We have accomplished so much least of which is new wiring, new kitchen appliances (the old ones all quit within about a week-ha), and about 40% of the wallpaper is gone! I’ve been slowly working on decorating plans for…
Read MoreThe Statement Sleeve
Sleeves…Sleeves..Sleeves…Have you noticed the added attention the sleeve is getting lately? Whether they are frilled, flounced, slit, beribboned, or bell shaped the statement sleeve is back! Embellished sleeves maybe trendy, but they are certainly not new, harkening back to earlier fashion eras, particularly the Cavalier period. I’m loving the statement sleeve, especially bell shaped sleeves…
Read MoreThe War in Syria
One of my personal resolutions this year is to appreciate everyday beauty, and for me that means noticing and being grateful for the little things in my life as well as the big things. With the recent coverage of the Syrian Refugee Crisis, I have been reminded just how lucky I am to have these…
Read MoreHost a Glamorous Golden Globes Party
Invite your girlfriends over for a glamorous Golden Globes party: ogle the red carpet looks; munch on some healthy and decadent snacks; and pop the bubbly. Awards show season is here! Kick it off with a bang by hosting a viewing party for the 74th Annual Golden Globes. From tassel garland and giant gold balloons…
Read MoreDear 2017…
It’s that time of year – time for reflection and setting goals! Do New Year’s resolutions ever really stick? What’s that they say about the best laid plans? But seriously, I do think it is important to take stock of where you’ve been, what you’ve accomplished, and where you want to go as we…
Read More5 Holiday Storage Hacks
Try these 5 holiday storage hacks to organize your Christmas decor We leave our Christmas decor up until after New Year’s Day. I don’t decorate until after Thanksgiving, and I’m just never ready to take it down right away. I love the festive feeling it gives our home too much! The week and weekend after…
Read MoreHow to Style a Party Bar Cart with FTD
Now that Christmas is over, it’s time to start planning your New Year’s Eve party! No celebration is complete without a stylish party bar cart to carry the affair throughout the night. They are an essential entertaining tool – both chic and functional! With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, it is time to…
Read MoreA Bubbly Blackberry Cocktail
Ring in the New Year with a Bubbly Blackberry Cocktail blended with Champagne, St. Germain, and Vodka. There is nothing more delightful and charming than a glass of bubbly. It is sparkly and refreshing, not to mention the lovely glassware in which champagne is served. Then there is the pop of the cork, which is…
Read MoreRed and White Christmas Table with a Paperwhite Centerpiece
Set an elegant red and white Christmas table with a paperwhite centerpiece for Christmas dinner Paperwhites are my favorite winter flower. They are simply gorgeous and so delicate. They smell divine too. This year instead of only using them on a side table, I placed them centerstage in my red and white Christmas table and…
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