I really enjoyed all the amazing posts last week for Inspire Me Tuesday. Can't wait to see what you have for this week.

China cabinet decor

We asked an expert to weigh in on the age-old question: Should you be team up or down? Here's the once and for all answer you’ve been searching for, according to a glassware expert.

I wouldn't consider myself to be your typical 23 year old--I enjoy collecting silver pieces, antiquing on the weekends & rearranging my china cabinet. You may think that sounds a little old-fashioned, but I'm just that--old fashioned. This year I became very interested in collecting antique & vintage silver pieces to add a little interest…

Stephanie Grace Abernathy Interior Designer on Instagram: "Here are my top 5 ways to use crystal containers to elevate your everyday moments: -fruit bowl on my counter -soap dish -tray to keep my dish soap and brush (pictured) -chipped drinking glass for my makeup brushes (pictured) -catch all container for my keys and change in our mud room/drop zone. Comment: “crystal containers” for more on where these came from and where you can find some for you! . ."

Whether you desire to begin collecting fine crystal or you stumble upon a sparkling vase at an estate sale and wonder about its value, being able to tell if glassware is real crystal can be a valuable skill. There are several keys to determining the value of a piece of glass you hold in your hand.

Are you ready for 15 awesome glass jar filler ideas? I've put together a compilation of 15 apothecary jar styling ideas. I'm filling a variety of size and s...