Life

Celebrate Labour Day Weekend

August 28, 2025

As cliche as it is … I cannot believe we are days away from September!  Although I love this time of year, it seems to come quicker and quicker as the years go by.

September has always felt more like a fresh start, than January, probably has something to do with all the years spent in school. This time of year just seems to have an energy and sense of optimism. It also brings with it reflection. Looking back before forging ahead. In my reflection, I found myself reminiscing about my early years in blogging. When creating lifestyle content brought me so much joy, everything from setting a beautiful table to creating the perfect picnic or baking a sweet treat everyone will love. As we get ready to celebrate the end of summer, I thought I would pull together a few of my favourite posts. To offer up some ideas for things to do over the Labour Day Weekend. Enjoy!

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Design Detail

Design Detail: Layered Lighting

July 14, 2025

Patterns and Prosecco Design Detail: Layered Lighting

You’ll often hear design is in the details. And if you’ve ever renovated you’ll know that there is no shortage of details to consider. One such detail that is often overlooked and doesn’t receive nearly the attention it deserves is lighting. But in fact, it’s lighting that highlights a design, creates the mood and often determines how a space is used.

Lighting and in particular layered lighting, is where the magic lies.  Intentionally layering lighting creates depth, warmth, and versatility in a home. It’s the secret sauce that takes a room from flat and one-dimensional to rich and storied.

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Home Tours

Inspired Interiors: East Coast Craftsman

June 16, 2025

Today’s home tour is not only visually stunning but also deeply functional, the best result of any home renovation in my opinion. Located in North Arlington, Virginia, the home features strong raw wood and metal elements, rich tones, hand-formed details, and modern accents that come together to create a refined yet relaxed feeling in the Craftsman home. Well-appointed dining, living, and family rooms offer dimension and texture to the home, ensuring the new space feel collected and lived in.

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