The Southshore Blog

Being sick is no fun, but do you know what’s even worse? A contagious illness spreading throughout your home and family. Cold and Flu season is here, and unfortunately, you or someone in your home is likely ...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  The holidays have arrived and that means gatherings with friends and family. If you’re expecting overnight guests this holiday season you’ll want to make sure your ...

We live in a day and age that’s so easy to get wrapped up in our own lives and schedules. Not to mention the constant pressure of living up to unrealistic standards of the perfect social media facade. It’s e...

Gobble Gobble! Thanksgiving is just around the corner! If you’re hosting Thanksgiving, it’s easy to find yourself feeling frazzled and overwhelmed with the task. Afterall Thanksgiving is one of the most impo...

It’s almost time to turn back those clocks! This Sunday November 3rd at 2:00am daylight saving time officially ends. This means that our clocks will fall back an hour, causing the sun to rise and set an hour...

The color you choose for your bedroom should reflect your personality and tastes and create the mood you want in the room. However, all too often, the number of paint choices can seem overwhelming. While the...

The rage for farmhouse décor is understandable. It’s rustic, warm, and inviting and blends traditional with sophistication and style. However, many people struggle with getting the look just right. Here are ...

Summer has officially wrapped up and Fall is in full swing. For some adapting to the changing seasons and weather can be difficult. As the temperatures drop and the long summer days transition into shorter o...

Luckily, decorating your Airbnb rental is usually easier than decorating your own home. You live with your design day-in and day-out, but Airbnb guests come and go. Nonetheless, they expect good things when ...

Fall is officially here! Something about the crisp air, colorful crunchy leaves, and the smell of pumpkin spice everything makes autumn my favorite time of year. This breezy season always seems to fly right ...

It’s not surprising that many people want to create a mid-century modern bedroom. Even though the style originated in the 1950s and 1960s, the style still suits the way we live today. Creating a proper mid-c...

It’s not by chance that design houses release new styles and colors twice a year. In the spring, they introduce fresh, vibrant designs as flowers start to bloom and trees start to burst open with new leaves....

Buying someone a gift they love shows you’ve taken the time to choose wisely. Unfortunately, choosing a gift that suits their tastes isn't always easy. Some people say they don’t need anything, while others ...

Escaping your busy life on the weekend is a welcome respite, but not when your cabin looks shabby. You’ll spend more time looking at what’s wrong than enjoying your time away. If it’s time for a cabin refres...

So you want a new look for your bedroom, but you think it’s too hard or too expensive to make impactful changes. Luckily, switching up the décor in your bedroom doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. E...

Most of us don’t think much about towels. We buy them when the ones we have are falling apart or threadbare and often buy the cheapest. After all, they’re just towels, right? Wrong. Towels affect you in ways...

The paisley print has been around since 16th century Persia, and yet it endures. There’s something enticing about this teardrop shaped-motif that draws people to again and again. It once decorated royal garm...

Not everyone wants their bed to be plain and boring. Some of us like our bed to make a distinct statement, with energy and interest. Fortunately, you don’t need to have a bedroom that might as well be a hote...

No one can deny there’s something very special about relaxing near the surf and sand. However, you don’t need to visit the beach to get that feeling in your home. Follow these helpful tips to design a coasta...

We live in a technologically-driven society, but that’s the last thing we need in our bedrooms. We need our bedroom to be our sanctuary and place of respite. Both House Beautiful and Elle Décor agree connect...

Most dorm rooms come with a bed, a desk and chair, a bookcase; a dresser and either a closet or wardrobe. Space is tight and storage is definitely an issue, so you need to maximize every inch. Plus, you usua...