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$100 Pottery Barn Gift Card Giveaway + July Recap

Miscellaneous

Welcome to August, my friends!  I feel like summer is definitely on the downhill slide.  🙁  This summer has just flown by for me – I’ve said many times lately that this has been one of the busiest times ever for us and July was no exception.  If all goes well though, I’ll have an exciting announcement to share with you soon!

A new Reader Appreciation Giveaway has started for the month of August for a $100 Pottery Barn gift card!  Scroll down to the bottom for all of the details.

 

Did you know that I started a video decorating series on the Worthing Court Facebook page?  I broadcast my very first video this past Friday and you can view it by clicking right HERE.  I plan to make this a regular event, so you may want to follow my page to be sure that you don’t miss any future videos.  You can follow my Facebook page by clicking right HERE.  I’d love for you to let me know about any of your decorating struggles so that I can possibly address them in a future video!

Take a look at what I was up to in July.

HOW TO BRING OUT THE BEST OF YOUR HOME

No matter how dated or un-decorated, every home that I’ve ever been in is, I can always find a few features that are awesome and others that are well…not so much.  The idea is to minimize the features that don’t make your home shine in the best light and maximize the ones that do! I’ve got five tips for how to bring out the best of your home, so that it will always put its best face forward.

Five great tips to help you highlight your home's very best features || Worthing Court

 

HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO PURCHASE A FIXER-UPPER?

If so, proceed with caution!  Taking these considerations into account just might help you to make a decision.

If you've ever been tempted to purchase a fixer upper house, take these ideas into consideration first || Worthing Court

 

LATE SUMMER FARMHOUSE OPEN KITCHEN SHELVES

Late summer is when my thoughts start turning toward fall!  I’m not quite ready to completely let go of summer – not yet.  Instead, I’ll just pull out my faux green apples and a few wood elements to combine together to give me the feel of fall, but still say that summer isn’t quite over.

Open rustic farmhouse kitchen shelves decorated for late summer

 

5 NO-FAIL WAYS TO CHANGE THE LOOK OF A ROOM

Have you ever had the urge to give any of the rooms in your home a whole new look, but don’t want to go to the trouble or expense of a whole remodel?  I’m right there with ya!  I love the idea of being able to make small changes in a room, but wind up with a totally “new” space.  Check out these 5 no fail ways to change the look of any room in your home!

5 No-Fail Ways To Change The Look Of A Room || Worthing Court

 

HOW TO GET A COHESIVE LOOK WHEN YOU DECORATE

Say you’re all ready to decorate a room in your home?  Use these tips for creating a cohesive look to help you get it right from the beginning.  Or, maybe you’ve already decorated the room, but something just seems off to you.  Often times, the problem is that while all of the individual elements might be pretty on their own, the room just doesn’t look pulled together.

These tips will help you decorate a room with a cohesive look so that your friends and family will think that you've hired a professionally trained interior designer || Worthing Court

THERE’S MORE!

15 WAYS TO USE THE BACK OF A CLOSET DOOR FOR STORAGE AND ORGANIZATION

PLEASE HELP ME CHOOSE THE BEST NIGHTSTANDS FOR MY BEDROOM

HOW TO ALMOST EFFORTLESSLY DECORATE FOR SUMMER

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE SPACE FOR A MUDROOM

 

Make sure you read these rules for the Reader Appreciation giveaway!

Remember – MORE COMMENTS = MORE CHANCES TO WIN!

 

 

Until next time - Suzy


Comments

    • Nancy says

      August 29, 2017 at 9:29 AM

      I love having my coffee while reading your blog. Thanks for all the amazing ideas, especially like the painting of your dining room furniture.

      Reply

  6. Tanya Derrey Bingham says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:24 AM

    Thank you so much for a chance to win Suzy, and I love your late summer thoughts, I can’t stop thinking about fall and pumpkins!

    Reply

  7. Leanna Lindquist says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    It was fun to see your family room up close and personal. I love your hanging light fixture. It’s good to know others live with architectural challenges. Many of them become less bothersome as we focus on what we really enjoy about our spaces. Thank you for sharing your time and talent with us.

