January 16, 2020 Things are progressing nicely at Palm Grove Farmhouse. I can’t believe we are halfway through January already! One of the many exciting tasks on my very long list, is to finalize placement of our beautiful gas lanterns from Primo. If you saw my stories this week, the siding on either side of the front doors was left unfinished so that we can install the lanterns soon! The lanterns are just one aspect of the home that I have been dreaming about and visualizing ... Read More about Gas Lanterns At Palm Grove
Charcuterie Board Checklist
December 28, 2019 A charcuterie board is my go to spread for entertaining large or small crowds. They have always been a hit with my family and friends. The wide variety of meats, cheeses and crackers seem to please all, even picky eaters. There‘s always something good to nibble on with the wide range of items that I picked up from Trader Joe’s. The ... Read More about Charcuterie Board Checklist
Designing A Functional Butlers Pantry
Jason and I love to entertain! We host many family gatherings throughout the year such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and 4th of July! Not to mention the countless birthday parties and impromptu invites to hang by the fire and have a glass of wine. So a butler's pantry was high on my list of must haves when designing our floor plan. The desire to have a well organized station perfect for all your entertaining needs was a dream home requirement. This will be a convenient area to prepare ... Read More about Designing A Functional Butlers Pantry
The Timeless Flicker Of The Gas Lantern
Have you ever been to Charleston? Well, I have and once you do, you will never forget it. Is it the charm? The historical significance? The food? (yummy!) That southern hospitality? Maybe a little of each of these elements combined? One thing that stood out to me the first time I visited was the elegant statement projected by many of the homes, quaint shops and restaurants, that use gas copper lanterns. Whether they were wall sconces or pendants, the flame just seemed to dance around and beg ... Read More about The Timeless Flicker Of The Gas Lantern
My Vintage Silver Flatware Collection
In the late 19th and early 20th century silver was used for elaborate place settings and elegant dinner parties. Could you image the luminous silver place settings back in the day where every meal was served with an array of multiple silver forks, spoons, knives and dinnerware! The art of dining reached new levels with lavish dinner parties and impressive cutlery patterns. Styles became more ornate and inspiration was derived from interior design and architecture. Vintage Silver ... Read More about My Vintage Silver Flatware Collection
Decorate With Vintage Corbels
Incorporating vintage pieces in your home creates character and a story. I found these gorgeous Belgium corbels at J Turner & Co in Jacksonville, Fl. The rich color and exquisite details drew me in. They will be the perfect touch as they hold up our fireplace mantel. Back in February, Jason and I went to Mount Dora to the Renninger‘s Antique Extravaganza. With over 1,000 vendors I was like a kid in a candy store, when I stumbled across these 1857 Nashville, TN corbels! I instantly ... Read More about Decorate With Vintage Corbels
