Holiday Tables & Centerpieces....by Country Living

During the holiday season, there's nothing more beautiful than a dining table filled with festive decorations.  To me, a beautifully appointed table epitomizes the warmth of home that I love to experience during Christmas.  So with that, I thought I'd share some of my favorite tablescapes from Country Living. 

   

It's hard to pick out my favorite one...I think it is the first shot because it's so festive.  But really, I like them all.  Here is the link to go to the Country Living section where you can see alot more tablescapes and settings.  Hope you enjoy my selections...and that they provide a bit of holiday inspiration.  

The Ultimate Kitchen....

Hope your having a wonderful Monday.  Thought I'd share some of my favorite kitchen photos from Country Living's Ultimate Guide to Kitchen Decorating.   

The ultimate Farmhouse Sink!!

Wish I had a kitchen door to turn
into a chalkboard.

Open shelves look terrific in this farmhouse kitchen.

The splash of yellow and marble countertops
are my favorite touches.

What's there not to love in this kitchen?

Looks amazing to cook in. 

The lower cabinet doors in glass
 are an interesting feature. 

Soft and pretty colors. 

I think my favorite is the first one with the wonderful sink.  But it's almost a tie because I really love the vintage one (5th photo) with the amazing red stove.  Which one do you like best?

Working with Eggshells....

Good morning and Happy Thursday!  Thought I'd share with you this creative little use of leftover eggshells....I'm going to try this and I'll let you know how it turns out....

Country Living Magazine

Have you ever creatively used leftover egg shells? 

Any tips to pass on?