Many people are unsure what to do in respects to the real estate market here in Charleston. Some are renting and waiting for the market to “bottom out” while others are buying properties at low prices by offering low offers,

Has this year been a not so successful attempt in selling your home? Have you had showings with feedback that only frustrates you? Such as the kitchen is dated, bad paint colors, the carpet is awful? So what do you

In a buyer's market, curb appeal - yours and the neighborhood's - becomes even more important. Fresh paint, a new front door and colorful landscaping often are sure-fire ways to tease potential buyers over the threshold of a home for

Like the rest of the USA, Charleston has seen its fair share of large inventory, reduced prices, short sales and foreclosures.There are many buyers who are able to take advantage of these great opportunities.However, there are those who are waiting,

If you love HGTV like I do you more than likely have watched Design to Sell. It deals with the realty of home selling and buying.Recently, they had an episode that stated the 35 Secrets to Sell. These are basic

I have been EXTREMELY behind on blogging and now that Susan, my partner in crime, has moved on to another career, it's up to me, YEP, just me to keep this business going! I wanted to get back out there

I have watched all of her series from Design Inc, to Sarah's House and now Sarah 101 and this has been only in the past 5 months. I never knew she existed and one day got lucky to see

As I look through the before pictures of our kitchen I cannot help but chuckle to myself. I remember a girlfriend of mine coming over because she was dying to see it, she walked in and saw the kitchen,

As I slowly renovate the home I feel that the furniture needs an update too.  But of course that requires spending money that wasn’t added to my renovation budget.  So to make some things happen I’ve started to sell my

Charleston is hands down fabulous to me- I mean I live here, that must mean something right? I was super excited when I saw that we received the #1 spot for top cities!  We beat San Francisco which I must

I’m super excited that I have my in-laws in town this weekend to help with a couple of important things.  As I mentioned before, my father-in-law is an antique dealer in Greenville, SC and he has been curious about distressing

I had the pleasure of having coffee with my fabulous friend Joy Lang at our favorite Starbucks the other morning.  She is this sassy, southern doll with a go-getter attitude and this insane talent for being super creative.

I'm so excited to finally have the new design on the blog!  It suites me perfectly because I have to say that the colors are my true go to colors!I have to thank Kerry at Design Muse in Asheville for her

Do you remember these tables?  Like I mentioned before, my father in law came in town and I let him work on these to see if this would be something he would enjoy.  He had a good time and I

I wish I could remember all the lyrics but I'm having a serious moment of blankness! So I did what the song said and began my shopping for wallpaper.  We are not talking floral wallpaper with a matching boarder- I'm talking

Every weekend I keep saying I'm going to make it to a garage sale and of course I never do!  However, some time ago, I did have a friend call me from a garage sale asking if I wanted a

I had the recent pleasure of meeting Sarah from Reclaimed Artistry through another mutual friend of mine.  Since then we've had coffee, a chance to learn more about one another, talk about work, our homes (she's a neighbor) and now

The exterior of a home is just as important to me as the interior of a home.  I have to say my latest obsession is finding a new front door.  I love when I show properties and the front door

This post probably should have been the start of my blog but better late then never.  Some of my friends know of this project but other readers may not and I wanted to pay homage to my first project that

I'm excited that we have moved on to another project and it's finally completed minus a couple of small items- curtains and art which is on our to do list for this weekend!Do you remember my inspiration? Well here it is

We are in the process of finshing a small bathroom renovation.  My goal was to do it inexpensively- Lowe's tile, etc.  Well, I was struggling because nothing really jumped out at me.  We did get our floor tile from there

Wowzers I am slack

I love all different types of decor for a home.  I wouldn't say I'm set in one style whatsoever because each home has its own personality. That's like saying I only eat broccoli with my chicken or something like that!   I

Sorry for the hiatus

As we are working on another project on our home, I'm also trying to tie up loose ends on the other projects we've completed.  It's the finishing touches like artwork and furniture that I can't seem to complete.  So I took a

As we wrap up another renovation project on the house, adding 500 sf of space over the garage, adding a gable to the front for aesthetics and redoing the roof over our screen porch, we need to make a decision

We are onto another small renovation and I couldn't be more excited- the laundry room! Wow, did I really get excited over that- never thought that would happen but I am so excited!The first step before I get this accomplised

Love my Saturday mornings in the office.  I get work done, newsletters, contracts finished, negotiate offers and of course browse for the house

We are about to begin a HUGE project- landscaping.  That part of the reno slipped my mind, but not my husbands.  So, in my home I have so many pavers that they're all looking a like. I don't think I ever

I'm a little hesitant to do this post because it is winter time and it won't show as beautifully because our plants aren't in bloom. Like most of the work we've done on our home there are still finishing touches that

I have to admit- I'm having an affair with lights.  I'm back on being obsessed to finding a couple of perfect one's for the house.  Those who know me, a few close friends and of course the hubby know how

As I'm finishing the rooms in my home- I'm stepping back to take a look at what is actually my "style". I don't think I have a particular style but I do feel that I have a different style for each

Newly listed in desirable Snee Farm is 1122 Liberty Ct - two-story 1,806 sq ft traditional home with 3 bed/2.5 bath. At first glance, it may look like this home needs a lot of work, but here's what I love

How's Our Market? Things look pretty promising in the Charleston, SC real estate market. Here are few key indicators from our Carolina One market share reports: Homes Closed are up 18% in the Tri-County Median Sales Price and Price/Sq Ft are both

Another day, another listing! I'm always thrilled when I'm contacted by friends and referrals about selling their homes in Charleston. This particular one - 1890 Falling Creek Circle - is large and upgraded!Located in Sweet Grass off Rifle Range Road,

One of my passions is finding old, well-maintained pieces of furniture that still has tons of character and turning it into a more contemporary or modern piece. While maintaining the integrity - original wood and beautiful lines - I usually

When we purchased our Mount Pleasant brick ranch, we knew we wanted to add a screened porch to the inviting backyard at some point. To me, it was a huge selling point for this property. My husband actually had the

I was recently contacted by a super cute, newly engaged couple who lives downtown Charleston about updating their home with new decor. I'm so excited as I equally LOVE interior design projects!Many of you probably experienced this problem when you

I recently ran across The Build Your Perfect Room Contest with One Kings Lane and knew it was the perfect fit for me. Many of you know that I provide interior design services to my Real Estate clients as I

