Tag Archives: Fall

Making Memories At Home

Hello October! Fall arrived with a few changes at home.  We sent our youngest off to college.  Thankful for the pups keeping me company. My sons are spending more time at home and we are enjoying fresh cider and warm donuts … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Chic: DIY Faux Pineapple Finials

Pineapples are a symbol of hospitality.  I often see carved-wood finials of pineapples on fence posts throughout New England.  They are so charming.   We live in a Cape-Cod style house so I wanted to duplicate a similar look for … Continue reading

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Welcome back! Refreshed And Ready To Roll

Welcome back! While summer has been relaxing, I am glad to be back blogging. Feeling refreshed, I attended a few events in New York City and visited the opening night party at the Hampton Designer Showhouse presented by Traditional Home (more to … Continue reading

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Friday Flowers

Happy Friday!  My Halloween decorations are  put away and now I’m getting ready for  Thanksgiving.   I love the colors of the season.  One way I spread seasonal cheer at home is with flowers.  They’re not large expensive arrangements, but easy to make small … Continue reading

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What to Wear: Fab Coats

November is here and the leaves continue to fall.  I’m enjoying the simple pleasures of the season: savoring the cinnamon in my hot coco in the afternoon, making small flower arrangements to celebrate the season, and getting outside for a walk. Part … Continue reading

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This or That: Pumpkin Spice

This time of year, I love the colors and flavors of the season, especially pumpkin spice.   Whether in the kitchen or personal style, it’s a great time to enjoy autumn.  What’s your preference? THIS OR, THAT Williams-Sonoma,  Polyvore  

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Fall Urn Decorating

Go big with a stunning and dramatic urn planter: fall cabbage, sweet potato vine, mums. A beautiful combination of branches, cabbage, and large pumpkin. After the blooms are dry, plants add texture and color for a second look. Curb appeal with … Continue reading

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Nesting: A Peek Into Fall

Hi, I’m back from driving my sons to college.  I miss them already.  My work has doubled, between getting their dormrooms ready and purging their rooms at home.  All work and no play, is boring. Escaping to the shops for a  peek at what fall has … Continue reading

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Inspired By Fall

I love this time of year and all that it brings –beautiful window boxes, amazing design inspiration, great recipes, fun fashion, and  pumpkins everywhere.     Have a wonderful weekend. Images: 1/   2 /   3 /   4  /   5

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