18 Ideabooks by classic•casual•home

I am planning an early summer dinner party out on the patio using turquoise and white. I'll have signature cocktails and appetizers, then grill something easy. It will all be very relaxed and casual. Here are a few ideas to help you plan your own! —...

If you have children or pets, like to change the look of your interiors often or enjoy eating on the sofa, you might want to consider adding slipcovered furniture to your home. Done in machine-washable fabric, they're...

Why not make it your goal this year to create a peaceful- and natural-feeling master bedroom? You can accomplish this by eliminating clutter and adding pale shades of blue, warm gray or sand on the walls. Incorporate your family heirlooms or flea market...

Here are 20 beautiful ways to make your home a cozy retreat for the winter. Indulge yourself and your friends during the colder months. Many of these items would also make great gifts. — Mary Ann from classic•casual•home...

How about a thoughtful gift for someone or a little splurge for yourself? Here are some personalized ideas to help you feel indulged from the moment you enter your home at night, to when you have a drink, prepare your dinner and rest your head. Many...

Desks are versatile. In the office, guest room, foyer or child's room, there is a desk for everyone and every space. As a makeup vanity, study space or letter-writing/bill-paying station, the desks below deliver flair in several price ranges. —...

During the years we lived in Paris, I was fortunate to take weekly classes with local chefs at Le Cordon Bleu. The French keep simple, uncluttered kitchens and use the best, freshest ingredients. Here are some fun, useful and inexpensive ideas to give...

Take time out for yourself with the ritual of a peaceful bath in a lovely surrounding. These are my suggestions for an experience that will soothe all of your senses and leave you feeling pampered in your own home. — Mary Ann from

With the nights getting longer, showcasing your home with exterior lighting is important. Some of the fixtures below were used in the remodel of our 1950s Southern California beach cottage, but they would also work in other environments: farmhouse, cabin,...

Trays are such versatile pieces; use them for entertaining or for making coffee tables, bars and desks look styled and organized. They also make great gifts for the holidays, weddings and anniversaries. At the moment, I'm an trying to decide which tray...

Looking to improve your home's value by updating your small bath? Here are 20 lovely vanities, in a variety of price ranges, to beautify your compact space. — Mary Ann from classic•casual•home...

Included here are some of the best refrigerators available. But even if you don't have one of these, why not organize yours to make you smile every time you open it? Here are some fun ideas. — Mary Ann from classic•casual•home...

Pendant lights are so versatile. They can update a space instantly and are great for illuminating a kitchen island, breakfast nook, bar or even a bathroom sink. Used over a desk they allow for more work space. Place a pendant alone or in multiples....