This post is WAY over due. Now am I surprised? Not at all. I'm fortunate to wear several hats - Realtor, mother, wife, decorator, home renovator, furniture re-modeler and I think party planning has temporarily been added to my list. But,

Many homeowners in my community of Mount Pleasant are often stuck questioning whether they should sell their property and list or invest in key remodels, thus trading up their spaces. It's good to really consider everything and discuss important market

Lately I've been posting more about home decorating. It's because I love picking out furniture and accessories for my clients to help make their homes stylish, comfortable and fun.But, I'm also a deal hunter, and I LOVE Worlds Away so

Remember a couple of weeks ago I told you about my One Kings Lane mood board that I entered into their "The Build Your Perfect Room" contest? Well, yesterday, to my surprise, this tweet was sent to my attention from

Did I mention that we live in a hot real estate market? Last weekend I wrote two home contracts - one is ratified and another is almost there! Plus, I have a meeting about a potential listing and an open

A little drive, a little sanding and a little help from my little man and these two pieces of furniture will be transformed in no time.I recently took a drive to Georgetown, SC, to pick up a desk for my

I know some of you found my blog along the way because of furniture remodels or interior decorating posts, but you might not know that I'm a Realtor by trade. That's why you occasionally see real estate posts from me.

Two weeks ago I mentioned my plans to take on a DIY campaign desk remodel with a rare Drexel Heritage desk I found in nearby Georgetown. Well, my friends, it is finished!I got a little busy last weekend inside with

Mike Moran

Grab your paint brush and roller; it's time to paint! Usually our first instinct is to search through the latest neutral hues or resort to a 'safe' color we've applied to other homes or walls. My favorite white is Benjamin

I have two amazing properties in Mount Pleasant and the Isle of Palms that were just recently listed that I'm calling HOT!1458 Clarendon Way - Mount PleasantLocated in Park West, this family-friendly neighborhood is packed with walkable streets and neighborly

Each month I plan to post a Charleston Real Estate Market Update with some few important nuggets of information. I want to make sure you are aware at all times of how real estate is performing here and provide tips

I recently snuck out-of-town with my husband for an adult-only weekend to Austin, TX. We took ourselves quite seriously on the duck tour. But, we cleaned up nicely. I think I was picturing a lot of cowboy boots, cowboy hats and Tex

Lilac. It's here; it's everywhere. And, while the jury is still out for some homeowners, many interior and furniture designers have embraced it full-force. In fact, I'm speculating that it will be the 2014 color of the year because I

Like many of you, I'm addicted to Pinterest. I think I may be spending my evenings pinning my life away! There are just so many ideas floating out there, which inspires me tremendously. Especially when I'm working on a home

I've changed my den coffee table more than I personally would like to admit this year. Our den is rectangular, and the fireplace hearth takes up one entire wall. It make the space a little awkward to decorate. If I

I was super excited when I took a spontaneous trip downtown and surprisingly saw a C Wonder store in the process of opening. I've followed them on Instagram for a while and love so much of their clothing, but more

As a Realtor, when sellers approach me about listing their homes, I'm often asked about the state of their existing property. Questions like

With all of the great designers at Target, why wouldn't you want to shop there? Many have jumped on the fashion and apparel bandwagon, but are you shopping for home furnishings there, too? I'm seriously taken back by selections right

For this time of year, we are seeing strong home buying figures from our Charleston market, but particularly in the Mount Pleasant area. Charleston Real Estate stats provides weekly analysis, and here's what they are reporting for the week 10/4-10/10: A

Clearly I love home renovations. I've gutted my fair share of kitchens - from Queen Street to Lansing - but it's always more fun when a client places their trust in your design hands (and let's be honest

First of all, I was really pumped about this store coming to Mount Pleasant. I met the owner, Bobbi, almost two years ago when I was pregnant with my second son. She worked at another local store, and we really

Buying fixer-uppers. This is something my husband and I do - and have done it often - but it's also a fantastic option for my real estate clients. Have you ever considered purchasing a home and never found the PERFECT

We've all had this problem at one time

As promised I'm going to give you the latest Charleston real estate news and statistics each month as they become available to me by Carolina One. The latest figures show: Homes Closed are up 24% over 2012 and up 39% over

Just recently I ran across some work by a talented local artist and craftsman - Peyton Avrett. I was completely blown away by this custom chandelier in Aged Silver Leaf: This custom Sawyer Chandelier stands 5' tall. [br]But, this image just sparked

This home will sell quickly as it's ALREADY under contract! In less than 24 hours we received multiple offers on this MORE than desirable home in Old Mount Pleasant. It's an extremely rare brick ranch in that it was already

I guess I can simply say I am beyond thankful for all of my real estate and interior decorating clients this year. Without you I wouldn't have the opportunity to do what I love. So, here's a quick look at

I'm currently designing three entries - all different sizes - and love decorating this space because it sets the mood for the entire home. My favorite piece is usually the light fixture as it makes the ultimate statement. From grand

I LOVE the holidays

We're all in the Holiday spirit around here. Did you see my post on how I decorated my home? I'm really loving all of the colors and extra touches this year, which helps to spread the Christmas cheer in our

Yes, I was right. A few months ago I speculated that lilac was going to be the 2014 color of the year, and let's just face it, I know what I'm talking about. 😉 Technically, it's PANTONE 18-3224 Radiant Orchid.

