pursuing peace in the home...
Monday through Wednesday of this week just about did me in… Mr. Pax was traveling, and it was a very busy week. But yesterday when my three month old daughter began giggling uncontrollably while her big sister acted silly, all the stress disappeared. Sometimes amidst the craziness of life we just need a little pause. […]
This fall tablescape with pumpkins and peaches is simply lovely. Blush tones and copper accents make it a non-traditional but stylish option for your fall or Thanksgiving table. I lead a conflicted life. Sometimes I decide to completely ignore the fact that it is still 99 degrees outside here in central Texas and pretend that we […]
Free fall printable: “Autumn came with wind and gold.” ~Thoreau I’m a sucker for literary references. If you’re visiting today from my friend Tasha at Designer Trapped, welcome! I’m Rachel, and I confess that I might have even named my kids for one Dickensian character, one poet, and two Shakespearean heroines. But who’s counting? 😉 […]
Fall decor with white pumpkins and lots of neutral textures makes for a simple, serene fall look. Don’t miss these fall decorating tips and ideas for creating a cozy home. Fall might possibly be my favorite season to decorate. There’s more excuse and expectation than spring or summer, without the pressure of Christmas. So I’m […]
A free fall printable is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to decorate your home for autumn. Try this grateful watercolor printable in your home this fall! I could always always always use more gratitude. If there’s anything that these recent devastating hurricanes have taught me, it’s that. Gratitude for our home when so […]
Pumpkin creme brulee: a fall twist on a favorite traditional dessert. Get the recipe for this rich creamy pumpkin custard topped with a crisp sugar shell. Pumpkin creme brulee… I’m not sure I need to say anything else. Honestly, this was my first time to actually make creme brulee, and not only was it super easy, […]
Well, it may still be almost 90 degrees in these parts (but, heck, that’s 15 degrees cooler than it has been lately, so I’ll take it!)… but we’re officially past Labor Day, so it’s time to talk about fall. And I’ve got loads of beautiful fall inspiration for you today… So Much Better With Age […]
Looking for easy fall decorating ideas? These simple fall decorating tips will make it easy to create a cozy, inviting look for fall. The older I get, the more convinced I am that seasonal decorating ought to be a celebration, not a chore. I want my home to be a place that encourages my kids to […]
This neutral fall mantel decor celebrates the simple beauty as warm summer nights fade into fall. I have a confession: I really struggled with this fall mantel last week. Was it hard to create? Nope. Was it complicated? Not at all. Did it take a long time? Not even. But with the recent aftermath of […]
My heart is so grieved for my home town right now. Born and raised in Houston, I spent this week wrestling with so much grief, fear, and sadness. But I am so thankful to hear and see so many beautiful things coming from this tragedy. Do we gloss over the loss? Certainly not. But we […]
Tarte Tatin is a traditional French dessert incorporating caramelized sugar, apples, and a puff pastry crust. This tarte tatin recipe uses vanilla bean and halved apples for a gorgeous, rustic dessert perfect for fall. A few blocks from our apartment in Paris was this little bakery. In the shadow of an old church, near a […]
Nobody wants to experience the dust, stress, and chaos of a major remodel in the home every few years! This post gives 10 tips for designing a bathroom with trendy yet timeless appeal… How to design a classic space that will stay in style for years to come! Want to know something funny? I think […]
Well, we are buckling down for a lot of rain this weekend due to Hurricane Harvey… Plenty of time to read some of these lovely posts. 😉 Wherever you are, stay safe and dry! Designthusiasm | Introducing the Designthusiasm Shop: Shop My Favorites Maison de Pax | How to Paint Cabinets: Video Tutorial On Sutton Place […]
Whether you want to know how to paint kitchen cabinets, how to paint laminate cabinets, or how to paint wood cabinets, these basic steps will help you to achieve a quality paint finish that will last. Read this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to paint cabinets like a pro. I’ve painted many a cabinet in my […]
Schoolrooms, book nooks, and homework spaces may not be essential, but they sure do enrich a home. Find inspiration, design ideas, and organization tips for creating a study or reading space in your home! Now that I have two children who are elementary school age (who homeschool part time), I am appreciating even more school rooms […]
