love these beautiful butcher blocks that Elspeth at Willcoxon Designs uses to add work space and interest to her projects. Her unique twist is that she custom designs the table bases for antique English butcher blocks. I would love one of these Lovelies to sit beside my new range and solve two design problems–lack of…
inally, the Kitchen renovation of the Atlanta house is underway. I have been waiting for some good progress to post on this–wiring, plumbing, steel beams and structure work are just a little boring. My next few posts will be about the progress on this total renovation–without the drywall dust of course. (Even Janie and Daisy…
hat about an afternoon break sitting on this very inviting swing! This linen upholstered lovely was featured on a front Entry porch designed by D. Estes Antiques Etc of Cashiers, North Carolina. The swing is surrounded by Black-eyed Susan, topiaries and charming floral arrangements. I particularly love the rustic rail of the porch and the…
yster gloves and knives were standing ready for the birthday oyster roast we enjoyed in Savannah, Georgia this week. The scenery, food, family and friends were all wonderful! Enjoy the pictures of the Inter-Coastal Waterway along with Wormsloe Plantation and the Beautiful Isle of Hope. The homes on the Isle of Hope are just as…
ozy corners for reading, sipping tea or just dreaming—they are simply the best kept secret indulgence of every friend I know. I would love to curl up in any of these warm, charming corners and enjoy the day—maybe blogging. I must have a thing for Cozy Corners—all of these pictures were already in my photo…
id you ever wonder what to do with that large, or very large, black box in your room? You will love this decorating idea. Hide the TV behind antique French Doors! These doors are mounted onto a built-in cabinet in a Kitchen/Family room. The next time you find a great door or pair of doors—buy…
aint, paint and more paint—I said it before and I’ll say it again: I love a beautiful, painted floor. I found this floor in Cashiers, North Carolina, at the Cashiers Decorator Show House. The large diagonal stripes are charcoal gray on a rich cream colored floor—a wonderful combination. This simple design is so sophisticated and…