Many are still decorating for Christmas and the Holidays (I just finished last week), and I know some are playing host or hostess to family and friends this week. If you're doing some last minute seasonal styling or need some

It's that time again. We're making promises, setting goals and crossing our fingers we're able to mark a few off our to-do lists. Don't set your real estate dreams aside another year. Set some realistic goals for yourself or your

It's become a steady part of my life and career, and I'm LOVING every minute of it. In the last few weeks, I've decorated entries, bedrooms, living rooms, and continued my DIY projects like this: Some wood, a porter cable, a

If you are looking to buy, sell or invest in the Charleston real estate market, here are the latest 2013 Year End Market Statistics that you need to take a look at. Some highlights from Carolina One for the year: Closed

I don't always feature condos, but Ellington Woods inside Dunes West is really a nice play to live if you are looking in North Mount Pleasant. The neighborhood is quiet and surrounded by beautiful landscapes, trees and several sidewalk paths

I'm in local shops almost daily looking for the best and most unique decorations for my clients' homes. And, let's face it; I'm always looking for mine, too! Each Friday I hope to bring you some of my favorite finds

There's no denying it; Celadon Home in Mount Pleasant has always been one of my favorite stores. I'm always following them on Instagram and commenting about their new additions. I currently own several pieces from this eclectic store, and I

Valentine's is only a few days away. The weather is nasty here in Charleston, but there's no reason why you can't make the inside of the home romance-ready. 😉 Eclectic Bedroom by Northbrook Specialty Contractors Bernhard Woodwork Ltd. I loved the ideas

I'm sure I'm not the only one ready for some warm weather. These "snow" or more like "ice" storms have officially made me check out of winter in Charleston. I am ready for spring and want to incorporate some bright colors

We all know gold is back and with a vengeance. You almost cannot find anything anymore that does not have gold on it. I, for one, cannot complain because I am just as smitten. I was perusing Zinc Door and

Decorating trends and hot colors for the year change all of the time. I, like everyone else, love the white on white look along with all of the bright colors and accessories you can find right now. And, we already

Follow my blog with Bloglovin There's no denying my love for Homegoods. I shop there often for my clients and for myself. Lately, I cannot get in their fast enough because their shipments of home decor items have

Follow my blog with Bloglovin I'm always shopping for lights, and a lot of times this is where I have to be super cautious not to blow my budget. So, I put together a list of lights - table, floor and

Follow my blog with Bloglovin I've been in GDC Home lately grabbing some great pieces for another project I'm working on. And, I could not help but snap a few of these great items that I think y'all need to get

I'm down to the final stages on some projects, and all that remains are some great accessories. As I peruse all of my vendors sights, I could not help but get a little excited about Global Views. I'm

I was so honored when Lyndon Leigh asked me to participate in Daniel Island Life's Designer's Challenge. Lyndon Leigh - which just happens to be one of my favorite home stores - will be hosting the event tomorrow night, March

Last weekend I was honored to participate in the Daniel Island Life Designer Showcase Challenge at Lyndon Leigh. It was a true blast! I'm not usually tasked with decorating an entire space with an unlimited budget, and, boy was it

I was perusing Instagram when this One Room Challenge logo popped up in my feed. I was immediately curious about it and had to learn more because my love of decorating and challenges goes hand-in-hand. Did you see my last

I know you've seen this style all over the place lately as it's not new. But, it's still fabulous, and I, along with many others, love spotted fabric. Some call it dalmatian (for obvious reasons), while others simply refer to

Welcome back, y'all! That was a super quick week, which makes me nervous because I bet the next four will fly

Happy Friday, y'all! I cannot wait for the weekend!! There's a lot of work happening around the house, I have to show property, but I also want to enjoy some sunshine and fun like my little man here. Today, wallpaper is

Week 3. I mean, half way there, already? I'm not even doing that large of a project, but I am stressing, second guessing my picks and pacing by my room at all hours of the day! Well, if you missed

OK, now it's going too fast for me! If you missed week 1, week 2 or week 3 - check them out! I'm disappointed to say I don't have anything exciting to show this week. The biggest change

Stop. Breathe. Only one more week to go! My heart is starting to beat so quickly!! Entering the One Room Challenge has been one of the most stressful yet rewarding experiences I've encountered as a designer, and I am SOOOOOOO

Charleston has arrived! Well, I think it already has a bright star on the map, but the Furbish Studio pop-up shop only added to its glamour. I.am.in.love!!!!!! Y'all, I wanted to buy everything in this store. I'm attending The Southern C

I don't know about y'all but my porch is begging for me to give it a good pressure washing so that we can enjoy family time on it again. I can't believe I'm about to tell you what I did, but

This is such a surreal moment for me. I really cannot believe I'm finished and am no longer going to write weekly posts about my guest bedroom. It's bittersweet! I'm so glad I stumbled across this challenge

Now featuring 1440 E East Crossing off Rifle Range Road in Mt. Pleasant. With nearly 2,000 sqft, it is one of the larger homes in the neighborhood. The double porches are truly charming, and this home has fantastic curb appeal. What

There's no denying that I'm a sucker for a good sale. I always wait for the big 55-80% off at Rugs USA, and it's on right now! Check out their Memorial Day sale now as it ends in like nine

Backyard get togethers, family picnics, lounging by the pool, hiking through the woods

I am super excited to introduce my first guest on my new series, "Guess who's dropping in for coffee?" Meet Laurie Cooper of Charleston Revisions. She owns my favorite mid-century store in Charleston. Laurie always introduced me to people

I was driving down Coleman Boulevard in Mt. Pleasant one day and slammed on the brakes when I saw that one of the old banks was turned into a home decor store? Whaaaaaaat? You know I stopped and checked it

Happy Monday friends!! I hope you had a great weekend. We certainly did despite all the rain. I wanted to share a delicious and quick recipe that we made on Friday night. Ryan, my husband, texted me in route from Miami

It's time to meet Roxy Te! I met this little, butt kicking, full of energy (y'all thought I had a lot of energy she runs laps around me) amazing woman at an event here in Charleston! She happens to

So, this past weekend, I may have gone overboard a little with my gold spray paint. I was just in the mood to paint something so I did! I actually surprised myself with how much I ended up

I discovered Celine and her amazing blog Aquahaus during the One Room Challenge. Instant love for her awesome style and fabulous Austin, Texas, life. When she agreed to join me in my "Guess who's dropping in for coffee" series, I was

Remember the other day how I mentioned I may have gotten a little spray paint happy? Well, here's another project that I worked on. This one has been on my to do list for 6 months and I wish

Good morning! I'm excited to introduce another amazing guest to my "Guess who's dropping in for coffee" series. I had the pleasure of meeting Julianne Taylor of Taylor Burke Home at The Southern Coterie Summit this year. She told me

Are you considering listing your home on the real estate market and wondering what things you 'may' need to address first? Perhaps you are in an older home and question larger repairs, refinishing floors or bathroom/kitchen remodels, or maybe you

Good morning! I'm excited to introduce Abby Manchesky from Abby M Interiors. Abby was actually one of the first designers I followed when I joined Instagram. I cannot remember how I discovered her, but I was glad I did. She

I have a TON of paperwork that I need to keep organized. From real estate contracts, to decorating contracts, plans, etc, you get my point. I have a TERRIBLE habit of creating piles, like the kind that make

