Rustic Chic Interiors
There is something so incredibly inviting yet chic about interiors that are well pulled together and easy. It is like Ralph Lauren meets, John Wayne and Coco Chanel. It really is the best of all those worlds wrapped into one big juicy interior. Natural … [Read More...]
Smokey Eggplant and Melon Wraps
One of my favorite new super foods is eggplant! It is such a versatile vegetable and is so tasty. I was excited to find this recipe in Vegetarian times today. Makes about 24 wraps and takes approximately 30 minutes to make 1 Medium eggplant 1/4 … [Read More...]
5 Ways to Brighten up a Dark Room
Is your home surrounded by trees and large foliage, making it cool in the summer, but also leaving your rooms feeling dark and gloomy? Do you have a favorite, small room that suffers from having only one window? Perhaps you live in a downstairs apartment … [Read More...]
Fantastic Bathroom Faucets
One of the best things about remodeling your bathroom is selecting the faucet, or what I like to call the jewelry. Getting rid of that outdated brass fixture and updating it with something a little more fresh. All of the finishing touches add that necessary … [Read More...]
Try a palette of neutrals
There’s a reason neutrals are so popular. They are easy on the eyes and always classic. Perpetually in style and always luxurious, neutrals instantly add elegance to a room without fuss. Whether you choose soft paints with undemanding fabrics, or classic … [Read More...]
Yoga, flow and emotion
I started doing yoga over a year ago. At the time I had not worked out in over five months and that little voice within me was really kicking in, wreaking havoc on my thoughts, especially when I went straight for the fries and cakes, instead of the salad. … [Read More...]
Low Fat and Gluten Free Salad
Many of my friends have left their corporate jobs for more fulfilling jobs in what they like to call nutrition. How starvation can constitute as fulfilling is beyond me. No sugar, no wheat, (aka: Gluten), no corn, no dairy, no diet coke....and yes believe … [Read More...]
Upcoming events-My personal note to you
I am excited to announce some of our upcoming events here at AB HOME Interiors. Mind you, it took about five takes to make this video and I am beginning to think it would have been faster to type it...but my coach keeps telling me y’all prefer video. … [Read More...]
How to choose a light fixture
Given the vast variety of lighting fixtures available on the market today finding the right one can seem difficult, and overwhelming. Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling an exisiting one there are three things you should always keep into … [Read More...]
3 fast fixes for your next party
You have sent out the invite to let everyone know that you are having an event that can't be missed. Then the excitement over the idea sets in and it hits you, "holy cow I don't have very much time to put this together!" Planning the perfect party doesn't … [Read More...]
A How-To Guide to Formal Dining
Formal Dining spaces are slowly making their exit out of the home and turning into large eat-in kitchens where everyone can enjoy the space year round, in a casual setting. Many homes still have a room deemed 'formal dining' by their home plans or lighting … [Read More...]
Wallpaper then and now
Wallpaper is back and trust you me, we all have a wallpaper story from the eighties that leaves us with that icky feeling in the pit of our stomach. The good news is this ain’t that kind of paper. Paper today performs differently and is super easy to … [Read More...]
Architecture and the study of beauty
As I was filing through Houzz.com I decided to type in: Architecture. Modern Architecture is something that I adore and a great way to get fabulous ideas, colors and styles if you are in the process of building a home. Here are some of my favorites! Studying … [Read More...]
Gardening 101-A success story
One of the best features of the new AB HOME office is that we have room for our first garden. Several weeks ago I posted my attempt at getting my seeds started. I was a little worried, but I am happy to say I am not only a gardener, but I am fast becoming … [Read More...]
Blogging 101: The best 8 sites, and why you need to pay attention!
When I started blogging three years ago I had no idea what I was doing. Why did I do it? I was confined to my bed after traveling home from a photo shoot in Las Vegas, burdened with a severe cold, bored out of my mind, miserable, and I couldn't stand … [Read More...]
Before and after, small changes with big rewards
I have recently had the opportunity to help a widow get her life back together through the rewarding process of design. On Monday I showed you the small changes I did to transform her bedroom in a big way. Along with doing her bedroom, I also helped her … [Read More...]
Quick and easy solutions to update your bedroom now
I love decorating bedrooms but they are often the most neglected rooms in the house. Typically clients will invest the majority of their decorating dollars into their “public” spaces, leaving their bedroom naked since most don’t see it. However, … [Read More...]
All natural wood floor cleaner
In my continued effort to be green this year I have been testing all sorts of home made cleaners for around the house. My latest obsession: All natural wood floor cleaner. Here in the South every home comes standard with wood floors. But with wood floors … [Read More...]
What’s for Breakfast? Farmhouse Shepherds Pie
In the 1800’s potatoes became increasingly popular in Europe, making it a common staple in every kitchen. In the 2000’s, potato’s are a common staple in my kitchen because like Bubba and his shrimp, I love potato’s every which way to Sunday. While … [Read More...]
Suzanne Evans-Make the Change Event
For the last few days I have been in Florida for the Make the Change Event ,with Suzanne Evans. My coaching group with Ali Brown, and James Roche turned me on to her back in January, on our facebook mastermind page. One of the gals in the group said they … [Read More...]
