October is here, and our inside Haunted Halloween Home Tour begins right where it should – in the entry foyer! Kindly step all the way in, please, and make room for everyone. There’s no turning back now. I layered a lacy spiderweb tablecloth over the everyday skirt on my entry table, and I love how… Read More
Welcome, foolish mortals! Our haunted Halloween tour begins right where the frights and delights start… outside! The magic (and mischief) of the season greets guests before they even step through the door, with a mix of pumpkins, spiders, and friendly ghosts. Front Porch Frights & Delights The large spiders are a recurring favorite. I picked… Read More
Promptly on September 1, the apples and school bus decor came down… and the Georgia Tech gear went up! It’s officially time to welcome fall and show a little gold and white pride around the house. Front and center is this door hanger from Bronwyn Hanahan Art, a treasure I’ve had for many years. I… Read More
With John’s bedroom all settled and styled, it’s time to wrap up the tour with the rest of his Auburn apartment. From a bathroom that just may have stolen the show, to closet organization and a peek at the shared spaces, he truly has the happiest home on The Plains. The Bathroom: The Real Showstopper… Read More
First things first: just like last year, I very carefully and thoughtfully packed for the move. A few items were instrumental in keeping move-in day smooth and stress-free: And, let’s not underestimate the importance of muscle power! These two cuties are high school friends, teammates and now pledges in his fraternity that showed up to… Read More
Sometimes the best projects happen by accident. A few months back, I stumbled on an old Tiger Chew canister in a little junk shop. I didn’t know what I’d do with it, but it felt perfectly “Auburn,” so I tucked it into John’s Easter basket. You can barely spot it peeking out in the photo… Read More
With Whit off to start his junior year, it was time to pivot from Wildcats to Tigers as John heads back for his sophomore year at Auburn! I had so much fun decking out the kitchen in all things Auburn. Orange and blue flowers filled my rose bowl, flanked by team shakers, a couple of… Read More