    Reply

  13. Pam Osborne says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:52 AM

    Love your use of shutters throughout your home. It’s an easier way to add rustic charm that without having to cut up a pallet. Thinking about adding a pair to my foyer!

    Reply

  15. Angela B. says

    August 7, 2017 at 11:08 AM

    I don’t have ANY style sense. I like what I like and I love your style. I love to DIY it when I see something I like. Thank you for the inspiration.

    Reply

  16. Linda says

    August 7, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    Love your blog!! You have a lovely home. Thanks for sharing and you certainly inspire me to try new things. Enjoy your day!

    Reply

  21. Cindy Stampflee says

    August 7, 2017 at 11:53 AM

    I love what you have done with your home it is so warm and inviting. I keep looking at your shelves in your dining room, they are just the right touch of industrial and farmhouse, I keep looking for a place in my house to try them.

    Reply

  23. Norma Rolader says

    August 7, 2017 at 12:45 PM

    I loved seeing you family room! Great ideas from the back of door in closet, summer decorating, and all the topics have awesome ideas. Thank you and God bless

    Reply

  30. Naomi S. says

    August 7, 2017 at 3:02 PM

    I am really behind in reading your posts! And scrolling through this post I see a lot of things that interest me. I love your style and your inspiration for making our homes look the ways that please us.

    Now, I better get busy and read those “missed” posts!

    Reply

  33. C Kiser says

    August 7, 2017 at 4:04 PM

    Thanks again for another opportunity to win! Redecorating my bedroom so I could definitely use the gift card!!

    Reply

  34. Anne says

    August 7, 2017 at 4:09 PM

    I love your blog..your home is so welcoming..my favorite post is your daughter’s wedding day at Worthington Court! Thanks for the chance to win a gift card from Pottery Barn !

    Reply

  38. Suzy says

    August 7, 2017 at 9:46 PM

    I love reading your blog. You have given me so much inspiration for new ideas in our home. I would love to win the Pottery Barn gift card. I get emails from them and have my eye on a few items that I would love to acquire. The gift card would really help.

    Reply

  42. Sandra Hunter says

    August 8, 2017 at 2:48 AM

    I really love what you have done with the old sideboard. The plates, the candlesticks and the pig wreath above it – perfect for a farmhouse or a city home leaning toward a country look.

    Reply

  43. mattsgramma says

    August 8, 2017 at 4:28 AM

    So cool to watch your video and hear your voice…love your Southern accent. I’m from the Midwest, so I don’t have one…ha ha. I look forward to reading your blog and enjoy seeing how you decorate your lovely home.

    Reply

  46. Harriet says

    August 8, 2017 at 9:27 AM

    Can you use the same concepts for a traditional decor? I love the farmhouse style but my home is traditional.

    Reply

  49. Marie says

    August 8, 2017 at 11:12 AM

    Someday I would like to have our closet doors replaced. All of ours are bifold which is a waste of storage space that could really use!

    Reply

  54. Joan says

    August 9, 2017 at 12:20 PM

    The thought and time you put into your home and your blog makes reading it so worthwhile. Thanks for all the usable ideas!

    Reply

  56. Kymi A says

    August 9, 2017 at 10:07 PM

    Wow I love all the ideas & tips to make a room pop! Love to try the 5 NO-FAIL WAYS TO CHANGE THE LOOK OF A ROOM great way to change the place up without spending a ton. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply

  59. Sabrina Ullrey says

    August 11, 2017 at 9:57 AM

    You have done a great job with your home, it’s lovely. I look forward to all of your decorating tips.

    Reply

  60. Michele says

    August 11, 2017 at 4:57 PM

    I love every room! I’ve been getting caught up on your blog and already see some things I want to incorporate in my home. Thanks!

    Reply

  62. Sandy says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:28 AM

    Love your tips on achieving a cohesive look. Really, I love all your tips. I always look forward to reading your inspiring posts! I’ve been eyeing a few things at Pottery Barn recently so thank you for the chance to win a PB gift card!! Oh, the fun I could have!!

    Reply

  63. Denise C says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:52 AM

    I love your style and your tips to achieve it. We’ll be moving into a new home soon and I’m struggling with how to fill the spaces. I’m studying your posts to help me. I’m so glad I found you!

