Connecticut Country House Blog
Irish Apple Cake
Legend has it that St. Patrick planted an apple tree in Armagh County – also known today as “Orchard County” – an area recognized for its apple blossom tours and…
And the winner for Best Overall Blog is…
This just in . . . . Connecticut Country House has been awarded the 2016 Design Bloggers Conference Hall of Fame Award for Best Overall Blog! The competition was close;…
Open Up & Say Ahhh!
I’m counting the days until spring, when I can throw the windows wide open and let all the glorious fresh air inside. I’m definitely a fresh air kind of woman,…
Pots of Pretty
This weekend, when you’re out and about at the supermarket, don’t just do a drive-by of the floral department. Stop. There’s a lot of affordable pretty to be found! Pick…
Hardworking Hub
My kitchen is our hub. We’re either knee deep in it, or passing through. It needs to work hard and look good. What are the parts that make it so?…
Jamie’s Hunter’s Chicken Stew
We are big Jamie Oliver fans. Catching him on PBS years ago, we found his cooking style and demeanor both inviting and irresistible. Any dish he concocts seems so easy…
Plotting a Plan
January is a great month for kicking back by the fire and pouring over seed catalogs. By February, their pages are soft and dog-eared. I’m full of inspiration and chomping…
Pin Up Girl
Before the days of virtual pinning on Pinterest, I learned the technique of actual pinning during my days at Ralph Lauren. Twice a week, my team met with Ralph to…
Cabinet of Curiosities
When you walk into the foyer of Connecticut Country House, one of the first things you’ll notice is my beloved eighteenth-century corner cabinet. Within it (and now also around it)…
Myrtle Topiary Love
About four years ago, dear friends of mine gave me this wonderful pair of myrtle topiaries. Now double their original size, they’re thriving nicely. I’ll let you in on a few…
A Love Note
It’s Valentine’s Day and I’m reminded that what really makes Connecticut Country House a wonderful place to be, isn’t what’s on the walls, placed underfoot or collected from an antiques…
I ♥ Linzer Cookies
My cousin Judy is famous for her baking skills. A while back, she taught me how to make her rendition of classic Linzer cookies. A favorite at Connecticut Country House,…
White Forms & Function
Using white plates is standard fare at Connecticut Country House. White forms, in all various shapes and sizes, adds a fresh and modern POV to any table setting. Whether used…