Crazy Plant Lady

I believe in having plants in as many rooms as you can.  Living plants literally bring life to a room, add an element of natural decor and provide healthier cleaner air! Most of all they're pretty and a reminder of God's creation.

Here's the thing, you see all these pretty plants placed in rooms online (Pinterest, IG etc ..) and you go buy one stick it in a similar corner of your room and it dies.  Those plants are either silk, or staged for the photo.  I've learned the hard way that you can't place a plant for decorative purposes. They have to be strategically housed near a window for ample sunlight. Hence why I have plants in almost every room. 

I have also discovered which plants I actually have the ability to sustain ... 

Fiddle Fig
Christmas Cactus
Lilly

I know that succulents are also easy to maintain and thrive in low light which is fitting for a home but I just don't like their look.  As with dressing yourself, dressing your home should resonate with your style and be pretty to you.

Pots add beauty!

I don't do bouquets of fresh flowers because they die.  At least a potted plant has a chance of bringing me joy for more than a few days and doesn't leave a mess on my table.  

Several of my plants were gifts and have sentimental value to me as I'm reminded of the giver and occasion.

I have tried orchids and gracious do I love them but have failed ... repeatedly! Sigh as I'm writing this I feel compelled to try again but will focus on placing near light which was probably the problem.  

Who am I kidding I'll just try and find a good fake at Homegoods. 

Fun Fact: Trader Joes is a great place to buy plants and bouquets. 

My Mamma gifted this palm plant to me. It's over 30 years old; no pressure! 

I'm finishing this post on a proud note! This fiddle fig is 5 years old and just look at her! I'm not sure what I'm going to do with her as she's clearly reached the ceiling. I'm thinking I'll gift her to someone who has vaulted ceilings with a sunny spot!

Dress Your Home Beautifully with Plants

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Friday 5: Decor for Every Room

TGIF! Today I am sharing with you 5 things I incorporate into the decor of every room.  But don't worry, your unique style can shine through each and every one of these!

I truly believe, as with dressing, that your home should reflect your style and who you are.  Guests should walk in and get a good feeling of what you represent, like and what's important to you. 

So here are my 5 things for every room ....

Books: While we may live in the digital age, books are the foundation of information, learning and adventure.  They showcase your interests. And coffee table books are great displays of just that.  They also make great gifts because there's a book for where ever your passion lies (Travel, cooking, history, sports etc ..)

Here's what's in my house ...

Hers: Design, Etiquette, Fashion, and Biographies 

His: Military, Golf, Investments, Southern Lifestyle

Houseplants:  They bring life (literally) into the room.  They are also healthy for the air we breathe :)  Pick house plants that suite your style - color, leaf shape, growth pattern ... 

I'll be the first to tell you plants can be intimidating.  You need to consider their needs and how they relate to your lifestyle (high maintenance/fragile = No and room lighting)  Succulents are super easy and don't need much water and minimal sunlight, orchids however are a bit more fragile.

The fig tree is my jam! I have several throughout my house and find them easy to care for and the big luscious green leaves bring so much green goodness to our home.

Candles:  This is a perfect example of a love/hate relationship.  While I like the aesthetics, smell and vibe they give a room, the fire hazard element scares me to the core.  Mr however adores candles.  I've tried to compromise with plugins and diffusers for scent but he loves the burning wax.  So I give in a little and carefully burn candles (but I pick the scent!)

Pictures:  I LOVE pictures of the ones I love most and the memories we've created.  There are sooooo many in every single room.  They are a visual of the relationships we hold dear and also nostalgic of times past. I print in black & white, color and stick with shiny metal frames.  Use the frame to align with your decor and style.

Mirrors:  I love using mirrors in my designs.  They make rooms feel bigger and reflect light.  And there's a shape, size and style for every space.

Dress Your Home Beautifully

XOXO Sarah Louise