Mary Freeland | July 16, 2010
In our last post about Tuscan living rooms, we talked about focal points and flow, but not about the specifics of furnishings for your space. So now that you know what NOT to do with your furniture in your Tuscan living room, let’s look a little more specifically at what types of furnishings you should use as you create that desired flow and focal point.
Mary Freeland | June 19, 2010
From hanging some of your vibrant pottery serving platters and plates on the wall to grouping decorative bottles of olive oil on the counter, these Tuscan kitchen accessories create a sense of lived in, cozy style.
Mary Freeland | May 14, 2010
Last week we talked about using different types of fabrics in your Tuscan home, but today I’m going to give you a crash course in some of the most common fabric types and how they can work as a beautiful part of your Tuscan décor.
Mary Freeland | April 20, 2010
This beautiful Italian Baroque and Formal English style garden was established in the eighteenth century. The low stone wall on the property is the perfect place to take photographs and look at the breathtaking view of Florence, Tuscany, Italy.
Mary Freeland | April 13, 2010
With Spring making her debut, I thought we would take a stroll through the gardens of Florence, Tuscany. Given the rain and overcast skies outside my window, there is no place I would rather be.
Mary Freeland | April 2, 2010
Adding plaster, or at least the look of traditional plaster, to your home can really turn up the Tuscan feel of your décor.
Mary Freeland | March 9, 2010
I was browsing through the bookstore looking for a coffee table book with the famous sites of Tuscany and came across a book that looked interesting, “100 Places In Italy Every Woman Should Go” by Susan Van Allen. It is a wealth of information about where to go to truly experience the best Italy has to offer.
Mary Freeland | February 5, 2010
Tucked between the Mediterranean Sea and the Apennines Mountains of central Italy, Tuscany is a region balanced between craggy mountains and tranquil sea. With this stunning contrast between land and water, it’s no wonder that Tuscans turned to the great outdoors for inspiration when it came to decorating the indoors!
Mary Freeland | January 29, 2010
Perhaps the most striking feature of modern Tuscan architecture is its blend of old and new elements. From thriving Tuscan cities like Florence and Siena to country estates and quiet hamlets, the historic remnants from different eras of the past coexist peacefully and beautifully.
Mary Freeland | January 15, 2010
Ever wondered where the distinct culture and style of Tuscany came from? Well, to start, the architecture, art, and lifestyle of Tuscany is deeply rooted its rich history and past. In fact, the word “Tuscany” is directly derived the name Etruscan, one of the oldest civilizations on the Italian peninsula. Today’s modern Tuscan design, culture, and way of life directly stem from aspects of this ancient society.
