Betsy Cribb

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Betsy Cribb

With their previous home sold and their third child on the way, Dallas designer Lisa Henderson and her husband, Luke, needed to find a new house—and fast. So when a 1954 brick ranch in their dream neighborhood came on the market, they beelined for it. “We saw it on a Sunday afternoon when I was seven months pregnant,” remembers Lisa. “Everyone else viewing the property was a builder.

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Betsy Cribb

With its curvy pool loungers and pergola-shaded deck, designer Carmeon Hamilton’s backyard feels like a mini resort in Memphis. But back when she and her late husband, Marcus, first bought their 1970s home in 2016, the same area left a lot to be desired. “There were hydrangea bushes and crepe myrtles and hostas everywhere, and I’m not a fan of those,” she says. “I don’t think much had changed since its origination. It was pretty lackluster for me.” Carmeon's backyard, before.

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Betsy Cribb

Make the most of your investment with these smart tips. By Betsy Cribb WatsonPublished on April 12, 2025 Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Stylist: Matthew Gleason For Southerners, our patios, porches, and decks aren’t just treasured outdoor spaces; they’re an extension of our interiors, a place we can unwind and entertain just about any time of year.

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Betsy Cribb

Ask any Southerner, and we'll tell you we love celebrating life’s most memorable occasions, from sip-and-sees to bridal teas. But even as we enjoy selecting thoughtful gifts and stirring together sparkling punches for our loved ones, we have our limits. When it comes to wedding showers, there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Here’s what one Southern etiquette expert has to say about the appropriate number of wedding showers.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Betsy Cribb

Ask any Southerner, and we'll tell you we love celebrating life’s most memorable occasions, from sip-and-sees to bridal teas. But even as we enjoy selecting thoughtful gifts and stirring together sparkling punches for our loved ones, we have our limits. When it comes to wedding showers, there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Here’s what one Southern etiquette expert has to say about the appropriate number of wedding showers.