I must apologize for some of the wonkiness going on with my blog at the moment.  You may have been “rejected” from my site (don’t worry, so was I) and some things are now missing (like my slide show of recent posts and fancy widgets.)  We’re just experiencing some “technical difficulties” as they say and things will hopefully be sorted out on Monday. Even in my early days of blogging, I learned one of the perks…great mail.  I received so many sweet cards and beautiful gifts over the holidays (and year round, really.)  A couple of days ago, I checked my mail and found an unexpected little package.  This is what was in the box…   I highlighted this gorgeous cuff when I did a giveaway for one of my talented sponsors, Leslie Janson.   When I first spotted it I thought, “This is exactly my style in piece of jewelry.”    

  It’s that time again!  I looked through my favorite wholesale catalog and picked something that caught my eye and now it’s Wuslu‘s deal of the day! I love pieces that are multifunctional and bring texture to a room and this slatted tray fits both of those categories nicely. It’s large enough to make a statement hung vertically or horizontally on a wall or it can function as a tray on a coffee table and a base for a dining room centerpiece.  It has a beautiful weathered finish on it, so it has a pretty convincing aged look to it.     …and just to give you a jump on everyone else, here’s the deal of the day for tomorrow…       I love the style and finish of this candle holder.  I think they would look great in a pair on a fireplace or in a room with a

I had a plan for my life and it changed.  There was a time when my dream was to be a professional stage actress. (Yep, that’s me.) It was more than a dream; it was a goal I worked hard towards for many years.  I even got my degree in musical theatre.  But there came a point in my life when I realized I loved the stage, but I didn’t love the lifestyle that came with it.  It meant traveling and going from one job to the next and always auditioning and rejection and long reherasals and late night performances.  I knew it wasn’t what God had for my life, so I put it on a shelf. Last week, I went to New York to film a segment for The Nate Berkus Show.  (I don’t know when it’s airing, yet, but I’ll let you know when I find out.)  It was an exciting

 Maybe you’ve heard of the amazing DIY/Blogging Conference happening in Atlanta in June… I am so excited to be a part of the crew putting it together.   We’ve got some awesome key note speakers , amazing sponsors (like Home Depot!) and some great workshops (that are mostly nailed down, but are subject to change)… **DIY** •Brave it Off Auto: Photography Workshop •Pimp Your Photos: Photo Editing and Styling •Laminate, Wood, & MDF, OH MY: Furniture Painting Tips for Beginners •Beyond the Basics: Advanced Furniture Painting Techniques •Go Ahead & Let Your Slip Show: Basics of Slipcovering •Frugally Fabu-less Decorating: Introduction to Thrifty Shopping •Power Tools for Divas: An Introduction to how to properly and safely use power tools like a pro. •Just Build It: Introduction to Carpentry and Woodworking with Ana White! •Build-a-Room: Basics in Room Design **Blogging** •I Like Big Blogs: Tips on Growing your Blog •Meet Me at the

Meet Heather Anderson. She’s a self-proclaimed dreamer, designer, storyteller (and nerd!)  My kind of girl.   She followed one of those dreams and opened her online shop, Post Road Vintage, over 2 years ago.      She sells items that fit her chic, cottage style, including her signature mason jars turned soap dispensers.     …and cute coat racks  made with cool hooks mounted to distressed wood or trim.       Don’t you love her stuff?  I’ve been saving one of her soap dispensers for my half-bath, but it’s too big for the teeny-tiny pedestal sink.  Major bummer.  So, I have to use it somewhere else. Heather is offering up a $150 credit to spend in her shop to one lucky commenter.  YAY!  If you’d like a chance to win, here’s what you need to do… For one entry: Simply leave a comment on this post. For a second chance

Tonight, I am writing this post from a beautiful hotel in midtown Manhattan.  We just got back to our room from seeing Wicked from the center of the second row and I am on a musical theatre high.  It was amazing.  I can’t wait to tell you all about this day and this trip.  It’s been very special.     But, tonight I’m pooped and I have a busy day tomorrow, so I’ll tell you all about it later.  I also realize I didn’t announce the nest giveaway winner yet and I’m not going to until I get back. I know… that’s wicked.