I came across this backyard project by a New Jersey-based design firm - EAC Designs - on Houzz. Excuuuuuuuse me

You may remember I talked about a guy named Peyton Avrett several months ago, and if you are new to my blog, here's a refresher. Our local Charleston talent always amazes me, and Peyton can top the list!! I'm always

What can I say about Danielle Oakey? It's clear to me that I absolutely love her style as I have so many things that she likes and blogs about! What's interesting about her is that she focuses on designing on

I'm super excited today to be talking about this 5 ft" blonde, butt kicking bombshell

I discovered the dynamic duo of Parker Kennedy Living during the "One Room Challenge", then again when I opened my Southern Living Magazine to find an article written about them and their painted furniture. Needless to say, I've been hooked

So, this will be my last post - for now - of my out of control weekend with the gold spray paint. I wanted to create some fun items for my booth. I probably have not mentioned to y'all, but

As many of you know from my Instagram feed, I was at the Haven Conference last week. I got the chance to put a lot of amazing faces to names at this huge DIY blogger conference in Atlanta. I also

I'm really excited to introduce Albertina Cisneros from Mimosa Lane to you. I find her life story so intriguing, and I'm in love with her design flair and fab personality. (P.S. Not to mention her life purpose is humbling

Entries are top priority on many of my clients must-have lists. Quite honestly, it's in my top three favorite rooms or spaces to decorate. This is the first room guests walk into as they arrive in your home. Therefore, to me,

I have been working on a little accessory revamp for my kitchen. Our dishes are over eight years old as they were a wedding gift. And, I've managed to break several platters, glasses, coffee mugs, etc over the years. Then,

As most of you know, we do a lot of renovating. We are in the process of finishing the entire house

Happy Friday friends! I got my act together and stopped by one of my favorite local shops here to put together a Friday Favorites post! You won't be disappointed. The first thing I saw when I walked in

I decided that I don't spend enough time bragging about my husband's construction and remodeling company. Not only are they right in the middle of completing our master bedroom addition

I'm going straight up Sputnik these days. And, why wouldn't I? They have to be some of the most interesting light fixtures available. I think they are truly ceiling art. Whether it's your entry, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room or bedroom,

I'm taking you back in time some. So, this was my second formal project. You know

I met Beth Barden from designPOST interiors through the One Room Challenge. And if that wasn't enough, she then took on the Home Depot game challenge. She also created a darling outdoor area that I wanted to showcase! But before

You know I am a deal hunter, and I often find not only well-priced home decor and accessories on One Kings Lane, but I also think they are freakin amazing. Why wouldn't you want to shop on a site devoted

Kirsten Krason

This post is way long overdue because this was my FIRST paid project EVER that I completed almost a year ago! Oh the shame of getting it together, but there's lots of pride because I truly love the way this

This master bedroom was the second project I was hired for when I started doing interior design. (Check out the first here.) The client - a friend of mine - reached out to me asking for help with this new

I had the recent pleasure of discovering Kristy through our collaboration with Homegoods. Her room creations caught my attention. I loved following her on Instgram and reading her blog. I can feel her happiness, love for life & sweetness through

I'm excited to show you the second part of the reveal! This was a little bit of a process, lots of demo, sheet rock dust

Happy Friday friends!! I'm barely recovered from the Labor Day weekend and the next weekend's already here. I'm honestly so happy & ready for this weekend. We have plans to have friends over, family time, maybe sneak in

Y'all let's start with the fact that I LOVE a screen porch!!! It can truly be an extension of your home. One free extra room, yes, please! So, when I began this project, I started with the master bedroom, then

I had the pleasure of meeting Karianne from Thistlewood Farms at the Haven Conference I attended this summer. I admit I did not know her or her blog at the time. We met, exchanged cards and when I finally

I've been wearing lots of leopard lately. And, quite honestly I cannot get enough! So, I wanted to share some fun leopard items, house and fashion

One of my favorite & first DIY bloggers and home designers that I discoverd is Kristin @ the Hunted Interior. Her style is unique, and I love how she knows when/where to splurge on the right decor items. I also

I feel that Tuesday has a bad wrap. It follows Monday, which everyone talks about

There's no denying how much I adore Lulu & Georgia. I love their rugs, pillows, art, accessories

Fall is here! Well, not in Charleston but in most other places around America. Honestly, getting motivated to decorate for fall is low on my priority list because the weather is still high 80's and hot. I kinda feel like

I had the pleasure of meeting Megan at Haven in Atlanta this past summer. So, like I did previously when meeting all these great bloggers, I went home and started to read her blog. Not only does she have a

OK, this is going to be fun, friends. You know how I really drug my feet into fall decorating (I just FINALLY decorated our front porch, which you can see here.) Well, here is some extra motivation. A few blogger

I'm excited to be a part of this series with my amazing friends! So, to start off, let me be honest. Decorating for fall is a little hard for me because Charleston doesn't exactly see a fall. It stays in

I am VERY excited to be doing a nursery for someone else rather than myself! This will be my first nursery to add to my portfolio! The client wanted navy, gray and white. So, we started down that path. Then,

I absolutely loved participating in the last One Room Challenge (here's my big guest bedroom reveal), so when I saw another one was about to start, I immediately jumped on it. Why? Because it's so stressful, it's fun. 😉 And,

I'm excited to introduce Kristin from Bliss at Home! I discovered Kristin through Instagram. Then, I had the pleasure of meeting her at Haven. As curious as I am, I of course needed to know more. So, I asked her

Happy Tuesday friends! I have so many projects coming up that I cannot wrap my brain around them all. Lots of coffee, creative thinking and falling asleep at night before my head hits the pillow. But, that's ok, I like

Here we are week two! I made some progress because I've been a crazy lady on the hunt! In case you're just popping in for the first time, here's what I'm working on, a Little Boys Bedroom So, I've been shopping,

I'm excited to write this post about the talented Harrison Blackford. Let me backtrack a little before I show you all the amazing work she has created. Recently, in May, I attended the Southern C here in Charleston. At one

Let's meet Elizabeth from the Little Black Door! I got to know her through the One Room Challenge last go round. I loved her style, and more importantly, I could tell this girl was fun. Her wittiness showed through her

