'I would not exceed the limits of expense that I have always set myself. Let us do everything properly and well, mais pas trop.'- Edwin Lascelles to Robert Adam, c. 1765.When Edwin… Read More
Nostell Priory was designed in the fashionable Palladian style, intended to be a symbol of the owner’s wealth and fashionable taste. It was almost completely furnished by Chippendale… Read More
'...a fine example of the artistic home of a gentleman of the eighteenth century...’The Iveagh Bequest Act, 1929.Kenwood House, on the edge of London’s Hampstead Heath, was… Read More
Need a Handyman Service In Charlotte, NC
Need a handyman service in Charlotte. Serving the Charlotte, NC area since 2006, The South Charlotte Handyman Service, supplies exceptional craftsman… Read More
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme run by The Broke and the Bookish. This week’s topic is Top Ten 2016 Releases I Meant To Read But Didn't Get To (But TOTALLY Plan To).Do I'm sitting her… Read More
Six For Sunday is a weekly feature run by Steph of A Little But a Lot. You can read all the Six for Sunday prompts for the rest of 2018 here. This week, we're talking about six books that ha… Read More
As I mentioned in my post two weeks ago, How Do You Choose? Bought Books Vs Review Copies, I have a huge physical TBR. I now have 58 books that I've bought this year that are currently unrea… Read More
Marie Kondo's Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo caused quite a stir on Twitter when she suggested getting rid of books that don't spark joy. At first, it was quite amusing t… Read More
The Spider and the Bookcase
– Non-Fiction by Amanda Bloodgood –
A Spiny Orb Weaver spider has taken up residence in the potted plants next to my back door. It is an odd looking… Read More
Just when you think you’ve stayed in the best hotels in the Cotswolds, along comes Whatley Manor luxury hotel and tops the lot. From the moment the gates opened to reveal a beauti… Read More
Rugs For Your Home Library Decors
If you love books, you may dream of having a home library, that is, a place to store your books and read them in peace and quiet. The good news is that with… Read More
Moving into a house with a spare room can seem like a brilliant idea. You could have guests to stay more often. You could turn it into a library, or a games room. Perhaps you could create th… Read More
Marriage is supposed to be your day to shine in the sun—the happiest day of your life. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always end up that way, and too often, it’s easy to get mir… Read More
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Need a handyman service in Charlotte NC. Serving the Charlotte, NC area since 2006, The South Charlotte Handyman Service, supplies exceptional crafts… Read More
Walter Savage Landor was right when he said: “Nothing is pleasanter than exploring a library.”
For bibliophiles and book lovers, there is no more charming and magical place th… Read More
Living in a small space can be a challenge regarding storage, especially in areas like bathrooms where we often need to store numerous items. Fortunately, clever solutions are available to h… Read More
Welcome to our curated list of 16 stunning Agate Bookends that will not only keep your books organized but also add a touch of natural beauty to your home or office decor. Agate is a unique… Read More
Small bedrooms often pose a decorating challenge. They require a creative approach to make the most out of limited square footage. Whether you’re dealing with a studio apartment or a c… Read More
In the ever-evolving world of interior design and home decor, the quest for space-saving solutions remains a top priority for many homeowners, especially those with limited square footage. T… Read More