When I was growing up in this small, rural Missouri town, there wasn’t a lot to do for entertainment, nor was there a lot of money to do it with.
I can remember on Saturday nights, Mom and Dad {Edith & Archie….yes, that really was their name!}, would load us up in the car and we would drive downtown and park on Main Street. We would peek in the store windows, looking at all the beautiful things and how they were displayed.
Many times, we would just “go for a drive” and look at beautiful homes in beautiful neighborhoods, and I would try to imagine how they looked on the inside. This must have been when my love of “peeking inside” beautiful homes began. I’ve always loved looking at real estate ads, going to open houses, and attending home tours, soaking in the inspiration and creativity in each home that reflects the people living there. After all, you can get some of your best decorating ideas by seeing how other people decorate! With the internet and all the fantastic blogs in blogland today, looking inside beautiful homes is easy, right at your fingertips! You can pour a cup of coffee, have a glass of wine, and sit back and enjoy.
This whole week has been filled with tours of beautiful homes in the bHome Summer Home Tour and I was so honored to be a part of it. It was so much fun peeking inside everyone’s home, and the beauty was plentiful! I want to thank everyone that came by and toured our home, and wanted to share a few of my favorites from the week.
If you haven’t had a chance to tour some of these, please pop over and take a look, you won’t be disappointed!
On of my very favorite homes is Yvonne’s at StoneGable. Every inch of Yvonne’s home is stunning, and it’s so warm and comfortable at the same time. I have to say that her dining room really caught my eye, and may be my favorite room in the house….but only if I had to pick one!
When I visited Kelly at My Soulful Home, I fell in love with the relaxed feeling in her home. It was fun and whimsical, and her styling with flowers was just beautiful. And she has a pool that is to die for! You’ve got to go for a visit!
Rachel’s home at Maison de Pax is one I could just move right into. And as I was touring her home, there was something that caught my eye and I can’t stop thinking about it. The turquoise velvet ottoman/coffee table. Oh.my.gosh. I love it! I have to find one. Her entire home is beautiful with something wonderful to see at every turn.
I love Julie’s home at Lilacs and Longhorns. It is such a perfect mix of farmhouse and cottage, with a little bit of Texas ranch thrown in! It’s so warm and inviting, with wonderful, layered displays.
When I arrived at Laura’s home at Top This Top That, I fell in love before I even stepped across the virtual threshold. Would you just look at that porch! I have major porch envy. There is nothing like a Southern porch and Laura’s is beautiful. As is the rest of her home.
If you love farmhouse style with a little bit of coastal vibe mixed in, you will love Bre’s home at Rooms for Rent. It’s light and easy, warm and comfortable, all at the same time. Her home definitely reflects a relaxed farmhouse feel. And I love the “Be Still” print……
These are just a small sampling of some of my favorite bHome tours from this week. If you didn’t get a chance to see them, pop over and visit. You won’t be disappointed!
And please don’t forget about the fantastic GIVEAWAY! I wish I could enter to win it! In thanks for being part of the bHome family already…or to welcome you today, we are giving away a $200 gift certificate to Painted Fox Treasures. PFt has all the summer time and any time home decor we all love. It is simple to enter. Just download the bHome (the app) for free to your iPhone or iPad, and leave me a comment here with your bHome username. If you are already a bHome user, just comment here and include your user name. Winner will be chosen at random on June 20th {ends at midnight EST June 20th} and notified with a message on bHome. Android users: don’t worry! We will offer this again when you can download too! Download bHome HERE. Good luck!
I have an android but have sent my email so that I can sign up as soon as they make it available. Looks like an awesome way to stay connected to all my blog homes.
Thank you Staci! They are doing testing on the Adroids now, so I don’t think it will be long before the app is available to you!
Cindy I am enjoying a glass of wine & leisurely touring around all the beautiful home. Thank you for being part of bHome & sharing with all of us!
Thank you Kelly! Being a part of the bHome community is a blessing for me! It’s a wonderful group!
Going “for a drive” brings back many memories. Still love to do it! My bhome username is jflymom.
Thank you Julie! Good luck with the giveaway!
Cindy, I enjoyed touring all these beautiful homes. My bHome user name is nominimalisthere.
xx,
Sherry
Thank you Sherry! Good luck with the giveaway!
Please enter me in the contest! My bHome username is astephens52. Love your home and blog! Looking forward to seeing your finished Master Bedroom!
Thank you Ann! We’ve got you entered! Good Luck!
Thanks for sharing your beautiful home and the homes of other bloggers. I love them all! I downloaded bHomes app and my user name is 11635.
Thanks for following Shirley! Good luck on the giveaway!
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Good luck Sandra!
Cindy, I have enjoyed all of your posts, and I love your decorating style! You are so very talented. My b-home user name is 11679sandy
Thanks for following Sandy! Good luck on the giveaway!
I am redoing my boyfriends room and my mom is also moving out into a new home. This would be perfect! My username is: taylor.lt
Thanks for following along Taylor! Good luck on the giveaway!
Downloaded the app. I know what I will be doing all day. Can’t wait to explore it! But first there is an adorable dog trophy calling my name.
My user name is angelamcgreene.
Oh nooooo! I literally fell asleep last night with phone in hand after I saw your precious dog trophy. Just went to buy it and it’s gone.
Oh no, Angela, I’m so sorry you didn’t get it! I will have to look for more. Good luck on the giveaway!
Awesome! Starrmo
Absolutely beautiful!!! Will be using some of your paint color. Thanks for the tour. Lynda
Thanks for following along Lynda!
Thanks so much Cindy for your kind words and including me in your round-up! Through bHome and the Summer Home tour I feel I’ve gotten to know you better and just love your sweet stories and style!!! I am blessed by you!
Oh, Yvonne, thank you so much for your sweet and kind words, they mean so much to me. You are an inspiration!
Stunning
So many beautiful summer home tours this week….and so over the moon adored your most gorgeous summer touches in your exquisite home!…happy to party with you this week…Have a great weekend!
Thank you Shirley! It was so much fun seeing all the beautiful homes! And yours is always a delight! Have a relaxing weekend!
Each and every home has a piece of something I love. Thanks for sharing. Have a great w/k. fondly ~lynne~
Thank you Lynne! Have a great weekend!
Love the home tour. Just downloaded the bhome app..thx for the introduction! My bhome name is southern girl .. Thx again! Sharon
Awesome Sharon! Thanks for following along and good luck on the giveaway!
Hi! I would like to enter the contest. I downloaded the app and my user name is ByHisGrace!! Thanks!! I love your home!!
Awesome Betsy! Thanks for following along and good luck on the giveaway!
Gorgeous. .thx for sharing!