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Plaid Christmas Tree Ideas (Classic and Charming)
Happy weekend and welcome to the Saturday Spotlight! Have you started your holiday decorating? With the Ralph Lauren Christmas trend going crazy this season, we’re seeing plaid everywhere! To embrace the charm of this classic pattern, I’m sharing some plaid Christmas tree ideas with you! *For your convenience, please note that this post contains affiliate links. …
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Kitchen Window Sill Decorations for Christmas (Easy)
As you decorate your kitchen for the Christmas season, remember to give your window sill some holiday cheer. Today, I’m sharing easy and festive kitchen window sill decorations for Christmas! Whether your style is classic or simple, I hope to inspire you! *For your convenience, please note that this post contains affiliate links. If you…
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Thanksgiving Planning (Ideas to Get Your Home Ready)
Happy Weekend and welcome to the Saturday Spotlight! Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? As always, we’re hosting a big family gathering so I’ve been busy preparing. So, if you’re looking for decor and entertaining tips, join me today as I share a bunch of Thanksgiving planning ideas to inspire you! (This blog post has…
hello! I’M SHELLEY!
Welcome to my lifestyle blog, Calypso in the Country!
I hope to inspire you with budget friendly ways to create a home you love. My style is casual/traditional with some coastal touches… because everyday should feel like a vacation. Follow along as I share DIY projects, tablescapes, decorating ideas, anything blue and white, travel and more!
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Welcome to Calypso in the Country
Welcome! My name is Shelley and this is my blog – Calypso in the Country!
While you’re here, I hope to inspire you with home decor, entertaining tips, tablescapes and anything to make your home more beautiful!
My decorating style leans toward traditional with a coastal twist and a splash of British Colonial! I love adding color to my home but I tone it down with neutrals and textures.
Basically, my goal is to make my home feel like a vacation that never ends. Speaking of vacations, I occasionally share our travels on the blog as well. Although as a busy family, we don’t get away as much as we’d like!








