Creating an Easy, Elegant High-Low Tabletop

Kim Seybert Peacock Napkin Rings | via Interiors For Families

I have to be honest with you – I’m not much for fancy or fussy “tablescapes.” Not that I can’t appreciate their beauty, but I just can’t see putting in all that effort for a one-night-only event. I reserve that energy for more permanent installations – such as the furnishing and decoration of rooms! I…

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7 Random Things I Learned From A Vacation Rental

Guest Room via Southern Living

This past summer, we rented a house for a couple of weeks in Newport, Rhode Island. I blogged quite a bit while I was there, and spent a lot of time in the house while my son took his naps, and of course after his bedtime. We really enjoyed our time there. Staying in someone else’s home…

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