I seriously blink and another week has passed me by. It's week 3 now of my One Room Challenge, and maybe I didn't get as much accomplished in this space as I wanted, but it's because some uber EXCITING things

Have y'all discovered Furbish Studio? If not here you go! I love so many of the items this store carries. I'm dying to go shopping in person there! So, without further adieu. I rounded up my Friday

Sorry I'm slowing getting back to blogging. I have so much catch up to do! However, without further adieu here's my top 10! This pop of yellow makes my morning! I'm going to find a way to get this X

I rarely write about real estate because it's relevant during specific life events - when you're interested in buying or selling a home - however, I think there are some real estate topics that I should talk about which would

Slow progress here in week number 4 of my One Room Challenge, but here are a couple of things that I saw, did, thought about buying and may buy soon

First, let me start off with I'm SO late!! I need to apologize to everyone as I hit a couple of road blocks but was able to finally get it together! I was very excited to be asked to me

Oh hi, Tuesday! I love the wallpaper, the built ins, the chair, all of it! I just added this sweater to my cart. I can see this in heavy rotation this winter. My friend Ann created this amazing art for my den, and

I swear these weeks are flying by! I am seriously going to be working late nights to finish this project on time, a little panic mode is setting in. If you're just joining, here are the previous weeks. OK, so

Good morning & Happy Halloween!! I love Halloween especially on a Friday. Being able to keep the boys up later and to have a little Halloween fun after the trick or treating is a perfect way to enjoy this

I'm behind again this week. But, I wanted to put together some eye candy to get us through Tuesday because in an about an hour or less my boys will be up and they're off from school. So, let

I swear y'all the One Room Challenge Reveal gods were against me. Between the youngest having a stomach bug, the migraine that fought me all day, the husband traveling, the last minute being so last minute & the lack

I discovered Julie through Instagram of course! I could not get enough of her beautiful interior images and her cute sense of style. So, of course, curious as I am, I began to read her blog and loved her even

Good morning!! Here are my favorite top 10 finds for this Tuesday. There's something about these I love. They belong in an entry in some beautiful home. Are you interested? I love this bag for the colder weather. How great are these pendants?

Happy Friday, y'all! Can we do a little weekend cheer? I'm off to volunteer this morning, but I wanted to leave you with some fabulousness - a beautiful home tour of some dear friends of mine! Sammy is a local

Good morning friends! I'm excited to share with you the Home Depot holiday style challenge reveal! Here's a sneak peek

Recently I reveal my Home Depot Holiday Style Challenge. But one thing I wanted to share was how I created this chandelier. Sorry for the bad pic, it was hard to take at night. I went to Home Depot and bought the following

Sorry friends, I've been MIA lately. I've been off doing exciting things and cannot wait to share some great projects! But, in the mean time, I'm VERY excited for a break with the family! We are heading to Greenville, South

Morning friends! Tuesday snuck up on me, it was hard to get up today! Here are some pretty things to get you through the day! I wish I had a farm for the holidays, this is so magical (via rejuvenation) Shopping for a

Morning friends! I'm late but excited to announce that I will be a part of the Holiday at 11 Magnolia Lane! The lineup of talented bloggers is amazing! What a special treat to take a sneak peek into so

Mornin' It's that day, Tuesday again! I found some fun things over the weekend that I felt needed to be shared with you! How great is this rug? And this darling basket! Ok so I just painted my master bedroom walls gray and

I smile, kinda grin, every time I think of Liz Marie. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the Haven Conference this summer. Not sure if she would say it was a pleasure meeting me exactly (kidding

Each year seems to be getting busier and busier with holiday parties. First, it was just parties on Friday and Saturday, now lately I feel that I have an event every night of the week. Obviously, I cannot commit

Morning friends! I'm excited to be over at 11 Magnolia Lane sharing my home tour today! Here's a sneak peek! But, I'm also excited to share all of the beautiful homes they have recently had as well! Less than perfect life of

I almost want to sing All I want for Christmas is you

I LOVE Christmas cards, especially the photo cards. This year, and last, and the one before I have ordered our cards through Minted. I love their selection and quality. And, this years cards are just as good

Morning friends! I am so excited to be sharing my Christmas home tour with you all today! I love the holidays and do my best to make it extra special for my family. I truly try and decorate almost every

Welcome back friends! I hope y'all had an amazing holiday and feeling refreshed, excited and ready to start 2015 off with a bang! I really enjoyed the break with my family. I feel like we ran 100 miles per

Good morning friends! I love a Tuesday top 10 because it's full of pretty items that catch my attention. I love looking at pictures, hence my obsession love with instagram. I come from a line of photographers

Good morning friends!! Happy Tuesday! We had such a great weekend filled with friends, birthday dinners, getting more things done around the house and hanging out. It was so nice to not work and enjoy our friends and family! I

Y'all, I finally made my way into an Ikea for maybe a total of 40 minutes. My oldest was not feeling well and neither was my husband. So, I had to mad dash it through the store and

I've finally had a minute to sit and get back to social media. We left for the Great Wolf Lodge in Charlotte the other weekend. It was so fun, I checked out on my phone and just enjoyed

Whether you like or dislike Valentine's Day, you cannot fully avoid it because it's EVERYWHERE right now. I have to say I like it. But, then again I'm kind of a romantic person for the most part - when I

I'm so excited for this reveal! I had an AMAZING opportunity to partner with Taylor Burke Home, One Kings Lane and Cotton and Quill for the "Style It Challenge" using the Taylor Burke Home X-bench. The timing was perfect; we

Don't be thinking dirty y'all! 😉 Kidding, talking about fluffing those pillows and some pretty affordable pillows for your home! Ok, first of all, I have to confess. I'm VERY OCD about pillows. I fluff them twice a day at

Mornin' friends! Let's drink some coffee and check out some loveliness today, shall we? This outdoor shower- yes! We have one but it's not this nice. It's a must here after you come from the beach to not bring

When I think of Charleston homes, the first type of home that pops into my mind is a Charleston single. I remember coming to Charleston when I was younger and walking the streets, doing historical tours and just being amazed

Happy Tuesday loves! Hope y'all had a great weekend! Ours was crazy busy and I loved every second of it because it was one event after the other but it included the entire family which was so nice! So, daddy

Morning friends! It's Tuesday and schools are closed here in Charleston! It's going to be a long day in the Edwards household with kids running around like wild banshees. On that note, I'm going to take a quick mental break

