Entertaining for a party or a meal is one thing, but having overnight guests is a whole experience in itself. Read more…

Memorial Day always makes me happy to kick off the summer season. Like the song says, Read more…

Discover some new ideas for both entertainment and fun.
This COVID-19 will not get us down!   Read more…

Question: I’m looking to buy a home in Connecticut. Is it better to buy an older home and renovate myself, Read more…

I love my lawn, and having a fabulous large lawn can be beautiful and increase the value on your home, but I also know that the cost high. That’s why I have always preferred a small manageable lawn with large gardens.

There is nothing more exciting than watching the snow melt away to uncover the early signs of rebirth, Read more…

Although it is wintertime, there is gardening work to be done. That said, who doesn’t love wisteria? Read more…

At a loss during gift giving times? You are not alone! The holidays are never far away, Read more…

Ever find yourself in a pinch when wrapping a small gift box? Cutting scraps off of larger wrapping paper can be a chore because you try to not take away what you might need for larger gifts. Read more…

Traversing along the windy and sometimes daunting trails to your perfect home can be a challenge. Read more…

If you find that you can’t keep a plant because you don’t have a green thumb, Read more…

I have always been known for wrapping small and large items with great style and passion, Read more…

Wine glasses that is! Casual Luxury principles denote that the smallest things matter a lot. Read more…

After a lazy, hazy, crazy summer of dubious bedtimes, vacations, and loose schedules, the transition back to school can feel like a gut punch. Read more…

There is no better way to “Live smart” than by staying organized throughout your home.  This is never more important than it is in the summer when houseguests are showing up to celebrate the season. Read more…

Have you ever lost your cell phone only to never have it returned? Usually, people who find a lost phone want to do the right thing, Read more…

Beautiful scarves are incredibly versatile. They aren’t just for accessorizing an outfit anymore! While scarves can spruce up any outfit, Read more…

Many people really enjoy doting on their houseguests and get special satisfaction catering to their every whim. Read more…

Tag Sales — just another way to describe a garage sale — are wonderful ways to clear unused items in a house, Read more…

Just about everyone could use a little extra cabinet space without having to do a whole kitchen remodel, Read more…

I love the look of a miniature grove of trees in my home, and so I really enjoy my cluster of Myrtle Topiary bushes. Read more…

This week’s sMARt tip is all about introducing simple architectural decor touches often found outdoors but which can easily be introduced inside as well. Read more…

This week’s sMARt tip is all about one last rescue for your Christmas tree and holiday greenery.  Read more…

In the late 19th century, lamps were designed to show off the then-new carbon filament bulbs they used. Read more…