Are you looking for creative flower arrangement ideas? Create a unique flower vase using an old oil lamp. Learn how to repurpose this vintage decor item for beautiful at-home floral arrangements. Transform vintage oil lamps into stunning flower vases that add a touch of elegance to your home. With their unique shapes and rich history,…
Elevate your fall decor this season. With these table ideas, creating a festive grazing table for any occasion is easy with Mackenzie Childs. Who is MacKenzie-Childs? MacKenzie-Childs is known for its luxe handcrafted ceramic and enamel tableware, furniture, home and garden decor. The brand is famous for its distinctive designs that combine vibrant colors and…
Let’s visit a bit on this September long weekend about a few decorating ideas, thrifted finds, vintage shopping, what’s trending, and a few other random happenings. September Long Weekend | Labor Day The days and nights are cooling down, the kids are back to school, and just like that, it’s Labor Day weekend in New…
It’s late August, and the Limelight Hydrangeas are in magnificent bloom. Cut a few blooms and drop them in an old rustic crate. The contrast is extraordinary. Enjoy this vintage fall arrangement on the porch or wherever you like until their pink fall hues arrive, and then we can do it all over again. At…
Tired of dragging heavy furniture across the lawn? We were too—so we built a round pea gravel patio in our coastal Maine backyard to fix the problem. In this easy weekend DIY project, I’ll walk you through exactly how we did it, why it worked so well, and how it transformed our outdoor space into…
Explore the vibrant world of vintage and thrift in Brunswick, Maine. Join us as we visit the top antique store and uncover unique finds. Brunswick, Maine, home to Bowdoin College, is about 60 miles north on I95 from where we live in York, Maine. It’s an easy hour’s drive north as long as we can…
Discover the charm of a vintage balancing toy whale gifted through an unexpected bond over Bernese Mountain Dogs. A heartwarming story behind a collectible antique. It was a perfectly ordinary summer day—until a surprise package arrived at our home, holding the most charming gift: a vintage balancing toy with a story behind it. I spent…
This summer’s record heat has broken, the sunflowers are blooming, and the fire pit is in full swing. Come with me today for a refreshing weekend junket at my home in Vermont. It would be Ella, our Bernese Mountain dog’s first road trip since her ACL surgery almost 3 weeks ago. She’s doing so well…
Create a cozy vintage corner with these nautical decor ideas. See how I styled a coastal-inspired living room nook with antique seabirds, blue glass vases, and thrifted treasures. Looking to add a touch of coastal charm to your home? These nautical decor ideas bring vintage style to life in a cozy corner of our coastal…