Our New Wood Burning Stove!

Well, it's here and completely installed. Now, a wood burning stove isn't for everyone and especially isn't for every house, but this is perfect for us! A traditional wood burning stove has a very "country" feeling to it. And in our lakeside, country home it fits right in. Not to mention that power outages are common in the winter months here. Last year, our house got down to 40 degrees when the power was out for an entire week. We didn't even need to worry about the food in the refrigerator because the house was colder than the fridge! But we're ready for winter this year. Bring on the ice!

This does bring up the point of home styles. You'll hear designers and decorators talk about the "flow" of the home. You want your decorating style and the aesthetics of your home to all go together. Sometimes, it's best to take cues from your surroundings. When choosing focal points and home upgrades, always consider your home and even potential buyers. People don't necessarily want to walk into a traditional New England cottage and see stained concrete floors and modern furniture. Sticking with the same (and correct) style throughout your home is pleasing to the eye and helps give your house that extra "wow" factor.

On a side note, I'll be using my new stove for cooking things like soups, hot cocoa, and apple cider. Guests and suggested recipes are welcome!