For some further spring inspiration, I’ve compiled quotes and poetry in addition to store photos just for fun.
I love this season as my last blog implies, so I thought I’d...Read More
Decorating With Nature
Decorating with nature or natural elements in our homes seems more important than ever, given the rise of technology in our lives.
Fair warning: this blog is picture heavy with so many beautiful examples of decorating with nature. These photos, culled from client work, the store and other...Read More
Summer Decorating Ideas
With a few spring cleaning tips and some light, summer decorating ideas, you can look forward to an easy, breezy summer ahead.
Invest in a little work now, then kick back in a cleaner, lighter and brighter environment for summertime enjoyment and relaxation. I don’t always...Read More
Vintage Christmas Decorations
Business has been brisk for vintage Christmas decorations. I love merchandising this time of year with color themed areas, lots of ornaments and entertaining goods for the home.
The season has begun and Mr. F&F and I began this past weekend with a wine tasting, the kick-off for our...Read More
Summer Kick-Off Party
Decided to start my time in Asheville with a summer kick-off party, inviting a group of eclectic, wonderful women. Had to get things in order before the party. Back in the day, I actually considered myself a gardener with a vegetable garden and all when the kids were younger. These days I’m...Read More
Southern Ideal Home Show Tablescape Competition
Didn’t want to do the Southern Ideal Home Show Tablescape Competition again for the spring show, especially since I participated in the fall show which I blogged about Read More
Christmas Balls
This was the year of Moneyball, Jingle Balls, soon-to-be New Year’s Eve ball drops…or in the case of Alec Baldwin, very “Schweddy Balls” on a recent flight….I’d like to call this the year of Christmas Balls. I got balls. Bowls of balls, balls on shells,...Read More
Merry Christmas To Me
F&F’s pride and joy
Having these three all home (after college boy arrives December 18th) is all I want for Christmas…
So, Merry Christmas to me.
Read MoreHoliday Decor, Part 2
christmas toys for girls and boys
Christmas at Form & Function West…and some Holiday Decor Part 2 at Oddfellows in Asheville, NC.
rockin good times sweet Avon ornaments below tree wouldn’t an orange mid-century lamp light up your holidays? how about a Pennsylvania Avenue street...Read MoreHoliday Decor
hand painted silver ornament in milkglass
Christmas and holiday decor at Hunt & Gather, Form & Function style…lots of balls-in-a-bowl…my favorite way to display vintage ornaments…
silver balls in milkglass pedestal red balls, vintage tree topper and avon perfume ornaments...Read MoreTablescapes
The tablescapes competition at the Southern Ideal Homeshow where F&F collected two prizes-Best in Show and Most Inspiring-from Dina Manzo, HGTV host and former reality...Read More
Thoughts for Autumn
I don’t care that it was hotter ‘n hell out there today, I am thinking fall decor anyway…seriously…it was like New Orleans in July this morning! When will this oppressive heat and humidity end? Nevertheless, it’s post-Labor Day so time to gear up...Read More
Natural Decor, Part Two
I would love fresh flowers in the house every week but realistically speaking there are budget constraints and frankly, I’m not the type of person to change the water, keep them fresh-looking and pruned.
So I’ve resorted to other ways to add color and natural decor...Read More
Decorating With Shells
Maybe it’s the on-again, off-again warm weather, but I’ve got decorating with shells on my mind.
I went crazy for this inspiring shell display on my trip to Read More
Spring Decor Ideas
Spring decor ideas at Form & Function.
There are so many spring decor ideas in stock right now, but I thought I’d take you on a tour of my current favorites. This hot pink table will “heat” up your covered porch or mudroom.
Lost...Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day, from my home to yours!
Read MoreHearts Afire
So many expectations surround Valentine’s Day.
Couples need reservations for a special dinner and single folks feel bad. There are hearts everywhere. I like staying home and sharing the love with my family. My romantic dinner is often a “party of five” and that is...Read More
Winter Wonderland: Snow in the Mountains
Snowed-in in the mountains. Enjoying the snow covered trees, the icicles on my neighbors’ houses, and lots of hot cocoa! Snow, snow, snow, snow!!
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