So you made it through Christmas and sailed past New Year. Without the holiday decorations, the house feels empty. Your home needs some attention! We’re in the weird decorating limbo between Christmas and spring. Winter is a slower time for many, and we find ourselves with less on our plates than during other times of […]

Generally speaking, selling a house over the holidays is NOT an easy feat. Rest assured, there can be some advantages to having your house on the market during the last part of the year. For one thing, there are fewer homes on the market during the winter, which will ensure that your home will receive […]

The holidays bring people together, both friends and family alike. Although we gather periodically in many different places – from the kitchen to the back porch – much of the focus is on the dining room table. The table is where we eat, share, create conversation, laugh, and make memories. In homes across the world, […]

At Christmas, our goal as the holiday host or hostess is to create an atmosphere that inspires joy and helps create lasting memories. However, the holiday is celebrated for so much longer than just one day. Decorations often go up early and are enjoyed for several weeks leading up to Christmas. There is a deep […]

A Utah interior designer helps inspire front porch ideas for Christmas this year.    What is the first thing you see when you visit your friends and family during the holidays? Before ever getting to the smells and the twinkling lights, the rooms full of laughter and conversation, and the celebration, you must walk through […]

Is it your turn to host Thanksgiving or Christmas this year? We all know that hosting a holiday party is a lot of work! Not only does the home or other venue have to be cleaned and accommodating, but the meal needs preparation (which in itself is a feat). Of course, setting the table worthy […]

Is it ever too early to decorate for Christmas?   This question has been at the forefront of everyone’s minds (and the topic of some epic social media debates) since Halloween. Do you decorate before blowing out the jack-o-lantern Halloween night or you wait until after Thanksgiving? It seems the only thing anyone can agree […]

Lighting does more for your home besides provide light for you to accomplish your daily tasks safely. Whether intentionally or not, your lighting sets the mood for the entire room. Without proper lighting, even great decor can look less-than-appealing! Let’s take a look at how to get the best ambient lighting:  What is Ambient Lighting? […]

It’s happened to the best of us. You’ve walked into the hardware store to replace your light bulb only to be overwhelmed by the vast selection. Isn’t a light bulb just a light bulb? You’re probably wondering what is the best light bulb for your kitchen, bathroom, living room, or any other room in the […]

Is your kitchen the real heart of the home? If you spend your evenings creating home-cooked meals for your family and holidays baking delicious baked goods, you are in good company! I love a great recipe as much as the next person, but it also means that my kitchen countertops undergo a lot of wear […]