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Jo drove down to California for the 4th and realized that a road trip can be improved with some preparation. Make sure you have everything ready to ensure safety, comfort, and entertainment. Here’s a FabList of things to do before you go and what to have in your car to ensure you have a great, […]

Who better to give us road trip advice than someone who drove cross country before legally having a driver’s license, who has taken many epic road trips since, and who also happens to be the CEO of Ford? We both know Jim Farley as a friend we met during our first days of grad school,

by Alison Johnston of Johnston Home Interior Design The right table lamp can effortlessly transform a room’s ambiance. Whether it’s a softly glowing bedside lamp or a striking statement piece on a console table, a good table lamp can set the mood. We know table lamps are necessary to complete a home lighting plan (wait..

‘Tis the season to cook and eat outdoors! Outdoor cooking and dining has become so popular and there are tons of fun ways to enjoy your outdoor space these days.  We’ve come a long way from the jello salads and paper plates of yesteryear!!! Having some basic essentials on hand – plus some outdoor twinkle

For summer, we love our flip-flops and Birkenstocks, but sometimes we want something a bit less casual that we can wear when we want to look a bit ‘more’… not necessarily ‘fancy’ but a bit more stylish. Here is our FabList of sandals that are trending now and will you’ll enjoy wearing this summer! ‘Jelly’

Are you hosting guests this summer? Whether they are friends or family, staying for a night or a week, there are a few things to have on hand to make your guests feel welcomed and appreciated. Bedroom: Bedding: Get them the good stuff…which doesn’t always have to be expensive. The Company Store has beautiful cotton

We are at that age (ugh) when more and more of our friends are having joint replacements and health challenges and losing loved ones.  What can I take to the hospital?  What can I drop off on the front porch? We want to help but often don’t know what to do (BTW do NOT ask the

Visiting family or friends this summer? Wondering what to bring them that can be used and appreciated? We have suggestions for you, whether you need something small for an overnight visit or a larger item for a week-long stay! Beach/Pool/Lake Visit New beach towels…but only if you bring at least four…don’t bring just one or

It’s summertime and with the rising temps we need clothing that can keep us cool. Linen is the perfect material for hot days with its cooling and moisture-wicking properties. It is a go-to for those who want to brave the heat with style!  Some other things about linen you may not know are that it:

Bathing suit shopping is NOT our favorite kind of shopping. But when you find the one that suits you (pun intended), it’s pretty terrific. Pair it with some nice sunglasses and a good coverup and you can look and feel like a million bucks, whether you are lounging in the backyard or on a Greek