{ florals abound }
I can't get enough of florals lately. Such a delightful pop of pattern, and I find it provides the perfect opportunity to do some fun mixing, like the first room with the floral wallpaper and chevron...
View Article{ remember }
today my heart and prayers go out to all of those whose lives were taken on this day eleven years ago, and my gratitude goes to those who have defended our nation since. always remember. never forget....
View Article{ Styling: Jess LC Randolph and Webster Launch }
I had the honor of styling the new Jess LC Randolph Tray collection, and am so excited to share the beautiful photos with you. I absolutely love these trays. They are the perfect gift for someone you...
View ArticleLove Note: Emily Henderson
Oh, Emily.How I love thee.No, but really.I love her.I remember many moons ago, watching Miss Henderson on Design Star and obsessing over her infamous glass house space. Then, she won the competition...
View Article{ guidelines, not deadlines }
Since starting my decorating business a few months ago, there have been so many rewarding moments. Sometimes I stare at my inbox and the fact that I have any emails at all from people who want to work...
View Article{ like a chicken with its head cut off }
One of these days I'm going to stop apologizing for disappearing for days at a time. One of these days I'm going to be one of those girls who wakes up at 5am and gets a work out in and starts her...
View Article{ when all else fails... }
I went to bed late late night with a migraine while trying to finish up a client project, and groggily woke up at 6:45 to get little Taylor off to school (the daughter of the family that I've been...
View Article{ black & white. oh, and I need coffee }
I'm not sure there's any other color palette quite as timeless and striking as black and white. Thanks to a couple of recent client projects, my love for this classic color combo has been reignited in...
View Article{ wanna know a secret? }
I got lots of sweet compliments on this little ensemble that I wore to The Everygirl Contributors party at The Bedford the other night, and I just thought I had to share the little secret.I'm dressed...
View Article{ rise and shine }
image viaOh, heavens.The cold weather and my soft sheets and cushy pillows are all urging me to crawl back into bed for a few more hours with a good movie and my cup of coffee.What I would...
View Article{ when I have a few pennies to spare... }
{ blouse, jacket, trousers, heels } I haven't been clothes shopping in quite some time, and I must say, I miss that rush of trekking home with a bag full of new goodies! It's not a huge priority for...
View Article{ It's About Time! }
Oh dear. How do I even begin?So a while ago I kept receiving these emails from Google that were all "you need to renew your blog URL." And I was all "yeahyeahyeah I'll do it tomorrow."Fast forward to a...
View Article{ happy birthday to you. love, me }
I know I haven't blogged in a while, and I know some things look different. But we'll get to that another time. Because today is not about me. It's about that handsome guy. Trevor.Today is Trevor's...
View Article{ new beginnings }
There are certain times in life when the only thing that feels right is starting fresh.Anyone else with me on that one?After neglecting my little blog, Reverie to Reality for six whole months, I...
View Article{ office hours }
A friend of mine just moved into a new apartment and is currently planning out a little home office for their spare bedroom. She asked if I had any suggestions for a space that would primarily be hers,...
View Article{ Treasure Hunting: Chicago }
I spent last Saturday thrifting at one of my favorite local thrift stores ( The Brown Elephant) when I stumbled across this hunk of $125 goodness. The photo really doesn't even do it justice, but...
View Article{ be right back }
Good morning guys and gals. Hope you all had the best weekend. I definitely did, as I spent it flying to Baltimore for a surprise visit to Trevor for his graduation party. I have so, so much to fill...
View Article{ heading east }
So I know I've already been a bad blogger and I only started again a couple of weeks ago, but I promise I have good reasons! A few things have been changing around these parts and I had to wait until...
View Article{ introducing Caitlin Creative Interiors & Styling }
I am so, so excited to announce the official launch of Caitlin Creative Interiors & Styling. As most of you know, I did a few freelance decorating projects before I took on a new full-time job...
View Article{ everywhere you go, chicago }
It's my last night in Chicago, and while I know in the morning things will feel a whole lot brighter, I can't deny that the weight of leaving this beautiful city has finally hit me. I had my last...
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