Author Archives: Lisa
Getting Kitchy in the Kitchen
The dishwasher wasn’t the only addition I’ve done lately in the kitchen. I also added some “stuff” to the walls. First up: wall decals. We have a large wall in the kitchen that is also a walkway. I wasn’t sure what I was going to put there because shelving is out (would be in the […]
Read moreDishing It Out
You might not believe this, but…we’ve been living without a dishwasher for the entire time we’ve lived in Margo. That’s right, this 1948 house was full fledged hand washing. With the addition of my little Mr. Guy and me at home more, doing dishes multiple times a day got to be a little much. And […]
Read moreEaster Brunch
Okay, so I’m a little delayed. But I’ve been out of town. Do I get some leeway? I’ll work on it! Here are some shots of our Easter table. We had my husband’s parents and sister over for brunch. The base was a plain white tablecloth and then added touches to it. First, two vases […]
Read moreWaiting for the Bunny…Hop
Decor is changing like a whirlwind around here. St. Patty’s Day – out – and Easter – in! Without further ado, here’s the do… Let’s start with the mantle. Yes, switching it up! I had some glittery eggs in my stock pile of Easter decor. I just put those in a cute yellow bowl. Then […]
Quick Centerpiece
Just a quick post to remind you to use what you have for a quick centerpiece. We had a small informal dinner at the house recently and I wanted a quick, easy centerpiece (without running to the store for flowers). I had these ceramic leaf dishes that I thought would work well. Then I got […]
St. Patty’s Day Decor
Happy Belated St. Patty’s Day from an Irishwoman. For reals. Can you say McCue? Yep, maiden name my friends. So pre-married with kids, I celebrated like no one’s business. But this year we just hung around the house. I did up a little decor (you knew I would!) for the occasion, however. First I laid […]
Read moreDearest Margo
I remember being in junior high (?) when I heard my aunt Geri refer to “Harriet.” The context was such that I asked her “who” that was. She told me that it was her car – Harriet the Honda. She always named her cars. I thought that was pretty cool and thus started naming mine. […]
Read moreA Good Read
I just finished reading The Perfectly Imperfect Home by Deborah Needleman. I got my copy from the library. There was a waiting list, but it was worth it. I have long been a fan of hers – she was editor in chief of Domino magazine. The book has some great info and tips for the […]
Prunes ARE a Magical Fruit
Yes, I am totally cracking myself up over here with that title! Okay, well this post is actually how I’ve created some unique artwork/greeting cards using pureed prunes and baby body parts. (Oh yes, I am doing it again – cracking up!) Okay, let’s get serious, shall we? Last November I decided I wanted to […]
Read moreRoom to Breathe
Something I’ve wanted to do since almost the first day we moved in here has been accomplished! I finally changed out the HUGE mirror above our fireplace for something more suitable. I just didn’t like how big it was. It made for a challenge in decorating the mantle. You don’t always want everything to be […]
