Monday, October 9, 2017

Best Pumpkin Display Ever!

This photo from Better Homes and Gardens is the best pumpkin display ever, agreed? I would have loved being there to see them set it up.

Sunday, October 8, 2017

Path of Pebbles and Brick

This path makes my heart sing! It is so charming and old fashioned. It has stood the test of time and has aged beautifully within this lovely walled garden. Do want! via

Saturday, October 7, 2017

Sorting The Pumpkins

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I passed a pumpkin patch near my cottage recently but it was nothing like this. The pumpkins were picked and put into HUGE boxes for transporting to a local farm market. I like this arrangement better where they are being sorted and sold on site. Have you purchased your pumpkins yet? Enjoy the long Columbus Day weekend. xo

Friday, October 6, 2017

Bookshelves under the stairs

I am always attracted to storage under the stairs and I love these open bookcases. tumblr photo

Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Beautiful Barn Owl

He's posing for the photographer, showing off his beautiful feathers and handsome face. via

Sunday, October 1, 2017

Stunning Dutch Door w/ Screen Door

Look at this! I have never loved a door more! I have never seen one flanked by double hung windows. The brass box lock and the strap hinges are nice period details. via

Ticking Slipcovers

I have always been a fan of blue and white stripped ticking. These dining room chairs look so nice in this fabric but it must have been an expensive project unless the owner sewed them herself. They would look better around a larger table or as stand alone chairs somewhere else. via 
Can you believe it's October already? I have always said that the summer drags by and after Labor Day the days fly by and all of a sudden it's Christmas. See what I mean? It's true, so start getting ready! Smile.

Saturday, September 30, 2017

Quirky Buildings in Paris

Photo by Dawne Polis
Where there's a will, there's a way. Somehow these two buildings got squeezed in and they are are all the more charming because they are not ordinary.

Gorgeous House and Setting

Simply wonderful house in the perfect setting. The addition on the right would be perfect for me. Have a great weekend. via

Friday, September 29, 2017

Screen Door Love

The time has come to take down the screen door and put up the storm door in my area but it's nearly summer in Australia. I love the way the this one matches the panels in the solid door. So nice. I don't think I have ever seen mint green as a front door paint color but it looks very nice here. via
Have a great weekend.

Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Laundry Room, Dog Bath, Dog Bed

This laundry room has it all. A place to bathe the dog or rinse off your muddy boots, a place for the dog to nap, and stacking full-size washer and dryer. So nice. via
Laundry Room Design: Neat and Tidy
A simple rearrangement of task areas takes advantage of vertical space to make cleanup easier for both two- and four-legged family members
Photograph by Ricky Rhodes

Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Great Living Room, Nice Floors

I like this cozy setting around the fireplace flanked by French doors. The bookcase is perfect and I love these floors! via

Ivy and Brick in Charleston SC

I love this photo, especially the brick entrance walls topped with pineapple finials. The ironwork is lovely too as is the ivy on the townhouse. via

Monday, September 25, 2017

Lovely Hallway

I like it all. The painted floor, the high ceiling, the shiplap wall, the glazed door and the room beside. via

Greek Revival Cottage in NC

This charming Greek Revival cottage is located in Warren County, North Carolina. Somehow these cottages keep finding me so I can share them with you!
This image was taken by Watson Brown. You can find him on Instagram at @planterboy
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Sunday, September 24, 2017

Owl Garden Art from Recycled Objects

Recycled ranch relics - by Ron Smith, USA. The birds like this owl and so do I. Have a great Sunday; it's going to be hot here getting up to 88°.

Saturday, September 23, 2017

Amazing Before and After 1820 Renovation

If you look closely, this cottage is still the same, just better. Most people would have torn it down, right? Aren't you glad they had the vision to see what it could be, again? I'm so happy for the cottage and the new owners. It's fabulous! 1820 Historic Mississippi Farmhouse read the article and see interior photos too. Stunning restoration! See many more photos at Country Living Magazine.

Friday, September 22, 2017

Rabbit Warren

Oh my goodness, how very sweet. Have you ever seen anything cuter? I always thought rabbit warrens were much deeper. I count six sleeping bunnies looking so peaceful. Have a great weekend. Happy first partial day of fall too. It was quite hot here today, around 88° and the weekend will be hot as well. We had a cool August and now we are having a hot fall. xo