Author: sg

  • Inspiring ways to use subway tiles

    Inspiring ways to use subway tiles

    Sometimes the simplicity of subway tiles really makes me happy. They are simple, can be dressed up or dressed down, and always budget friendly. They are also a classic… but I’m interested to see what you think about them! Would you put subway tiles in your home?

    subway tile


  • Our engagement photos!

    Our engagement photos!

    We were truly blessed on Saturday with an absolutely beautiful wedding. Our venue was all about the beautiful landscape around the barn so it was good weather was important! I will be sharing photos from our wedding with you soon, but first I wanted to share some of our engagement shots with you. 

    Our photographer is Mallory Frazier of Mallory Frazier Photography, and she blew us away both on our engagement shoot and wedding. She is professional, but fun, and manages to make even me look photogenic!  Also check Mallory Frazier Photography on Facebook

    Our shoot was also the first day we got our little Sammy, so of course we had to include him in some shots.

    My parents’ farm makes the perfect backdrop.

    Mallory was great at following our shot list and at suggesting poses and coming up with some great shots…don’t forget to check her out on Facebook and her site, Mallory Frazier Photography.

  • Wallpaper I Wouldn’t Mind Having

    Wallpaper I Wouldn’t Mind Having

    The trends of wallpaper come and go but there are some styles that I feel like stick around really well and I could imagine having in my own home:

    If the pattern is busy, I’d say go with a neutral color way or only one wall.
    via Pinterest via BHG

    Classic patterns, like the diamonds above or the stripes below, are a surefire and chic way to go.
    via Pinterest via Apartment Therapy



    Linen covered sofa - Striped wallpaper - Gallery wall in black, white, and browns
    via thedecorista

    Going with neutral colors or a simple print like stripes is a great choice for something that can last a a long time in a home and potentially resell just fine!

    via Pinterest via Real Simple

    Prints that seem to stick around are another option. There are always those few that don’t seem to ever go out of style. Floral trellises are one example.


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    via pinterest

    If you know you are going to be in the home you are in go with something you love! My suggestion would be to pick something you know you will still love years down the road, like a print you’ve always adored, since changing up wallpaper isn’t as easy. 


    horizontal bead board...mudroom inspiration
    via indulgy

    Have fun with it, because after all – it is your home!
  • Brick & Wood

    Although I haven’t been in the rustic mood lately sometimes I find a space that has brick and wood mixed together so perfectly, I could imagine falling in love with the space and living there. Here’s a few reasons why I love the mix:

    I'd love to curl up on that chair and take a nap in the sun
    via 79ideas

    It looks so natural and with the natural materials brings the neutral colors which makes it easy to furnish however you like!


    Wooden beams and brick wall
    via creativehome

    It can really be dressed up to look luxurious! You don’t have to go rustic with it. There’s something about mixing it with some high end materials can give it a very classy look.

    tufted headboard...getting one of these in the future! and love the simplicity of the exposed brick and wood floors with large windows...id love that
    via pinterest

    Not a fan of the red brick? White washing is always an option. It still looks amazing and can add a little brightness to the room as well. 

    A beautiful transition between in and out...
    via hausdesign

    Go all out with some great detail by mixing the brick and wood in the flooring! This look has so much character but it doesn’t take away from the rest of the house either. I absolutely love it!

    loft like office space design. Love that exposed brick wall.
    via pinterest