September 6, 2022 Home Decor

Popular Antelope Prints in Home Decor – Sources and Ideas

Antelope prints in home decor – always a popular topic around here.

Re-posting this here today as it’s the last day to take advantage of the sale prices of the linked Ballard Design options below!

Also sometimes referred to as deer or fawn prints, these antelope prints are also one of my favorite patterns, as you can clearly see.

Classic Antelope Print on stairs

Antelope Prints in Home Decor

I get so many questions about this chic print, especially our stair runners.

Today I thought I’d just go ahead and dedicate a whole post to this classic pattern.

Trends by their very nature, come and go…and then usually circle back again!

However, just like in fashion – there are some things that truly never really go out of style.

Of course I’m talking about antelope prints in home decor.

This nature inspired neutral pattern complements SO many different interior design styles, it’s no wonder it’s so popular.

If you too love this perennially stylish print, today’s  post will be right up your ally.

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August 24, 2022 Fashion

Best Looking Fall Fashion Finds Under $100.

It’s that time of year again.

Talking fall fashion finds under $100. today…

women's fall navy long sleeve topNavy Charlotte Terry Top

 

 

Fall Fashion Finds Under $100

 

I’ve been doing a bit of a wardrobe overhaul.

Suddenly all of my jeans just look wrong.

While I still feel I’ll wear a pair of skinny jeans, I want only high waist options these days.

 

Anyway, all this to say I’ve been browsing  a few of my favorite fashion sites a lot more than usual.

With a focus on some great budget friendly fall wardrobe staples, I’ve been shopping up a cyber storm.

During all this time on fashion retail sites, I’ve come across some fabulous fall fashion finds under $100.

From cute blouses, a cozy sweater to sunglasses and more– there are so many great pieces to choose from and you don’t need to spend a lot of money.

Today, I thought I’d share some of the best of these affordable pieces here.

Fall Trends and Outfit Ideas

Starting with the cutest Navy long sleeve top above.

Perfect for those casual fall outfits when you want to look put together and comfortable all at the same time.

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August 23, 2022 Get the Look

Why You Should Paint Your Hardwood Floors – 5 Great Reasons!

Paint your hardwood floors?

Is this a good idea?

Sometimes, yes…you should!

Whether it’s a living room, kitchen floor, dining room, etc. painting your hardwood floor could be an excellent choice.

Here are five reasons why painting your hardwood floors is a great idea.

As for the images, these are all examples of various painted wood floors we’ve done in our home!

painted hardwood floors in poolhouseCheckerboard painted wood floor from our former home in New York.

Paint Your Hardwood Floors?

Refreshing your home’s look with a can of paint color is a tried and true re-decorating method.

One I love to talk about over here.

However, when you think about painting, you’re likely picturing a fresh coat of paint for the walls or doors or maybe even a piece of furniture.

We’ve discussed ceiling paints, kitchen cabinet paint colors, various Benjamin Moore interior paint wall colors and even trim and baseboard paint colors...

Not to mention, one of my favorite paint projects, our high gloss blue butler’s pantry!

So, it seems only natural to talk about this type of paint – floor painting today!

Especially because I happen to love this look.

As it happens, you can dramatically change your entire home’s look with an unexpected application of paint to your hardwood floors.

It might seem like an unlikely project, but painting your hardwood floors is a perfectly reasonable decorative paint idea.

It allows you to give your floors a refresh without spending too much time or money on the process.

So, if you’re considering a new home project, below are 5 good reasons why you should paint your hardwood floors.

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