I have been dreaming up our new home and some of the design decisions for that house. I want to stay true to my European-French loving design but I also know we are moving into a totally different house then the one that we currently live in. I promise I will be sharing soon.. The style can certainly fit the European passion but just a little bit different. I am dreaming of course about the number one space, the kitchen. I love kitchen designs and its my most favorite spot to decorate and ... Read more

I already feel a bit behind in this post, but since we are moving and my head is planning to pack and not decorate (sort of) Easter is sneaking up on me! But, I ordered something this morning and I thought...I need to share this with my readers here at SLL. That then got me thinking about how some Easter décor can feel really cheesy and I know sometimes that's fun especially with kids, but what about some more sophisticated choices that will make your Easter décor a little less cliché and more ... Read more

I know so many of you have been patiently awaiting to hear more about our move and house story. I have been tiptoeing at this journey to share since moving, selling, and buying feels very fragile. So many moving parts that make it so hard to share too much too soon. I am now ready to share Part I of this story with you all but with more to be shared. I hope you are ready to buckle up and be on this journey with us. There is so much unknown and so much of this feels a bit scary but we are just ... Read more

Can I be honest...design is boring me! Ahhh I said it out loud!!!! I can't believe I feel that way, but I don't mean I don't love designing...I mean design is boring. So much of what I see on the gram lately and browsing the internet I find the same kind of spaces. I was just looking at a 5 million dollar home today on IG that bored me...I know I sound crazy. I think what I mean is, so much of what you see today is replicated design. Though every home has its own unique touches most of them are ... Read more

Refreshing your home for spring? Here is a round up of some favorite essentials to achieve a simple European Spring vibe in your home. The right accessories are powerful and can be an important part of an overall design. I know I say it a lot but I can not stress enough that bringing more authentic European decor into my home has made all of the difference in truly living this lifesyle. Hang or display dried or Fresh Lavender and Herbs Swap out winter art for Still Life's depicting Fruit, ... Read more

Some of my blog readers may be shocked at this blog, where my Instagram/Facebook followers may have already been in the know with some of the decisions we have been thinking on this year. I'll back up a bit to those that did not hear our first official announcement... A few months ago we started pursuing Christian school for our kids. Its something that has been on our heart to do since they were very little, but of course many things need to line up to be able to do so. This past year ... Read more

Either you have been up to doing all those interior projects this winter while it's too cold out to do yard work, or you are waiting until spring comes when you get that boost of energy again. Either way one of the best ways to update your home is with paint. It instantly adds to change for not a ton of money and can really create a mood for a room depending on a color or shade. I've rounded up some paint inspo that I believe will be trending this year with photo inspo and a round up of colors. ... Read more

When it comes to design I think sometimes the smaller spaces are the most fun! There is less to think about with floor plans and filling a space. Not to mention you can get a lot of high impact in a small space. I think it gives you a chance to go bolder with your design choices verses maybe a family room or kitchen because those are bigger areas in the house that need to flow best with the rest. I think one space in particular when searching design styles that comes together with that big ... Read more

Hi friends! I have been indulging a bit and reading all of the new trend forcasts for 2023. There is so much information out there and articles telling us what we should be bringing into our home for the new year. Though I love hearing the experts, I like finding my own take on what is to come for the new year.I like to filter through all of it and share only the designs that I truly love that speaks style. Today I am sharing with you the top 10 interior design ideas that I believe will be HOT ... Read more

Thanks to Tiktok the trends are being labeled with styles like Coastal Grandma and now European Auntie! Funny if you read my blog post back in the spring I had shared about coastal grandma and how my take on it would be more more like French Grandma...but they're calling it "European Auntie" the look of a chic woman who seeks sophistication and old world touches with her style. She is effortlessly fabulous and takes pride in her curated space and hostessing skills. I can say I definitely ... Read more