I can’t believe Thrifting with the Gals has been in full swing for almost a year. We’ve had so much fun, and I’ve really enjoyed sharing it all with you here and on Instagram. As we finish this year, I’m excited to join the gals today in sharing our last Thrifting with the Gals round-up, a…
Transform your home into a cozy retreat with a ski lodge fireplace look. Discover decorating tips and ideas to bring warm, rustic charm to your space. Welcome to the second Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Series post on creating a cozy ski lodge fireplace in your home this holiday season. Pro Tip Find more vintage ski…
Three years ago I decided to start a new holiday tradition of decorating our Christmas front door at our home in Coastal Maine with three wreaths, as my mother had done on her first Christmas in the home 30 years ago. Check out our Coastal Maine Heritage | Embracing My Roots here. And follow the…
A couple of years ago I designed this small warm and cozy conversation room just off our dining room to enjoy with guests after dinner in the winter months. Our home has an open floor plan here in Vermont and this space was really looking for something special. Antique Pine Hutch I found this pine…
Decorating with old salvaged windows can add instant charm and cottage style to any home. Their rustic character, chippiness, and versatility make them so easy to work with as well. Brass Candlesticks in the Window While out “Thrifting with the Gals” a few weeks ago at a new shop in town, Finial & Parquet, this…
Embrace the Halloween spirit with creative decorating ideas. Find inspiration for dressing up skeletons and creating spooky displays. The Halloween spirit started when we heard we had kiddos ready to revisit us for Halloween. That means… It was time to grab some skeletons from the basement and a few heads, wigs, hats, black cats, etc.,…
How to assemble a small charcuterie board and platter with selected Vermont cheeses and maple syrups, all with a wonderful vintage flair. We all love an amazing charcuterie board, don’t we? Living in Vermont, we get our fix of cheese every day, and our go-to place for all things cheese is always the Vermont Country…
Embracing summer’s end is always so nostalgic, isn’t it? As I took my last summer walk on the beach before heading back to our home in Vermont for fall and winter, I was gently reminded of my mother and all that my parents have given to me, including a childhood here in coastal Maine. Summer’s…
The best coastal curtains for living room. Discover the history and craftsmanship behind these vintage nautical drapes, sure to inspire you! Coastal Curtains for Living Room Coastal-themed curtains can bring a relaxed and beachy vibe to your living room. When choosing coastal curtains for your living room, consider the overall color scheme and style of…