Vintage Chairs
Sometimes there is a vintage treasure that speaks to you. Like vintage chairs which always seem to speak to me. But when they speak loudly- you listen. You look. You look at the condition vs the price vs
Tag: how many seasons was home improvement
Making new friends – the MFCH Tour season !
A few days ago saw the end of the third tour of the year, which means that our MFCH Tour season is half way through! So far we have welcomed guests to Provence in April and in June, and to
Buy Tools for Home Improvement or Rent Them? Here’s How to Decide
Now that we’re deep in the throes of home improvement season, many people will inevitably face a big dilemma — deciding to rent tools versus buy them. Renting tools for maintenance, home improvements, and repair projects could end up being
How to trim lavender topiaries to keep them beautiful
Oh those little potted lavender topiaries are such charmers aren’t they? Planted in little pots and lined up on the table or simply tucked anywhere you want a little bit of whimsy and charm. I adore them and I know
Energy tax credit: which home improvements qualify?
What are energy tax credits targeting home improvements?
In August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act amended two credits available for energy
Beautiful French Country Style Table Linens
You might say that I am obsessed with checking and ticking stripe linens. And that would be correct. Ever since I discovered Charles Faudree and fell in love with his incredibly beautiful French Country style- I have also been in
The Best White Paint Color
The ‘Best’ white paint color. It’s really more a personal choice and what fits your home. But we definitely have some favorites that have been on repeat for a while now. And since I always get so many questions about
Real vs Faux- How to Decorate with Beautiful Flowers
Have you ever wondered how artificial flowers compare to real – side by side?
I got a message from a reader recently after showing some faux floral decor on the table. It was about using faux flowers in decor and
Unique & Charming Antique Work Bench Treasure
When I was growing up, I can remember my dad and grandpa working out in their workshops all the time. In the workshop my dad had, there was a rustic old wooden bench with lots of patina from over the
Beautiful French Inspired Bathroom Renovation Before & After
You start with whatever is in place, you dream about what you wish was in place…
and then you go about designing that dream space.
This bathroom most definitely did NOT look like this when we started. Not. Even. Close.