    Reply

  66. Brenda Francis says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:30 AM

    Wow, videos are a great idea. I am looking forward to them since I’m such a visual person. Thanks so much for the inspiration!

    Reply

  69. Mary says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:35 AM

    Hi suzy,
    love your blog. you have inspired me recently in a way that has not happened recently! You have done an awesome job updating and decorating your home. I loved your first video and the fact that you let us see everyday, blankets on end of sofa, doggie toys–life.
    I am totally inspired by your decorating for last christmas. I can’t wait to start christmas decorating, I am going to copy as much of yours as possible.
    Keep up the good inspiring blogging you are dooms/

    Reply

  71. Martha Edwards says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:41 AM

    I love the lanterns in your dining room. Would like to do something similar. My birthday (73) is in a few weeks, hoping my family takes the hint.

    Reply

  82. Naomi S. says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:22 PM

    All those posts look so interesting and helpful and I’ve gotten behind in my reading! I love your style and the way you combine elements to make a lovely and cohesive look.

    Reply

  85. C Kiser says

    August 24, 2017 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks again for the chance to win! I would love to use the Pottery Barn gift card on my master bedroom makeover!

    Reply

  86. Rachael Strickler says

    August 27, 2017 at 5:17 PM

    I love following your blog. You have the most clever and beautiful ideas. I’m so excited for Fall decor.

    Reply

  88. William Weber says

    August 29, 2017 at 8:06 AM

    I really enjoy your posts because they are so pretty and I look forward to the different seasons you feature. Thanks!

    Reply

  89. Norma Rolader says

    August 29, 2017 at 8:30 AM

    Thank you for all the ideas, tips and tricks! I enjoy your facebook page and the your videos keep them coming! God bless and pray for Texas

    Reply

  91. Sharon says

    August 29, 2017 at 9:45 AM

    Thank ou for all the great ideas and inspiration. Looking forward to your upcoming posts for the Fall season.

    Reply

  92. Suzy says

    August 29, 2017 at 10:05 AM

    Love, Love, Love your blog. You fill my head and home with such great decorating ideas. Would love to be picked for the Pottery Barn gift card. They feature so many things I love.

    Reply

  93. Deb says

    August 29, 2017 at 10:07 AM

    I was a past winner of the Pottery Barn GC. My beautiful pick stitch quilt is a testimony to that 🙂 Suzy, your blog with your many tips, ideas, advice evidenced in your beautiful home is a blessing to more than you could ever know. Keep all that good stuff coming and may the blessings come back to you 100 fold.

    Reply

  95. Lee Ann Parrish says

    August 29, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    I’m so thrilled to have found you! Recently signed up to follow your luscious blog & looking forward to reading all your ideas on a regular basis!

    Reply

  98. Stacy says

    August 29, 2017 at 1:14 PM

    Hi there. I Love your blog and your decorating skills, tips and tricks, but I just wonder why we Canadian subscribers are not allowed to enter your contests. I see others that allow everyone of their readers/subscribers to enter? Thank you.

    Reply

    • Suzy says

      September 9, 2017 at 3:34 PM

      Hi Stacy. I’m sorry – I just haven’t had time to check into the logistics of it yet. 🙁 I’ll make it a priority to see what I can find out though.

      Reply

  102. Jamie says

    August 29, 2017 at 7:03 PM

    I just found a pair of old, wood, kinda small shutters at a yard sale. I bought them because I recall seeing how you used them in your home. I hope I can incorporate them into mine.

    Reply

  105. Barbara cox says

    August 29, 2017 at 9:01 PM

    I honestly have tried to find a couple of blogs but i never continue with them past a couple of posts. They seem to be repetitive or they get way off track of the subject. I found this kne and have shared with a couple of friends loved the tips and love how there are many writers for different subjects and opinions. Wish they would come help me decorate! Love yall

    Reply

  106. Christy Crenshaw says

    August 29, 2017 at 9:16 PM

    We purchased a fixer upper lake house and it is keeping us busy. We love it and will retire there in a couple of years. I have several pieces of pottery barn furniture and need a few more!

    Reply

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