Black, white and chic DIY chair makeover

My friend and co-worker Victoria is stylish and absolutely gorgeous!  She’s one of those people who always looks great. So, it came as no surprise when I stumbled upon one of her DIY projects the other day and it was as trendy and chic as she is. Victoria got the shabby old chair from her neighbor’s … Continue reading →

Shabby chic Christmas decor with rustic burlap and sparkling touches

Merry Christmas, y’all! This is a big one.  Two years ago, Joe was fighting for our country in Afghanistan.  Last year, I was unexpectedly in the hospital as Beau decided to arrive two months early!  So, it’s our first real Christmas in years. In the spirit of celebration, I decked out the homestead in burlap, … Continue reading →

Garden District stunners shine bright this holiday season

It’s baaaaaack!  Each year, one of my favorite New Orleans events is the Preservation Resource Center’s Holiday Home Tour. This weekend, tourists and locals alike will grab their lattes and get their exercise, walking through the historic Garden District neighborhood, where 8 homes open their doors to the public. If you’re looking for a taste … Continue reading →

A taste of historic New Orleans for your Christmas wish list

You don’t have to live in New Orleans to get a bit of the Big Easy under your Christmas tree.  Check out this gorgeous new book from the folks who run the historic Hermann-Grima and Gallier properties! Photographer and author Kerri McCaffety recounts the days of antebellum New Orleans through glossy photos and some pretty … Continue reading →

From blogging about homes to selling them!

It’s official!  I’m a licensed real estate agent in Louisiana! I’ve been a lover of homes forever and have pondered selling them for years now.  So finally, I decided to bite the bullet.  I’m working with the amazingly talented Jon Huffman, who’s not only my broker, but also my former co-anchor on Good Morning New … Continue reading →