Morning friends! I'm excited to have finally gotten it together and have photographed one of the three completed projects so far! I received an email from the owner of this home asking about my design/decorating services. We chatted

Good morning friends! I'm so excited to get back into my "guess who's dropping in for coffee" series. Today I have a very talented guest who is a great decorator, stylish fashion blogger and who can put together one

Morning friends! Hope this Tuesday is treating you well! I had high hopes for a post yesterday, but as you can see I failed. We got back into town late from a wonderful weekend of snowboarding and skiing

Morning friends! I'm excited to share another reveal with you. This reveal is from the home of where I created the Blue and White dining room. Their entrance was a blank slate. So, I was allowed

If you are in the market for a great family home in Summerville, then you probably want to take a look at The Ponds. It's a fairly new neighborhood - built around 2006 - with great access to close amenities

Hey friends! Sorry I've been MIA. I've got a lot on my mind right now. I have a new listing, I have buyers coming in town to do some house shopping and I've got 3 decorating projects that I'm

Mornin' friends! I have a fun treat for y'all today. Another guest on my "Guess who's dropping in for coffee" series. It's the insanely talented Sarah Dorsey. Like many of my guests, I discovered her via Instagram, followed her, checked

Good morning friends! It's a crazy week for me, 2 posts in one week and it's only Tuesday? 😉 I did spend the weekend being obsessive and cleaning the entire house and re-organizing it so that I could get my

I'm excited to have Melaine from My Sweet Savannah. Melaine was one of the first instagram accounts I discovered. I began reading her blog and was in hooked. I love all different design styles. So, it's fun to be

Hi friends! I've been running around crazy trying to wrap several projects while getting new listings and taking out buyers too. Then, our home was hit with a stomach bug and my poor baby got it. It kills me

I really love the trend of gallery walls. No, not trend because gallery walls have been around a long time, but more so the one's that are mixing items vs. all art or photos. Do you know what I

Remember that time last week I said on instagram that I posted a Top 10 but I really didn't post but thought I did?!?! That was literally hours before I was hit with a stomach bug that put me out

Morning y'all! I'm excited to have another fabulous guest on my "guess who's dropping in for coffee" series. Dominique from Comfy Cozy Couture was another great find via Instagram. I loved her home, her style and her hair,

Morning friends! I hope y'all had an amazing weekend! Ours was filled with friends and family galore. The weather was absolutely amazing and I hate that it's over already. Especially since this week I have a ton of work, I'm

Happy Tuesday friends! I have so much loveliness to share with you so let's jump right into it! There is so much goodness in this kitchen. The white subway tiles, the floating shelves, the island, the large windows

Good morning friends! I think starting off the week with an introduction to an amazing woman is a good way to start. Not sure where to begin to talk about Brittany from Addison's Wonderland. Let me try…this beautiful mama of

I, like many others, have a slight crush on mid century and mid century modern decor. I may not have my entire home decked out in it, but I do love adding some mid century elements into my decor for

Morning y'all! I've got some fabulous projects going on right now and real estate is buzzing too. So, unfortunately with that, my husband traveling a lot and me at home with the kids the blog posts have taken a little

I know I'm jumping the gun and talking about the 4th of July already. Realistically we know it will be here before y'all reach the end of this post. Kidding, not quite that quickly but it will be here before

Happy Tuesday friends! Sorry for the late post, but yesterday was busy with the husband taking off to travel again and several back to back meetings, swim team and you all know what I mean because I know y'all are

Morning friends! I hope y'all had an amazing weekend. We had a great one that included a date night to one of Charleston's newest restaurants, Cannon Green. (That reminds me I need to get my Charleston recommendation list) We spent

Y'all I'm SO excited to finally be posting this project! I was asked by this couple, who are friends of mine, if I would help with design choices on their home. I was thrilled to be a part of new

Happy Monday friends! I am excited to share part two of the Dalton project reveal! So, when I was brought on this project, the cabinet color and layout had already been decided. I helped in the lighting, the backsplash and the

Happy Tuesday friends! I don't know about y'all but recovery from the weekend is a slow process for me. We were on the go the entire time!  Phew! Anyway, during the holidays I did get a few minutes to do some

When I work on projects, I always have a short list of my no fails go to paint colors that I love to use over and over. They're great colors that go with almost all aesthetics and design styles. We

Morning friends! I'm sharing with you some tiles that I have used in projects and others I would LOVE to use in projects that won't break the bank. This beautiful Merola Tile Twenties Classic is from Home Depot. Transitional Kitchen by Tomball

Morning friends! I actually wrote this on Saturday morning because this image below stopped me in my tracks and I thought, better get started, so here we go! Where do I start to? The marble, the lighting, the cabinet color, the

So, there's no hiding how much I love fashion. I do love to dress up, but I also have a very casual, comfortable style. I need to look put together but also be comfortable because I could be showing a

Swing arm and library lights are popping up everywhere. Bookcases, kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms. They make such a great statement above windows, on miscellaneous places on the wall and on bookcases. Here's my quick list that won't

Morning friends!  How was your Monday? Mine was productive and I enjoyed getting a lot done.   I'm excited to share some beautiful inspirational home designs, fun decor and of course fabulous fashion.  This farmhouse is a scene out of a movie.

Morning friends! Last week was such a busy week of catch up that I had to take a small break from the blog. This week we are on vacation and I'm trying to sneak in as much time as

Morning y'all! This week has gone by quickly and on Monday my oldest starts school. Bye bye summer, hello school. Since we are getting school ready I thought it was time for the boys playroom to get some

New to the Mount Pleasant real estate market

It's been awhile since I've written a "Guess who's dropping in for coffee" post. So, I'm starting it off with a very talented designer. Jana Bek does not disappoint with her beautiful style and her signature brush stroke lamps.

