What is better than a regular sugar cookie at the holidays? An almond sugar cookie, of course! We are in the kitchen today and I cannot wait to share this mouth watering cookie recipe, which has proven to be a real crowd pleaser among our family and friends! Click here for…
Artilleriet Shop in Sweden :: Let’s Peek Inside!
You may not want to move to Sweden for the weather, but if fika, the tradition of stopping every afternoon for cake and coffee doesn’t win you over, then surely the heart palpitating shops will. Just yesterday, we were chatting about the recent Christmas table designed by Artilleriet, a shop so beautiful that I hopped in the car…
Rustic Christmas :: Swedish Style
If you prefer a rustic Christmas, then you may just love these beautiful images from Artillieriet, a shop that literally makes your mouth water and your heart skip three beats the moment you walk in. While I was doing a little Christmas shopping (this is your last chance to get one of…
The Nutmeg Dining Room and why Spice Is So Very, Very Nice
I have a small confession to make. Do any of you remember when, about 15 or so years ago, the Starbucks craze hit and it seemed like EVERYONE was painting their walls some shade of pumpkin or some color that involved a spice? Maybe no one was doing it in Europe, but…
Winter Bedroom Completed with Video Tour + DIY’s!
The moment of truth has arrived! Did we achieve the vision we had hoped for? Is the Winter Bedroom everything we hoped for? We are already enjoying the result! If you have a minute, take a peek back at the Mood Setting Collection and the Digital Story Board. Do you think the inspiration…
Winter Inspiration :: A Christmas Palate Cleanser
Maybe you are like a kid at Christmas (I know I am!) and you listen to Christmas music on the sly in July, but even the most spirited among us need a break every now and then from all the hype… or at least I do. There are plenty of choices in…
How To Create A Winter Room :: Demystifying the Process
Hello and Happy Monday! I hope that your weekend was full of festivities, winter coziness, and a little relaxation, too? While most of us probably love the holiday season, it is also nice to have a little break from it all, too, don’t you think? This week we will be sharing our…
HOUSE BLEND :: Black + White + Gold
This year I am advocating that everyone add a touch of glam to their Christmas, whether that is through twinkling candlelight, luxurious decorations, or, if it happens to be your thing, a touch of gold. I have another House Blend for you to try on and see if it fits, plus most…
Natural + Glamorous Christmas Room
Santa may be coming to town, but it’s my parents that have us most excited about decorating for Christmas this year. They will be here in a couple weeks and we have some serious decorating to do to get ready! Since today is the first of December, it’s guilt free Christmas time…
Watercolor Ombre Wallpaper :: Cozy Winter Home
I fell in love the moment I set eyes on the beautiful watercolor ombre wallpaper in this bedroom. The home is located in Gothenburg, Sweden and happens to be for sale for 2.1 million Swedish Kroner (a mere 250,000 USD) which is practically a steal for Scandinavia. It’s a petite property at only 60…
Natural Scandinavian + Glamorous American Christmas
Each one of us has our own special “Blend” when it comes to our style, and what better time of year than Christmas to really play around with those possibilities? My parents are coming for Christmas this year and we could not be more excited! As I’ve mentioned before, my mom is…
Teen Christmas Room :: How We Styled Operation Christmas Puke
Operation Christmas Puke, Aka the Teen Christmas Room, is finished and we could not be happier with the result! By using the majority of what already existed in the room, a couple quick and inexpensive DIY’s, and a whole lot of Christmas cheer, Hailey has visions of pink sugar plums dancing in her…
