Every June Architectural Digest publishes their issue dedicated to American Country Houses.  I usually end up tearing out most of the images from this issue for my Book of Inspiration.  This weekend I came across this beauty… a gorgeous dining nook, a…

I first became familiar with Derek & Lauren, proprietors of the Curiosity Shoppe, through their weekly DIY projects at Design Sponge ~ after spending some time on their website I knew that their clever assortment would be fun to share here at CactusCreekDaily… 

In addition…

I am continuing to add new Merchandise LINKS  to Cactus Creek Daily as quickly as possible.  This week I added a LINK to CountryTradeDays.com, an online store stocking Rustic * Western home decor.  I was especially impressed by their excellent selection of Western*Rustic…

This weekend I received a bottle of wine in the COOLEST Cork Bottle Carrier!!  {thank you KK}  So cool that it inspired me to suggest a Rustic Wine Basket as a hostess gift for this summer’s soiree’s…  Here are some key ingredients for…

Known for it’s big box prices with unparalleled style, Target has held the attention of fashionable consumers for more than a decade (a recent survey showed that an eye-popping 97% of Americans recognize Target’s target!!).  Having been a Target fan for a long…

Who doesn’t want to be the guest with the BEST GIFT??  For me there are three elements that the BEST GIFT must possess: creativity, relevance and, of course, the element of surprise.

I like to think that in the past I’ve…

In a search for Western Stationary I just came across this great site - Elsewares.com.  They seek Independent Artists who create unique and well made goodies that you will be so proud to either own OR give away!!  Check out…

I’m lovin’ faux leather placemats these days.  They’re easy to store and especially easy to clean (with 3 boys under the age of 5 this is a critical factor for all new purchases).  Just found these Woodgrain Placemats from CB2 -…