Two posts in one week and it's only Tuesday! There has been so much going on lately in our lives that unfortunately I had to take a little break writing.   But I do hope to make it up to you

Gosh y'all is it finally Friday? I swear August just started and now it's over. I'm looking forward to a weekend with no plans. OK, well I am doing a home inspection Saturday morning and stopping by a

Morning friends! How was your Labor Day? Ours was filled with family, friends and fun! The weather was not the best, we had a lot of rain

Morning friends! Hoping y'all have a great Tuesday. Now, that we have our double ear infection under control everything's hopefully smooth sailing from here on out. I had good intentions on writing a post about a recent project but as

Drapery is one of my favorite items in my decor process. It creates that "wow" factor and has such an impact in your space. I usually have my drapes custom made. I like to control that process by picking

Morning friends! Wow, where did this week go? But it's Friday and I'm thrilled for the weekend! So, in honor of Friday, I felt a Fri-yay post was due because there were so many wonderful reasons to say "yay" about this

I am like many others and I can't help but drive slowly past a pretty home. Especially if they have a fun door color and there are lots of pretty one's in Charleston. If you follow me on

Mornin'! Nothing like a little morning inspiration for your Tuesday! I'm completely smitten with this herb garden wall inside the home. After reading in detail it's a prop but I'm wondering if this can really grow inside your home if it's near

I am normally obsessed with pillows and curtains. But, lately I am on a huge rug kick. It was sparked with my recent motivation to get our master bedroom completed before the year was done. We had complications

Happy Tuesday friends! How was your weekend? We had a wonderful one. I went camping with my oldest and I have to say it was so much fun! I loved spending time alone with him. He's growing so fast

Happy Thursday! One more day y'all I know we can do it. I 'm looking forward to the weekend. I have so much work to catch up on that I can be at my laptop for hours wrapping contracts,

Morning y'all! I decided to jump on the crazy train and do the one room challenge. Linda from Calling it home has hosted this for several years now. I've bee a linking participant twice now.   It's 6 weeks of

Morning friends! I'm working on a master bedroom project and have put together some mood boards to present to my client. I love using mood boards to help people see the vision I have for their space. There are times

Happy Tuesday y'all! Hope your day is off to a good start! My husband had hernia surgery last Friday so there was a lot of time spent at home, which I have to say I enjoyed. My in-laws were in

Hey Tuesday you sure showed up in a hurry! Last week I was out with a new client all day Wednesday, Thursday and Friday so of course I fell behind in the blog world. But my goal this week

I'm SO behind

Holy cow, week 4 of the One Room Challenge is here! Sorry for the late night post friends! Glad I made it, barely, to show you what I've been up to. So, the wallpaper was just finished today and I am nuts

I'm thrilled to be writing this, as this series has been long over due. I received messages asking what to do in Charleston, where to eat and where to stay. And, if you are one of my clients, you're

Morning' friends! Happy of the happiest Tuesdays! I had a crazy week of real estate last week and was not able to blog, but I'm making it up today with some good finds from this past weekends and last nights finds. Hey

Wow, did that just happen? Week 5 is here of the one room challenge and guess who is probably not going to be finished in time? Yes, this girl. Missing my hardware for my shelves, items are backordered and

I have a hot new condo listing that you're going to want to share with anyone looking to live in a desirable, gated condo community. This property is move-in ready and low maintenance. Also, it's on the first floor! For

Whether you're looking for a low maintenance property in West Ashely or Mount Pleasant, I've got you covered. In addition to my recent Concord listing, I now also have a move-in ready townhouse in The Meadows of Mount Pleasant. This

Morning! Happy Tuesday, t's one of my favorite days of the week! So, I never finished my One Room Challenge, we are still working on it. Everything actually came in on time except for the shelving stuff, whomp

This post is very long over due, but I finally snapped photos and get to post it! One of my best friends had a baby, ok about a year ago. Either way I wanted to create a nursery for her and

Morning friends! I don't know about y'all but I'm doing some serious black Friday shopping in my pjs. This year there are too many great online deals to get out in that mess and fight for things. Here

OK, two posts in one day! However, the sales are good and I'm shopping as fast as I can! Here's a list of amazing items that I have my eye on for clients and for family as well! Good night

Y'all I'm so sorry I've been MIA. The holidays and work have been chaotic and when I try to write at night I cannot keep my eyes open lately. I have some pretty projects to show you, but won't

Good morning friends! I cannot believe Christmas is 9 days ago! December for me is going by way too quickly. However, hopefully after this Friday I can slow down and enjoy this month before it’s over. Speaking of

I don't think I can wrap my brain around the fact that Christmas is 4 days away!! I think I have everyone covered on my list. I have a couple of items left for my husband but other than that,

I wish it was a white Christmas, but the reality is that it is hot humid and muggy here. But a girl can always dream can't she? There's something to say about the simplicity of a white space.

OK, we know how much I adore downtown Charleston. Every time I look at one of our William Means homes for sale it brings back memories of our Queen Street property. Old historic homes like The Charles Seignious House at

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One of the 'must see' areas of downtown Charleston is the Battery. In fact, if you're planning a trip here, stop by a cute cafe, grab a lunch and take it to the Battery for a sweet picnic. You'll be

Morning friends! Wow, I feel that I haven't written one of these in a long time. The holidays and work at the end of last year seemed so much more chaotic then they have in past years. It

Morning friends! I'm excited to show you this before and after of a den project I worked on. This client is so cute and so fun, I had a blast redoing their living room space. I

Hi friends! Sorry for the late post. But, happy Tuesday! I hope y'all had a great weekend! I enjoyed another laid back weekend with my family. We got the house in order, de-cluttered and knocked on some serious

Morning friends! Hope y'all had a great Super Bowl weekend. Did you go over the top with food? We did big time. The gym yesterday hurt so badly! And, today, I'm going to push myself and go to my friends Barre

I was thrilled to be asked to help with this kitchen. This space belongs to one of my nearest and dearest friends. We have been in one another's wedding, we were there for one another when we both

Morning friends! I'm actually posting during normal business hours today! I wanted to talk about fun door colors today! I love a pretty pop of color on a front door. Granted, I have a very taupe home with

OK Wild Dunes lovers! Looking for a second home, vacation property, investment opportunity? I've got you covered on the Isle of Palms with 29 Lagoon Villas - located in the heart of Wild Dunes close to the Village. It's rare to

Happy Tuesday night friends! Did y'all have a great weekend? We had a blast because we had Monday off and we had the SEWE weekend here in Charleston, Southeastern Wildlife Expo. It draws in nearly 40,000 people. It's

Happy Friday friends! I'm so looking forward to this weekend! First, the weather is going to be lovely and we have two fun adult events planned. Dinner with friends on Friday and a birthday on Sunday. But,

