• Karen’s Lovely Summer House in the South of Sweden
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    Karen’s Lovely Summer House in the South of Sweden

    October 19, 2023 - By 

    I started blogging 12 years ago – and one of the things that has surprised me the most, is how many wonderful people I have met! Interior designers, photographers, homeowners, bloggers, brands and most importantly you guys via your comments and mails (even if you’re a ‘silent’ participant, I see you!). It’s meant that I have never felt alone – despite tapping away at my laptop solo! Thank you!  A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting photographer Karen Hilmersson who reached out via Instagram. Karen is French and lives in Belgium with her Swedish husband Pelle and their…

  • Outdoor Activities to Enjoy Before Summer Ends
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    Outdoor Activities to Enjoy Before Summer Ends

    August 30, 2023 - By 

    I publish this article again because this time of year is so very special to me. Summer is my favorite season and as cozy as fall is, I hesitate to have it rush in because I love being outdoors and close to nature in warm weather. We’ve endured three weeks of having our indoor furniture outdoors while our hardwood floors were repaired and I’m grateful it happened in August. My indoor white sofa is under an outdoor canopy and each day I spend about an hour outside watching butterflies and hummingbirds while our family cat snoozes next to me. I…

  • The Sunday 7: A Wrap on Summer
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    The Sunday 7: A Wrap on Summer

    August 26, 2023 - By 

    No. 1. Low-Country Boil  We celebrated the final weeks of summer break with our very own low-country boil in the backyard for Sunday dinner. I did my best to embrace the paper plate life for this messy meal and think the tablescape ended up being perfect for the occasion! I love the way these cordless lamps added a little glow to the setting.  Amazon Checkered Tabletop Collection Amazon Winsome Robin 4-PC Folding Set Teak Chair Amazon Blue Floral Paper Plates Amazon Packaging Brown Kraft Paper Roll Amazon Gewiny Outdoor Table Lamp McGee & Co Ribbed Glass Vase No. 2. Winter…

  • Why Energy-Efficient Windows Are Great for Summer in Upstate, NY
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    Why Energy-Efficient Windows Are Great for Summer in Upstate, NY

    August 25, 2023 - By 

    Energy-efficient windows are a great addition to any home in Upstate New York. They offer year-round protection from the elements and help reduce your heating bill in the winter. But what about the summer? Energy-efficient windows offer the following advantages: Energy Savings UV Ray Protection Noise Reduction Enjoy Lower Energy Bills with Energy-Efficient Windows When your Upstate, NY home needs a window replacement, upgrade to energy-efficient windows. You’ll enjoy a more insulated home that requires less energy to cool. Energy-efficient windows reduce strain on HVAC systems so they don’t have to work as hard on battling solar heat gain. Ultimately,…

  • DIY Dog Pool Ideas to Pamper Your Lovely Puppy This Summer!
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    DIY Dog Pool Ideas to Pamper Your Lovely Puppy This Summer!

    July 23, 2023 - By 

    Dogs love playing in the water, so how to build a comfortable and strong pool without breaking the bank? What are your options and which tools and materials will you need? Here Are The Best Ideas For DIY Dog Pool That’ll Help You Make Your Puppy Happy! Ads The summer is here, and your dog is getting more playful, so what can you do in order to make it feel good? Build a DIY pool in your garden! Stock Tank Pool Idea Ads Create a comfy pool for your lovely dog to play in, by using a stock tank. This…

  • A Dated Danish house Becomes a Vibrant Summer Cottage
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    A Dated Danish house Becomes a Vibrant Summer Cottage

    July 17, 2023 - By 

    The rain is coming down in Sweden and I’m guessing there are plenty of card games going on behind closed doors of everyone’s summer cottages. Meanwhile, judging by these pictures, the sun is shining over the Öresund strait in the Danish town of Rørvig, North of Zealand.  This pretty 80 sqm / 861 ft2 cottage in the woods is owned by sisters Ane and Sigrid. Since buying the property, the pair have completely renovated the property both inside and out to create a dreamy place for their families to spend summer and in fact, to get away from it all…