Explore the beauty of snow days on the New England seacoast and reminisce about childhood memories and traditions from a cottage in Maine. Snow Days on the Maine Seacoast Cedar Shakes Cottage in Maine Snow days on the Maine seacoast are just so beautiful! It’s a fond remembrance of the storms from my childhood, digging…
This is my first year with an artificial Christmas tree, a flocked tree, and one from King of Christmas. So far, I have been enjoying it. It was super easy to set up, and it looks so beautiful. I’m not missing the falling pine needles or daily waterings this year. And I can light a…
I have been so looking forward to my visit with the “Traveling TeaCup“, which is a gorgeous pink and green teacup that has been traveling throughout the country making friends with everyone it meets. Barbara from Mantel and Table Blog came up with this fun idea and photo challenge to share a teacup and make…
Photo Credit: Vintage Market Days Vintage markets are just made for the fall, don’t you agree? I look forward to the Vintage Market Days Vermont every fall. October is such a season of transition not only for the time of the year that it is but for home decor too. “The itch to switch” is…
Enhance your home with the warmth of a fireside hearth and home. Learn how to set a stunning table in front of a roaring fireplace. Fireside Hearth and Home A fireside hearth refers to the area directly in front of a fireplace where the fire is contained. It is typically made of durable and fire-resistant…
It’s Labor Day weekend, and my mind is starting to drift to cooler and cozy decor, starting with this guest bedroom on the first floor of our Coastal Maine Home. This has been my favorite room in the house to decorate, and I’m excited to share a few fun finds with you here today, too!…
I’m so excited you are here today joining me at our Coastal Maine Home with our blue and white late-summer tablescape! Every year, I get that pit in my stomach when I start to see summer coming to a close. Fall is my favorite time of the year, but being here in coastal Maine for…
Transform your coastal home with cedar shake shingle siding. Learn how to restore and maintain these classic and long-lasting wood shingles. Traditional Cedar Shake Siding Cedar siding is exterior cladding made from wooden shingles or shakes cut from cedar trees, unlike the popular yet low-maintenance vinyl cedar shakes. It is a popular choice for homeowners…
Learn how to create a stunning vintage centerpiece using a cute wire basket and fresh-cut wildflowers. This centerpiece will add a touch of rustic charm to your home decor. My favorite second-hand shop, The Cottage by the Brook in Walpole, NH, recently reopened for the season, and I was thrilled to stop by on a…