Update 3.14.16: We have a change in our pilot air date! Read the details here. Hi friends! I've been keeping a secret for what seems a very long time, almost a year now. My best friends didn't even know, and I

Hi friends! Hope y'all had a great weekend! I'm writing you from the bloggers design conference here in Atlanta. It's been so fun so far! I cannot wait to share more soon! So, let's talk about this room. When my

Hi friends! I'm heading home from Atlanta. I attended the Design Bloggers conference.  It was such a great event! I can't wait to share more soon! As usual, I've bee scouring the Internet for inspiration for some upcoming projects and wanted

Well that’s Showbiz for ya, folks. We’re learning quickly how to adjust to Hollywood schedules. 😉 Our HGTV Pilot Charleston Charm will air on a different date due to a change in their programming schedule format

Happy Tuesday friends! We are just coming off of spring break and it was a fun one. We did a mini road trip through the mountains, made our way to Charlotte then home. It was hard this year

Morning friends! It's been a while since I've had a chance to sit down in front of my laptop and get to doing blog stuff. I'm excited to be writing again with my Top 10 and I also have a

When you think of bathroom renovations, it's easy to go to a big box store to get tile, paint, faucets and a standard bathroom vanity. Because that's the affordable and easy

Morning friends!! Sorry for the delay and radio silence. But, the day is finally here! Our show is debuting this Saturday, May 7th at 12pm EST on HGTV. I've already set my DVR, I cannot believe it's happening! As I mentioned

I've got a beautiful brick home that is newly listed in the desirable Brickyard Plantation - 1396 Madison Court in Mount Pleasant. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath stately home is over 3,000 square feet and features 20 foot ceilings, hardwood

Hi friends! Hoping this post finds you well! First, THANK YOU, THANK YOU and THANK YOU for the overwhelming support, comments and love about our HGTV pilot Move In Ready! That was fun, exciting and it was really a

Alright, if you're looking for your Charleston home full of "Southern Charm" 😉 then look no further. I've got a 5 bedroom / 4 bath 3,012 sqft home in desirable Grassy Creek neighborhood that is sure to win you over

Happy Wednesday night! I wanted to drop in and invite y'all to a fun event tomorrow night here in Charleston. I'm co-hosting an event at Roberta Roller Rabbit. There will be shopping, discounts, how d'oeuvres, drinks and fun! I was

Good morning friends! This post has been very over due! It was a labor of love and in love is what we are with this space. When we bought our home 5 years ago, this space

Well hello sweet friends! It's been a while since I've posted one of these Top 10 posts. I do love sharing the pretty things that catch my eye. That being said, let me get back into the swing

Hi friends! How was your Thanksgiving? Ours was absolutely wonderful! My husband and I wanted to take the boys somewhere fun during their week off and we decided on the Biltmore. It was so lovely! I will have

Hello friends! Hope all is well! I've been really enjoying this holiday season this year with my family. I have both boys in school and I feel that I can finally think straight and be a better

It's hard to believe that the holidays are around the corner, but they are coming quickly! Now that I've unpacked and have begun getting settled into our home, I'm focusing on the holidays. Every year I'm scattered and I always rush

Morning y'all! I hope your weekend was wonderful and full of fun, family, friends and cheer! I know this is a busy time of the year for holiday shopping and celebrating. But, believe it or not it's a

Charleston friends - or those looking to move to the area! - I have a beautiful, move-in-ready home for you to see in the desirable Retreat at Beresford! There are numerous upgrades throughout the home, including plantation shutters, countertops, hardwood

It's taken me a lot to get this post together, however it is well worth the wait. When I was asked by the homeowner to help with their new construction home, I was over the moon!

I'm not sure about all of you, but Charleston has been having some pretty great weather, until lately.  And, when you get a taste of the warm weather it's hard to go back to the cold. When we moved back in

I love going through magazines and looking at beautiful spaces. It inspires me, gets me ready for a new project, but most of the times the items that I'm in love with are way out of my projects budgets.

Hi y'all! Two posts so far this week, let's see if I can keep it up. This has always been my favorite post to write. I get to share what's been coming across my computer screen lately that

I have been crushing on Jord Watches for some time. I have several friends who own them and have always wanted one for myself. So, when my watch arrived at my door I was extremely excited! My boys loved the

I am very excited to share this project (finally) with you. I was asked to come and redo the master bathroom of clients that I worked with previously. I was excited to be a part because I knew

This modern farmhouse in Utah drew me in from the moment I laid eyes on the front door. I didn't realize the grand scale of this home until I began scrolling through the photos. It is so unique and they

Morning friends! I hope the weekend treated you well! Ours was full of family time, a little date night and just simply wonderful. I am counting down the days until summer. I'm ready for my boys to

Happy Tuesday everyone! Talking about my top 10 for the week, here we go! This home is just simply lovely. Photo by Court Atkins Group - Browse farmhouse exterior home ideas Talk about coastal living. These built-ins are fabulous and the styling

I recently posted a kitchen and one of the main questions was about the bar stools in the photo. So, I thought putting together a quick round up of some of my favorite brass bar stools would make for

I love seeing homes and being inspired by them. I like to see how others style their homes, how they use their homes and I like to see how the homes makes you feel. This home tour of

This bedroom is so serene. It's not over thought, it's easy to redo and it has a clean, fresh and a relaxing vibe. I think it's important after a long day to come to a space that makes you feel

Happy Tuesday friends! Hope your Monday was wonderful and that your Tuesday is off to a good start. This week on my top 10 are some beautiful spaces, furniture pieces and you may notice my emerald green

Choosing paint colors isn't always easy. It is even harder when you have to choose an exterior paint color. First, it's a huge under taking and second it can be very costly. I've put together color palettes that

Morning friends. Sorry for the couple days off, I'm back to it! Let's get started, shall we? This stairway is modern, chic and the walnut is beautiful! Photo by Highmark Builders - More home design photos   This is quite possibly my dream backyard. Photo

Several months ago, I noticed a beautiful building being constructed in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. As I drove past it, staring at the beautiful details in the architecture, I noticed the name, Grace and Grit. I was thrilled to discover

I recently read a great article about curb appeal and the value it brings to your home. And, when we were building our home, I knew that our garage door was going to be a main focus of the home.

Hello friends!  As you know, we have recently renovated a 1960’s brick home.  It took us 10 months from start to finish.  There were many items that we incorporated into our home to make it a smart home with the