Coffee with Interior Designer and TV Host Holly Holden
I was thrilled to receive a copy of Holly's book, The Pretty and Proper Living Room. The past few mornings I have picked it up to read another chapter.
A drive through Boylston, West Boylston, and Bolton MA
A drive through Historic Bolton and West Bolton, Massachusetts. Two New England towns focused on preserving their history and homes.
Fabulous New England Style Foyers
Other than the front of your home, such as your front door or porch, your entryway is a way of sharing who you are with guests, while saying "welcome come in". Please enjoy our story and a few photos of fabulous foyers.
Green, White, and Brown design inspiration by Mother Nature.
Mother Nature has always been an inspiration to me when it comes to home and party decorating. Here you will see a couple of photos we took of green and white foliage along with brown butterflies.
What does your favorite color mean and what does it say about you?
Have you ever wondered what your favorite color means? I did, so I pulled together this list to share.
How to Make Pink Champagne Cupcakes
Are you look for how to make delicious and easy pink Champagne cupcakes with Champagne buttercream frosting? Then follow this link! If I can do it, you can do it! I guarantee these are easy cupcakes to make.
Tips for hosting a dinner party at home
How to host a dinner party at home. Planning a dinner party at home? Here are a few simple tips to help you lessen the stress.
You know you’re from New England if…. Are you a descendant of those arriving on the Mayflower in Plymouth, MA?
A list of Mayflower passengers and some well known descendants. Are you possibly related?
Creating a moon garden in New England
It's never too early to start planning a moon garden to catch and reflect the light of the moon.
Waking to fresh flowers and coffee - simple New England pleasures to start the day
There is just something about waking to the smell of coffee brewing and walking into the kitchen to see fresh flowers on the kitchen island. Purchasing a bunch of flowers at a local farm stand, florist, or grocery store is one of my simple pleasures, especially during ...
Egg Nog French Toast Casserole with a Sugared Pecan Praline Topping
Feeding a crowd for breakfast and want to make a baked French Toast ahead of time or how about Baked Egg Nog French Toast? Both Recipes have been posted here.
A New England Fall Cocktail Recipe - Apple and Peach Sangria
This peach and apple sangria recipe was originally created in the fall to usher in September and kickoff the start of my autumn decorating and cooking, but this would be just as delicious as a spring or summer cocktail. I would just leave out the cinnamon stick.
Fixing a 100 year old New England mirror that was made in Connecticut
My DIY project of fixing a 100 year old antique eagle mirror
Wallpaper companies that are great for old New England historic homes
Wallpaper ideas and suppliers for old historic homes.
Deep-Rooted In Old New England's History, Including The Boston Tea Party
Finding out how deep my ancestral roots are in New England is just one reason I love our six-state region. It sure does make living in New England an adventure..
Spring 2018 Pantone Colors - The Perfect Classic New England Color Palette
Inspired by Pantone 2018 Spring colors. The color palette of navy, creams, white, and sand are classic colors to use in New England style interiors.
A New England Christmas on Cape Cod - A weekend in Osterville, MA
A Christmas weekend on Cape Cod in Osterville, MA
Christmas Ornaments with cocktails inside!
How to create cocktails in ornaments - Ornamentinis - for your holiday party.
Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe and Royal Icing Recipe
How to make Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing