One of the best things about summer is the opportunity to spend a little more time with friends and family. The longer days make it easier to get together, and the extra daylight makes outdoor entertaining ideal. With a little planning, your backyard can easily become your favorite place to host summer gatherings. Honestly, it might not take much effort at all to turn your outdoor space into ...
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4 Tips for Creating a Haven of Hospitality in Your Home
There's no doubt that we're often tempted to think the most important aspect of our homes is how they look, but the truth is it's much more important how they make us feel...not to mention how our homes make our guests feel. With a few helpful tips, you can work toward creating a home that is inviting, restful, and ready for hosting. It can be a place where you unwind and rejuvenate, where you ...
5 Tips for Creating a Cozy Dining Room
I don't know about you, but when people visit my home, I want them to feel at home. I want my living room to invite them to kick off their shoes and curl up with a cup of coffee, and if they're staying the night, I hope the bedroom is a relaxing place that promotes a wonderful night's sleep. Even the bathroom adds to the cozy feeling you create in your home. From the foamy soap at the sink to the ...
5 Easy Ways to Help Make Your New House a Home
There isn't much more exciting than moving into a new home...or anything quite as stressful. While we were staying in Houston for my husband's radiation last year, one of my sisters was settling into a new home with her family. Day by day, there were hiccups to deal with and design decisions to make. I enjoyed watching (and hopefully helping a little) as she turned a beautiful new house into a ...