Love this space, and there's some really great ideas!

LOVE this

A little bit about one of my favorite wines...Rioja!

Rioja makes a perfect match...

No-Money Decorating for Every Room

No-Money Decorating for Every Room

I just came across this awesome table on (where else...) an Apartment Therapy house tour. I love the entire thing but the base if my favorite part.

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Pretty bathroom

I love everything about this bathroom, especially the colors. It was designed with children in mind (notice the steps in front of the vanity) but I love it!

Favorite item of the day

Love these nail head linen drapes from West Elm! I love window treatments that have that little extra something that gives them so much character...

View them online here!

Favorite photo of the day

Love the color scheme here and the wood elements are so beautiful. Love everything about this ~

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New favorite menu item at Z!

I wish they had photos to go along with awesome dishes...this is a must try!!

ENGLISH PEA CREPE - Mache lettuce, watermelon, shaved daikon radish, toasted pine nuts, emerald vinaigrette — 6

There's just something about ruffles...I can't get enough of them. But I love balancing the femininity with something more masculine or rustic like a vintage trunk or a big floor vase with branches.
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Expert tips for a comfortable home

I found these on BHG.com and #1 is THE most essential (in my book...ask Jay) for creating a welcoming, cozy environment. Read on!

1.) Good Lighting
The most important thing of all is lighting. It should come from lamps, not overhead. So many people forget about it or don't realize the significance of it. Warm, cozy lighting on a dimmer -- always. --Laura Hunt, laurahuntdesign.com

2.) Smart Side Tables
You wouldn't think of side tables as adding comfort, but they do, because they give everyone in a room a place to put their drink. I think coasters make people feel comfortable, too, because they not only say stay and have a drink, but they remove the worry from guests of wondering if it's safe to put down a glass.--Grant K. Gibson; grantkgibson.com

3.) Room for All
I can't life without my kitchen farm table. The table has two built-in drawers, one for flatware and one for napkins, so casual entertaining is a no-hassle event.--Annette Joseph, ajphotostylist.net

4.) Inviting Seating
Everyone needs a super-cozy chair or chaise that hugs you when you sit on it. A pretty chair is not necessarily a comfortable chair, so a "me" chair is a must.--Jonathan Ranchman, fleurtstyle.com

5.) Piles of Pillows
I love pillows, generously scaled, plump, full pillows. On a bed, in a chair, perched on a sofa -- I think beautifully finished pillows add a coziness that's easy to layer into a space at little cost.-- Patrice Cowan Bevans, pcbinteriors.com

6.) Plush Bedding
I would be in such dread without my down comforter with Egyptian cotton duvet. Not only does it look fabulous, but it keeps me so warm and cozy.--Nadia Geller, nadiageller.com

7.) Versatile Seating
Comfort is all about practicality to me. I love to have extra floor pillows in a room. You can store them in a trunk, but it's nice to use them for extra seating or stacked as a foot rest.--Jonathan Rachman, fleurtstyle.com

8.) Window Treatments
The addition of beautifully finished drapes or shades are to a room what a great handbag is to someone's day-to-day dressing: You can certainly function without them, but once you have them, you wonder how you lived without.--Patrice Cowan Bevans, pcbinteriors.com


9.) Pretty Flowers
I think flowers make a room feel more comfortable. I'm not talking about big fancy bouquets, but a single peony or rose in a teacup, or fresh herbs in a wine tumbler -- anything that adds fragrance.--Grant K. Gibson; grantkgibson.com

10.) Treasured Accents
Comfort is surrounding yourself with special things. I love to collect things in a room. This separates a merely decorated room from a fantastic one.--Annette Joseph, ajphotostylist.net

A huge source of inspiration for me for the past 10 years

I'm so in awe of and inspired by the vision and talent of Rachel Ashwell and I'm so happy to see her back on her feet and thriving again.




http://www.rachelashwellshabbychiccouture.com/OurStory.htm

Two best places to stay in Key West

Jay and I stayed here for our honeymoon and absolutely loved it. The grounds are exceptionally beautiful, the staff was wonderful and the vibe was just amazing. Loved that they have two cats on the property too - I got my fix while I was away from mine :)

http://www.gardenshotel.com/











We also rented this place when we went back with our friends - AMAZING house and a great location. The pool water was pretty brisk but who the heck cares when you're in paradise :)

http://www.tripadvisor.com/VacationRentalReview-g34345-d1298473-Casa_de_Cuba-Key_West_Florida_Keys_Florida.html

Favorite room so far from Apartment Therapy house tour

I love the rustic feel of this room, and the colors are so beautiful and calming. Also anyone who incorporates white birch into their decorating is totally awesome in my book :)

Here's the link to the house tour!
http://gallery.apartmenttherapy.com/photo/sf-lanz-house-tour/item/144241

Crate and Barrel bar stools

So beautiful...I would love to get these!!!

Love love love!!!!!

This is definitely going in our next house...
whenever we finally buy one :)

New headboard I want...

New favorite menu item at Z Food & Drink

So I was a little nervous to try these just because of the name...but as a friend reminded me I DO like bacon :) These are definitely a must try - and for $5??? You just can't go wrong. They are absolutely delicious!

PORK BELLY TACOS chipotle-honey glaze, napa cabbage slaw, pico de gallo, avocado sour cream, flour tortillas — 5
Z Food & Drink

Our favorite place to stay in Sonoma!

www.beltaneranch.com/

Jay and I tried this Pinot at a beautiful cozy Italian restaurant in Ogunquit on our last trip up there. We love it so much and just our luck our favorite local restaurant Z always has it in stock!

Item I am currently coveting....

I'm so in love with this vintage laundry basket. Definitely a must buy!!